Dundee faces a challenging road to ensure safety in the Premiership as they aim to distance themselves from the relegation play-off spot and the risk of automatic demotion. The post-split fixtures have set up three away games for Tony Docherty's team against Hearts, Kilmarnock, and St Johnstone, with only Ross County and Motherwell scheduled to visit Dens Park. Despite struggling against key rivals in previous encounters, Dundee has demonstrated a strong offensive capability, outscoring other bottom six teams while struggling defensively.
With a subpar defensive record but a potent attacking force, Dundee's ability to maintain their offensive threat against less formidable opponents will be crucial in securing their Premiership status. The team's performance in the upcoming matches against direct competitors will be pivotal in determining their fate in the relegation battle.