Dundee United secured their first win of the season on Saturday afternoon, defeating Motherwell 1-0 at Tannadice Park.

The match was a closely contested affair, with both sides creating chances throughout the game. However, it was Dundee United who ultimately broke the deadlock in the 64th minute, with striker Jamie Murphy scoring his first goal of the season to give his side the lead.

Moments later, Dundee United defender Stephen Dobbie saw red for a tackle on Motherwell midfielder Ross McCrorie, which proved costly as they were reduced to ten men. Despite this setback, Dundee United continued to push forward and created several more chances before the final whistle.

In the end, it was Dundee United who emerged victorious, thanks to a solid display from their defense and a well-taken goal from Murphy. The victory means that Dundee United have now earned three points from their opening two games of the season, while Motherwell remain winless after four matches.

The result will be welcomed by Dundee United fans, who have been waiting for some positive news following a disappointing start to the campaign. With a new manager in place and a strong squad, there is hope that Dundee United can build on their recent success and continue their upward trajectory.

Overall, it was a hard-fought victory for Dundee United, but one that was well-deserved given their performance on the day. With their first win of the season now in the bag, the club will be looking to continue their winning ways as they look to secure a top-half finish this season.