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  • First team

    Elliott Frear eager to get back to action

  • First team

    Watch a live stream of Motherwell v Ross County

  • First team

    In Numbers: ‘Well host Ross County

  • First team

    Need to Know: A look at Ross County

  • First team

    Setting the scene on Ross County

  • Club

    Thanks to our partners for Tenerife trip

  • Reserves & Under 18s

    Stephen McManus leaves for Celtic

  • First team

    Allan Campbell ready to push on again

  • First team

    Richard Tait sees growth in squad’s confidence

  • First team

    Manager hails benefits of Tenerife trip

  • First team

    Elliott Frear eager to get back to action

    Elliott Frear says he’s determined to build on his performance, as well as the result, gained against Hamilton last month.

  • First team

    Watch a live stream of Motherwell v Ross County

    Watch a live stream of Motherwell v Ross County

    Motherwell return to action against Ross County on Saturday, and you can watch the game live online.

    Subscribers to our streaming service who live outside of the UK and Ireland can see the William Hill Scottish Cup match direct from Fir Park on Saturday, 19 January. Kick off is at 3pm GMT.

    To sign up for our service, just head to tv.motherwellfc.co.uk and choose your package. Subscriptions to see live games start at just £12 a month.

    If you’re in the UK or Ireland but can’t make the game, there’s also live audio commentary available on our service. Our domestic subscriptions cost £6 a month and also get you full game replays.

    Saturday’s cup clash is the first of three live games available across January, with our Ladbrokes Premiership matches with Hibernian and Dundee also on air outside of the UK and Ireland.

  • First team

    In Numbers: ‘Well host Ross County

    In Numbers: ‘Well host Ross County

    Domestic football is back after the winter break, and the Steelmen get started for the new year with a Scottish Cup clash at Fir Park.

    Championship side Ross County are the opponents for Stephen Robinson’s side, who have been boosted by an encouraging January transfer window so far.

    Here, we take a look at the game in numbers.

    35

    No side has scored more goals in the Championship than Ross County, and it is no surprise that the Staggies sit top of the table as a result.

    The club have failed to score in their last two games though, and have lost both.

    They’ll be hungry to turn their fortunes around in the fourth round of the Scottish Cup this weekend.

    44

    Motherwell fans will be excited at the chance of seeing January signing Ross McCormack in action.

    But with the striker still working his way towards full match sharpness, this weekend’s clash may arrive just too soon.

    It won’t stop the Fir Park faithful getting excited about the club’s number 44 making his return though.

    63

    Despite the fact Ross County were relegated last season, it has only been 63 days since they were last at Fir Park.

    But that was for a clash against Motherwell Colts in the Irn-Bru Cup, where the Northern outfit left 2-1 victors.

  • First team

    Need to Know: A look at Ross County

    Need to Know: A look at Ross County

    Scottish Cup football is back, and Ross County lay in wait for the Steelmen in the first game of 2019.

    The Championship side travel to Fir Park on the back of consecutive defeats, but won’t be short of motivation for the fourth round clash.

    Championship leaders

    Steven Ferguson and Stuart Kettlewell have led their side on a revival of sorts in the first half of the 2018/19 campaign.

    After suffering relegation, the Staggies have enjoyed a scintillating six months or so and now sit top of the Championship after 21 games.

    However, it’s a tight league this term, with Ayr and Dundee United hot on the Highlanders tails.

    Premiership experience

    Having been in the top flight just a matter of months ago, County are no strangers to opposition like Motherwell.

    A number of their first team players have valuable Premiership experience, with the Dingwall outfit themselves or with other clubs.

    Don Cowie spent a number of seasons at Hearts, Liam Fontaine arrived from Hibs, whilst players like Marcus Fraser and Michael Gardyne have been at the club for a number of years.

    Another shot at glory

    The Staggies made it to the Scottish Cup final in 2010, but fell narrowly short as Dundee United went on to lift the famous old trophy.

    Every season that rolls around presents another opportunity for the club to go one step further, and they’ll be desperate to do just that.

    They are no strangers to lifting silverware though, having won the League Cup in 2016.

  • First team

    Setting the scene on Ross County

    Setting the scene on Ross County

    Motherwell return to competitive action on Saturday as Ross County visit in the William Hill Scottish Cup.

    Here’s an early look ahead to the match.

    Form guide

    Motherwell ended 2018 with a morale-boosting win over rivals Hamilton Academical, with Tom Aldred netting a double to secure the bragging rights going into the winter break.

    Ross County, meanwhile, have continued action in the Ladbrokes Championship. Their last two games, both away from home, have seen them lose 1-0 to Greenock Morton and 4-0 to Queen of the South. Prior to that, they won two on home turf against Partick Thistle and Inverness CT.

    Head to head

    The Staggies faced the Steelmen five times in the 2017/18 campaign, four times in the Premiership and once in the Betfred Cup.

    Motherwell won three, two of which were at Fir Park. County won one, while there was also one draw.

    Secure your seat early

    Season ticket holders can guarantee their seat if they buy in advance. Your seat is being held for you until 9am on the day of the game. Tickets will automatically be loaded onto your season card when purchased.

    All fans can buy their tickets in advance online right now.

    A cash gate will also be in operation. Kick off is at 3pm.

    Adult £15
    Over 60s / Under 18s / Students £10
    15 and under £5

    Fans who require ambulant or wheelchair access should contact Andy Sim on 07428 225254 or email tickets@mfcdsa.com.

  • Club

    Thanks to our partners for Tenerife trip

    Thanks to our partners for Tenerife trip

    Our trip to Tenerife in the winter break again went brilliantly well thanks to Soccer Experience and the Baobab Suites.

    For the second year in a row, our team benefitted from warm weather training in Adeje.

    Our time there was a catalyst for the run that took us to the Scottish Cup final in 2018, and we’re hopeful we can experience a similar run of form as a direct benefit of the time away.

  • Reserves & Under 18s

    Stephen McManus leaves for Celtic

    Stephen McManus leaves for Celtic

    Stephen McManus has left Motherwell to become the new Under 18s coach at Celtic.

    The former defender departs after a five-and-a-half year spell with the club, which saw him serve both as a player and youth coach.

    “While it is unfortunate and coincidental timing to lose both Stephen McManus and Stephen Craigan in quick succession, our ongoing review of our player progression pathway at the club is continuing,” chief executive Alan Burrows said.

    “Steven Hammell and David Clarkson are assisting with the squads in the interim, giving us the opportunity to conclude a thorough interview process for both vacant roles.

    “It is due to the nature of our success at this club that our players and staff occasionally depart, having been sought out by other clubs. That is testament to the work we put in and the opportunities provided to the likes of Stephen over the years.

    “We hope to appoint replacements for both positions in the very near future. Steven Hammell and David Clarkson’s involvement ensures continuity in our day-to-day work in the meantime.”

    Speaking of his departure, McManus said: “It was a difficult decision to leave Motherwell after five great years.

    “From day one back in 2013, it has been an honour to work and represent the club. The opportunity given to me to move into coaching, after deciding to retire from playing, is one I will forever be grateful for.

    “I’d also like to thank everyone at the club for their support and understanding over my decision to leave, for their help and guidance over the years, and wish all the very best for the future.”

    We would like to thank Stephen for his time at his club and his professionalism throughout, as well as wishing him well in his new role and the very best for the future.

  • First team

    Allan Campbell ready to push on again

    Allan Campbell says he understands the reasons he’s been often rested in the early part of the 2018/19 season, but believes he’s ready to reach his previous heights again.

    The young midfielder had a hectic 2018, barely having a summer break due to international commitments after being a club regular, and says he respects manager Stephen Robinson’s call to rotate him in order to avoid burnout.

  • First team

    Richard Tait sees growth in squad’s confidence

    Richard Tait has been an onlooker in Tenerife, but says watching from the sidelines has given him belief the mid-season break will serve as a catalyst for the second half of the campaign.

    The defender is nursing an ankle knock sustained against Hamilton Academical and, when he’s not been working in the gym, says he’s seen plenty to give cause for optimism in 2019.

  • First team

    Manager hails benefits of Tenerife trip

    Manager Stephen Robinson says the ability to get away for a week of hard work in Tenerife can be beneficial in many ways.

    A gruelling week has allowed players to get their fitness up, while also enjoying being able to train in warm weather and bond again, as the second half of the season looms.