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  • Club

    Business Breakfast returns

  • First team

    Ross Tierney named in Republic of Ireland under 21s squad

  • Club

    A bike ride in aid of footballer’s mental health charity

  • First team

    Ricki Lamie signs two-year deal

  • First team

    Kelly & O’Donnell called up to Scotland squad

  • First team

    End of 2021/22 squad update

  • First team

    Story of the 2021/22 season

  • Club

    Donate to our Well In Scheme

  • Women

    Leanne Crichton nominated for the Kat Lindner award

  • First team

    Craig Hinchliffe departs

  • Club

    Business Breakfast returns

    Business Breakfast returns

    Our popular Business Breakfast will next take place on Thursday 16th June in the Millennium Suite at Fir Park.

    Hear from club partners G4 Claims, TCL and Suicide Prevention.

    Tickets cost just £10 per person. The price includes a breakfast roll, tea/coffee and orange juice.  The event starts at 8.30am and runs until 10am

    To book your place, email mhairi.daly@motherwellfc.co.ukbook online or call on 01698 338011.

  • First team

    Ross Tierney named in Republic of Ireland under 21s squad

    Ross Tierney named in Republic of Ireland under 21s squad

    Ross Tierney has been selected for Republic of Ireland’s under 21s. 

    The young attacking midfielder will once again represent his country as they look to qualify for the UEFA Under 21 Championship.

    Ireland are currently in third place in their group before this round of fixtures and four points behind leaders Italy.

    Ireland face off against Bosnia and Herzegovina on Friday 3 June at the Tallaght Stadium in Dublin.

    They then play Montenegro on Monday 6 June at the Tallaght Stadium before rounding off their qualifying campaign against current group leaders Italy on Tuesday 14 June away from home.

    The group winners will qualify for the Euros and the best runners up also qualify.

    Ireland are currently four points behind Netherlands who are, as it stands, the best runners-up.

    The nations who finish second place will enter a play-off round to determine the last four qualified teams.

  • Club

    A bike ride in aid of footballer’s mental health charity

    A bike ride in aid of footballer’s mental health charity

    A message from our main sponsor and health and wellbeing partner, Paycare.

    We’re calling on the community to show its support for a bike ride in aid of a mental health charity.

    Paycare is one of the main sponsors of The Kris Boyd Charity Ride, which will start at the Molineux and end more than 400 miles away four days later in Scotland, with all proceeds going to The Kris Boyd Charity.

    The challenge will begin on Wednesday 1st June, with riders stopping at Kris’ former clubs Nottingham Forest, Middlesbrough and Rangers, with an additional stop at Paycare-sponsored Motherwell FC before arriving at Kilmarnock FC on Saturday 4th June.

    The Kris Boyd Charity was set up by the former footballer to encourage more people to talk openly about their mental health. He was inspired by the tragic loss of his brother Scott, who sadly died by suicide in 2016.

    Event organiser Jim Bertram said:

    “Over lockdown, mental health became an issue for everyone so I wanted to do an event which helped those impacted. The Kris Boyd Charity seemed a natural choice as they support mental health and wellbeing.”

    Sally Bromley, Paycare’s Partnerships Engagement Officer, added:

    “We are delighted to sponsor the shirts and vans for the event and will be cheering on the riders at the start and finish lines.

    “The charity, and Jim’s aims with the bike ride, align perfectly with our mission of making the UK happier and healthier. We hope the community both in Wolverhampton and up in Scotland will wholeheartedly support the ride, donating whatever they’re able to and cheering the riders on, too.”

    To support the ride, simply visit justgiving.com/fundraising/kn2022

  • First team

    Ricki Lamie signs two-year deal

    Ricki Lamie signs two-year deal

    Ricki Lamie has signed a new two-year contract.

    The 28-year old defender’s new deal will keep him at Fir Park until the summer of 2024.

    “We are delighted Ricki has agreed to extend his stay with the club as we hope he will continue to be a big player for us in the coming months and years,” manager Graham Alexander said.

    “We were in discussions with his representative for some time, but those were paused when another club made him what was an extremely attractive offer that he had no option but to accept. We understood and respected that, but had no concerns around his professionalism and in actual fact he was amongst our most important players in the second half of the campaign.

    “When circumstances changed, it presented an opportunity for us and we’re so pleased to not only keep someone who is a big player on the pitch, but an important character off it too.”

    Lamie arrived from fellow Premiership side Livingston in the summer of 2020 and has gone on to make 70 appearances in claret and amber.

    As well as cementing a place in the heart of the Steelmen’s defence, he has made a vital contribution at the other end of the pitch with key goals against Livingston to secure a top six spot and against Hearts to confirm UEFA Europa Conference League football.

    “Motherwell is an excellent club, with so many good people and characters,” Lamie added.

    “It was a great ending to the season for the team, to finish in the top six and qualify for Europe.

    “That being said, I still think we can improve and have got more to give collectively. I really want to play a part in that, which is why I am pleased to be staying for at least another two years and I am already looking forward to getting back in next month.”

     

  • First team

    Kelly & O’Donnell called up to Scotland squad

    Kelly & O’Donnell called up to Scotland squad

    Motherwell pair Liam Kelly and Stephen O’Donnell have been called up by Scotland for the FIFA World Cup play-off match(es) and UEFA Nations League fixtures. 

    Scotland will take on Ukraine in the World Cup semi final play-off on Wednesday 1 June at Hampden.

    Should they progress, Steve Clarke’s side will then face Wales in the play-off final on Sunday 5 June at the Cardiff City Stadium.

    Scotland are also in Nations League action as they kick off their group matches against Armenia on Wednesday 8 June at Hampden.

    They then travel to Dublin on Saturday 11 June to face Republic of Ireland before a trip to Armenia three days later.

  • First team

    End of 2021/22 squad update

    End of 2021/22 squad update

    With the 2021/22 season at an end, we can provide supporters with the following update on players’ contracts.

    Liam Grimshaw departs having spent five-and-a-half seasons at Fir Park across two spells, making over 130 appearances in claret and amber. The tenacious utility player has been a popular figure amongst the ‘Well support, but has found first team opportunities limited over the last year.

    Northern Irish international Liam Donnelly departs after 70 outings in four seasons. The versatile midfielder, who more recently showed his qualities in the defensive line, clocked up 13 goals for Motherwell and also two caps for his country.

    Also exiting is Mark O’Hara, who spent three seasons in claret and amber following a move from Peterborough United in 2019. Playing in a variety of positions, Mark made 74 appearances and scored six goals, but has opted to depart for St Mirren.

    Other names leaving Fir Park are Darragh O’Connor, Justin Amaluzor, Jordan Roberts, PJ Morrison, Victor Nirennold and youngster Cody McLeod. Liam Shaw will return to his parent club, Celtic, following the end of his loan spell.

    “I want to thank everyone who is leaving Motherwell this summer for their effort during their time with the club,” manager Graham Alexander said.

    “The likes of Liam Grimshaw, Liam Donnelly and Mark O’Hara have been in our first team for extended periods, so I want to pay particular tribute to them. Although Grimmy didn’t feature as much as he would like, for me he was always a fantastic professional and trained hard every single day, and that says a lot about the type of person he is.

    “Any time Liam or Mark featured they gave everything, so I want to thank them both too. PJ Morrison has also been with the club from a very young age, but we both agreed he needed to kick his career on by playing regularly every week.

    “Everyone leaving has made their mark in some way, big or small, and we wish them well for the future careers, wherever that takes them.”

    The following players will leave at the expiry of their contract or return to their parent club at the end of their loan:
    • Justin Amaluzor
    • Liam Donnelly
    • Liam Grimshaw
    • Mark O’Hara
    • Cody McLeod
    • PJ Morrison
    • Victor Nirennold
    • Darragh O’Connor
    • Jordan Roberts
    • Liam Shaw (end of loan – Celtic FC)
    The following player has been offered an extended deal:
    • Ricki Lamie
  • First team

    Story of the 2021/22 season

    The 2021/22 cinch Premiership season will be remembered for many reasons – but ultimately securing a spot in Europe.

    A strong start to the campaign left the Steelmen in a comfortable position, sitting in the top half of the table by Christmas.

    But a poor run of form after the winter break meant seven teams were drawn into a tight mid-table battle for the top six, and ultimately that European place.

    Just when Motherwell looked down and out, they dramatically came from behind to deny the odds and not only secure their spot in the top half of the table, but also clinch a UEFA Europa Conference League spot as well.

    This is how the 38 games unfolded, ultimately ending with the European success supporters were deprived of celebrating in 2020 when Covid-19 hit.

    This is the story of our 2021/22 season.

  • Club

    Donate to our Well In Scheme

    Donate to our Well In Scheme

    The Well In scheme, which was launched last summer to help families from low income and unemployed households watch their team, will continue in 2022/23.

    We are once again asking supporters who feel financially able to donate towards the scheme this year.

    Donations of any value are welcome, with 100% of the money going towards the purchase of season tickets. In return, the club will again match all donations to ensure as many season tickets as possible are made available to our community.

    To donate, please go to donate.motherwellfc.co.uk or alternatively you can call us on 01698 333333.

  • Women

    Leanne Crichton nominated for the Kat Lindner award

    Leanne Crichton nominated for the Kat Lindner award

    Motherwell player and assistant manager Leanne Crichton has been nominated for the Kat Lindner Award at the SWF Annual End of Season Awards.

    The award, which is for Outstanding Academic & Athletic Achievement, was introduced in 2016 in Katherine Lindner’s honour.

    Also nominated is Claire Shine of Glasgow City and Tessel Middag of Rangers.

    “I am honoured to be nominated for such a prestigious award,” Leanne Crichton said.

    “Kat was a huge figure within the Scottish Womens game and was a huge influence in helping the game advance to where it is today.

    “She was an exemplary role model, combined with her work off the field and her academic studies and research, she was remarkable.

    “It is an absolute privilege to be nominated for this award named in her honour.”

  • First team

    Craig Hinchliffe departs

    Craig Hinchliffe departs

    Goalkeeping coach Craig Hinchliffe has left Motherwell to take up the role of Goalkeeping Coach at Dundee United.

    The former Partick Thistle and Arbroath player joined Motherwell in 2017 and has worked with, and improved, goalkeepers such as Trevor Carson, Mark Gillespie and Liam Kelly in his stint at the club.

    “I’m obviously disappointed to see Hinchy go, but he goes with nothing but full respect and affection from me,” Manager Graham Alexander said.

    “He’s been brilliant to work with and played a big part in our success this season. I know how much the players liked him, especially the keepers who have all benefited from his expertise. We all wish him the best of luck for the future.”

    We thank Craig for his efforts at the club and wish him all the best for the future.