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  • Reserves & Under 18s

    IRN-BRU Cup draw on Tuesday

  • Women

    Jennow delighted with semi final win

  • Women

    ‘Well book historic Scottish Cup final spot

  • Reserves & Under 18s

    Watch highlights from the win over Sligo Rovers

  • Reserves & Under 18s

    Players react to third round win

  • Reserves & Under 18s

    Craigan proud of Colts

  • Reserves & Under 18s

    Motherwell Colts 2 – 0 Sligo Rovers

  • Reserves & Under 18s

    Players look ahead to Sligo Rovers clash

  • Reserves & Under 18s

    Previewing Motherwell Colts v Sligo Rovers

  • Reserves & Under 18s

    In Numbers: Colts look to make history

  • Reserves & Under 18s

    IRN-BRU Cup draw on Tuesday

    IRN-BRU Cup draw on Tuesday

    After overcoming Sligo Rovers at the weekend, Motherwell’s Colts side are in the hat for the IRN-BRU Cup quarter-final draw on Tuesday.

    The young Steelmen will be joined by five fellow Scottish clubs in the draw, as well as representatives from the Republic of Ireland and Wales. The draw will take place at 1pm.

    Alloa Athletic, East Fife, Edinburgh City, Queen’s Park and Ross County are in the hat, as well as Dublin-based Bohemians and Welsh club Connah’s Quay Nomads.

  • Women

    Jennow delighted with semi final win

    Donald Jennow was thrilled after seeing his side overcome SWPL 1 side Spartans to reach the final of the SSE Scottish Women’s Cup.

    Second half goals from Kerry Montgomery and Caitlin Russell earned the women of steel a 3-1 victory after Tegan Reynolds had cancelled out Megan Burns’ first half opener.

    ‘Well will now face holders Hibernian at Firhill on 4 November in an attempt to complete a league and cup double.

    “We were massive underdogs coming into the game and Spartans were in great form too,” Jennow said. “It was going to be a massive challenge for us, but every one of our players stood up and overcame that challenge.

    “I wasn’t concerned when their equaliser went in, it’s something that happens in football and you just have to show the character and resolve to deal with it.

    “When we scored our third with only a little time left there was a bit of relief and we were able to see the game out from there.”

    Jennow’s side will now turn their focus back to the league and their final two fixtures of what has been an incredible season.

    The ‘Well gaffer is excited at what lies ahead and insists his squad are up for the challenge of coming up against the cup holders and SWPL1 tile contenders.

    “We were relishing the challenge of facing Spartans and we relish the challenge even more to play Hibs in the final,” Jennow added. “It’ll be a huge game and a massive test, they are competing for the SWPL1 title and have won the cup in the last two seasons.

    “They have very good players, but so do we.

    “I’m delighted for the players and everyone at the club to have reached the final, it’ll be a great occasion.
    “We had a great support today and hopefully we can have even more ‘Well fans along for the final in three weeks’ time.”

  • Women

    ‘Well book historic Scottish Cup final spot

    ‘Well book historic Scottish Cup final spot

    Motherwell will take on Hibernian in the final of the SSE Scottish Women’s Cup after a fantastic 3-1 victory over Spartans at Forthbank.

    130-times capped midfielder Megan Burns headed the women of steel ahead after 15 minutes before Spartans’ Tegan Reynolds blasted home from close range to level the scores.

    The influential Kerry Montgomery restored Motherwell’s lead early in the second half, before Caitlin Russell came off the bench to notch the final goal of the game.

    ‘Well headed into the game as underdogs against their SWPL1 opponents, but the early stages demonstrated a much closer encounter was on the cards than some may have anticipated.

    There were little chances of note before the opening goal arrived after 15 minutes, Burns rising to meet Kirsty McLaughlin’s corner and her header struck Dion McMahon before spinning over the head of Rachel Harrison and into the net.

    After falling behind, Spartans responded well, and Reynolds passed up a good opportunity before getting on the scoresheet, coolly converting Elena Santoyo-Brown’s cross beyond Kendall Welsh.

    Having lost their lead, Motherwell managed to regain a foothold on the game and there were chances for Sammy Hare and Hayley Cunningham as the first half ended.

    At the other end, the creative spark of Santoyo-Brown was causing problems for the Motherwell backline and Reynolds was showing a desire to add to her tally.

    The second half began perfectly poised and Donald Jennow’s side were facing the biggest 45 minutes of their season.

    They made the perfect start when McLaughlin’s corner found Montgomery, who after seeing her first header blocked, reacted quickest to steer the ball home and put ‘Well in front.

    Suzanne Mulvey shot wide of the target before Spartans almost levelled for a second time when Stephanie Briggs’ header beat Welsh but not the crossbar.

    Russell replaced Montgomery and debutant Katey Turner came on for Hare as Jennow looked to add some fresh legs into his hard-working side and it proved to be a masterstroke by the ‘Well boss.

    Turner did brilliantly to cross for Russell and the winger made no mistake in heading home from close range.

    Russell’s delight was clear for all to see and she was mobbed by her teammates after scoring the goal that all but secured a place in the final.

    Spartans continued to battle to find a way back into the game, but the solid Motherwell backline, including Emma Black, Lesley Condie, Maxine Welsh and Ashley Nicolson, refused to be breached and the final whistle sparked more scenes of celebration among the players, staff and supporters.

    Having already lifted the SWPL2 championship, the team will now set their sights on securing a quite incredible double when they face Hibs at Firhill on Sunday, November 4.

    Images: Ben Kearney

  • Reserves & Under 18s

    Watch highlights from the win over Sligo Rovers

    Jake Hastie and Christian Mbulu found the net in a 2-0 win for Stephen Craigan’s Colts in the IRN-BRU Cup.

    The young Steelmen put their Irish opponents to the sword to reach the quarter-finals of the competition.

  • Reserves & Under 18s

    Players react to third round win

    Christian Mbulu, Barry Maguire and James Scott reflect on an impressive 2-0 victory over Sligo Rovers. 

    The youngsters display secured passage to the last eight of the Irn-Bru Cup, becoming the first Colts side to do so.

    Mbulu said: “I think it was a good performance. We started the game well and got the first goal at a crucial time.”

  • Reserves & Under 18s

    Craigan proud of Colts

    Stephen Craigan was proud to see his youngsters put in an assured display and progress to the quarter final of the Irn-Bru Cup. 

    The Northern Irishman and his players made history by becoming the first Colts side to make it to the last eight, thanks to a convincing 2-0 victory over Irish outfit Sligo Rovers.

    Craigan said: “The boys showed maturity today and there are loads of positives. I’m nothing but proud.”

  • Reserves & Under 18s

    Motherwell Colts 2 – 0 Sligo Rovers

    Motherwell Colts 2 – 0 Sligo Rovers

    Motherwell produced a history-making performance to be the first Colts side to reach the quarter finals of the Irn-Bru Cup.

    Goals in either half secured a 2-0 victory over Irish outfit Sligo Rovers, during a convincing afternoon for Stephen Craigan’s side.

    And it was a very bright start for the youngsters at Fir Park, taking the lead after just 12 minutes.

    Darting in to the box from the left flank, Jake Hastie fired home from a tight angle, courtesy of a deflection.

    The young Steelmen continued their strong start, playing some neat football against their Irish opposition.

    Kyle MacDonald nearly rounded off a nice spell of possession with a rasping finish, but it strike the side of the net.

    Before long, the visitors started growing in to the game, with Rhys McCabe at the heart of things.

    The midfielder tried his luck from distance on three occasions in quick succession, the first rising over the bar before Rohan Ferguson produced two fine saves on a sloppy surface to keep Craigan’s side in front.

    A brief stop at the start of the second half forced Sligo in to their second change after making one at the interval, with Patrick McClean being forced off through injury and being replaced by Seamus Sharkey.

    And Craigan’s side turned the screw as they started to control the fixture.

    It should have been 2-0 when Broque Watson found plenty of space and time at the end of a swift counter-attacking move, but he opted for a first time shot which was tame and straight at McGinty in the Rovers goal.

    Before long though, it was 2-0 and it certainly arrived in style. Christian Mbulu, brining the ball under control just inside the Sligo box, showed neat footwork before thundering a stunning effort in to the top corner with the outside of his right boot.

    From then until the final whistle, the youngsters produced a mature performance to hold on to the clean sheet and make it to the last eight of the tournament.

  • Reserves & Under 18s

    Players look ahead to Sligo Rovers clash

    Rohan Ferguson, Adam Livingstone and Neil McLaughlin look ahead to Saturday’s clash with Sligo Rovers.

    The youngsters have a chance of being part of the first Colts side to make it to the quarter final of the Irn-Bru Cup, with St Mirren the only other side remaining in the competition.

    And there’s certainly been a buzz around the club this week. Adam Livingstone said: “There’s a lift among the squad, training has been even better this week and it just feels different from a normal game.”

     

  • Reserves & Under 18s

    Previewing Motherwell Colts v Sligo Rovers

    Previewing Motherwell Colts v Sligo Rovers

    Sligo Rovers are the visitors to Fir Park on Saturday, as Motherwell look to becoming the first ever Colts side to win a spot in the IRN-BRU Cup Quarter Final.

    Here’s everything you need to know ahead of the match.

    Head to head

    Motherwell have never faced SSE Airtricity League Premier Division side Sligo Rovers in a competitive fixture.

    However, the teams did square off in a pre-season friendly in July of 2015. Dom Thomas and a late Wes Fletcher goal gave Ian Baraclough’s ‘Well a win ahead of the 15/16 campaign.

    The story so far

    Motherwell ran out comfortable 3-0 winners over East Stirlingshire at the Falkirk Stadium before edging out fellow Colts side Dundee 2-1 at Dens Park.

    Sligo booked their spot in the third round with a 4-1 win over Livingston Colts at the Showgrounds.

    Elsewhere in the competition

    The action gets under way on Friday evening when League 1 leaders Arbroath host League 2 pacesetters Edinburgh City at Gayfield.

    There are seven matches on Saturday, including an all-Championship encounter between Dunfermline Athletic and Alloa Athletic at East End Park.

    Ross County, second in the Championship, face Montrose at the Global Energy Stadium while in-form East Fife welcome Queen of the South to the Locality Hub Bayview Stadium.

    There are two all-non SPFL ties – Dublin-based Bohemians play National League Sutton United at Dalymount Park and Welsh side Connah’s Quay Nomads are at home to Coleraine of Northern Ireland.

    The quarter-final draw takes place at The Hub in Edinburgh next Tuesday, October 16, at 1.00pm, with ties to be played on the weekend of November 17/18.

    Ticket information

    Motherwell fans can reserve their tickets online up until 10pm on Friday 12th through our ticketing website then collect them from the Ticket Office on matchday. Those that do will be in with a chance of winning of a year’s supply of Irn Bru.

    Both sets of fans can pay at the turnstiles on the day of the match. Adult tickets are just £8, concessions £4 and kids aged under 15 is just £2.

    Sligo supporters will be situated in the first two sections of the John Hunter stand, nearest to the Cooper Stand. Sligo fans should enter via the Cooper Stand turnstiles 7 & 8, where they will be directed to their section.

    Motherwell fans should enter via John Hunter Stand turnstiles 1-5 as usual, all turnstiles will take either cash or pre-ordered tickets. The barcode readers will not be in use for this match.

    Pre-match

    Our Cooper Bar is open from 11am in the Davie Cooper stand, offering food and drinks to supporters of both teams.

    Team news

    Defender Shaun Bowers will miss out with an injury and the game will come too quick for young striker Cole Starrs, who is close to making a return from a cruciate ligament injury.

    Sligo will have to do without former Hamilton Accies man Lee Lynch who is ill and will miss out. Defender Gary Boylan has an ACL injury and will miss the rest of the campaign for the Bit o’ Red.

  • Reserves & Under 18s

    In Numbers: Colts look to make history

    In Numbers: Colts look to make history

    IRN-BRU Cup action returns to Fir Park this Saturday when Sligo Rovers take on Motherwell Colts in the third round of the competition.

    Here’s the game previewed in numbers.

    Three

    The number of Colts teams who have made it to the third round of the competition since the new Challenge Cup format came into being back in 2016/2017.

    Celtic did it in the first year, beating both Annan Athletic and Cowdenbeath before eventually being eliminated by Livingston at Almondvale.

    This season, St Mirren have joined ‘Well at this stage following wins over Kilmarnock and Hamilton Accies Colts. Saints now face Queens Park at home on Saturday for a place in the last sixteen.

    Six

    The number of youngsters in Stephen Craigan’s squad who have first team experience under Stephen Robinson.

    Adam Livingstone, Barry Maguire, David Turnbull, Jake Hastie, Liam Brown and James Scott have all featured in the first team having impressed with the reserves.

    There are other waiting patiently in the wings too, with the likes of Kyle MacDonald and Jamie Semple continuing to put in strong performances, to name a few.

    ’81

    Craigan’s youngsters go up against experienced first team opposition in Sligo Rovers, with 36-year-old Raffaele Cretaro the most experienced in the Irish outfit.

    The ’81-born forward is partnered by some other players with experience on their side, including 28-year-old Seamus Sharkey and 26-year-old Rhys McCabe.

    However, the Bit o’ Red also have some exciting youngsters, including 18-year-old’s John Mahon and Darren Collins.