Last updated on .From the section Scottish Championship

Jamie MacDonald made a string of fine saves before being beaten by Nicky Clark's fifth goal in six games

Scottish Championship leaders Dundee United extended their winning run to six matches with a deserved 2-1 victory over struggling Alloa Athletic.

Robbie Neilson's side had to come from behind after Mark Reynolds headed a Scott Taggart cross into his own net.

Alloa goalkeeper Jamie MacDonald had thwarted United several times before Nicky Clark levelled before the break.

And United ensured they stay seven points clear after Louis Appere swept in an Ian Harkes cross.

With a game in hand at Morton on Tuesday, the title favourites can extend that lead further, but defeat means Alloa slip to the bottom of the division.

Dundee United head coach Robbie Neilson: "We fought back well and if you are going to go and win leagues you have to do that. I think we had 15 or 16 shots on target just in the first half so it was important that we kept patient.

"This month is very, very important. We have three games this week - Alloa, then we then go away to Morton and Arbroath."

Alloa Athletic manager Peter Grant: "I thought in general play, a lot of our stuff was excellent. I think you can tell how well we played it wasn't us that was shouting for the final whistle.

"It has been a real battle from day one, but I have got the trust in the players that can do it. There are a lot of positives, but the negative is obviously the result."