Spartans moved eight points clear of the relegation spots courtesy of Tegan Reynolds' first-half strike to beat already-relegated Dundee United 1-0.

The hosts dominated the game, peppering the United goal with 18 shots and were ahead after 19 minutes thanks to Reynolds' fine effort.

With Aberdeen losing to Montrose, Spartans leapfrogged the Dons into eighth place.

Dundee United had their relegation confirmed in the previous round of fixtures.