DUNDEE, Scotland (Interstat) — Dundee United FC advanced in the SWF Scottish Cup with a 2-1 victory over Spartans on Tuesday at CalForth Construction Arena at Tannadice Park.

The home side took the lead in the 31st minute when defender Ross Graham scored. Spartans were reduced to 10 men after Iurie Iovu received a red card in the 12th minute. Dundee United midfielder Amar Ahmed, who was booked early, extended the lead in the 55th minute with a goal and later provided an assist.

Spartans pulled one back in the 78th minute through substitute Mark Stowe but could not find an equalizer. The match featured seven yellow cards. Dundee United remains unbeaten in the competition this season.