Tony Docherty revealed Dundee midfielder Mo Sylla rushed back to Scotland from Paris on Saturday following the birth of his son Kasim so he could play against Kilmarnock.
The Frenchman played the entire 90 minutes with the Dark Blues coming back from two goals down to secure a dramatic win thanks to a stoppage-time goal by Ziyad Larkeche.
Dundee boss Docherty admitted he was incredibly proud of all his players, especially Sylla.
“We dedicated that win to Mo Sylla’s baby boy, who was born yesterday,” Docherty said.
“He was in Paris yesterday and he made sure he was on a flight back last night.
“I gave him the opportunity. It’s so important, the birth of a child. But he made sure he was back and ready for the game.
“That shows the real team mentality we’ve got. And the mentality of Mo, to be honest. Brilliant. Proud is a strong word and that is what I am.”
The kick-off was delayed because of a medical incident involving Dundee substitute Julien Vetro, with Docherty admitting his players had been rocked by what had happened.
He added: “It was very unsettling. Credit to the players for dealing with the way they dealt with it.
“Julien had an episode in the changing room when we were all sitting just waiting for me to address the team.
“He just fainted, I think. He was taken up to hospital as a precaution. Julien is in the dressing room now celebrating. He’s fine.”
Kilmarnock boss Derek McInnes was understandably annoyed with the result but his main concern was over defender Stuart Findlay, who was carried off on a stretcher in the first half and rushed to hospital.
The manager said: “It was a real blow for us with Stu Findlay coming off. Stu has been pivotal for us – we have not lost many goals in recent weeks when he has been in the team.
“We are hoping there is no dislocation or he hasn’t broken his ankle, but it isn’t looking good for him.
“It is a real blow. He is at the hospital now so we will find out.”
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