Dundee part company with manager Docherty
Dundee have sacked manager Tony Docherty following the end of the Scottish Premiership campaign.The Dens Park club defeated St Johnstone 2-0 on Sunday to finish the season in 10th place.A statement released by Dundee said "the results of the team have not met the standards expected by the club".
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