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    Pearson and Clay in the Signing Zone

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    Dee matchday magazine preview

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    Suicide prevention talk at Fir Park

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    Dundee: A closer look

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    Update: Dundee tickets

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    Community Trust May camp

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    Frear: We’re relishing the challenge

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    Robinson: Big opportunity for us

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    Dundee hospitality on sale

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    McLean in charge vs Dundee

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    Pearson and Clay in the Signing Zone

    The ‘Signing Zone’ continues this week prior to tomorrow’s fixture against Dundee at Fir Park. 

    So why not come to Fir Park tomorrow afternoon where Stephen Pearson and Craig Clay will be in The Well Shop’s ‘Signing Zone’ from 12.45pm until 1.15pm to meet fans, sign autographs and pose for selfies.

    It provides an opportunity for the fans to meet Pearson, who came back to the club in January, and Clay, who signed last summer.

    Each week, two different players will take their seats as the season progresses as part of the developing fan engagement programme here at Fir Park.

    Share your pics on twitter @motherwellfc using #MFCSigningZone or facebook.com/motherwellfc

    The club shop is situated at the Cooper Stand and is open from 9.30am.

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    Dee matchday magazine preview

    The nineteenth issue of the Steelmen matchday magazine is on sale ahead of tomorrow’s league clash with Dundee at Fir Park.

    Here, we take a look at what can be found inside the 68-page programme.

    Aussie forward Scott McDonald looks ahead to a crucial clash and reflects on the season so far, as well as discussing the youngsters who have broke in to the first team.

    Stephen Robinson gives his thoughts ahead of the game and there is an update from club captain Keith Lasley, along with ‘Getting to Know You’ – where Zak Jules is profiled – in the latest issue of the 2016/17 season programme.

    The interesting feature ‘Well in Numbers’, where feature writer Andrew Paterson looks at some of the key numbers in Motherwell history, continues.

    As part of the clubs aims to work closely with the Motherwell FC Community Trust and The ‘Well Society, regular updates are included in the programme.

    ‘Steelmen’ main features on tomorrow’s opposition remain, including an in depth look at Dundee as well as this season’s new ‘Tactics Board’, where we look at Neil McCann’s potential starting eleven as he takes charge for the first time.

    Our match report section looks back on the Fir Parker’s big victory over Inverness CT two weeks ago.

    An update on Stephen Craigan’s U20s side is included too, reporting on the youngster’s recent run of results.

    All the latest news from Fir Park is included too, and you’ll get all the latest from the Ticket Office as well as an in-depth look at tomorrow’s match-officials.

    All this and more is available for £3 and is on sale from the Club Shop as well as the usual sellers located in and around the ground pre-match.

    You can also order back editions or take a subscription to the magazine for the rest of the season by visiting the website of our publishers, Curtis-Sports.

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    Suicide prevention talk at Fir Park

    Club sponsor Suicide Prevention, North Lanarkshire would like to invite supporters and their friends and family to a suicideTALK training event on Thursday 4th May in the Millennium suite at Fir Park.

    In attendance will be first team goalkeeper Craig Samson who himself was once affected by a close friend taking their own life.

    suicideTALK invites all participants—regardless of prior training or experience—to become more aware of suicide prevention opportunities in their community. Dealing openly with the stigma around suicide, this exploration focuses upon the question “Should we talk about suicide?” By looking at this question in a number of different ways, session members can discover some of the beliefs and ideas about suicide in their communities—and in themselves. suicideTALK participants learn…

    • How suicide is a serious community health problem that is often misunderstood
    • How personal and community beliefs about suicide affect suicide stigma and safety
    • How the steps taught in LivingWorks’ safeTALK program can be used to help prevent suicide
    • How to get involved in life protection, preservation, and promotion activities in the community

    Imagine… a suicide-safer community

    For those that wish to attend the event please arrive at the the club at 6.15pm for a 6.30pm start and head to the main entrance at the Phil O’Donnell stand.

    For information on the great work that Suicide Prevention do please visit their website http://www.northlanarkshire.gov.uk/safer

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    Dundee: A closer look

    Motherwell host Dundee in the first match after the split as Stephen Robinson’s side head in to a crucial run of fixtures.

    Following the 4-2 victory over Inverness two weeks ago at Fir Park, the Steelmen will be keen to maintain their momentum, while the visiting Dee will have a new lease of life on their side following the appointment of Neil McCann.

    Tomorrow’s clash comes with added importance given the fact that just two points separate Motherwell in tenth from Dundee in eleventh – as the two sides search for three points in the hunt for survival.

    ‘Well boss Stephen Robinson is calling on his side to show more desire, more fight and more hunger than the Dark Blues, who will undoubtedly show some signs of a boost under the stewardship and direction of a new boss.

    And the Northern Irishman is not concerned about finding that attitude in his team, insisting the players have given their all for him so far.

    “Make no mistake about it – the last run of fixtures is massive for the club.

    “I think we look forward to Saturday’s game because it gives us a chance to leave a gap between ourselves and Dundee.”

    He added: “It’s an opportunity for us – there’s confidence around the camp, we’ve had a good week and there’s been lots we’ve worked on so we’re confident going in to the game.”

    The ‘Well boss will have to field a side without Stephen McManus and Richard Tait, who are out through groin injuries, while top scorer Louis Moult has overcome the slight knock that he had been playing through in recent weeks.

    Tickets for the crucial clash are on sale from the Fir Park ticket office today until 4pm, and can be purchased tomorrow morning from 10am until kick off, as well as on the turnstiles.

    For those who can’t make it, you can follow all the action on Twitter @MotherwellFC and listen to live commentary on mixlr.com/motherwellfc

     

    ‘Well winger Elliott Frear has become an integral part of Stephen Robinson’s plans since the gaffer took charge.

    But initially, Elliott had to bide his time in the squad after his arrival in January.

    Fast forward three months or so and the Englishman has grown in confidence and is raring to go as he prepares for the post-split fixtures.

    Motherwell’s number 17 believes the entire squad is relishing the challenge as they head in to a crucial final five matches.

    And after a positive performance and result against Inverness two weeks ago, Elliott hopes that the positives from that win are carried in to Saturday’s match.

    “It’s a big game and it’s obviously the next game so it’s the biggest game we’ve got,” he said.

    [pullquote]I’ve enjoyed playing at this level and every game I feel like I’m getting better and I’m getting more confidence.[/pullquote]

    “We’re going to be positive and after that great result against Inverness we can hopefully take the good points from that game in to the Dundee game on Saturday.”

    He added: “I’ve enjoyed playing at this level and every game I feel like I’m getting better and I’m getting more confidence.

    “It is a relegation battle but we’re all relishing the challenge.”

     

    Dundee arrive at Fir Park under the stewardship of new boss Neil McCann, who takes charge of his first game as interim manager tomorrow afternoon.

    And the travelling Dee supporters will be keen to see their new manager lead them out of their seven game losing streak as the post-split fixtures get underway.

    Two points separate the visitors from the Steelmen, only adding to the importance of Saturday’s Premiership clash.

    Goals from Alex D’Acol and Michael Devlin dealt the Dark Blues a crucial blow two weeks ago, resulting in the club sacking Paul Hartley.

    They moved swiftly to appoint McCann though – announcing their new boss the following day.

    And while they have endured a tough run, the appointment of a new gaffer will certainly boost confidence and belief around the club as they arrive in Lanarkshire.

    They will be further boosted in the knowledge that their last league win came here at Fir Park, back in February, when they put the Steelmen to the sword by scoring five before the break and winning 5-1 to send them to 30 points and some way ahead of the basement battle.

    They have remained on that tally since then though and have slid from sixth spot to eleventh in the space of nine weeks.

    This weekend’s visitors boast two ex-Well men in Tom Hateley and Henrik Ojamaa.

    27-year-old Hateley spent four seasons at Fir Park, scoring ten goals from his roles in midfield and in defence too whenever called upon.

    He was part of the club’s most successful recent years, involved in Champions League matches and in the starting line-up for the Scottish Cup final in 2011.

    Having made nearly 150 appearances in claret and amber, Tom’s career ventured to England and Poland before returning to Scotland in the summer window with Dundee.

    The 27-year-old makes a step closer to his former home this weekend when he steps back out on the turf at Fir Park, for what is a crucial fixture for both sets of players, supporters and the clubs.

    Estonian winger Ojamaa is set to return to parent club Go Ahead Eagles in the summer after arriving in Tayside in the January transfer window on a six-month loan spell.

    And the 25-year-old enjoyed two spells in Lanarkshire starting back in 2012.

    The winger started life on fire in claret and amber, scoring four goals in his first five games.

    So far with Dundee, Ojamaa has provided three assists in eleven appearances, including one against the ‘Well back in February.

    Tomorrow is the fourth meeting between Dundee and the Steelmen, and the third at Fir Park.

    It is by far the most important meeting though, which could have a huge say in the outcome of the Premiership relegation and play-off spots.

     

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    Update: Dundee tickets

    Tickets for the Steelmen’s Ladbrokes Premiership clash with Dundee are on sale from the Fir Park ticket office.

    And in the first post-split fixture, Stephen Robinson’s side take on the Dee under the stewardship of the newly appointed Neil McCann.

    Motherwell sit just two points ahead of Dundee and one spot in the table – and Saturday’s fixture is one not to be missed.

    Admission prices are as follows: 

    ADULTS    £23/£19  
    CONCESSIONS       £16/£15
    JUVENILE    £12/£9
    FAMILY    £29/£24
    • Concessions are listed as 65 and over and 16-17 year olds
    • Juveniles are listed as under 16s
    • Family ticket consists of one adult and one juvenile
    • Cheaper priced tickets are for the John Hunter Stand only
    • Fans who require ambulant or wheelchair access should contact Darren  on 07722912666 or email darren@mfcdsa.com
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    Community Trust May camp

    Motherwell Football Club Community Trust will be running a fun day of football participation on in-service/election day on Thursday 4 May at Fir Park Astro.

    Children will be allocated teams on arrival and the day will comprise skills challenges, fitness races and fun matches.

    Youngsters aged 5-12 will be supervised by the Community Trust fully qualified coaches. The day runs from 9am-3pm with drop off from 8:45am. Full day is just £10 with £5 for a half day.

    Community Trust General Manager Dawn Middleton said: “After our extremely successful Easter Camps, we look forward to hosting yet another fun day of football.

    “A day of football on an in service day is not only a great way for youngsters to spend their day off and is an ideal form of support for parents.”

    To book, visit the trust website here: https://www.motherwellfcct.co.uk/Event/trust-tournament-thursday

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    Frear: We’re relishing the challenge

    ‘Well winger Elliott Frear believes the entire squad is relishing the challenge as they head in to a crucial final five matches.

    And after a positive performance and result against Inverness two weeks ago, the Englishman hopes that the positives from that win are carried in to Saturday’s match.

    Speaking to the press this morning, he said: “It’s a big game and it’s obviously the next game so it’s the biggest game we’ve got.

    [pullquote]We’re going to be positive and after that great result against Inverness we can hopefully take the good points from that game in to the Dundee game on Saturday.[/pullquote]

    “We’re going to be positive and after that great result against Inverness we can hopefully take the good points from that game in to the Dundee game on Saturday.”

    He added: “I’ve enjoyed playing at this level and every game I feel like I’m getting better and I’m getting more confidence.

    “It is a relegation battle but we’re all relishing the challenge.”

    You can watch the full interview with Elliott on MFC TV’s official YouTube channel.

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    Robinson: Big opportunity for us

    ‘Well boss Stephen Robinson has hailed the final few matches of the season as “massive” for Motherwell Football Club.

    And with Dundee arriving at Fir Park on Saturday, the manager called for his side to have more desire and fight than the opposition.

    With two points separating the Steelmen from Dundee in 11th spot, the Fir Park gaffer is looking at this weekend’s fixture as a big opportunity for his team.

    [pullquote]It’s an opportunity for us – there’s confidence around the camp, we’ve had a good week and there’s been lots we’ve worked on so we’re confident going in to the game.[/pullquote]

    Speaking to the press, he said: “Make no mistake about it – the last run of fixtures is massive for the club.

    “I think we look forward to Saturday’s game because it gives us a chance to leave a gap between ourselves and Dundee.”

    He added: “It’s an opportunity for us – there’s confidence around the camp, we’ve had a good week and there’s been lots we’ve worked on so we’re confident going in to the game.”

    You can watch the manager’s full pre-match press conference on MFC TV’s YouTube channel.

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    Dundee hospitality on sale

    Matchday Centenary hospitality is on sale now for this weekend’s clash with Dundee at Fir Park.

    The Steelmen’s first post-split fixture see’s Stephen Robinson’s side host the Dee for the third time this campaign.

    It also marks Neil McCann’s first match in charge of the visitors, who sit two points behind the Fir Parkers.

    Centenary hospitality is on sale now, with some great prices and deals on offer:

    • Experience one of our post-split matches from the comfort of the Centenary Suite for a sit-down 3-course meal
    • Season book holders can upgrade to hospitality from as little as £35pp
    • Reduced pricing in place for our home match against Kilmarnock on Tuesday 16th May

    For more information, please contact: hospitality@motherwellfc.co.uk or phone 01698 333 333.

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    McLean in charge vs Dundee

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    The referee for Saturday’s Ladbrokes Premiership clash with Dundee at Fir Park is Steven McLean.

    It will be McLean’s sixth match in charge this season and his third since the turn of the year, following a midweek away win to Ross County in February and his most recent appointment involving the ‘Well – the 1-1 draw at Ibrox earlier this month.

    Prior to that, the official took charge of the goalless draw with Killie at Fir Park in December, the 1-3 home loss to Hearts in September and the Rangers League Cup group match in July, when the ‘Well lost 2-0.

    That all-important away win against the Staggies earlier this year broke the run of losses whilst McLean has been in charge – and the Fir Parkers will be keen to follow that up this weekend.

    Now one of Scotland’s most recognisable whistlers, ‘Well fans will be familiar with the 35-year old.

    His overall record in charge of Motherwell reads sixteen wins, eight defeats and six draws from thirty matches.

    In those games, ‘Well have scored 54 and conceded 48. 90 cautions have been dished out, 50 flashed at those wearing Claret and Amber.

    Four players have been sent off, two for ‘Well (Fraser Kerr and Keith Lasley in the same match against Killie in February 2013).

    McLean will be assisted by Graham Chambers and Anthony Cooper; with Steven Kirkland on fourth official duties.