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  • Women

    Duo sign on loan

  • Women

    2021/22 SWPL Cup fixtures

  • First team

    The Motherwell FC 2021/22 away kit

  • Women

    Trio staying on for new SWPL1 season

  • Reserves & Under 18s

    SPFL Trust Trophy draw

  • First team

    Five fast facts about Liam Kelly

  • First team

    Liam Kelly returns to Motherwell

  • First team

    Katie Andrews joins Motherwell

  • Women

    Gill Inglis signs new deal

  • First team

    Kevin van Veen signs for Motherwell

  • Women

    Duo sign on loan

    Duo sign on loan

    Motherwell have secured the signatures of Rangers pair Laura McCartney and Eilidh Martin on season-long loan deals.

    The pair, a midfielder and defender respectively, will don the claret and amber for the upcoming SWPL1 campaign.

    Laura McCartney

    Goalscoring midfielder McCartney has featured and trained with the Rangers first team.

    She will be looking for regular first-team action this season and a chance to impress.

    “Laura is a great addition to the squad,” head coach Paul Brownlie said.

    “She comes with real quality and will be with us for the season, which will help aid her development.

    “She is a hugely exciting addition to the squad.”

    Eilidh Martin

    Also joining on a season-long loan from the Gers is young defender Martin.

    The 17-year-old can play at the heart of the defence or at full-back and promises to be a huge prospect this season.

    “A versatile defender, with real quality, Eilidh will again strengthen our defensive unit,” Brownlie added.

    “Despite her age, she has played at a high level and is a very clever player on the pitch.”

  • Women

    2021/22 SWPL Cup fixtures

    2021/22 SWPL Cup fixtures

    We’ll face Rangers, Aberdeen, Boroughmuir Thistle and Queen’s Park in the group stage of the 2021/22 SWPL Cup.

    Paul Brownlie’s first competitive matches in charge will start with a home tie with Rangers on 15 August in Group A.

    ’Well will then travel north to face newly-promoted Aberdeen on 22 August.

    On 25 August, a home tie against SWPL2 side Boroughmuir Thistle will come before rounding off the group stages with a trip to face Queen’s Park on 29 August.

    The two top teams in the group will qualify for the next round of the competition.

    Confirmed dates, venues and kick-off times will be made available shortly.

  • First team

    The Motherwell FC 2021/22 away kit

    The Motherwell FC 2021/22 away kit

    Our away kit for the 2021/22 season is here.

    The predominantly black kit, with amber throughout, will be worn by our teams as a change outfit in the new campaign.

    You can pre-order yours online now.

    Once again, the kit is rich with detail.

    The amber pinstripe detail down the front of the kit is part of a strict two-colour design, with amber piping throughout the shirt, shorts and socks.

    Under the hood, the necktape adds an extra layer of detail, with the words “Since I was young, I followed on” emblazoned on the inside.

    Manufactured again by Macron, the shirt also features our main sponsor Paycare and fellow partners Glen’s Vodka and G4 Claims, as well as our ongoing partnership with North Lanarkshire Suicide Prevention.

  • Women

    Trio staying on for new SWPL1 season

    Trio staying on for new SWPL1 season

    Abby Skelton, Rachel Connor and Claire Adams have renewed terms for the upcoming SWPL1 season.

    The trio, who play on the wing, at full-back and in midfield respectively, will be with Paul Brownlie’s side for the kick-off of the campaign in August.

    “Our rebuilding process is well under way for this coming season,” Brownlie said.

    “We want Motherwell in the best position come August.

    “To get the commitment from the current squad shows just how much each of them have bought into the positive changes happening here at the club.

    “I’m extremely happy Abby, Rachel and Claire have committed themselves to Motherwell for another season.”

    Abby Skelton

    Returning for her second season in claret and amber, Abby Skelton has renewed terms for another campaign.

    The pacy winger will look to cement her place in the starting side this season.

    “I’m really looking forward to the new season at Motherwell and working under experienced coaches,” she said.

    “When I heard Paul being announced as head coach, I knew the standard of coaching would be high this season and it’s a real positive step for Motherwell going forward.”

    Rachel Connor

    Twenty-year-old Rachel Connor has also signed on for another season.

    A reliable full-back in 2020/21, Connor will be looking to improve her game once again in the new campaign.

    “I’m delighted to be renewing my stay at Motherwell,” she said.

    “I’m looking forward to pushing on and developing as a team with Paul coming in.”

    Claire Adams

    One of the longest-serving players in the squad, midfielder Adams remains at the club for her third season at Motherwell.

    “I’m delighted to have re-signed for Motherwell again this season,” she said.

    “I know Paul really well. I am looking forward to working with him again, and excited for the challenges ahead.”

  • Reserves & Under 18s

    SPFL Trust Trophy draw

    SPFL Trust Trophy draw

    Motherwell B will face Stranraer in the first round of the SPFL Trust Trophy.

    The young Steelmen will be away in the tie, which will be played on 10/11 August 2021.

    The venue and kick-off time will be confirmed shortly.

    Should they progress, ‘Well will host Partick Thistle on September 4/5.

  • First team

    Five fast facts about Liam Kelly

    Five fast facts about Liam Kelly

    Liam Kelly made his return to Motherwell on Monday, signing on a permanent basis from QPR.

    Here’s a quick refresher on what we’re getting from the goalkeeper.

    Here to stay

    Having been on loan last campaign, Kelly has now signed a three-year deal at Fir Park.

    Taking the number one jersey, the move on a permanent basis is a coup for the club and an important step in manager Graham Alexander’s recruitment plans.

    Pivotal figure

    From 21 appearances for the Steelmen in his first spell, Kelly kept seven clean sheets and was a vital match winner on many occasions, with a succession of important saves.

    Held in high regard

    Despite only making the move on loan from QPR in January, Kelly’s performances earned him the accolade of being voted the players’ player of the season at Motherwell in 2020/21.

    His genuine surprise – and pride – at being named was captured on camera after the final game of the season, and was a well-earned prize after quickly becoming an influential figure on and off the pitch.

    International hopes

    After impressing in the Premiership with Livingston in 2018/19, the ‘keeper rightly earned a call into the Scotland squad for Euro qualifiers against Kazakhstan and San Marino.

    Kelly had to make do with a place on the bench for both matches, but no doubt remains in the thoughts of the national team going into the next round of FIFA World Cup qualifying matches.

    Keeping it in the family

    The goalkeeper’s family are also involved in football. His brother Sean – a defender – is with Falkirk, having previously been with Ross County, AFC Wimbledon and St Mirren.

    His younger brother is also in St Mirren’s academy as a goalkeeper.

  • First team

    Liam Kelly returns to Motherwell

    Liam Kelly returns to Motherwell

    Liam Kelly has returned to Motherwell.

    The goalkeeper, who spent the second half of the 2020/21 campaign on loan at the club, joins on a permanent basis from Queen’s Park Rangers on a three-year deal.

    “It’s brilliant to have Liam back with us and even better that he’s now our player,” manager Graham Alexander said of the signing.

    “It’s been a long process but the board have been great with their patience and backing as we worked to get this deal done.

    “We all saw Liam’s qualities first-hand last season, and I know how much he enjoyed his time with us previously.

    “His ability, professionalism and drive will improve us again. Everyone is delighted to see him back in a Motherwell shirt.”

    Voted players’ player of the year for his contribution last season, the Scotland international squad member kept seven clean sheets from 21 appearances.

    Starting his career at Rangers, an early loan spell at East Fife then led to time with Livingston, where his form in their first season back in the Premiership earned him international recognition and a move to England.

    Kelly will take the number one jersey at the club and will begin training with his teammates again on Tuesday. His move remains pending international clearance.

  • First team

    Katie Andrews joins Motherwell

    Katie Andrews joins Motherwell

    Goalkeeper Katie Andrews is the next addition to our squad ahead of the new SWPL1 season.

    The 16-year-old joins Paul Brownlie’s squad for the forthcoming season, having most recently played for Queen’s Park.

    Andrews also played for Central Ladies and trained with the Glasgow City first team at the age of 14.

    “I have known Katie for a number of years through the national setup,” head coach Brownlie said.

    “I wanted to strengthen the goalkeeping position this season and despite her only being 16, I see her as the potential number one goalkeeper at the club.”

  • Women

    Gill Inglis signs new deal

    Gill Inglis signs new deal

    Gill Inglis has agreed a new deal with Motherwell.

    The versatile midfielder has extended her stay at the club for a third campaign.

    “I can’t speak highly enough of Gill,” head coach Paul Brownlie said.

    “From the minute I walked in the door her attitude has been excellent.

    “Gill has real leadership qualities both on and off the pitch.”

    Often having to cover in multiple positions, Inglis has impressed since she joined the club in 2019.

    She demonstrated her experience and leadership in leading the team to a sixth-place position last season as captain of the team.

    “I’m delighted to be extending my stay at Motherwell,” said Inglis.

    “With Paul coming in, it’s clear he’s keen to drive a positive change in the club and I’m keen to play my part in that.”

  • First team

    Kevin van Veen signs for Motherwell

    Kevin van Veen signs for Motherwell

    Kevin van Veen is a Motherwell player.

    The Dutch striker has signed a two-year deal, moving after leaving Scunthorpe United at the end of last season.

    “Kevin’s a player I know very well from my time in England and I’m delighted to bring him up to Motherwell,” said manager Graham Alexander of his new recruit, who will wear the number nine jersey.

    “He’s made a great impression on the other players while training with us.

    “His ability on the ball and to score goals is something that we will all benefit from.

    “I know how excited he is about this challenge, and we’re just as happy to have him.

    “I am certain he can help achieve success.”

    The 30-year-old started his professional career in the Netherlands with Helmond Sport, having spent time as a youth player at PSV Eindhoven, and went on to feature for lower-league sides Dijkse Boys, UDI ’19 and JVC Cuijk.

    A move in 2014 to Top OSS, where he netted 16 goals in 21 Eerste Divisie matches, then saw Scunthorpe United take him to England’s League One a year later, where he was managed by the current ‘Well boss.

    A short loan spell in the Eredivisie with Cambuur came in between 116 appearances for the Iron, with a move to Northampton Town following in 2017.

    Netting 10 goals in 38 matches, he then returned to Scunthorpe in 2019.