Jim Goodwin

Dundee Utd's Steven Fletcher shakes hands with manager Jim Goodwin after being substituted in the 3-2 defeat to Motherwell that confirmed the club's relegation. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Steven Fletcher future addressed as Dundee United relegated to the Championship

Dundee United manager Jim Goodwin is dejected as relegation is confirmed with defeat at Motherwell. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

Jim Goodwin reacts to Dundee Utd relegation and reveals his 'first port of call'

Jim Goodwin has signed a new contract with Dundee United until the summer of 2025.

Goodwin promises Dundee United overhaul after being handed new two-year deal

Steven Fletcher is Dundee United's top scorer with nine. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Steven Fletcher explains why Jim Goodwin is right for Dundee United job

Kilmarnock secured a huge win over Dundee United at the bottom of the Premiership. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

United v Kilmarnock reaction: Transfer contrast, McInnes surprise, away support

Leighton Clarkson and Graeme Shinnie embrace after the former's opener for Aberdeen last night against St Mirren - will they still be at Aberdeen next season? (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Aberdeen reaction: Robson's 'took their time!' assessment; cheeky Pittodrie DJ

Dundee United are on the cusp of relegation. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

Dundee United's catastrophe, bonkers 293 days, Kilmarnock run riot

Dundee United boss Jim Goodwin ahead of the relegation clash with Kilmarnock. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Jim Goodwin reveals Dundee United job desire as he apologises to fans

Dundee United's Aziz Behich was sent off during the 2-1 defeat by Livingston.

Dundee Utd plunged into deeper trouble after loss - key man to miss Killie clash

Liam Scales, on loan from Celtic, will have discussions over his future during the summer. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

What Scales said about his Aberdeen and Celtic future

Steven Fletcher is out for Dundee United with a groin injury.

Dundee Utd scramble to address striker crisis as Fletcher misses key match

Hearts host Aberdeen in a crucial fixture for the race for third. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

Hearts v Aberdeen: Match info, PPV details, kick-off time, team news, referee

Mulgrew says he is fully committed to saving Dundee Utd from relegation and attending the event will have no impact on that.

Mulgrew explains Brown event - no bearing on Dundee Utd's drop fight

Dundee United went down to Ross County at Tannadice on Saturday. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

How Dundee United returned to square one in relegation battle

Dundee United's Mark Birighitti and Craig Sibbald looks dejected at full time following the 3-1 defeat by Ross County.

Dundee Utd left in big trouble - 'it has raised its ugly head again'

Dudee United took an impressive away crowd to McDiarmid Park, but St Johnstone fans (pictured) also turned out in force. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

St Johnstone-Dundee United reaction: Goodwin's crowd faux pas, red card verdict

Dundee United's Charlie Mulgrew is shown a red card during the 1-0 defeat at St Johnstone. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

United on fence over Mulgrew appeal as MacLean reveals one St Johnstone 'gripe'

Robson and assistant Steve Agnew have guided the Dons to third place. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Aberdeen's Robson deal: Positives outweigh questions, recruitment, clarity

Barry Robson currently has Aberdeen on a seven-match winning streak.

Robson lands Aberdeen job - contract length, Agnew deal, recruitment plans

Barry Robson has been backed to get the Aberdeen job full-time. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

Aberdeen star makes 'if I was the chairman' admission over Barry Robson job

Bojan Miovski headed past Allan McGrgeor to put Aberdeen 2-0 ahead against Rangers. (Photo by Rob Casey / SNS Group)

Aberdeen v Rangers reaction: Dons star man, Ibrox ace transfer, fan fisticuffs

Barry Robson encourages his team during Aberdeen's 2-0 win over Rangers.

Robson not drawn on Dons future after Rangers win and reveals ballboys exchange

Dundee United's Jamie McGrath celebrates after making it 1-0 against Livingston - although he later came off injured.

Dundee Utd 'still have work to do' as update given on McGrath injury

Jim Goodwin has backed Kevin Clancy after the referee was on the end of threats and abuse. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

Premiership boss on 'disgraceful' referee threats after Celtic v Rangers clash

Dundee United's Steven Fletcher celebrates after making it 1-0 against Hibs.

Dundee Utd striker Fletcher explains why he celebrated goal against Hibs

Hibs substitute Mykola Kukharevych fires home an equaliser - but Dundee United would go on to win 2-1. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

Where Hibs fell short at Tannadice as Dundee Utd breathe life into survival bid

Anthony Stewart left Aberdeen for MK Dons on loan. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Stewart lifts lid on Aberdeen exit, 'not fit for manager' and opens up on future

Steve Agnew has been Barry Robson's experienced, trusted lieutenant at Aberdeen. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

The Steve Agnew Aberdeen factor - why experienced coach is a valuable asset

Dundee Utd's Peter Pawlett aggravated his hamstring injury in the defeat by Rangers.

Luckless Pawlett 'close to tears' after fresh injury blow

Liam Fox has been apppinted as part of Barry Robson's backroom staff at Aberdeen. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

Aberdeen confirm ex-Dundee United boss as part of Barry Robson's coaching staff

Dwight Yorke has put himself forward for the Aberdeen job.

'Slow': Yorke opens up on Aberdeen manager situation and makes Spurs claim

Aberdeen have confirmed Barry Robson will remain in charge until the end of the season. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Aberdeen make 'unanimous' Barry Robson decision after 3 candidates interviewed

Barry Robson has guided Aberdeen to four wins in their past six matches.

Robson 'set to be given Aberdeen job until end of season'

Barry Robson has impressed during his time as Aberdeen caretaker manager.

Aberdeen urged to make Robson decision - 'I don’t know what chain of command is'

VAR has been in use in Scotland since October.

Scottish football chiefs 'considering major change to VAR protocols'

Duk and Bojan Miovski have scored 32 goals between them for Aberdeen this summer (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

The two Aberdeen stars wanted by Serie A duo after 32-goal haul

Mattie Pollock had a standout performance in the 3-0 win over Hearts. (Photo by Paul Byars / SNS Group)

Aberdeen v Hearts extras: Away fan gestures, Dons talisman

Barry Robson, Aberdeen's interim boss, had his name sung by the Dons support. (Photo by Paul Byars / SNS Group)

Barry Robson responds to Aberdeen fans singing his name

Ross McCrorie believes his form for Aberdeen has been strong.

Aberdeen's McCrorie reveals disappointment at missing out on Scotland call-up

Mark Birighitti is back in Dundee United starting XI.

Birighitti: I had tough start at Dundee Utd - I want to repay Goodwin's faith

Hearts manager Robbie Neilson knows how important a win against Aberdeen would be.

Aberdeen 'one of key games for Hearts' as Neilson discusses new Dons boss

Steve Agnew is the current interim Aberdeen assistant manager alongside Barry Robson.

How Aberdeen have flourished with new assistant Agnew at Pittodrie

Current Aberdeen interim manager Barry Robson (right) and Scott Brown remain friends from their Celtic days.

Barry Robson reacts to Scott Brown's Aberdeen job endorsement

Dundee United's Steven Fletcher is a constant threat in the air. (Photo by Sammy Turner / SNS Group)

How Dundee United are using striker Fletcher to survive relegation

Ricardo Rodriguez is reportedly keen on the Aberdeen job. (Photo by Kenta Harada/Getty Images)

Aberdeen manager shortlist between 'four contenders'

Lee Johnson believes Hibs can catch and overtake rivals Hearts. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

Hibs have Hearts target in race for 3rd as Johnson set to have a go at Rangers

Dundee United manager Jim Goodwin and Aberdeen's Graeme Shinnie embrace after the match at Tannadice.

Shinnie pleads with Aberdeen fans over conduct and explains Goodwin hug

Barry Robson (background) was the happier manager - in his case, interim manager - as Aberdeen beat Jim Goodwin's Dundee United 3-1 at Tannadice. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Goodwin's sacked in morning chant as Dundee Utd throw it away against Aberdeen

Jim Goodwin endured an uncomfortable first outing as Dundee United manager against former club Aberdeen (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Goodwin says bad eggs tarnish Aberdeen's good name after coin and pie barrage

The last time Dundee United hosted Aberdeen they ran out 4-0 winners. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Dundee United v Aberdeen: Match info, kick-off time, TV details, team news

New Dundee United boss Jim Goodwin will come up against his old club on Saturday evening.

Dundee Utd-Aberdeen: Goodwin hints at major calls, Robson tries to play it cool

New Aberdeen chief executive Alan Burrows has held talks with caretaker boss Barry Robson.

Inside Robson's hour-long Aberdeen chat with new CEO Burrows and Gunn

Dundee United skipper Ryan Edwards knows his own performance against Ross County was not good enough.

Dundee Utd skipper Edwards responds to McCann 'chucked it' claims

Rangers manager Michael Beale has faced stiff criticism from some sections of the Rangers support following the 2-1 defeat by Celtic.

Briefing: Beale's own abuse, ex-Celtic star lifts lid on exit, good Hearts news

This picture of Jim Goodwin leaving Easter Road just after being sacked as Aberdeen boss was all the rage.

Goodwin on Hibs pic, how Old Firm cost him job, Aberdeen fans, Dundee Utd elbows

Jim Goodwin was advised not to take the Dundee United manager's job - but he will be at Tannadice until at least the end of the season.

Goodwin spurns Dundee United advice on taking manager's job

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