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Morgan Hay has joined the club for the 2023/24 season. 

The former Hamilton Accies forward is our third addition of the summer window.

“We had targets who we wanted to get in this summer and Morgan was most definitely one of those,” head coach Paul Brownlie said.

“She has experience in this division and we feel, she has real quality and ability that can help progress this team.

“Another signing that will add competition for places in the team and that is what we want as it will push others in equal measure.”

Motherwell got pre-season up and running with a 0-1 win over HSC Haaksbergen in Holland.

An own goal from Mika Schrijver just before half-time proved to be the difference between the two sides as Stuart Kettlewell aimed to get much needed minutes into the players legs following a four-week break.

The Steelmen started the game with a blend of youth and experience, with a starting eleven that included five academy graduates.

On a bobbly pitch, chances were few and far between in the opening stages. Blair Spittal had the first sighter for the Steelmen with a free-kick which tested the keeper from 25-yards.

Spittal would be involved in the action on 33 minutes when Conor Shields’ cutback found the number seven who smashed his strike against the crossbar.

Motherwell eventually got the breakthrough on 45 minutes. A neat Lennon Miller pass down the channel found Joe Efford, playing for the first time since October 2022 who drilled the ball across goal and it was eventually knocked home by defender Schrijver.

Nine changes were made at the break as only Bevis Mugabi and Lennon Miller continued for the second 45. On came Connelly, O’Donnell, Maguire, Blaney, Garcia, Slattery, Tierney, Trialist and Obika.

Substitute Obika almost made it 2-0 on 53 minutes when the striker’s effort just went wide of the mark.

Ross Tierney also seen his strike trickle past the post after a well-worked move involving Stephen O’Donnell, Callum Slattery and Trialist before Slattery had a go from the halfway line with minutes to go.

The match would end 1-0 to get Motherwell underway for 2023/24, with a loud and colourful travelling support behind them.

Manager Stuart Kettlewell reflects on a 1-0 win over HSC Haaksbergen in their first match of pre-season in Holland.

Our match against HSC Haaksbergen on Tuesday 27 June, will now take place at Sportpark de Wildbaan in Borculo. vv Reünie.

Entry for fans remains free of charge with kick-off remaining at 7.30pm local time.

The full address is below:

V.V. Reünie

Sportpark de Wildbaan

Haarloseweg 13

7271 BV Borculo.

We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former manager Craig Brown. 

In the winter of 2009, Craig Brown was named as manager of Motherwell, with Archie Knox as his right hand man.

Manager of the Scotland national team, Clyde and Preston North End prior to his arrival, Brown arrived following the departure of Jim Gannon and was tasked with guiding the side for the rest of the campaign, with the Steelmen clinging on to sixth place in the table.

Appointed on 28 December 2009, Brown would immediately sign John Ruddy on loan, alongside last-minute hero, Lukas Jutkiewicz in the winter window.

Brown would go on to win back-to-back manager of the month awards in January and February, his first two full months in charge.

In his time at Motherwell, Brown orchestrated an inspirational comeback against Hibernian in May, when Motherwell found themselves 4-1 and 6-2 down during the 90 minutes.

The game would re-write the record books and finished 6-6 thanks to some last minute heroics from Jutkiewicz.

Brown and Motherwell would travel to Ibrox in their last game of the 2009/10 season, where once again, his side showed immense levels of character to produce another comeback at Ibrox against Rangers. Finding themselves 3-1 down, Motherwell fought back to 3-3 to end Brown’s first campaign in charge of the club on a positive note, although they would miss out on European football, finishing in fifth place in the table.

As a result, Craig Brown guided Motherwell back to the European stage.

Brown and Knox would take Motherwell on a true European adventure that summer, beating Breiðablik of Iceland, Aalesund of Norway and would face Odense of Denmark in the playoff round.

Many moments were created for ‘Well fans, including Tom Hateley last minute free-kick in Denmark, that will live long in the memory of every supporter.

Having guided Motherwell to Hampden and the semi-finals of the League Cup, Brown departed the club in December 2010, bolstering an impressive 46.86% win record in his time at Fir Park.

An icon and influential figure of Scottish football, Brown will forever be remembered for his astonishing achievements within the game and likeable character on and off the pitch. He will be missed by everyone.

The thoughts and condolences of everyone at Motherwell Football Club are with Craig’s family and close friends at this very sad time.

Introducing the Motherwell FC home kit for the 2023/24 season. 

You can pre-order your kit here.

The kit shows off a truly traditional Motherwell FC look and feel.

Our iconic claret hoop returns to the middle of the shirt, which makes it’s way round the back of the shirt.

A claret round neck collar and claret cuffs containing amber and white, with a subtle box pattern throughout the shirt.

Claret shorts with amber and white details down the side, accompanied by amber socks with claret folds.

G4 Claims are our new official front-of-shirt sponsor.

In the biggest deal of its kind for the Club, the G4 Claims logo will move from our back of shirt partner to become the main name on the front of the men’s first team shirts for the next three years

G4 Claims is an award-winning business based in Wishaw providing services to the whole of Scotland. They started in November 2009 and have grown ever since, offering the quickest, most reliable and friendliest service to anyone involved in a non-fault accident.

G4 Claims are a family-run company with strong links to the local community and their philosophy has always been and always will be, to look after customers to the highest possible standard. Customer service is crucial to the success of G4 Claims and they strive to improve this every day.

Click here for full details on G4 Claims and their portfolio of products – which include G4 Podcast Studios, G4 Hire and G4 Marketing.

We also continue to raise awareness of a vital message close to the club’s heart, with North Lanarkshire Suicide Prevention on our sleeve for another season.

TCL will also remain our main sponsor on the shorts.

Footasylum stay as back of shirt sponsor alongside new addition Phoenix Specialist Solutions whose logo adorns the bottom of the back of the shirt.

Social care organisation and national charity, Blue Triangle, see their logo remain on the front of the Women’s shirt.

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Midfielder Harry Paton has returned to Motherwell on a two- year deal.

The Canadian, 25-year-old, was Stuart Kettlewell’s first addition at the club back in April and made seven appearances towards the latter stages of the 22/23 season.

He made his debut for Motherwell at Easter Road against Hibernian, when he came on early in the second half and went on to play 40 minutes, his first minutes back on the pitch in 11 months.

“Harry showed signs of real quality last season,” manager Stuart Kettlewell added.

“Signing when he did, was really difficult as he had to get up to speed really quickly and help us get over the finish line.

“Now he has the summer to prepare physically and mentally and I’m really looking forward to working with him again.

“He gives us real quality in the middle of the pitch and I have a really good relationship with him personally.”

Picking up a groin injury that ruled him out for the last two games of the season, Paton has signed up for the next two seasons and is looking forward to picking up where he left off.

“It’s great that I’ve been given this opportunity,” Harry Paton said.

“I really enjoyed my short stint here last season and I’m now just focused on getting going again.”

Dean Cornelius has joined League Two side Harrogate Town. 

He played over 50 games for the club, scoring two goals.

The club offered Dean Cornelius a new contract for the upcoming season, however the 22-year-old wanted to pursue opportunities away from Fir Park.

We want to thank Dean for his efforts and wish him well for the future.

Kaitlyn Canavan has joined Motherwell. 

Canavan joins having been with Partick Thistle for the first half of last season.

The 22-year-old is a forward but can also operate in the wider areas of the pitch.

“I feel like I needed a new challenge and fresh start,” Canavan said.

“I was here before when I was younger so I’m glad to be back and finally get this over the line. I feel ready to hit the ground running and see what we can achieve this season.”

Canavan becomes Paul Brownlie’s second summer signing.

“This a great feeling, to eventually confirm Kaitlyn’s arrival at Motherwell,” head coach Paul Brownlie said.

“She has shown incredible levels of professionalism and patience during the whole process and now she can get down to business.

“She has proven herself at the top level and she’ll bring real energy a goals to the team.”