Dundee United secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over League Two side Spartans in the Scottish Cup, overcoming an early red card and a late comeback to advance. The Terrors showed resilience despite being reduced to ten men early in the match, with their two-goal lead proving crucial.

The Championship side now faces a quarter-final away to Premiership rivals Falkirk, setting up an intriguing all-Scottish clash. Spartans, playing two divisions below Dundee United, mounted a spirited fightback that made for a tense finish, but ultimately fell short in their cup run.

This victory demonstrates Dundee United's cup pedigree and ability to grind out results under pressure. The red card could have derailed their campaign, but instead they showed character to see out the win. Their reward is a high-profile quarter-final tie that will test them against top-flight opposition.