Kilmarnock Secures Crucial Point in Relegation Battle After Dramatic Finish Against Dundee
A dramatic conclusion to the match between Kilmarnock and Dundee saw Kelle Roos make a crucial stoppage-time penalty save to secure a vital point for Kilmarnock in their fight against relegation. The match ended in a 2-2 draw, with Kilmarnock remaining in the relegation play-off spot, now just two points behind St Mirren. The home team started strongly, with Luke Graham's misplaced header allowing Greg Kiltie to set up Bruce Anderson, who then found Joe Hugill for the opening goal. Dundee equalized against the run of play when Tony Yogane's delivery was headed in by Simon Murray. Kilmarnock regained the lead through Michael Schjonning-Larsen's superb strike, but Dundee leveled the score when Imari Samuels and Scott Wright combined. The visitors were awarded a penalty in stoppage time after Jamie Brandon fouled Scott Wright, but Roos saved Joe Westley's penalty to earn Kilmarnock a precious point. Dundee manager Steven Pressley expressed frustration with the technology used for VAR, stating that it is not fit for purpose and puts undue pressure on officials. Kilmarnock boss Neil McCann felt his team should have won the game but was confident in their ability to improve their position in the table.