Hibernian left Dens Park with all three points on Sunday, edging out Dundee 1-2 in a Premiership clash that swung on a strong first-half showing from the visitors. They went in ahead at the break, leading 0-1, and made that advantage count after the interval. Dundee pushed for a way back but couldn't find the breakthrough until it was almost too late, and by then Hibernian had done enough to keep their noses in front. The home side will feel there were spells they matched their opponents, particularly in a second half where they threw men forward looking for an equaliser. But games get decided by moments, and Hibernian took theirs. For Dundee, it's a result that leaves plenty to work on, while Hibernian will head home happy with a away win that keeps their early-season form ticking over nicely.
The Matchup
Dundee 1-2 Hibernian was the final score at Dens Park, in a game where Hibernian did enough across the ninety minutes to deserve the three points. It was not always comfortable for Hibernian, and Dundee pushed for a way back into the game, but the result stood. Games like this can carry real weight later in the season, so this is a scoreline worth remembering. Below is a closer look at how the match broke down, statistically.
Looking Ahead
Dundee will already be turning their attention to what comes next. Their next test comes at home to St Johnstone, and how they respond after this result will be worth watching. You can follow the build-up and everything you need to know when Dundee vs St Johnstone going to play at 2 September 2026 in Scottish Premiership 2026-27.
Hibernian, meanwhile, have a quick chance to build on this result. They are next in action at home to Hearts, a game that will give an early sense of how they carry this result forward. Full details are here: Hibernian vs Hearts going to play at 3 September 2026 in Scottish Premiership 2026-27.