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Motherwell suffered another disappointing defeat at Pittodrie.

A Kevin van Veen penalty proved too little too late as the Steelmen lost 3-1 to Aberdeen

Steven Hammell made five changes from the side that lost 0-2 to St Johnstone midweek.

In came Max Johnston, Dean Cornelius, Blair Spittal, Jon Obika and James Furlong, replacing Shane Blaney, Olly Crankshaw, Kevin van Veen, Riku Danzaki and Callum Slattery.

Aberdeen had a good chance to take the lead after eight minutes when Duk turned O’Donnell in the box and forced a good save from the feet of Liam Kelly.

The Dons had two further chances to take the lead – MacDonald headed just wide from a corner and Ramadani forced another save from Kelly.

The home side took the lead two minutes before the break. Jonny Hayes hung up a cross to the back post and an unmarked Duk was on hand to head it into the net.

Motherwell came out in the second half and still couldn’t find a way through the Aberdeen defence and were two goals behind just after the hour mark.

Ramadani robbed Callum Slattery and played in Miovski who cooly chipped the ball over the onrushing Liam Kelly to give the Dons a comfortable lead.

That lead was extended minutes later when Miovski got his brace, tapping in Clarkson’s through ball.

Kevin van Veen got a consolation goal from the penalty spot after Matty Kennedy handled Danzaki’s shot in the box but it proved to be too little, too late for Motherwell who must pick themselves up for a big cup game next weekend against Raith Rovers.

“We didn’t create enough. When we get those big moments in the game, we need to be better.”

Kayla Jardine has joined on loan from Rangers until the end of the season. 

A centre midfielder by trade, Jardine has mainly featured for Rangers under 19s and is now looking for valuable minutes at first team level.

The 17-year-old is capped at Scotland under 15 to under 19 level, playing for the 19s a recently as March. She scored for her country in a 9-0 thrashing of Macedonia.

“I’m very happy we have got this over the line,” head coach Paul Brownlie said.

“Kayla has real potential and I feel like it’s a good fit for both club and player coming here at this stage in her career.

“We aim to give her the game time she needs and look forward to seeing her development.”

Calum Butcher has signed for Motherwell on a deal until the end of the 2023/24 season. 

The former Dundee United and Burton Albion man has returned to Scotland after an eight month stint at The Brewers.

Making 17 appearances in all competitions this season, Butcher becomes Motherwell’s ninth signing of the winter transfer window.

He has ample experience of the Scottish game after making 135 appearances for Dundee United over the course of two-and-a-half seasons.

“Similar to Dan, Calum is a player we have liked for a while and been monitoring closely,” manager Steven Hammell said.

“It adds some depth to the middle of the park but more importantly, he’s a different type of midfielder to what we have at the minute.

“He’s tough, determined to make a difference and has plenty knowledge on the league and the team.

“Unfortunately, today’s match against Aberdeen has come too soon due to him travelling up from England, but he will be able to get a good week’s training and see where we are next week.

Butcher will wear the number 66 kit this season.

Dan Casey is Motherwell’s latest signing.

The 25-year-old has represented Ireland at youth level and has over 80 appearances in the League of Ireland Premier Division.

Most recently at Sacramento Republic in America, the Irishman made 64 appearances in the States scoring four times.

In their U.S open cup campaign last season, Casey and second division Sacramento went on a remarkable run to the final beating MLS sides, San Jose Earthquakes, Los Angeles and Sporting Kansas before Orlando City beat them in the final.

Prior to his move to America, Casey was a main feature in both Bohemians and Cork City’s respective lineups after coming through the ranks at Sunderland.

“Dan has been someone we have been tracking for a while,” manager Steven Hammell said.

“He had a great season in America where MLS clubs were interested in securing his signature. We feel like we needed some cover in this area of the pitch with Shane picking up a knock in our most recent game.

“As I’ve said before, before I sign any player, they need to want to be here and that’s the case with Dan.”

Steven Hammell said that his side’s performance on Wednesday night against St Johnstone was unacceptable and the worst of the season. 

He mentions that he has discussed with his players about the situation that they currently find themselves in and that his players need to be ready to fight tooth and nail to rectify that.

A fundraising ‘Well Society Day’ will be held at Fir Park as Motherwell FC take on fellow fan-owned club Heart of Midlothian FC on Sunday 19 February 2023. 

The day has been planned as a celebration of “fan-power” to remind supporters of the difference they make to their respective clubs.

“We want to show our fans the massive part they play in Motherwell FC,” said Douglas Dickie, Co-Chair of the Society, “and what better way than to have a whole day dedicated to them?”

The Society will have a visible presence prior to and during the match, which kicks off at noon, to answer member’s questions and hand out goodies. They will also highlight recent achievements, such as the U17s Foyle Cup win, and demonstrate how the Society has brought people together through football.

As well as giving fans the chance to win a hospitality package for 10, a number of children from the Junior Steel club and the Foundation of Hearts will take to the field as mascots.

The Society will also be hoping for a fundraising boost via a bucket collection on the day, and to add to their 3500-membership base.

Douglas added: “We’re a club who punch above our weight on so many levels, and this is made possible through the generosity of our members. They are a crucial cog in our long-term vision of a fully integrated club. Anything we can do to make them feel valued is worth it.”

And whilst competition will be fierce on the park, off it there will be a chance for colleagues from the Well Society and the Foundation of Hearts – the majority shareholders in each club – to catch up.

“Fan ownership is a journey and we’ve helped each other out along the way,” said Douglas, “we’ll look forward to continuing this relationship.”

For more information, and to enter the hospitality draw, contact The Well Society on 01698 338009 or email: well.society@motherwellfc.co.uk.

Hearts are the visitors to K-Park on Sunday when they take on Motherwell in SWPL. 

Kick off is 4pm.

How to follow the game

Tickets for the match cost £8 for adults, with concessions and kids costing £3.

Cash and card are accepted at the turnstiles. There is no facility to buy tickets online before the match.

Story of the match

Motherwell picked up a hard-fought point in tricky conditions in Edinburgh last weekend, drawing 0-0 with Spartans.

Hearts picked up a 1-0 win at the Oriam the last time these two sides met but prior to that, Motherwell have enjoyed five wins out of the last six meetings against Hearts.

The Jambos are currently flying high in the SWPL table. They are fourth on 29 points, five points ahead of their rivals Hibernian who are sixth.

Jack Aitchison made his Motherwell debut in the cinch Premiership against St Johnstone on Wednesday, and despite training with his new teammates prior to the match, insists that he already feels at home. 

The forward joined from Barnsley on deadline day and says that one of the important lessons he has learned from being down South, is not dwell on a bad run of form. He says that mindset is needed here and feels like Motherwell have the ability and the courage to turn their season around.

We are back on the road with the long journey to take on Aberdeen at Pittodrie.

The match will take place on Saturday 4 February 2023.

Kick-off is 3.00pm.

Ticket Prices

To buy, click here to get your tickets online or visit the ticket office at Fir Park.

There will be no option to buy tickets at Pittodrie on the day of the game.

• This fixture has been selected as the AFC Community Trust fixture, meaning that £1 from every ticket for the Motherwell end will be donated by Aberdeen Football Club to the Motherwell Community Trust.
• Aberdeen have 4 pairs of tickets for wheelchair users and their carer’s. These tickets are priced at £12 for the wheelchair user, with the carer ticket free of charge.
• Ambulant disabled tickets are charged at the age-appropriate rate and again can be issued with a free carer ticket should the supporter require it.
• There will be no sales on the day.  Tickets must be purchased in advance.

How to follow game online

If you are outside the UK, you can watch the game via Motherwell TV.

Should you be in the UK, it will be live commentary only.

The Story of the Match

It currently stands at one win each in the head-to-head this season.

‘Well were victorious last time out at Pittodrie in August – coming from behind to win 3-2 with goals from Spittal, Slattery and Van Veen.

Both sides will be looking to bounce back from midweek defeats, with Aberdeen under the temporary management of Barry Robson following Jim Goodwin’s departure last week.

Match Officials

• Referee: Kevin Clancy
• AR1: Sean Carr
• AR2: Andy Milne
• Fourth Official: Peter Stuart
• VAR: Graham Grainger
• AVAR: Graham McNeillie