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Dundee United spurned several chances to add to their lead at East End Park

Dundee United narrowed the gap on Scottish Championship leaders Ross County to two points with a dominant display against Dunfermline Athletic.

Peter Pawlett drove from near halfway, leaving a trail of defenders behind him, to slot in the opener.

Pavol Safranko was a real menace for the visitors, going close with headers on four occasions, with the last hitting the crossbar.

Pawlett also had a first-half shot well saved by the busy Ryan Scully.

A third consecutive league win was thoroughly deserved by Robbie Neilson's side, who have now played two more matches than County in the race for automatic promotion.

Queen of the South visit Tannadice on Saturday, while the Dingwall team go to Alloa Athletic.