Kilmarnock secures crucial point in relegation battle after dramatic finish against Dundee

A dramatic conclusion to the 2-2 draw between Kilmarnock and Dundee saw Kelle Roos make a crucial stoppage-time penalty save to deny Dundee striker Joe Westley, potentially earning Kilmarnock a vital point in their fight for survival. The match ended in chaos after Jamie Brandon conceded a penalty for a foul on Scott Wright, with VAR intervening to check for offside. After a six-minute wait, referee Ross Hardie confirmed the penalty, but Roos guessed correctly to save Westley's attempt. Kilmarnock remains in the relegation play-off spot, now just two points behind St Mirren. The home team started brightly, with Luke Graham's weak header allowing Greg Kiltie to set up Bruce Anderson, who turned and shot, with the ball deflecting to Joe Hugill for the opening goal. Dundee equalized against the run of play when Tony Yogane beat his man and delivered a cross that Simon Murray headed in from six yards. Kilmarnock regained the lead through Michael Schjonning-Larsen's superb left-footed drive after Billy Koumetio cleared a shot. Dundee made changes in the second half and eventually leveled when Imari Samuels split the Kilmarnock defense, allowing Scott Wright to score. The visitors had the chance to snatch all three points with the last attack of the game but were denied by Roos' penalty save. Dundee manager Steven Pressley expressed sympathy for the officials, stating that the lack of investment in technology makes it difficult for them to make correct decisions. Kilmarnock boss Neil McCann felt his team should have won the game but was confident in their ability to climb the table if they continue to play well.