Webster wants to lift cup

12 April 2010 10:18

Dundee United captain Andy Webster is aiming to end his Tannadice career on the ultimate high after his header helped secure an Active Nation Scottish Cup final place.

The on-loan Rangers defender guided Craig Conway's corner home in the 58th minute to seal a 2-0 Hampden victory against Raith Rovers. Webster's form for United this season saw him return to the Scotland team last month and his swansong for the club before returning to Ibrox now looks set to be the cup final against Ross County on May 15.

"It's been nice just getting the opportunity to play football again in a very good side and a lot of good players," said Webster.

"When you train with them and play with them you realise they are a good team that can have success. The boys are hungry for success and that has shown recently.

"Any major final is a great showcase for any player."

Webster's long run of misfortune began four years ago when he was frozen out at Hearts after indicating he would not sign a new contract, the impasse meaning he missed out on their 2006 Scottish Cup final win over Gretna.

But Webster is not looking at this year's final as a chance to heal any old wounds.

"You take it as it comes and deal with it and get on with it," the 27-year-old said.

"It's not something I'm going to start digging up and worrying about. I'm looking to the future and doing well here.

"That's in the past, it's great for the boys and the coaching staff and the club as a whole to have an opportunity to win the Scottish Cup."

Source: PA