Dundee Kick Off Against Champions in Historic Weekend
Dundee will launch their 2026/27 Scottish Premiership campaign with a trip to defending champions Celtic on Monday, 3 August, in a 7:30pm kick-off live on Sky Sports. The match rounds off a groundbreaking opening weekend that will see all six top-flight games broadcast on Sky Sports for the first time.
Manager Steven Pressley's side face a demanding start, but the fixture list also serves up an early-season Dundee derby, with the first meeting against Dundee United at Tannadice on Saturday, 22 August.
Key Fixtures: Derbies, Old Firm Tests, and the Split
The Opening Day Challenge
The opener at Celtic Park is a stern examination for Dundee right out of the gate. Celtic, who clinched last season's title, will be eager to begin their defence in front of a home crowd under the Monday night lights. For Dundee, a positive result in Glasgow would lay down an early marker, but the fixture is widely seen as a tough start.
It is followed a week later by a home match against Aberdeen on 8 August, before the short trip across the city to face United on 22 August. That means three of Dundee's first five games are against sides that finished in the top six last season, including both halves of the Old Firm before the end of September.
The Dundee Derby Dates
City bragging rights will be contested on three occasions before the league splits. The first derby is at Tannadice on 22 August, the reverse fixture at Dens Park falls on Saturday, 2 January 2027, and the third clash is back at Tannadice on 13 March 2027. With heated atmospheres guaranteed, these matches could prove pivotal in Dundee's season.
Rangers and the Run-in
Dundee host Rangers at Dens Park on 10 April in the final pre-split fixture. This game could have huge implications for both ends of the table, with the post-split schedule then commencing on 24 April. Other notable home games include Hearts (21 November), Celtic (2 December), and the New Year derby. Away days at Falkirk, Motherwell, and St Mirren will also test the squad's depth.
Full 2026/27 Scottish Premiership Fixture List
Below is Dundee's complete league schedule, subject to change:
- Aug 3: Celtic (a) – 7:30pm, live on Sky Sports
- Aug 8: Aberdeen (h) – 3pm
- Aug 22: Dundee United (a) – 3pm
- Aug 29: Hibernian (h) – 3pm
- Sep 2: St Johnstone (h) – 7:45pm
- Sep 5: Hearts (a) – 3pm
- Sep 19: Motherwell (h) – 3pm
- Oct 10: Falkirk (a) – 3pm
- Oct 17: Rangers (h) – 3pm
- Oct 24: St Mirren (a) – 3pm
- Oct 28: Kilmarnock (h) – 7:45pm
- Oct 31: Hibernian (a) – 3pm
- Nov 7: St Johnstone (a) – 3pm
- Nov 21: Hearts (h) – 3pm
- Nov 28: Aberdeen (a) – 3pm
- Dec 2: Celtic (h) – 7:45pm
- Dec 5: Falkirk (h) – 3pm
- Dec 12: Kilmarnock (a) – 3pm
- Dec 19: Motherwell (a) – 3pm
- Dec 26: St Mirren (h) – 3pm
- Dec 30: Rangers (a) – 7:45pm
- Jan 2: Dundee United (h) – 3pm
- Jan 9: Celtic (a) – 3pm
- Jan 23: Aberdeen (h) – 3pm
- Jan 30: Hibernian (h) – 3pm
- Feb 3: Hearts (a) – 7:45pm
- Feb 13: St Johnstone (h) – 3pm
- Feb 20: Falkirk (a) – 3pm
- Feb 27: Kilmarnock (h) – 3pm
- Mar 13: Dundee United (a) – 3pm
- Mar 20: Motherwell (h) – 3pm
- Apr 3: St Mirren (a) – 3pm
- Apr 10: Rangers (h) – 3pm
All fixtures are subject to change. Post-split matches begin April 24.
Quick Facts
Champions: Celtic (2025/26 winners)
Opening Game: Celtic vs Dundee, August 3, 7:30pm – live on Sky Sports
First Dundee Derby: Dundee United vs Dundee, August 22
New Year Derby: Dundee vs Dundee United, January 2, 2027
Third Derby Meeting: Dundee United vs Dundee, March 13
Old Firm Home Games: Rangers (Oct 17 & Apr 10); Celtic (Dec 2)
Post-split Start: April 24
Key Takeaways
- Dundee face a daunting start with an away trip to champions Celtic on the opening weekend, followed by an early derby against Dundee United.
- All six Scottish Premiership opening weekend fixtures will be broadcast live on Sky Sports for the first time.
- The three Dundee derbies are scheduled for August 22, January 2, and March 13 – providing key mid-season and run-in storylines.
- The final pre-split fixture is at home to Rangers on April 10, which could be decisive for European or relegation battles.
- The fixture list is subject to change, especially around European commitments and television selections.
