Hearts 1-1 Dundee United: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Coral’s post-match review of Hearts 1-1 Dundee United in the Premiership on Sunday, 09 November 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

The match between Hearts and Dundee United ended in a 1-1 draw, a result that might have been surprising given Hearts’ recent form. Hearts had been on a strong run, winning three out of their last four matches before this game, including a convincing 4-0 victory over Dundee.

However, they were unable to secure all three points at home against Dundee United, who had been less consistent, with only one win in their last five games. The draw means Hearts couldn’t extend their winning streak, but they remain unbeaten in their last five matches, showcasing their resilience.

Key moments in the game included an own goal by Dundee United in the 25th minute, which gave Hearts the lead. Dundee United fought back and equalised just before half-time through Stephenson, assisted by Fatah. This equaliser was crucial as it shifted the momentum and set the stage for a competitive second half. Despite Hearts’ dominance in possession, they couldn’t find a winning goal, and the match ended with both teams sharing the points.

Hearts dominated possession with 63% compared to Dundee United’s 37%, indicating their control over the game’s tempo. However, Dundee United were more effective in their dribbling, achieving a successful dribble percentage of 58% against Hearts’ 20%. This suggests that while Hearts had more of the ball, Dundee United were more efficient in moving it forward. The match saw a total of six yellow cards, with Dundee United receiving four, which might reflect their more aggressive approach or perhaps frustration at being on the back foot for much of the game.

The turning point of the match came in the 25th minute when Dundee United scored an own goal, putting Hearts in the lead. This early advantage could have set the stage for a comfortable win for Hearts, but Dundee United responded quickly.

Just before half-time, Stephenson scored for Dundee United, assisted by Fatah, levelling the score at 1-1. This goal was pivotal as it not only equalised the match but also boosted Dundee United’s morale going into the second half.

Hearts lined up in a 4-4-2 formation, with Alexander Schwolow in goal and a backline of Oisin McEntee, Craig Halkett, Stuart Findlay, and Harry Milne. The midfield was anchored by Cláudio Braga and Tómas Bent Magnússon, with Cammy Devlin and Alexandros Kyziridis providing support. Up front, Lawrence Shankland and Pierre Landry Kabore led the attack. This formation allowed Hearts to control the game’s tempo and maintain possession, though they struggled to convert their dominance into a winning goal.

Dundee United opted for a 3-4-3 formation, with Yevgeniy Kucherenko in goal and a defensive trio of Iurie Iovu, Bert Esselink, and Krisztián Keresztes. The midfield was manned by Luca Stephenson, Vicko Sevelj, Panutche Camara, and Dario Naamo, while Ivan Dolcek, Zachary Sapsford, and Amar Fatah formed the attacking line. This setup allowed Dundee United to be more compact defensively and rely on quick counter-attacks, which ultimately led to their equalising goal.

Luca Stephenson of Dundee United earns the Man of the Match award for his crucial goal just before half-time, which secured a point for his team. His ability to find the back of the net at a critical moment, assisted by Amar Fatah, was pivotal in shifting the game’s momentum. Stephenson’s performance was a bright spot for Dundee United, who were otherwise under pressure for much of the match

Recent Premiership matches:

• Draw: 1-1 vs Dundee United (H)
• Win: 4-0 vs Dundee (H)
• Draw: 2-2 vs St. Mirren (A)
• Win: 3-1 vs Celtic (H)
• Win: 3-0 vs Kilmarnock (A)

Recent Premiership matches:

• Draw: 1-1 vs Hearts (A)
• Loss: 0-2 vs Motherwell (A)
• Win: 3-1 vs St. Mirren (H)
• Draw: 2-2 vs Rangers (A)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Livingston (H)

Currently in 1st place with 30 points, Hearts will face Aberdeen, who are in 8th place with 11 points, on November 23, 2025 at 15:00.

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Sitting in 7th place with 14 points, Dundee United’s next match is against Falkirk, who are in 5th place with 16 points, on November 22, 2025 at 15:00.

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