Clean sheet for Carson after 'frustrating' spell

Dundee goalkeeper Trevor Carson put his frustration to one side to play a key role in his team's much-needed win at Motherwell.

The 1-0 victory at Fir Park was the Northern Irishman's first league start of the season.

The 36-year-old was a steady pair of hands, helping secure a first clean sheet of the campaign as Tony Docherty's side earned their first Premiership win since August.

"I thought the lads in front of me were different class," Carson told BBC Scotland.

On having to wait on the sidelines to come back into the team, he added: "It's the life of a goalie, it's not like an outfielder where you might contribute off the bench.

"When you're not playing it's frustrating, I'm not going to lie, but I've supported Jon [McCracken] and supported the team, but I'm delighted to get my chance and thankfully I could keep a clean sheet.

"You put a mask on on the Saturday and go in all smiles to be a cheerleader. But it’s horrible, especially as I'm an experienced player, and I'm used to playing games on a Saturday.

"It takes a big part of your life away. But I've had to be supportive of Jon and likewise Jon couldn't have been any better with me. I'm thankful for that."