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    Made in Motherwell: Tom Forsyth

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    U20s back in action against Dundee

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    SALE: 50% off all replica kit

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    Kieran Kennedy Statement

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    Accies hospitality on sale now

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    Football Bowls is a half time hit

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    New Balance for ‘Well stars

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    Made in Motherwell: Brian McClair

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    Beresford joins as Goalkeeping Coach

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    TV: Highlights from Ochilview

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    Made in Motherwell: Tom Forsyth

    A footballing career that spanned the best part of three decades brought Tom Forsyth success both on and off the park.

    Tom was brought to the club by Bobby Howitt in 1967 from Stonehouse Violet and at that stage of his career played as a wing-half or inside-forward.

    The boyhood Motherwell fan made his debut in October 1967 in a 3-1 win over Stirling Albion and would be used sporadically in a season that ended in disappointment as ‘Well were relegated.

    The single season in the Second Division however was the perfect place for Forsyth to establish himself in the Motherwell side and he netted a dozen times in his first full season.

    Tom would go to make 150 league appearances for Motherwell before joining Rangers in October 1972.

    By the time of his transfer to Ibrox, Forsyth had already made his international debut in a European Championship qualifier away to Denmark in 1971. It would be the first of twenty-two caps he would earn for his country. In 1976, Tom captained Scotland to a 1-0 win over Switzerland in a game that saw Motherwell’s Willie Pettigrew net the winning goal.

    ‘Jaws’, as he would affectionately be known, endeared himself to his new supporters when he scored the winning goal against Celtic in the 1973 Scottish Cup Final.

    He become more recognised as an uncompromising defender at Ibrox and when he bid farewell to Rangers in 1982, he had played more than 200 league games securing silverware in treble winning sides.

    Turning his attention to management Tom had a brief spell in charge of Dunfermline before being reunited with former Ibrox team-mate Tommy McLean at Morton.

    In their first season together in 1983’84 they lead the Cappielow side to the First Division title before repeating the feat with Motherwell the following season.

    Over the course of the next decade, the duo would transform Motherwell’s standing in Scottish football – taking the Steelmen on a journey from the First Division in 1984 to a third place finish in 1993’94 with a Scottish Cup win in 1991 and European football along the way.

    Sadly, the duo would leave Motherwell in 1994 with arguably their team still to reach its peak. Tom’s last post in football would be as assistant once more to Tommy McLean at Hearts in season 1994’95.

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    U20s back in action against Dundee

    Motherwell under-20s host Dundee in the Development League on Tuesday night.

    The young Steelmen, who recorded an impressive 3-0 win over Hearts last week, will be keen to maintain their winning momentum.

    Stephen Craigan’s side sit six points behind league leaders Hamilton Accies after 27 games this term.

    Tuesday night will be the second meeting between Motherwell and Dundee following a goalless draw back in November.

    Kick off is 6pm at the Excelsior Stadium in Airdrie.

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    SALE: 50% off all replica kit

    The ‘Well Shop still has a fantastic half price sale on all 2016/17 Macron replica kits.

    That means you can get the traditional amber with claret hoop home kit, the unique denim blue away kit, the white 1991 tribute or the red goalkeepers strip at 50% off the cost, with junior tops starting at just £15.

    The fantastic offer is available both in store in the Well Shop, located in the Davie Cooper Stand, or online at motherwelldirect.co.uk.

    Please note both the Club Shop and the MFC Ticket Office are closed on Saturday 25th March due to the Irn Bru Cup Final taking place at Fir Park Stadium.

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    Kieran Kennedy Statement

    Motherwell FC can today confirm Kieran Kennedy has left the club by mutual consent.

    The 23-year old has had a difficult time with injuries this term, his last appearance in Claret and Amber coming against Celtic back in May of 2016.

    Kennedy asked to leave the club in order to try and continue his career in the semi-professional ranks south of the border and the club has allowed him to move on.

    Kieran, who joined from Leicester City in the summer of 2015 after coming through the youth ranks at Man City, played twenty-five times for ‘Well.

    Everyone at the club would like to thank Kieran for his efforts whilst at Fir Park and wish him luck and success in his future career.

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    Accies hospitality on sale now

    The next home fixture of the campaign is the Lanarkshire Derby, so don’t miss the chance to experience matchday hospitality for the big game.  

    The Ladbrokes Premiership fixture takes place on Wednesday, April 5, and our fantastic hospitality packages are on sale now.

    Choose from our Centenary Suite, Millennium Suite and South Stand Boxes – where you can have a celebration in a box or a night with friends with our new reduced packages.

    [pullquote]The Lanarkshire Derby is a match not to be missed and now is the time to secure one of our hospitality packages, which are already selling fast.[/pullquote]

    Head of Commercial and Marketing Suzanne Reid said: “The Lanarkshire Derby is a match not to be missed and now is the time to secure one of our hospitality packages, which are already selling fast.

    “It’s a fantastic way to experience a match here at Fir Park, and we look forward to what will be a big night on and off the pitch, with kick-off at 7:45pm.”

    There is also Match Sponsorship options available, but be fast before they sell out.

    For more information, please contact hospitality@motherwellfc.co.uk or phone 01698 33 33 33.

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    Football Bowls is a half time hit

    Motherwell season ticket holders Mark Ross and Ryan Davidson got the chance to play a game of bowls with a difference at the weekend, with Utilita Energy’s new half-time challenge – Utilita Football Bowls!

    Taking place at half time of the clash against St Johnstone, Scotland’s newest half-time challenge saw the two fans facing-off in a game of ‘Football Bowls’ on the pitch at Fir Park. Watch how they got on below!

     CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE VIDEO

    Utilita Energy are the official energy partner of Motherwell FC, and every Motherwell fan who switches to Utilita Energy receives a £25 voucher to be redeemed at the club shop. Each fan can also look forward to receiving a free industry-leading smart meter AND limited edition exclusive Motherwell FC-branded cover for their In-Home Display.

    Motherwell fans can sign up NOW. Just go to http://utilita.co.uk/football/motherwell-fc  and type in the promo code ‘MOTHERWELL when switching-or call 0345 206 8777 and quote “MOTHERWELL”.

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    New Balance for ‘Well stars

    The Motherwell squad were introduced to innovative new boots and equipment from top American manufacturers New Balance this afternoon.

    Amongst the popular Visaro 2.0 boots and Furon Dispatch gloves, the New Balance team introduced the Fir Park side to all-new boots that are due for release next year.

    And for New Balance Sports Marketing Executive Ben Robson, afternoon’s like today play a big role for the company.

    Ben said: “Today we’ve come up here to Fir Park to allow the players a good opportunity to try out the boots and get a feel for New Balance.

    [pullquote]Today we’ve come up here to Fir Park to allow the players a good opportunity to try out the boots and get a feel for New Balance.[/pullquote]

    “We’re still relatively young in the football industry and days like today, where the players get to test and take boots away to try them out, is always positive for us.”

    He added: “Getting boots inside the changing room and having players play in them or see them week-in, week-out obviously expands our publicity in the game.

    Head of Commercial and Marketing Suzanne Reid said: “Sincere thanks to New Balance for allowing us this opportunity.

    “It is hugely important that our players have access to the best equipment and it is fantastic to work with a world-wide brand like New Balance.”

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    Made in Motherwell: Brian McClair

    Forging a career that saw him win honours aplenty, both European and domestic, and an international career with 30 caps for his country, between the mid-eighties and mid-nineties Brian McClair was one of the finest footballers in the British isles. 

    Brian had been on Motherwell’s radar for some time but ‘Well lost out to Aston Villa in the race for his signature. After a brief spell in England that left him disillusioned, the Steelmen wouldn’t miss out a second time and McClair finally joined Ally MacLeod’s side in 1981.

    MacLeod would soon depart however with David Hay assuming the manager’s position and leading ‘Well to the First Division title.  Getting his first regular run in the side as Motherwell closed in on the title Brian netted four times in the final six games to serve notice of his potential.

    The Airdrie born player netted a hat-trick against Clyde in August 1982 but it would be a treble in a 3-0 win over Rangers on 3rd January 1983 that really grabbed the attention.  Even more so when he followed it up with a double in a 2-1 success over Celtic a fortnight later.

    In the summer of 1983 McClair moved to Celtic for a mere £75,000 where he would finish top scorer for the Parkhead side in each of his four seasons with them.  In 1985 McClair helped Celtic to the Scottish Cup and the following season won the league title in dramatic circumstances as Celtic pipped Hearts on the final day.

    In July 1987 McClair moved south to Manchester Utd where he would spend the next elven years.  There he would score 127 times in 471 appearances securing an incredible haul of 4 league titles, 3 FA Cups, a League Cup, Cup Winners Cup and UEFA Super Cup. His loyalty to United was rewarded with a testimonial in April 1997.

    In 1998 Motherwell made an ambitious move to bring the then 35 year old McClair back to Fir Park but never quite at full fitness Brian was ill at ease back in the Scottish top flight and after less than six months returned to England to commence his coaching career.

    After a spell as assistant manager at Blackburn Rovers, McClair returned to Old Trafford where he would spend the best part of the next 15 years helping develop United’s youngsters before a brief spell as the SFA’s National Performance director.

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    Beresford joins as Goalkeeping Coach

    Motherwell FC has today confirmed Marlon Beresford as the club’s new Goalkeeping Coach.

    The 47-year old enjoyed a twenty-year playing career in England, turning out for clubs like Sheffield Wednesday, Burnley, Middlesbrough, Wolves, Bradford and Luton, where he was teammates with Steelmen boss Stephen Robinson.

    After his playing career came to an end, he worked with the Irish FA and also coached the goalkeepers at Barnet.

    He will now team up with coaching staff at Fir Park to work directly with Craig Samson, Russell Griffiths, Peter Morrison, Ollie Pain and Jordan Pettigrew.

    [pullquote]He will be a great addition to the staff at Motherwell FC and I am sure the staff and players will enjoy working with him.[/pullquote]

    Speaking to motherwellfc.co.uk, Marlon said: “It all happened very quickly, but I’m delighted to be here and I look forward to linking up with Stephen Robinson again.

    “I’ve known him for a long time – I played with him at Luton and he took me to Northern Ireland to work with the under 21s, 19s and 17s over there so I jumped at the opportunity to come here.”

    He added: “Not only do I know the gaffer well, but I know Stephen Craigan too so it’s been really easy settling in, everyone has been very friendly and welcoming.”

    ‘Well boss Stephen Robinson added: “Marlon has vast experience in the game as both a player and a coach.

    “He will be a great addition to the staff at Motherwell FC and I am sure the staff and players will enjoy working with him.”

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    TV: Highlights from Ochilview

    Extended highlights from Ochilview where a Jordan Armstrong header and a Shea Gordon double give the young Steelmen a 3-0 win against Hearts.

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