| Having moved off the bottom thanks to the win over Livingston, Ian McCall’s Tangerines can climb further up the table by taking three points from the Highland outfit. And, in a bid to boost the chances of that, and help reduce the burden on fans’ pockets, United have announced they will be covering the cost of buses heading up to Aberdeen.
It is the first time such a scheme has been used this season, but, just as when this gesture has been made in past years, it will be administered by the Federation of Dundee United Supporters’ Clubs. Accordingly, anyone running a bus should contact the federation’s Joe Rice (07969 912526). While only recognised supporters' groups will be covered, the club have stressed that, subject to seat availability, all fans can book up.
Discussions are also taking place with ICT with a view to reducing admission prices at Pittodrie and confirmation of that should come tonight or tomorrow.
With the first team getting a day off today to aid the recovery from last week's hectic schedule, the focus at Tannadice was on the second string.
Tonight, the reserves make the long trip to Inverness when the likes of Lars Hirschfeld and Collin Samuel are expected to be on duty.
Looking forward to when the first teams clash, Chris Innes and Mark Wilson will return to the squad after their weekend suspensions.
Tomorrow, United will continue the fight against prejudice in football when they host a Show Racism the Red Card seminar for some 130 local primary children at Tannadice.
The event will include a question and answer session following a screening of Show Racism the Red Card videos.
The youngsters will then get the chance to question a panel including United players Derek McInnes, Jason Scotland and James Grady about racism and its consequences. |
