Steven Fletcher is adamant Dundee United are finally fit for survival thanks to a second ‘pre-season’ under Jim Goodwin.
The veteran striker admits the Tannadice squad’s fitness levels were in poor shape as they slumped to the bottom of the table under Liam Fox before the new boss’ arrival last month. But a rigorous training regime during March has added energy which was there for all to see on Sunday as they grabbed their first victory in 12 thanks to a 90th minute winner against Hibs on Sunday.
Now Fletcher is convinced they can go the distance over the final seven games to save their top flight skins. The 36-year-old hitman was the difference against Hibs, heading home after eight minutes then using all his experience to win a last minute penalty and allow Jamie McGrath to secure three precious points from the spot. It moves United back to within two points of Ross County and three of Kilmarnock who sit in the safe haven of 10th. And Fletcher said: “It was a long time coming and I think we showed good character on Sunday, especially when they got the goal back. In weeks gone by, we have gone under, retreated inside ourselves and not shown our quality.
