There's been little to separate these two city rivals this season as they collide for the fourth time
The Dark Blues are in desperate need of a victory as they head to rivals Dundee United on Sunday.
The boyhood Sunderland fan will try and do his part and hopes his parent club take care of Newcastle at Wembley
The wide man concedes that the Dens squad aren't relaxed about their league position ahead of Dundee Utd derby meeting
The stakes are high for Sunday's clash at Tannadice.
The Dark Blues need backing at Tannadice says under-fire boss.
The Dundee derby is just around the corner with United looking to claim a Europa or Conference League spot
The Dark Blues are three points adrift in the relegation playoff spot
The Dark Blues head to rivals Dundee United on Sunday aiming to end their poor run of form.
The Mexican played a key role in his derby debut that ended in victory at Dens Park.
Tony Docherty's men grabbed the bragging rights last time out and now a huge three points is on the line for both sides
The defender limped out of the draw at Aberdeen but he's expected to be fit but a trio of team-mates are still fitness concerns
The young Dark Blues beat St Mirren in Monday night's semi-final.
Sunday's derby at Tannadice is huge for the Dark Blues, who are on a poor run of form.
