Dundee edge Falkirk after VAR-backed penalty | OneFootball

Match in Five Sentences: Dundee beat Falkirk 1-0 at Dens Park. Yan Dhanda converted from the spot in the fifth minute of first half stoppage time after VAR confirmed the spot kick. The game's flashpoint came in the 87th minute when Simon Murray was sent off, forcing Dundee to finish with 10 men. The Bairns had 23 attempts to Dundee's 10 yet hit the target only once, while the hosts made 47 clearances to survive. Dundee host Kilmarnock next, while The Bairns welcome Aberdeen.

Player of the Match: Luke Graham marshalled the box superbly, winning five aerial duels and making 13 clearances plus four blocks to repel The Bairns' pressure.

Stat of the Match: The Bairns registered 23 attempts but produced one shot on target, highlighting their wasteful finishing.

Three Things We Learned: A VAR-backed spot kick separated the sides, underlining the fine margins in a tight first half. Dundee's back line cleared 47 balls and posted an 83.3% tackle success, showing defensive organisation under heavy pressure. Despite 58.1% possession and nine corners, The Bairns could not turn control into clear chances.