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  • First team

    Aldred hails ‘Well’s will to win

  • First team

    Ticket information for Hearts cup tie

  • First team

    Preview: Motherwell v Kilmarnock

  • Reserves & Under 18s

    Stranraer Youth Cup game arranged

  • First team

    Cadden proud to hit 100-game mark

  • First team

    Robinson: Another important game

  • First team

    Sunday date for Hearts cup game

  • First team

    Get your tickets for Kilmarnock clash

  • Reserves & Under 18s

    Under 20s game with Celtic postponed

  • Women

    Ladies kick off with a win at Killie

  • First team

    Aldred hails ‘Well’s will to win

    Few will have expected January signing Tom Aldred to have hit the ground running as easily as he has.

    But for ‘Well’s number 19, who is back in Scotland for a second stint, he is feeling settled in his new surroundings at Fir Park.

    “I’m loving it here,” said the January recruit from Bury. “I knew I’d made the right decision after just a few days.

    “The manager, the staff and all the lads are brilliant, it’s just an easy place to feel settled.”

    With the suspension and injury to Peter Hartley, Tom’s arrival could not have come at a better time for manager Stephen Robinson.

    Without the ever-present Hartley, Robinson would be without one of his most important players.

    But 27-year-old Aldred has arrived in Lanarkshire and slotted in alongside Cédric Kipré and Charles Dunne in the Fir Parkers’ back three.

    And in his seven appearances, the defender has kept an impressive four clean sheets.

    “It’s always great for a defender to keep a clean sheet, but it’s just an added bonus because the main thing is to get three points, because that’s the main thing of course.

    “We’ve got a big game coming up against Kilmarnock, and it’s important for a number of reasons.

    “Firstly, to try and put some points between ourselves and Killie. If we can manage to do that it puts us in a strong position for cementing ourselves a place in the top six.

    [pullquote]But on top of that, and most importantly in my opinion, it keeps our winning run going and that can play a huge part.[/pullquote]

    “With some important league games and a big quarter final in the Scottish Cup, we need to make sure we head in to every game on the back of a good performance and a good result.

    Aldred may not be a stranger to the Scottish league, but he believes his second stint north of the border is one he is ready to grab with both hands.

    The central defender, who has signed on loan at Motherwell until the end of the 2017/18 season, had a short spell in the Scottish Premiership earlier in his career with Inverness CT.

    Having also represented the country at youth level, the 27-year-old wasn’t going to pass up the chance to move to Fir Park when the chance arose.

    “Playing in the Scottish Premiership was something I was really interested in. I’m familiar with Scotland. My mum’s side of the family are Scottish and I’ve visited up here a few times.

    “So I’m really glad to be in Scotland, and here with Motherwell. And after the brilliant cup run earlier this season, it’s brilliant to be a part of the group now that we’re on the brink of another return to Hampden.

    “If we can go out there against Hearts and play to our best, we have a real, real chance.”

    Settling in was never going to be a problem for Tom, who says he gets on well with the boys in the dressing room.

    “I knew a few of the boys before I got here as I’ve played with some of them, and against some off them too, down in England.”

    Joining up with a side who were performing well in the first half of the season could present a difficult challenge for a player. But Tom thrives from competition.

    “Wherever you go now, there’s competition for places,” he said. “Anywhere you go at any team, at any level. The more competition, the best it brings out in yourself.

    “I was really looking forward to getting my head down, working hard and being the best I can be for the football club and I’m grateful to the manager for giving me the chance.

    “Things got off to a good start for us this year. To keep two clean sheets in the first two games was obviously a good start, but it’s only the start, so it was something to build on and go on from there.

    “We’re on the back of two clean sheets again so it would be nice to stretch that to three games today.”

    Stephen Robinson has built a strong, well-drilled side at Fir Park and Tom admits he greatly admires the work done at Motherwell.

    “The manager is so organised and tactically astute. As a defender it’s brilliant and he’s a fantastic manager to work for.

    “Everyone in the team knows their job, sticks to it and, most importantly, works for each other and for the manager.

    “We have such a drive and desire to win. That, in my opinion, is something that you don’t always get in such abundance in one dressing room.

    “Hopefully we can go out there today and do our best from the first whistle, and get that all important win.”

  • First team

    Ticket information for Hearts cup tie

    Ticket prices for our William Hill Scottish Cup quarter final against Hearts have been confirmed.

    Following agreement with our opponents, tickets for the match at Fir Park will cost £18 for adults.

    A special family ticket will also be on sale. One adult can take two children aged 15 and under for £30.

    Concession tickets are £12 for the big match, with those aged 15 and under getting in for £8.

    Concession rates apply to those aged 60 and over, 16-18 year olds and full time students with a valid matriculation card.

    If you have a season ticket, your normal seat has been reserved for you to purchase.

    Tickets for Motherwell fans will be on sale from Saturday, February 17. To buy, visit the ticket office at Fir Park or call 01698 333333 (Monday to Friday only).

    Want to watch the match in style?

    Our hospitality package for the match will cost £50 for season ticket holders and £55 for non-season ticket holders.

    Included in the price is:

    • A two course meal served in the Centenary Suite
    • Half time refreshments
    • Pay bar
    • Match ticket

    To book, call the hospitality and events team on 01698 333333 or email hospitality@motherwellfc.co.uk.

  • First team

    Preview: Motherwell v Kilmarnock

    There may still be 12 games remaining in the Ladbrokes Premiership, but there is an air of anticipation surrounding Saturday’s clash with Kilmarnock.

    With the two sides currently level on 32 points, and with the same goal difference, ‘Well have the chance to put three points between themselves and their nearest competitors for a top six spot.

    Add to that the fact that both sides have only tasted defeat once since the turn of the year, Saturday’s clash pits two in form sides against one another at Fir Park.

    Stephen Robinson, who knows that Kilmarnock will be tough opponents, is hopeful of seeing his side maintain their strong run of form.

    The ‘Well boss believes that three points could not only stretch the club away from any potential relegation worries, but could present the ‘Well with real top six aspirations.

    In Kilmarnock though, Robinson admits his side come up against a side brimming with confidence and in fine form.

    “I was at Kilmarnock’s game against Dundee and it was a good game, an exciting game and Killie have been on a fantastic run,” the manager said.

    “But so have we. We’ve won four, drawn two and lost just once since the break, so we’ve been quietly doing it whilst other sides have maybe got plaudits.

    “That’s fine though,” he added. “We did the same in the first half of the season and we don’t mind doing that – picking up results and people not making too much of it.”

    Whilst this fixture presents the chance to extend that hold on the top six, Kilmarnock also have a couple of games in hand, so Robinson isn’t getting too carried away.

    “My first priority is to stay in the division,” the Northern Irishman said. “So this is the potential of another three points and making sure that’s a reality.

    “We’re looking forward to it, Killie are on a good run and Steve Clarke’s done a good job there, a really, really good job.”

    [pullquote]Obviously we can look up the way too because it will be a big game in the battle for the top six and keeping our run going.[/pullquote]

    The manager addressed team news ahead of the Premiership encounter too, revealing the extent of Peter Hartley’s injury lay-off.

    He said: “Peter won’t require surgery but he will be out for a minimum of two months. He has a problem with his foot that was rather innocuous when he was jogging in training.”

    Motherwell will also be without Cédric Kipré, who is out through suspension, accumulated by yellow cards.

    One man who will be fit, and will be hugely important for the Fir Park side, is Chris Cadden.

    His start against Dundee in the William Hill Scottish Cup last weekend took the player to the 100-game milestone in claret and amber. A huge achievement for such a young player.

    “It was a brilliant feeling,” the 21-year-old said of making the milestone. “To play 100 games is a brilliant achievement for me. It was a really proud day for me and my family.

    “When I came in, I took each game as it came. The gaffer has trusted me, which I’ve appreciated.

    “Both Mark McGhee and Stephen Robinson have trusted me and hopefully I’ve repaid that trust.”

    Across his 100 games, Cadden has seen it all. From scrapping against relegation at the wrong end of the table, to reaching the Betfred Cup final.

    The team’s form took a minor dip after that appearance at Hampden Park but the squad have returned energised from the winter break, and a bonding trip to Spain.

    “At Motherwell, we are going to have peaks and troughs,” he said. “It’s not always going to be plain sailing or going for second in the league all the time.

    “We are going to have that wee dip. But we’ve come back from it. Having the winter break, the trip to Tenerife done us the world of good and we’ve come back strong.”

    Motherwell v Kilmarnock

    Saturday 17th February 2018
    3.00pm
    Fir Park
    Tickets on sale from the Fir Park ticket office or pay at the gate.

    Admission prices are as follows:

    ADULTS £23/£19
    CONCESSIONS £16/£15
    JUVENILES £12/£9
    FAMILY (1 ADULT + 1 JUNIOR) £29/£24
    • Cheaper price is for the John Hunter stand.
    • Concessions are applicable to 60 and over and full time students with a valid matriculation card.
    • Juveniles are applicable to aged 15 and under.
    • Away fans will be housed in the McEwan Fraser Legal south stand. Cash gates are in operation.

    If you can’t make it along, 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.

     

     

    The Cooper Bar is open for both sets of supporters to enjoy pre-match food and drink from 11am. Children are welcome.

    Nadir Çiftçi and Gael Bigirimana will also be in the bar from 12.45pm in the Signing Zone. Come along and get your photograph taken and get an autograph.

  • Reserves & Under 18s

    Stranraer Youth Cup game arranged

    Motherwell’s match with Stranraer in the Scottish FA Youth Cup will take place on Sunday, February 17.

    The long-awaited fourth round tie will be played at Townhead Park in Cumnock. Kick off is at 1.15pm.

    The winners of the fixture will progress to face Kilmarnock in the fifth round of the 2017/18 competition.

  • First team

    Cadden proud to hit 100-game mark

    Chris Cadden’s dream as a youngster was to be able to make just one appearance in a Motherwell shirt at Fir Park.

    His start against Dundee in the William Hill Scottish Cup last weekend took the player to the 100-game milestone, an achievement he’s rightly proud of.

    “It was a brilliant feeling,” the 21-year-old said of making the milestone. “To play 100 games is a brilliant achievement for me. It was a really proud day for me and my family.

    “When I came in, I took each game as it came. The gaffer has trusted me, which I’ve appreciated.

    [pullquote]Both Mark McGhee and Stephen Robinson have trusted me and hopefully I’ve repaid that trust.”[/pullquote]

    Across his 100 games, Cadden has seen it all. From scrapping against relegation at the wrong end of the table, to reaching the Betfred Cup final.

    The team’s form took a minor dip after that appearance at Hampden Park but the squad have returned energised from the winter break, and a bonding trip to Spain.

    “At Motherwell, we are going to have peaks and troughs,” he said. “It’s not always going to be plain sailing or going for second in the league all the time.

    “We are going to have that wee dip. But we’ve come back from it. Having the winter break, the trip to Tenerife done us the world of good we’ve come back strong.”

  • First team

    Robinson: Another important game

    Stephen Robinson believes Saturday’s clash with Kilmarnock is a big game for a number of reasons.

    The ‘Well boss admits that three points could not only stretch the club away from any potential relegation worries, but could present the ‘Well with real top six aspirations.

    In Kilmarnock though, Robinson’s side come up against tough opposition.

    “I was at Kilmarnock’s game against Dundee and it was a good game, an exciting game and Killie have been on a fantastic run,” the manager said.

    [pullquote]But so have we. We’ve won four, drawn two and lost just once since the break, so we’ve been quietly doing it whilst other sides have maybe got plaudits.[/pullquote]

    “That’s fine though,” he added. “We did the same in the first half of the season and we don’t mind doing that – picking up results and people not making too much of it.”

    With Motherwell and Kilmarnock level on points and with the same goal difference, the Steelmen only find themselves ahead of Killie due to goals scored.

    And the manager is aware that Saturday is a big match.

    “My first priority is to stay in the division,” the Northern Irishman said. “So this is the potential of another three points and making sure that’s a reality.

    [pullquote]Obviously we can look up the way too because it will be a big game in the battle for the top six and keeping our run going.[/pullquote]

    “We’re looking forward to it, Killie are on a good run and Steve Clarke’s done a good job there, a really, really good job.”

    The manager addressed team news ahead of the Premiership encounter, revealing the extent of Peter Hartley’s injury lay-off.

    He said: “Peter won’t require surgery but he will be out for a minimum of two months. He has a problem with his foot that was rather innocuous when he was jogging in training.”

  • First team

    Sunday date for Hearts cup game

    Motherwell’s match against Hearts in the quarter finals of the William Hill Scottish Cup will be played on Sunday, March 4.

    The fixture will be broadcast live on BBC Scotland and will kick off at 2.15pm.

    Ticket information will be announced shortly.

    Motherwell have already defeated Ladbrokes Premiership sides Hamilton Academical and Dundee to reach the last eight in the 2017/18 competition.

  • First team

    Get your tickets for Kilmarnock clash

    Motherwell return to Ladbrokes Premiership action on Saturday against Kilmarnock.

    Both sides are fighting it out for a place in the top six in the division, as the season races towards the split.

    Stephen Robinson’s side are in fine form so far in 2018, losing just one of their seven matches in the new year and have won three of their last four matches at Fir Park.

    Adult tickets start at just £19 and one adult can bring along a child for just an extra £5 in the John Hunter stand.

    To get your ticket, come along to the Fir Park ticket office between 9am and 5pm, call 01698 333333 or pay at the gate on the day.

    ADULTS £23/£19
    CONCESSIONS £16/£15
    JUVENILES £12/£9
    FAMILY (1 ADULT + 1 JUNIOR) £29/£24

    The cheaper price is for the John Hunter stand. Concessions are applicable to 60 and over and full time students with a valid matriculation card. Juveniles are applicable to aged 15 and under.

    Away fans will be housed in the McEwan Fraser Legal South Stand. Cash gates are in operation.

    Motherwell fans who require ambulant or wheelchair access should contact Brian Davidson on 07428 225254 or tickets@mfcdsa.com. Fans must contact Brian by Wednesday night before the match.

    Great hospitality offers

    Want to watch the game in a bit more style? We’ve still got limited availability in our Millennium Suite and our McEwan Fraser Legal South Stand boxes.

    Our Millennium Suite package includes:

    • Complimentary drinks one hour before and after the game
    • Light snacks on arrival and prior to kick-off
    • Complimentary matchday programmes and team-sheets
    • Your own designated seat in the directors box
    • Half-time refreshments

    Our McEwan Fraser South Stand boxes package includes:

    • Hot one-course buffet served with complimentary drinks
    • Padded seat within the box with excellent view
    • Matchday Programme and teamsheet
    • Half-time pies or sandwiches
    • One hour complimentary drinks at full time

    To book, call our commercial team on 01698 333333 or email hospitality@motherwellfc.co.uk.

  • Reserves & Under 18s

    Under 20s game with Celtic postponed

    Motherwell Under 20s’ match with Celtic in the SPFL Development League on Monday night has been postponed.

    The match was due to be played at Cappielow Park in Greenock.

    The young Steelmen have won both of their league matches so far in 2018, overcoming Aberdeen and Falkirk in recent weeks.

    News on a rearranged date will be announced in due course.

  • Women

    Ladies kick off with a win at Killie

    Motherwell Ladies kicked off the season with a hard-fought 2-1 win over Kilmarnock at Rugby Park.

    The women of steel, under the guidance of Eddie Wolecki Black for the first time in a competitive fixture, showed their mettle by scoring the winning goal in the dying minutes of the match.

    ‘Well had got themselves ahead courtesy of an own goal. A delightful free kick from Emma Black was headed into her own net by the unfortunate Kilmarnock defender, under heavy pressure from Sammy Hare.

    The claret and amber women had the ball in the net again soon after, only for the assistant’s flag to chalk it off for offside.

    Both teams had half chances, but the first half would end with the visitors narrowly ahead at a freezing cold Rugby Park.

    Former Scotland striker Suzanne Mulvey was proving a handful for the home defenders and she brought about an excellent save from keeper Morgan Hunter, turning a low strike around the left-hand post for a corner.

    Northern Ireland International Kerry Montgomery went close again soon after, but was again denied by Hunter who was having an excellent afternoon in the Killie goal.

    With those chances gone, the inevitable happened when Kilmarnock got themselves on level terms. Sara Paterson sending a free kick into the back of the net with just 18 minutes left to play.

    And it looked as if it was going to stay that way until, with just minutes left on the clock, Hayley Cunningham’s free kick hit a body en route and ended up past Hunter and in the net, securing all three points and a win in the first game of the new Motherwell era.

    Motherwell: Johnstone, Nicholson, Knox, Condie, McLaughlin, Montgomery, Hare, Cunningham, Mulvey, Black, Johnston (Russell 74)

    Motherwell subs: Rhind, Dalziel, Kerr, Reside, Goodwin, Canavan