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    TV: Highlights from Firhill

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    Partick Thistle in pictures

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    Robinson: Errors cost us

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    Partick Thistle 3 – 2 Motherwell

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    Griffiths: We know what to do

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    Preview: Partick Thistle v Motherwell

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    Robinson: We must be on our guard

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    Bowman keen to keep repaying faith

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    Robertson in charge at Firhill

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    Our schedule for the week ahead

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    TV: Highlights from Firhill

    Highlights from Firhill as a second half fightback proves not to be enough with ‘Well leaving Firhill with no points.

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    Partick Thistle in pictures

    Images from tonight’s 3-2 loss to Partick Thistle in the Ladbrokes Premiership.

    Snaps courtesy of SNSPix

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    Robinson: Errors cost us

    A frustrated Stephen Robinson admitted his side left themselves with too much to do after surrendering three first half goals against league strugglers Partick Thistle.

    The Northern Irishman singled out individual mistakes as the hosts stormed in to an early lead at Firhill before ‘Well came close to salvaging a point.

    Speaking to MFC TV at full-time, Robinson took positives from a far better second half showing in the Premiership encounter.

    [pullquote]It’s three individual mistakes and credit to Partick they’ve punished us and it gives us an uphill task in the second half.[/pullquote]

    He said: “If you make those individual errors you’ve got no chance by giving a team a three-goal lead.

    “The errors were really poor and I’m not sure what else I can say because it’s three individual mistakes and credit to Partick they’ve punished us and it gives us an uphill task in the second half.”

    He added: “The positives are the second half response. We didn’t lie down and die and that’s what we’re used to and we showed more quality and better decision making.”

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    Partick Thistle 3 – 2 Motherwell

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    Grant Russell at Firhill

    Four goals in 12 first-half minutes ultimately consigned Motherwell to another defeat as bottom club Partick Thistle took all three points in Glasgow.

    Strikes from Blair Spittal, Ryan Edwards and Connor Sammon inflicted the damage, despite a spirited comeback in the second half which yielded two goals – and one strike disallowed amidst scenes of controversy.

    Both of the visitors’ changes were forced through injury. Chris Cadden and Alex Fisher dropped out, with Liam Grimshaw and Deimantas Petravicius coming in. Russell Griffiths continued in goals with Trevor Carson absent, while Louis Moult and Peter Hartley continued to miss out through injury.

    After a tame opening, the game exploded to life as Thistle took the lead with 15 minutes on the clock. Carl McHugh’s challenge on the edge of the area on Sammon gave Spittal the chance to take a shot at goal on the far left side of the box.

    From the resulting free kick, the forward curled the ball over the wall and beyond Griffiths into the top right corner of the net.

    Thistle then almost immediately carved out a second. A counter attack from a Motherwell free kick saw Miles Storey burst down the right hand side. His cross into the middle was met by the run of Martin Woods on the penalty spot, but his header dropped wide of the left hand post.

    The hosts didn’t have to wait too long to double their advantage. A hopeful ball to Storey on the right flank eluded Charles Dunne, allowing the forward space on the right.

    Edwards surged in behind McHugh, with Storey’s weighted pass finding him with precision, before the Australian fired past Griffiths to make it two with just 22 minutes on the clock.

    It got worse for the ‘Well. Five minutes later, it was 3-0. The hosts overwhelmed the backline with numbers, with the ball slipped through to Sammon, who took the opportunity one on one with Griffiths to make it a third.

    With eight minutes left in the half, Motherwell should have pulled one back. Elliott Frear’s cross from the left was perfectly floated to meet the run of the onrushing Charles Dunne. But the defender’s header was into the ground, and then bounced wide of the post.

    Andy Rose then had half a chance as the Steelmen looked more positive in their attacking play. His shot from just inside the area fizzed through the legs of several players, but Tomas Cerny got down low quickly to keep it out.

    Frear had been the more positive of the attacking players in the first half and, after another surge into the box, bent a dipping shot just over the bar.

    Manager Stephen Robinson rang the changes at half time to try and salvage something from the match. Andrew Rose and Liam Grimshaw were withdrawn, with Craig Tanner and Gael Bigirimana the replacements.

    Within eight minutes of the restart, Motherwell were awarded a goal. Tanner’s free kick from 25 yards to the back post was met by Cedric Kipre, whose header found the net.

    Dunne was in close proximity to Cerny as it went in. But with the goal awarded, the goalkeeper furiously protested to the officials that offside had been committed.

    After deliberation between the referee and his assistant, the goal was chalked off.

    A minute later, ‘Well got a goal which stood. Another high ball into the box was met by Ryan Bowman. His effort crossed the line, despite the desperate attempts of the keeper to claw it out.

    Motherwell piled on the pressure. Bowman was just kept out at the near post unmarked by Cerny amidst a succession of corner kicks midway through the half. Kipre also came close from a header, as Robinson’s men laid siege.

    With 12 minutes to go, it was game on. Tanner danced his way through several defenders in the Thistle box, before unleashing a ferocious effort past a diving Cerny into the bottom right corner.

    The visitors pressed and pressed for the equaliser, dominating the possession and trying to carve out opportunities.

    But just as at Ross County several weeks ago, they couldn’t snatch the equaliser.

    The golden chance came just as the first of four added minutes started. Tait’s cross to the penalty spot was met by the head of Frear, but he could only steer it into the grateful arms of Cerny.

    Motherwell: Griffiths; Tait, Kipre, McHugh, Dunne, Frear; Rose (Bigirimana 45), Campbell, Grimshaw (Tanner 45); Petravicius (MacLean 64), Bowman.

    Subs not used: Hammell, Newell, Livingstone, Turnbull.

    Partick Thistle: Cerny, Turnbull, Keown, Spittal (Lawless 82), Barton, Devine, McGinn, Sammon, Edwards, Woods (Fraser 64), Storey (Doolan 85).

    Subs not used: Scully, Erskine, Nitriansky, McCarthy.

    Attendance: 2452 (568 Motherwell fans)

     

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    Griffiths: We know what to do

    Russell Griffiths is eyeing a return to winning ways as the Steelmen prepare for a clash with Partick Thistle on Wednesday night.

    The ‘Well stopper came back in to the side following Trevor Carson’s knock and hopes to take positives from Saturday’s defeat against Hearts in to the trip to Firhill.

    Speaking to the broadcast press this morning, the Englishman said: “I think we can take positives from the game on Saturday, but obviously we weren’t happy with the result because we felt like we could have gone there and beaten them.

    [pullquote]They’ll be ready for tomorrow after their defeat at the weekend so it’s going to be a tough game but we know what we need to do to beat them.[/pullquote]

    “It was a chance for a few of the boys coming in to the team, including myself, but I feel like there were some positives we can take in to Wednesday night’s game.”

    He added: “We can’t go [to Firhill] and think we’ll get a result like Kilmarnock did, it’s going to be a tough game, they’re down there and they’re trying to get out of there.

    “They’ll be ready for tomorrow after their defeat at the weekend so it’s going to be a tough game but we know what we need to do to beat them.”

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    Preview: Partick Thistle v Motherwell

    Motherwell return to Premiership action with a trip to face Partick Thistle on Wednesday night.

    Following Saturday’s 1-0 loss against Hearts, the Steelmen are on the road again for a third consecutive match and this time face bottom-placed Thistle.

    ‘Well head in to this one on the back of consecutive defeats, and Robinson’s side will be eager to get back to winning ways with a run of important games ahead.

    The Fir Park men currently sit 12 points ahead of the Jags but face a side who have won two of their last three home games after enduring a rocky start to the 2017/18 campaign.

    And for manager Stephen Robinson, it is imperative his side prepare well for an historically difficult trip to a ground where the Steelmen have won just once in the league since 1996.

    “I’ve watched Partick numerous times and they’re a good side so it surprises me where they are,” the Northern Irishman admitted.

    “We definitely have to be on our guard tomorrow night and make sure there isn’t a backlash from that result.

    “I have total respect for Alan Archibald and Scott Paterson and I’m sure they’ll turn it around, we just have to make sure it’s not against us.”

    With a number of key players missing through injury, Robinson will be relying on incoming players to see his side through an important spell ahead of Christmas.

    One such player who will have a big role to play is Russell Griffiths, who has been thrown back in to action following an injury to Trevor Carson.

    And the stopper, who is eyeing a return to winning ways for the club, is hungry to pull on the jersey and seize his opportunity in between the sticks.

    The Englishman said: “I think we can take positives from the game on Saturday, but obviously we weren’t happy with the result because we felt like we could have gone there and beaten them.

    “It was a chance for a few of the boys coming in to the team, including myself, but I feel like there were some positives we can take in to Wednesday night’s game.

    [pullquote]We can’t go [to Firhill] and think we’ll get a result like Kilmarnock did, it’s going to be a tough game, they’re down there and they’re trying to get out of there.[/pullquote]

    “They’ll be ready for tomorrow after their defeat at the weekend so it’s going to be a tough game but we know what we need to do to beat them.”

    Alan Archibald’s side will be keen to pick up some crucial points as the season rumbles towards the winter break.

    And with the Steelmen heading in to the second game of three in the space of a week, it’s going to be an interesting encounter in Glasgow tomorrow night.

    Partick Thistle V Motherwell

    Wednesday 13th December 2017
    7.45pm
    Firhill Stadium, Glasgow

    Cash turnstiles only

    Admission prices are as follows:

    ADULTS £22
    CONCESSION £15
    UNDER 16 £5
    • Concessions are over 65s or students with a valid matriculation card.
    • Motherwell fans who require ambulant or wheelchair access should contact Brian Davidson on 07725 917161.

    If you can’t make it tomorrow, don’t miss the action by tuning in to mixlr.com/motherwellfc for live commentary or follow the match on Twitter @MotherwellFC

    You can see the match highlights on MFC TV’s YouTube channel, as well as full reaction and a match report right here on the official website.

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    Robinson: We must be on our guard

    ‘Well boss Stephen Robinson admitted his side can’t allow Partick to turn around their fortunes as the Steelmen get ready for a trip to Firhill.

    Thistle currently sit bottom of the table, but Robinson insists his side must be on guard ahead of Wednesday night’s Ladbrokes Premiership clash.

    Speaking to the broadcast press, the Northern Irishman said: “I’ve watched Partick numerous times and they’re a good side so it surprises me where they are.

    [pullquote]I have total respect for [Alan Archibald] and [Scott Paterson] and I’m sure they’ll turn it around, we just have to make sure it’s not against us.[/pullquote]

    “We definitely have to be on our guard tomorrow night and make sure there isn’t a backlash from that result. I have total respect for Archie and Scott and I’m sure they’ll turn it around, we just have to make sure it’s not against us.”

    The Fir Park manager also addressed rumours surrounding the future of striker Louis Moult ahead of the January transfer window.

    He said: “Obviously there’s a lot of interest in Louis and we’ve spoke to clubs about Louis, they’ve had the respect to contact us, so that’s currently on-going.”

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    Bowman keen to keep repaying faith

    Ryan Bowman has had to show great determination in his year-and-a-half spell with Motherwell.

    The English forward completed a deadline day move from National League side Gateshead to the Scottish Premiership in the summer of 2016.

    But Ryan didn’t immediately make the strides that had seen him score on a regular basis in England, notching only two goals during a campaign that could have easily derailed the striker.

    Now he’s a changed man – and he says it is all down to his hard work and determination to make his stint in Scotland a success.

    “I had to meet and speak with the gaffer quite a lot over the summer because I knew there were other strikers coming in,” he said.

    “Because I didn’t have my best season last year, it was safe to say my place in the team was likely in doubt.

    [pullquote]But I wasn’t going to roll over and give up just like that. I wanted to prove that I deserved to be at a club like Motherwell and that I could make my move here work out for everyone.[/pullquote]

    Having already trebled his goal tally in claret and amber this term, it’s safe to say that Stephen Robinson and Ryan’s choices have certainly been vindicated.

    The forward now faces a different challenge over the coming weeks though, with news of Louis Moult’s injury meaning ‘Well’s number 12 is without his strike partner who, between them, have struck 20 goals in all competitions.

    “Losing Moulty to injury is a huge loss for us, everyone’s aware of that,” he said.

    “But we’ve shown this season that we’ve got quality all over the park as near enough every outfield player scored on our way to the Betfred Cup final.

    “We need more of that now, and with a lot of games coming up we know just how important it is to get back to winning ways and to try and find some momentum again.

    “I’ve improved my game in front of goal and I hope to continue that. While I want to do that for the club and for my own game, I also want to do it for the manager who has shown me he’s willing to believe in me.”

    The important meetings he had with Robinson didn’t come to an end after the summer window. They still happen regularly, as the Fir Park boss works hard to keep all of his players motivated and hard-working.

    In particular, Ryan found himself having a number of talks with the ‘Well boss following a high-profile collision with Rangers centre back Fabio Cardoso in the Betfred Cup semi final.

    “It was a lot to take to be honest,” the striker reflected. “After that moment there was a lot of people talking about me and looking at my style of play.

    “I’m not a malicious player but suddenly that’s how everyone viewed me and it started to affect my game a bit.

    “The gaffer told me that if I allowed that to be the case that I’d be a waste of space and that is the sort of thing that could knock you down even more if you let it.

    “But I’m not thinking about it like that, instead I’ve used that to motivate me and every day I try my best to make sure I work as hard as I can for the manager and the team.”

    With his sights now set on Partick Thistle on Wednesday night, the forward added: “After Saturday’s defeat to Hearts we’ve all had to regroup straight away to turn our attentions to the game mid-week.

    “It’s going to be another important match and we’re all confident, as well as determined, to get back to winning ways.”

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    Robertson in charge at Firhill

    Referee for Wednesday’s Ladbrokes Premiership match against Partick Thistle at Firhill is Don Robertson.

    The ref takes charge of his second ‘Well fixture of the season after officiating on three occasions in the 2016/17 campaign. 

    It will be his ninth ever Motherwell fixture during his stint as a senior official.

    The two fixtures he was in the middle for last season included two league defeats in which ‘Well failed to score a goal – a 3-0 loss to Inverness CT and a 2-0 defeat against Celtic at Parkhead.

    However, he was also in charge of the 3-0 Betfred Cup win over Stranraer back in July last year. Goals from Chris Cadden, Scott McDonald and Marvin Johnson secured three points in the group stage fixture.

    The 2015/16 season brought more success for the Steelmen in league fixtures overseen by Robertson.

    A 2-1 win over Aberdeen was preceded by a 2-1 loss against Dundee and a 1-1 draw against Ross County.

    The official takes charge of his third Thistle fixture this term after he was the man in the middle for the Glaswegian side’s 1-1 draw against Hearts back in September and their 2-1 League Cup win over Airdrieonians. 

    The referee has dished out 33 yellow cards this season and has shown one red – when St Johnstone skipper Steven Anderson was shown a second yellow in his sides 3-0 defeat to Rangers. 

    Don will be ably assisted by Michael Banks and Gary Hilland with Mike Roncone on fourth official duties.

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    Our schedule for the week ahead

    Motherwell Football Club is a busy place all week long, with community activities and great events going on as well as football matches.

    This is our schedule for the week ahead across the departments. For more information on anything listed, click the relevant links or call the club on 01698 333333.


    Monday

    Community

    Walking Football: Fir Park astro turf, 1-3pm

    Girls Development Centre: Fir Park astro turf, 3-5.30pm


    Tuesday

    Community

    Football Fans in Training: Fir Park astro turf, 11am-1pm


    Wednesday

    Football

    The first team are in Ladbrokes Premiership action away to Partick Thistle. Kick off is at 7.45pm. Cash turnstiles are in operation at Firhill.

    Concessions are over 65s or students with a valid matriculation card. Motherwell fans who require ambulant or wheelchair access should contact Brian Davidson on 07725 917161

    Admission prices are as follows:

    ADULTS £22
    CONCESSION £15
    UNDER 16 £5

     

    Community

    Girls Development Centre: Fir Park astro turf, 3-5.30pm

    Muir Street After School Club: Muir Street Primary School, 3-4pm

    Dalziel After School Club: Dalziel High School, 5-6pm

    Fir Park Mini Steelkids: Fir Park astro turf, 5-6pm

    Lanark Mini SteelkidsLanark Grammar School, 6-7pm

    Fir Park Football Development Centre: Fir Park astro turf, 6-7pm and 7-8pm

    Lanark Football Development Centre: Lanark Grammar School, 7-8pm


    Thursday

    Community

    Muir Street After School Club: Muir Street Primary School, 3-4pm

    Dalziel After School Club: Dalziel High School, 5-6pm


    Friday

    Community

    Bellshill Mini Steelkids: Sir Matt Busby Centre, 4-5pm

    Bellshill Football Development CentreSir Matt Busby Centre, 5-6pm

    Fir Park Mini Steelkids: Fir Park astro turf, 6-7pm


    Saturday

    Football

    The first team travel to face Kilmarnock. Kick off at Rugby Park is at 3pm. Tickets must be purchased from Fir Park in advance.

    Motherwell fans who require ambulant or wheelchair access should contact Brian Davidson on 07725 917161.

    Ticket prices are as follows:

    ADULTS £20
    STUDENT £15
    OVER 65 £15
    UNDER 21 £15
    UNDER 16 £5

     

    Events

    Our Christmas Party nights continue on Saturday. This weekend’s is completely sold out but if you’re looking for a venue to have your party, we still have availability on December 23. To book, click here to buy online or give the events team a call on 01698 333333.

    Community

    Fir Park Mini Steelkids: Fir Park astro turf, 9-10am and 10-11am

    Saturday Club, Fir Park astro turf, 12-1pm and 1-2pm


    Sunday

    No events planned.