Dundee United will be eager to put their first points on the board when Falkirk arrive at Tannadice, with both sides still searching for their first league victory. The Terrors were beaten 3-0 by Motherwell last time out but have been involved in several high-scoring encounters and are expected to maintain their attacking approach. Dundee United average 1.60 goals per home game, while their matches at Tannadice have produced 3.00 goals on average. Emmanuel Agyei is suspended.
Falkirk, meanwhile, showed signs of improvement despite suffering a 2-1 defeat to Rangers. The visitors are also still looking for their first win and have struggled for consistency, although their away defence has been considerably stronger, conceding only 1.20 goals per game. Calvin Fodrey is doubtful after picking up a knock against Rangers. The H2H record is closely contested, with Dundee United winning eight of 19 meetings and Falkirk seven.
Dundee United have a stronger home record, winning 40% of their last 10 at Tannadice. Given Falkirk's slow start to the season, Home Win should be considered, alongside Dundee Utd Over 1.5 and Over 1.5 goals total (79% H2H).
This Scottish Premiership match will be played on Saturday 5 September 2026 at 15:00.
What is our Dundee United vs Falkirk prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Dundee United 2 - 0 Falkirk
Dundee United vs Falkirk Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 2-0 @ 1000 Odds
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS): No @ 120 Odds
- Over / Under 4.5 Goals: Under 4.5 Goals @ -600 Odds
- Over / Under 3.5 Goals: Under 3.5 Goals @ -225 Odds
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Under 2.5 Goals @ 110 Odds
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals @ -450 Odds
- Anytime Goalscorer: Zachary Sapsford @ 140 Odds
- First Goalscorer: Zachary Sapsford @ 500 Odds
- To be Booked: Coll Donaldson @ 150 Odds
- Asian Handicap: Dundee Utd 0 @ -223 Odds
- European Handicap: Dundee Utd +1 @ -350 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 4.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Under 2.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 4.5
- Total Corners: 9 - 11 @ 160 Odds
- Double Chance: 1X @ -350 Odds
- Draw No Bet: Dundee Utd to Win @ -225 Odds
- Half Time/Full Time: Dundee Utd to Win/Dundee Utd to Win @ 210 Odds
- Clean Sheet: Dundee Utd - Yes @ 225 Odds
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View OfferDundee United Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | lwwldlllwl | 1.00 |
| Home | wwdll | 1.40 |
| Away | lllwl | 0.60 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 30% | 40% | 20% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.20 | 3.00 | 3.40 |
| Scored | 1.40 | 1.60 | 1.20 |
| Conceded | 1.80 | 1.40 | 2.20 |
| BTTS | 20% | 20% | 20% |
| Clean Sheets | 30% | 40% | 20% |
| Failed to Score | 50% | 40% | 60% |
| Expected Goals | 1.71 | 1.98 | 1.45 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.41 | 1.31 | 1.51 |
Falkirk Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | llwldwldll | 0.80 |
| Home | llwll | 0.60 |
| Away | lwddl | 1.00 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 20% | 20% | 20% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.90 | 3.20 | 2.60 |
| Scored | 1.30 | 1.20 | 1.40 |
| Conceded | 1.60 | 2.00 | 1.20 |
| BTTS | 40% | 40% | 40% |
| Clean Sheets | 30% | 20% | 40% |
| Failed to Score | 40% | 40% | 40% |
| Expected Goals | 1.25 | 1.39 | 1.11 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.31 | 1.39 | 1.23 |
Dundee United vs Falkirk Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
Dundee United (42%)
19 Matches
Falkirk (37%)
