History of the Dumbarton v Partick Thistle fixture
Dumbarton prepare to entertain Partick Thistle at The Rock on Saturday afternoon, needing to improve on a poor record between the sides. The visitors have won 10 of the 26 previous games, with the Sons winning just 9.
The most recent encounter between these two sides at The Rock was earlier this season, with Dumbarton running out comfortable 2-0 winners in a Scottish Division One match.
Recent encounters between the teams
| Season | Date | Team | Result | Team | Comp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012/2013 | Sat 09 Mar | Partick Th. | 3 - 0 | Dumbarton | Scottish Division One |
| 2012/2013 | Sat 12 Jan | Dumbarton | 2-0 | Partick Th. | Scottish Division One |
| 2012/2013 | Sat 25 Aug | Partick Th. | 3 - 0 | Dumbarton | Scottish Division One |
| 2005/2006 | Sat 29 Apr | Dumbarton | 2 - 3 | Partick Th. | Scottish Division Two |
| 2005/2006 | Tue 14 Mar | Partick Th. | 2 - 1 | Dumbarton | Scottish Division Two |
| 2005/2006 | Sat 31 Dec | Dumbarton | 1 - 2 | Partick Th. | Scottish Division Two |
| 2005/2006 | Sat 20 Aug | Partick Th. | 3 - 2 | Dumbarton | Scottish Division Two |
For a detailed analysis of the complete head-to-head record between the two sides, click here
Recent respective form guides
Dumbarton have managed to pick up just two wins from their last six home games, losing three, The Sons's have scored 11 goals in these games, but conceded an alarming 13.
The away form of Partick Thistle however, is much more impressive, remaining unbeaten in their last six, winning five and drawing the one. Those games have seen the Jags pummel 11 goals, and let in 2.
Dumbarton are hovering perilously just above the relegation zone, with 42 points from 35 matches.
Partick Thistle are leading the way in the Irn Bru Scottish Division One, with their 35 games giving them a return of 77 points.
Current overall team form
| Team | P | W | D | L | F | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dumbarton | 6 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 14 | 11 | 12 |
| Partick Thistle | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 9 | 5 | 12 |
For a detailed analysis of current team form guides in this or any division, click here
FootyMad's prediction ...
Its been an indifferent run of form for the Sons of late, and things are not going to improve with the visit of Partick Thistle, who one believes will win this game handsomely. Away win
Sequence statistics
| Team | Sequences |
|---|---|
| Dumbarton | 6 games since last home draw. Won their latest 3 matches. Not drawn a match in their last 11 . |
| Partick Thistle | Undefeated in last 8 away games. 19 games since last defeat. |
For a detailed analysis of current team sequences throughout the leagues, click here