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A difficult afternoon for Motherwell as the women of steel struggled to break down an organised Hamilton side, who came away with maximum points in a disappointing but momentous day at Fir Park.

Chloe Muir’s second half strike proved to be the difference in what was a frustrating afternoon for Motherwell in their first Fir Park appearance in over three years.

Following last weekend’s narrow 1-0 defeat to league leaders Rangers, Paul Brownlie made one change from the previous outing, with Carla Boyce replacing London Pollard who recently returned from international duty.

Looking to secure their third successive Lanarkshire derby victory this season, Motherwell started on the front foot and almost found themselves ahead after four minutes.

Katie Rice cut into the box with a darting run before picking out Lori Gardner with an enticing through ball, but the wingers drilled effort was superbly parried wide of the target by Nicolson.

Moments later, Carla Boyce brilliantly evaded her opponent with a skilful nutmeg before teeing up Kaela McDonald-Nguah at the edge of the box, but the forwards effort failed to trouble the keeper.

As the half time whistle loomed, Motherwell continued to flood the Hamilton penalty area in search of the opener.

Amy Anderson’s volley sailed into the path of Boyce deep into the Hamilton penalty area, but with the goal seemingly at her mercy, Nicolson reacted well to produce a vital last-ditch save.

With both sides level minutes into the second half, the visitors snatched a lead.

Lucy Sinclair skilfully worked her way to the edge of the box before curling a threatening delivery across the face of goal, and Muir was on hand to coolly divert her strike past Ramsay at the back post.

Motherwell toiled in the second half in search of a route back into the game, but despite their tireless efforts, the women of steel were unable to find the late equaliser that they truly deserved.

Paul Brownlie’s side will now look to rectify this result, as they travel to face sixth placed Spartans in a season-defining encounter at Ainslie Park

Keith Lasley will leave Motherwell this summer to become St Mirren’s new Chief Operating Officer.

The ‘Well legend has spent more than 20 years at Fir Park as a player, captain, coach and, most recently, assistant manager.

The 42-year-old is currently enrolled on the Masters of Sport Directorship at Manchester Metropolitan University with a view to taking a new route into the non-playing side of football, and that has been expedited by St Mirren’s vacancy and offer.

“We were very keen for Keith to stay at Motherwell and have helped him in his development towards a new career path but we also acknowledge this is a very exciting opportunity for him,” chairman Jim McMahon said.

“Keith has been a fantastic servant to Motherwell, he is a legend in every sense of the word. We thank him for all his hard work, effort and dedication, on and off the field, across two decades and wish him well for the future.”

Lasley joined the Steelmen in the late 1990s under then boss Billy Davies and finished as one the highest appearance holders in Fir Park history, playing almost 500 games in claret and amber.

He was rewarded for his impeccable playing service with a testimonial match against Bolton Wanderers in 2015.

Graham Alexander added: “I am reluctant to lose Keith from our coaching staff as we have a very good relationship, and he plays a significant part in what we do.

“However, when he set out the direction in which he saw his career going and then with this role presented itself, it was clear it was too good for him to turn down.

“I want to personally thank him for all his help and support over the last 16 months and wish him every success in his new role.”

“It has been a pleasure and a privilege to serve Motherwell Football Club for 20 years,” Lasley said.

“There have been some very special moments along the way. From making my debut at the age of 19 through to captaining the club and ultimately on to my current role as assistant manager, I have enjoyed every single minute.

“This club means so much to me and my family, and will continue to do so. I will continue to serve the club with great pride and determination until the end of the season and wish Graham, his staff, the players and everyone at the club continued success in the future.”

Hospitality packages for our final two home games of the season against Rangers and Heart of Midlothian are now on sale.

The Steelmen take on Rangers (24 April, 12 noon kick-off) and Heart of Midlothian (11 May, 19.45 kick-off) at Fir Park as we look to finish the season on a high.

Prices start from as little as £30 for adults and £16 for children.  We have hospitality options to suit all needs and budgets.

Click here to book your hospitality package online or alternatively you can email hospitality@motherwellfc.co.uk or by calling 01698 338003 and our hospitality team will be delighted to assist.

Due to Motherwell’s fixture with Ross County in Dingwall on Saturday 7 May, the 2021/22 Player of the Year event will now take place on Saturday 14 May and will now take place at Dalziel Park Hotel.

The Player of the Year Awards will return in person for the first time since 2019.

Held at the Dalziel Park Hotel on Saturday 14 May and hosted by Tam Cowan, our event will see the players from across the campaign recognised (covid restrictions permitting).

Fans will have the opportunity to select their Player of the Year, Young Player of the Year and Goal of the Season prizes in the upcoming weeks.

Included in the price of the ticket is a three-course meal, live entertainment and then the awards ceremony itself.

Date: 14 May 2022

Location: Dalziel Park Hotel, Motherwell

Cost: Adult £68, Children £35 (12 and under)

To book: Phone 01698 333333, email events@motherwellfc.co.uk or book online by clicking here.

The team at club sponsors Channel Finance Group will be participating in this years Kiltwalk from Clydebank to Balloch on April 24th.

This year, the company will be raising money for it’s Charity of the Year, Brain Tumour Research UK. With just 1% of the national spend on cancer research being allocated to brain cancer but 16,000 people diagnosed with a brain tumour every year, this charity works to support scientists searching for a cure for this highly underfunded area of research.

CEO of Channel Finance group, Michael Savage, said the following about why we will be sponsoring this charity:

“Brain Tumour Research is a charity that is personally close to myself and family. By becoming a corporate sponsor of Brain Tumour Research, we aim to raise as much money as possible to help combat this awful disease and the stigmas that are attached to it. We hope that we will be able to make even a small difference in supporting those going through it and their families and look forward to following the amazing advancements being made in this important research.”

Thanks to Sir Tom Hunter, any donations made to Kiltwalk participants will be doubled! We would very much appreciate any donations people could spare to support our team’s efforts in the Kiltwalk and make a difference to this brilliant charity.

Thank you for any support you can give and we hope to see lots of you there!

https://glasgow.thekiltwalk.co.uk/teams/channel-finance-group

It is the third and final Lanarkshire derby of the SWPL1 season where Motherwell take on Hamilton at Fir Park on Saturday 16 April. 

Kick off is 3pm.

Come and Watch

Entry to the game is free for everyone. If you are able to, there will be buckets where you can donate money which will be used for the academy.

Tale of the Tape

Motherwell have the upper hand on their Lanarkshire rivals this season, winning both encounters thus far.

In the first match, Motherwell ran out 3-0 winners. Crichton, Gardner and Hughes all getting on the scoresheet. In their most recent match up, Motherwell came from behind to take all three points in a 2-1 victory at New Douglas Park.

Leanne Crichton got her side level before Carla Boyce netted the winner for the visitors.

Form Guide

Motherwell are still searching for their first win since January. Before the international break, they ran title leaders Rangers very close, going down 1-0 to the Gers.

Accies are bottom of the SWPL1 table, eight points behind Hearts who are 9th in the table.

Hamilton have registered one league victory this season, which came against Hearts back in September.

Motherwell’s post split fixtures for season 2022/23 have been announced by the SPFL.

The Steelmen will kick off with a home game against Rangers on Sunday 24 April, live on Sky Sports (12 noon kick off).

Graham Alexander’s men then travel to Tannadice for a third time this season the following Saturday, 30 April.

‘Well remain on the road with a trip north to face Ross County on Saturday 07 May before the last home game of the campaign sees third-place Hearts visit Fir Park the following Wednesday (11 May).

The final game of the season will be in Glasgow as Motherwell sign off against Celtic at Celtic Park on Saturday 14 May, live on Sky Sports, with a 12.15pm kick off.

• Sunday 24th April (12pm KO): vs Rangers (H)
• Saturday 30th April (3pm KO) vs Dundee Utd (A)
• Saturday 7th May (3pm KO) vs Ross County (A)
• Wednesday 11th May (7.45pm KO) vs Heart of Midlothian (H)
• Saturday 14th May (12.15pm KO) vs Celtic (A)

“We stuck at it and to get the top six in that fashion, I’ve never experienced anything like it. I’m so pleased for everyone.”

Motherwell snatched a top six spot with a dramatic late show at Livingston.

Odin Bailey and Alan Forrest looked to have buried the Steelmen, with results elsewhere going against the team.

But Callum Slattery’s 30-yarder, followed by Ricki Lamie’s dramatic late header in the third minute of stoppage time, sent the away fans wild and secured the top six place.

Jake Carroll came into the team for the injured Stephen O’Donnell in the only change to the side which defeated St Mirren last time out.

Motherwell barely had a chance in a first 45 that was dominated by Livingston.

A mix-up in the Livi defence early on should have presented Efford a chance at an open goal, but the ball held up in the air long enough for the covering defender to clear.

After knocking on the door for long spells, the hosts took the lead in the 25th minute.

Forrest cut inside and split the defence with a through ball which Bailey ran onto and, with Kelly rushing out, poked the ball past him into the net.

O’Hara was introduced for Cornelius at the break as Motherwell looked to find some sort of response, and started the second half more positively.

Van Veen sent a difficult shot over the bar early on and then the Dutchman thought a shot two minutes later had crossed the line, but the linesman said goalkeeper Stryjek had kept it out.

Goss was bundled over in the box with no consequence as Motherwell flew out of the blocks and looked certain to claw their way back in.

But they would be the architects of their own downfall just before the hour mark.

Bailey was allowed to cut inside and get a shot away which was blocked, but fell to Forrest just inside the area. With the defenders slow to react, he was able to pick his spot, firing low and hard into the bottom-left corner.

Tierney and Woolery replaced Efford and Carroll as Motherwell looked to spark a reaction and it came with 18 minutes to go.

A ball into the box was cleared out where Slattery reacted quickest to sprint onto it and send a 30-yard piledriver into the bottom-left corner of the net to give ‘Well hope.

‘Well kept pushing but the big chances just wouldn’t come until the third minute of stoppage time.

A corner from the right, with Kelly up, Mugabi hit the bar with a header before Lamie reacted quickest to knock the ball over the line and send the away fans wild – and Motherwell into the top six.

Motherwell manager Graham Alexander says his side are in a good position going into the cinch Premiership match against Livingston.

The Steelmen’s win against St Mirren has ensured they are now in full control of whether they finish in the top six – something they have to take full advantage of as they go into the final pre-split match.