Away from the Scottish League Cup semi-finals, Scottish Premiership action continues as normal.
Bottom-of-the-table Dundee travel to St. Johnstone for a Sunday lunchtime encounter that is being beamed out across the nation by the Sky Sports cameras.
The Dark Blues are without a win since the opening day of the season, while opponents St. Johnstone sit fifth after a solid start to the campaign.
The Key Battle – Steven MacLean vs Darren O’Dea
MacLean is the joint-leading marksman for the Saints this season, with three league goals to his name. Former Celtic man O’Dea faces a tough afternoon against the 34-year-old in Perthshire.
Last Meeting
A Kane Hemmings double sealed victory for Dundee in the last match between these two teams, which ended in a 2-0 victory for the Pars.
Overall, Dundee have 66 victories to St. Johnstone’s 49, while the spoils have been shared on 40 occasions.
Recent league form – most recent last
St Johnstone – LWWDWL
Dundee – DDLLLL
Who is the ref?
Andrew Dallas will take charge at McDiarmid Park. In nine games so far this season – including two Dundee fixtures – Dallas has shown 36 yellow cards and two reds.
What time is kick-off?
It is a high noon start in Perth, with the match beginning at 12pm.
Where can I watch it?
The game is being shown live on Sky Sports 5, with build-up beginning at 11.45am.
Odds
St Johnstone – 10/11
Draw – 5/2
Dundee – 3/1
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