Hearts pull away as Kaboré brace and VAR penalty punish Dundee Utd | OneFootball

Match in Five Sentences: Dundee Utd lost to Hearts 3-0 at Tannadice. Pierre Kaboré opened the scoring in the 11th minute, turning in Harry Milne's cross. United's night unravelled when Amar Fatah was sent off after a VAR upgrade (24.), and Alexandros Kyziridis converted from the spot once VAR confirmed the spot kick (29.). The Jambos controlled the game, producing 22 attempts with 12 on target and 69.5% possession. Kaboré sealed it with a late second (81.), the Jambos stay top and visit St Mirren next while United travel to Hibernian.

Player of the Match: Pierre Kaboré was relentless, scoring twice and hitting all five of his attempts on target to decide the contest.

Stat of the Match: Ashley Maynard-Brewer made eight saves, keeping the scoreline respectable for The Arabs under sustained pressure.

Three Things We Learned: The Jambos dominated territory and tempo with 69.5% possession and 22 attempts, adding 26 crosses and six corners. United managed only three shots and failed to win a corner, underlining how deep The Arabs had to defend. VAR was pivotal, upgrading Fatah's dismissal and confirming the spot kick that Kyziridis buried.