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    Rangers 4-0 Motherwell

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    Rangers next in SWPL

  • Well Society

    Walking football competition in Germany

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    London Pollard named in Scotland Under 19 squad

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    Lacking the finishing touch // Motherwell 0-3 Hearts

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    SWPL Cup round two draw

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    Loan report I late September 2022

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    Motherwell 4-0 Glasgow Women

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    Motherwell 0 – 3 Hearts

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    Steven Hammell reacts to defeat to Hearts

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    Rangers 4-0 Motherwell

    Rangers 4-0 Motherwell

    Rangers kept their undefeated streak alive after capitalising on four clinical strikes to condemn Motherwell to defeat at a windswept Broadwood Stadium.

    Lizzie Arnot prodded home the opener midway through the first half, before Kirsty Howat doubled Rangers’ advantage minutes after half time. Brogan Hay tucked home the third seven minutes later before Kayla McCoy secured all three points with the final kick of the game.

    Motherwell looked to frustrate the hosts from the off, narrowing the play and making it difficult for Rangers to break through the resolute Motherwell backline.

    Rangers were certainly the likelier of the two sides to find the opener after controlling much of the early exchanges. Tessel Middag’s low enticing delivery was superbly controlled by Kerr deep into the Motherwell penalty area, but the midfielder couldn’t apply the finishing touches.

    The hosts continued to threaten and almost netted the opener soon after. A magnificent piece of skill from Brogan Hay allowed her to effortlessly break through the Motherwell defence before picking out Kirsty Howat lurking at the back post, but the forward couldn’t convert what was a gilt-edged opportunity.

    Motherwell continued to deflect wave after wave of attacking threat in the opening 30 minutes, but the hosts quality eventually prevailed as they found the breakthrough midway through the first half.

    Debutant Maddie Nolf was left in acres of space on the right of the Motherwell penalty area before curling an excellent delivery across the face of goal, and Arnot was on hand to prod her effort beyond the reach of Emily Mutch.

    As the second half resumed, Rangers added a second. A quick interchange of play at the edge of the box somehow found its way through to the feet of Howat, who looked as if she had strayed into a clear offside position, but the referee waved play on and the forward calmly dispatched her strike into the bottom left corner.

    Seven minutes later, Rangers had their third. An exceptional piece of individual skill from Hay allowed her to skip past several Motherwell players, before shifting the ball onto her right foot and curling a precise effort into the bottom corner.

    Motherwell toiled late on in search of a late consolation. Substitute Kaela McDonald-Nguah’s long-range attempt had Jenna Fife scrambling in the Rangers goal, but the experienced stopper got enough of a hand to divert around the post.

    Rangers sealed victory with the final kick of the game and in the strangest of circumstances. McCoy was flagged for offside as she raced through on goal, and whilst Mutch prepared to take the resulting free kick, the striker nipped in and passed the ball into the empty net.

    Despite the Motherwell protests, the referee overruled his assistant and granted the goal much to the bemusement of the Motherwell players

    Paul Brownlie will certainly have several positives to take from today’s contest, as the women of steel limited Rangers throughout much of the afternoon. Motherwell will now move on to face Dundee United in the SWPL Cup next month.

  • Women

    Rangers next in SWPL

    Rangers next in SWPL

    Motherwell take on Rangers in their latest SWPL outing on Sunday 25 September at Broadwood Stadium. 

    Kick off is 4pm.

    How to follow the game

    Tickets for the game can be bought online.

    Adult tickets cost £5 while Concession and Juvenile tickets cost £3.

    Story of the match

    Rangers were in Champions League action on Tuesday night against Benfica, losing 3-2 at Ibrox.

    The Gers are flying high at the top of the SWPL table, winning five out of their five games so far.

    Motherwell picked up three points in their most recent match against Glasgow Women at K-Park, with a 4-0 win.

    Carla Boyce netted twice, with Lori Gardner and Amy Anderson also scoring.

    Motherwell ran eventual league champions Rangers close in their two meetings, with Rangers coming away with 2-1 and 1-0 wins against the women of steel.

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    Walking football competition in Germany

    They thought their football glory days were behind them. But this week eight footballers aged between 50 and 70 will step onto the pitch, and represent Motherwell FC in European competition.

    The club’s participation in the EFDN Walking Football Tournament, at Leverkusen in Germany, on Thursday 22 September, will see them in the mix with footballing giants such as Bayer Leverkusen, Benfica, Eintracht Frankfurt, Real Betis and FC Schalke.

    Other UK clubs participating include Newcastle United, Rangers and Greenock Morton.

    And it is a dream come true for Steelmen fans Derek Cunningham and Brian Douglas.

    Brian said: “I was 13 and living in Glasgow I got my first full Motherwell kit. Joe Wark’s family lived round the corner and when he visited he’d see me, the only Motherwell kit amongst the others, and he’d make a point of chatting to me. The idea I’ll be running about at my tender age with my name on the back of my shirt. I must admit, I’m well made up. I’m excited.”

    Despite surgery on both knees, Derek has been attending the Motherwell FC Community Trust activity for the past five years. He says: “Walking football is like a time machine – for an hour on the park you’re suddenly 16 again and we all behave like it!

    “Motherwell is my team and any supporter would be proud to pull on the jersey. We’ll do our best. We hope we get the results to do the club proud.”

    Walking football is really for anyone whose age or fitness levels would prevent them from playing normal football. The Community Trust team has taken part in many tournaments and competitions, but never one abroad.

    Team coach Chris MacFarlane said: “The whole experience of going out as part of a team that’s going out to play for Motherwell, pull on a Motherwell badge, travel in Motherwell kit…that’s something really special for the guys.

    “To be on that list with some of those massive clubs within Europe is really exciting.”

    The team – comprising eight players and two coaching staff – have been supported to take part in the tournament by sponsors Blue Triangle.

    Iain Macfarlane, CEO of Blue Triangle, said: “We are very proud to have done our small part in making some big dreams come true.

    “It was a privilege to meet the team and see them presented with their strips and training kit, including an extra bag to bring the trophy home! It’s fantastic to see The Well still in Europe and I’m sure they’ll do us all proud.”

    The Well Society have also contributed. Derek Watson, of the Society, said: “The Community Trust does a fantastic job of bringing people from all backgrounds and abilities together through football.

    “We’re delighted to be able to support the team to take this step and promote the club, nationally and internationally. It’s a joy to see the pride these guys have in wearing the shirt and the ambition they have to do well for the club and the community it serves.”

  • Women

    London Pollard named in Scotland Under 19 squad

    London Pollard named in Scotland Under 19 squad

    London Pollard has been named in Scotland’s Under 19 squad. 

    A regular feature in the Scotland setup, Pollard will be involved in Scotland’s triple header in the UEFA Women’s Under-19 Championship qualifiers.

    Scotland will remain on home soil for the three matches, with all games taking place at Ainslie Park.

    In their first match on Wednesday 5 October, Scotland take on Spain.

    Scotland then face off against Finland on Saturday 8 October before taking on Switzerland on Tuesday 11 October.

     

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    Lacking the finishing touch // Motherwell 0-3 Hearts

    It would prove to be another frustrating afternoon for Steven Hammell and Motherwell as they fell to a 3-0 defeat to Hearts at Fir Park.

    A similar story to the one two weeks before, the Steelmen would control the game and create multiple chances but lacked the clinical edge to beat Craig Gordon in the Hearts goal.

    Shankland and a Forrest double sent Hearts back to the capital with the points as Motherwell were left to ponder how they didn’t score for the second match in a row.

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    SWPL Cup round two draw

    SWPL Cup round two draw

    Motherwell will take on Dundee United at home in round two of the SWPL cup. 

    The tie will take place on Sunday 2 October.

    Venue and kick off time will confirmed in due course.

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    Loan report I late September 2022

    Loan report I late September 2022

    It was a busy weekend for the four Motherwell loanees. 

    David Devine made his Alloa Athletic debut in a 2-1 win over Montrose. The defender played the full match to help push his side into the top three.

    Scott Fox has quickly established himself as number one at Queen of the South and once again played the full match against FC Edinburgh. Queen’s won 4-1 but Fox will be slightly disappointed as FC Edinburgh scored in the 93rd minute from the penalty spot for a late consolation, taking away the keepers’ clean sheet.

    Max Johnston was an unused sub for Cove Rangers, as they initiated a late comeback against Partick Thistle at Fir Hill. Former Motherwell man Mark Reynolds scored a double late on to secure a point for Cove.

    East Kilbride were in Scottish Cup action against Deveronvale. Logan Dunachie was named in the starting 11 and in what turned out to be a lively Scottish Cup tie, East Kilbride progressed to the next round with a 4-2 win.

    Dunachie will not feature in East Kilbride’s round two tie against Caledonian Braves as the defender seen red in the second half after a conversation with the referee.

  • Women

    Motherwell 4-0 Glasgow Women

    Motherwell 4-0 Glasgow Women

    Motherwell strolled to a 4-0 victory over Glasgow Women on Sunday at K-Park. 

    Carla Boyce scored twice, with Amy Anderson and Lori Gardner also getting on the scoresheet in what turned out to be a well deserved win for the women of steel.

    It would be Motherwell who had the majority of the play in the opening proceedings as they created chances.

    They got their reward on 21 minutes when Boyce netted her first of the season after latching onto a through ball to finish past the keeper.

    Boyce again caused trouble in the Glasgow Women defence as she doubled the ‘Well’s advantage. Katie Rice’s precise delivery from a corner was met by Boyce to prod home the second.

    Gardner was next to get in on the action on 67 minutes. A piercing pass found the forward on the left hand side and the striker finished with ease to make it three.

    Motherwell found a fourth to round off a good afternoon’s work when A.Anderson cooly slotted home from the penalty spot on 84 minutes to secure a crucial three points for her side.

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    Motherwell 0 – 3 Hearts

    Motherwell 0 – 3 Hearts

    Motherwell somehow didn’t get on the scoresheet as Hearts netted three times to take the points back to the capital. 

    An Alan Forrest double with Lawrence Shankland scoring the opening goal, was enough for Hearts to cling on to the win despite a dominant Motherwell performance.

    Ross Tierney was first to go close for Motherwell in the early stages, as his low driven effort went inches past Craig Gordon’s post.

    With Motherwell continuing to create, it would be the away side who broke the deadlock. Shankland seen his initial effort saved by Liam Kelly but the striker made no mistake with his second effort. 1-0 Hearts.

    Blair Spittal and Paul McGinn created openings not long after but both couldn’t keep their efforts on target.

    Kevin van Veen was next to try his luck right on the stroke of half time, however the dutchman fired over the bar and it would be the Jambos who would had a narrow lead at the halfway stage.

    Motherwell came out of for the second flying and should have been level almost instantly.

    Spittal’s headed effort came crashing off the post and Paul McGinn looked certain to score from a tap in on the line but the ball somehow came off the upright and stayed out.

    Motherwell were made to rue missed opportunities as Hearts doubled their lead.

    Shankland again involved, laid the ball off for Forrest who curled the ball into the bottom corner past Liam Kelly. 2-0 Hearts.

    Despite going further behind, Motherwell continued to push for a goal that could bring them back into the match.

    Van Veen seen his strike expertly saved by Gordon and with the follow up, Louis Moult looked to have tapped in the rebound for the dream return to Fir Park. However the linesman’s flag was raised.

    Matt Penney had a go from 25 yards after a corner however the Scotland stopper was once again called into action to make a very good save.

    Seconds later, Penney would have another go from outside the box. This time the full back beat the keeper but not the crossbar and his effort came rattling off the woodwork.

    With Motherwell throwing men forward, Alan Forrest netted a third for Hearts to end the game as a contest.

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    Steven Hammell reacts to defeat to Hearts

    “We need to be more clinical if we want to progress and have a good season.”