Levein looks to progress in cup

Levein takes the Tangerines to Inverness in the fourth round

Craig Levein was relieved as his Dundee United side grabbed a late winner to progress to the fourth round of the Scottish Cup against St Mirren.

Midfielder David Robertson sealed a 3-2 victory, and the manager said: "I thought we deserved to win after being in control for long periods.

"To lose two goals late on was disappointing, but we showed a bit extra which is what I'm looking for.

"I'm really glad we're through, but we now face a tough game at Inverness."

United went two goals in front from Barry Robson and Gary Kenneth before Richard Brittain's penalty and John Sutton hauled Saints level.

It was a morale-boosting win for the Taysiders who lost 5-0 at Rangers on Saturday.

Now the Tangerines face a trip to the Highland capital, and Levein added: "It's unfortunate we have to face another SPL team in the competition, but I'm sure we will rise to the challenge."