The FIFA World Cup Qualifiers awaited the Northern Ireland Women’s National team, who were eagerly seeking to earn their first points of the qualification campaign. Manager Michael McArdle selected a 23-player panel for a home and away tie against the Malta National Team, with Forward Keri Halliday named amongst the squad.
The squad sought to secure their first victory of League B Group 2, with Switzerland and Turkey both level on six-points, as they chase qualification to the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil.
Starting the first-leg on home soil, Northern Ireland cruised to a commanding victory at Mourneview Park, with Halliday netting her first and second senior international goal, and assisted a third, as the hosts coasted to a four-nil advantage.
Later that week, under the scorching heat of the Maltese sunshine, both sides lined up for the reverse encounter, with Halliday again named in the starting XI. Northern Ireland made it six-points from six, defeating Malta four-two.
Scotland Under-19s – Sophie Townsley & Mia McArthur
The Scotland Under-19s came agonisingly close to qualification for the UEFA European Championships in Bosnia and Herzegovina this summer. Gary Doctor named midfield duo Sophie Townsley and Mia McArthur in his squad for the second round of qualifiers.
Scotland’s qualification campaign came down to the final day, with a victory over Norway securing their place in the last-eight in Bosnia and Herzegovina following an opening day victory over Austria, and a dominant display against North Macedonia.
The young team fought till the end, but a late consolation could only half the deficit, as the young Norwegian side earned a narrow 2-1 victory. Sophie Townsley featured in all three fixtures, starting two, and coming on as a second-half substitute in the final game. Mia McArthur unfortunately missed out on the final stage of the qualification campaign, after being ruled out of action with an injury prior to matchday one.
Scotland Under-23s – Mason Clark & Jenna Penman
Named in the 20-player flight to Murcia, Spain, defender Jenna Penman retained her place in the squad after receiving a late squad selection for the previous round over a month ago. Joining her on the flight to the Spanish coast would be midfielder, Mason Clark, who received her late squad selection following Kenzie Weir’s addition to the Scotland senior team.
Then National Team faced France in Matchday one before meeting Denmark in the final encounter at the Pinatar Stadium. Clark and penman were unused substitutes in the opening defeat to France before both receiving minutes as second-half substitutes against the Danes, with Clark scoring a penalty in a closely-fought shootout defeat following a goalless afternoon.
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Rangers: A sprint to the finish
15:30
Motherwell are back in action on Sunday 26 April, taking on Rangers at Ibrox in the William Hill Premiership.
All tickets for this game are physical so they must be collected at Fir Park prior to the game or can be posted out. Postage will be available until Tuesday 21st April.
Motherwell’s Fortunes
Motherwell will consider themselves unfortunate to come away empty handed from Tynecastle two weeks ago. A strong display saw Emmanuel Longelo open the scoring, before Hearts scored three goals with no reply to win the match.
It’s now five games without a win for the Steelmen, who will be looking for a similar performance to the one they produced at Ibrox last time out. A strong showing ended with no reward however, as Thelo Aasgaard’s goal the difference between the sides.
The Steelmen have recorded wins at Ibrox in their last two seasons.
Opposition Report
Rangers are right in the mix for the Premiership title this season and will be looking to keep up with the pace with their rivals. Their last defeat inside 90 minutes came against Porto in the Europa League back in January, with their last Premiership defeat coming against Hearts in December.
First team
Falkirk tickets now on sale
10:16
Tickets for our upcoming trip to Falkirk are now on sale to Season Ticket holders only.
You will be able to buy one ticket per season ticket.
Season ticket holders have until 9am Monday 27th of April to buy their tickets. Should any tickets remain, they will go on public sale.
Prices are as follows:
Adult – 25
Over 65, FT student & Ambulant Disabled – £19
Under 18 – £13
Under 12 – £5
All tickets for this game are physical so they must be collected at Fir Park prior to the game or can be posted out. Postage will be available until Tuesday 28th April.
First team
Koutroumbis: Why I wanted to stay
Saturday 18 April 2026
Johnny Koutroumbis has experienced a turbulent journey at Motherwell Football Club. Joining in the summer of 2024, he would miss months of action at his new club through injury and play limited minutes in his first season. Under Michael Wimmer’s management, Koutroumbis made six of his eight appearances in his maiden season in Scotland.
By the summer, Koutroumbis was looking to make a far greater impact in Motherwell colours as he looked to show the supporters in North Lanarkshire why he’d earned his big move from Australia to Scotland.
The second season has seen him feature 29 times across all competitions and open his goal account in ML1. Establishing himself as Jens Berthel Askou’s regular, Koutroumbis’ momentum was blocked by an injury setback in January, which saw the defender ruled out of action for a number of months.
Now in April, the recovery process is well underway, and the Aussie is setting his sights on a return to action when the time is right.
“It’s been very difficult, of course, watching from the sidelines and not being able to help the boys,” the defender explained.
“I’ve done some things on the pitch now, and it’s gone well so far. I’m just waiting for a few more things that I need to tick off before I can go to the next stage. There have been a few of us in the injured camp, and we’re all in the same boat. We all have a laugh up there together, and we all chat, which helps, but obviously everyone wants to be out on the pitch.
“As soon as it comes to having to put work, the minutes and the effort in, there are no complaints from anyone. We all have a job to do, and even if it’s just minimal things you’re told to do from the physios, you give it your everything. It’s good to see that the likes of Cookie [Regan Charles-Cook] and Callum [Hendry] are part of the team now. Callum has been out for a lengthy period of time, and I’m so glad for him that he’s back playing.
“Zach [Robinson] has done so well to cope with his serious injury. He’s always upbeat and the type of guy you need around you when you’re maybe not having the best day. I have a lot of admiration for how he’s dealt with his setback and worked his way through his recovery process.
“We all want to be playing, but it’s just part of the game. When an injury initially happens, it’s a blow. It feels like you want the ground to open up and swallow you whole. Once the emotions settle, and you realise it’s part of the game, you have to come to the realisation that there is a process you need to follow in order to get back out there. Sometimes it’s quicker, sometimes it’s slower, but either way, it’s a rollercoaster of emotions.
“You are employed by a club to go out there and train and play, and part of your identity as a footballer is to play football. When that’s taken away from you through injury, you do feel a bit lost. The emotions are high at the beginning, but when you start to integrate with the boys in the changing room and you get back out training, you feel normal again.”
Although a spell on the sidelines can be mentally and physically exhausting, Koutroumbis did receive some good news. His efforts and consistency this season earned him a new contract with the club, which will see him remain at Motherwell until 2028.
If he sees through that deal, it would mean the defender would be on the books at Fir Park for four years, a long duration for any modern player at a club. With that commitment comes optimism for the future. But for Koutroumbis, it wasn’t just about securing his own future and having stability; it was more about continuing to work with a club heading in an aligned direction.
“I’m over the moon,” Koutroumbis said.
“There is real excitement for what this club has planned in the future. The direction the club is going in, the standards being raised and the expectation that we don’t take a step back now are all key elements for me. We’ve proved it predominantly all season that any team can play football. Whether you’re a club that has a big budget or a low one, if you have players and coaches that are going in the same direction, that all think the same and give each other confidence, you’re in a very good place.
“It’s very rare to have so many aligned things in football, and when I was offered the contract, I couldn’t think of any place I’d want to be. I was so excited to stay here because I can see the direction the club is travelling in, and in football, that isn’t always the case. I actually didn’t realise until I came and played football in Europe that the turnover of players and coaches is quite frequent if the club isn’t performing.
“To have that stability is rare in Europe, and we can build layer on layer, set the foundation, and kick on from there. I was excited about what’s to come in the future. As I get older, you sort of look at football as not only the love and passion you have for the sport but also as the business that it is. If you think about businesses and if they don’t have clear directions or they have internal chaos, they won’t get the results they need. As a player, it’s a team sport. Each player has a role to play.
“If we can keep the boys here, the boys who have been here for just this year and even before that, it’s a big bonus. Boys know what it’s like within these walls. The standards don’t drop once we reach these expected levels. It’s hard to go backwards now. For boys coming in next year, they’ll quickly realise where the standards are. That’s what made me think it would be a good idea to stay.
“Money comes and goes, but if I want to play football for a long-term, I have to think about all of this. I love Motherwell. Scotland is a beautiful country, and I can’t wait for the next part of my story here.”
Koutroumbis has witnessed firsthand the journey the club has been on in recent seasons. Two years is a short time in any other professional industry, but in football, a lot can happen.
And it’s those changes that give him the hunger to strive for more in the near future.
“If one player thinks he can cut corners, he’ll be found out very quickly,” the 28-year-old added.
“Not that people do here. I just think there’s a cohesiveness within the team, and a lot of people have spoken about the direction we’re going in, but that correlates with everyone’s thoughts and mindset within the building, from the backroom staff to coaches, players and even the fans. I think what we’ve shown the fans is that we can play, and they expect us to play now.
“We can’t really go away from these things because this is what we expect now. It doesn’t mean that it’s going to stay the same every year because things do have to change at some point. Things will continue to evolve in a good way.”
With his future secure, an excitement within himself about his working environment and a drive to push forward, Koutroumbis takes a moment to reflect on his journey in the claret and amber.
Far from straight forward, far from his ideal plan and far from what he expected, he can allow himself a small moment of self-appreciation for coming through the hardship and hurdles with a smile on his face and a work ethic that would see him appreciated by supporters and teammates alike.
“Proud is maybe a good word to use”, he laughed.
“I guess I always backed myself. When I wasn’t playing in my first season, there was almost a bit of delusion on my part. I was trying to delude myself into thinking this is not what you are as a footballer. You’re not a bad player. There’s a reason you’re in Europe playing for Motherwell. But it was a tough time.
“It just boiled down to consistency. Showing up every day and giving your best. As long as you give your best, you can go home and you’ve got no reason to look back and have regrets. Even if it’s just been training or a session in the gym. You just have to give it your all. And if it doesn’t work out, then fine. But I can look myself in the mirror and say that I’ve done everything I could.
“I didn’t read too many comments from my contract extension announcement, but the ones that I did see online were positive. I was quite honoured to see so many good things said about me. It just goes back to doing your best out on the pitch. When you get older, you think about what goes on beyond the matches.
“You also experience life a little bit more. And for people that come to the games, it’s not nothing. It’s not like they’ve all rocked up at the same time and they’re getting in for free, with free food and drinks when they’re in the stadium. It’s not the case. People sacrifice money, time and effort to come here, and that’s when they win, lose or draw. So, why would anyone go out there and not try their best for these fans?
“I appreciate their appreciation of my hard work and effort.”
His second season at Fir Park is one he’ll remember with great fondness. Part of a team who created a new club-record for home clean sheets, beat Celtic for the first time in over a decade, and achieved a top-six finish for the first time in four years. But there will also be a hint of what could have been for Koutroumbis.
But that is purely on a personal level and is a mark of his character. 2025/26 was a season of great achievement, but when the momentum was firmly in his favour, his January injury prevented the ending to the campaign that he would have wished.
“It’s a shame because I felt like I could have kept kicking on,” he explained.
“There were goals I had for this season that I wanted to accomplish. Some I have managed, others I haven’t. Unfortunately, with this injury, I felt I could have reached more, but that’s not to say the season is finished. Overall, I did what I could. Sometimes I could have done more, and those are the small regrets I look back at.
“For example, some stuff I tried maybe didn’t come off in games, but that’s where I’ll keep working. Overall, I’m pleased with how it’s gone this season. It’s set the bar for me for next year, and I want to increase my numbers further. Whether that’s minutes, goals or assists. It’s been a good season, but I want to do a lot better than what I’ve done so far, and I’ve got another two years to prove to myself that I can.
“There’s a level of comfortability knowing that I’m going to be here for another two years. So, that’s another two years working hard, putting my head down to push forward and hopefully be part of a very successful football club.”
First team
Five named in PFA Team of the Season
Friday 17 April 2026
For the first time since 2012/13, Motherwell have more than one player in the PFA Team of the Season.
Calum Ward, Paul McGinn, Elliot Watt, Elijah Just and Tawanda Maswanhise have all been voted by their fellow pros as part of the best 11 players in the William Hill Premiership this season.
Well done, lads!
Calum Ward
With an injury to Aston Oxborough during pre-season, the responsibility of first-choice goalkeeper fell onto Calum Ward’s shoulders. Despite arriving in February 2025, Ward made his Motherwell debut in the opening match of the season against Clyde in the Premier Sports Cup.
The shot-stopper never looked back from that point onwards, and despite an added pressure of playing in a unique and demanding possession-based system, Ward has thrived and gone on to break club records.
With 20 clean sheets to his name, Ward overtook Darren Randolph’s record of most clean sheets by a single keeper in a season, a record that had stood since 2011. The Steelmen also went on a run of nine consecutive clean sheets at Fir Park this season, also setting a new club-record.
A remarkable maiden campaign in Motherwell colours, Ward has excelled between the sticks as he leads the way for the Golden Glove in the William Hill Premiership this season.
Paul McGinn
Known as Mr Consistent by the Motherwell supporters, captain Paul McGinn has bounced back from a fluke injury season last term and has led by example this season.
Fitting seamlessly into the Jens Berthel Askou system, McGinn is a prominent feature in the backline that has kept 22 clean sheets this season, making 35 appearances across the full season, missing just two Premiership matches in 25/26.
His leadership and calmness have helped Motherwell become the second-highest team in the Premiership for average possession, with the Scottish defender seeing the ball for large parts of the game. At 35, this is his first time in the PFA Team of the Season, highlighting just how strong a season he’s had.
Elliot Watt
A less than successful stint in Scottish football last season with St Johnstone did not deter Elliot Watt from coming back up north of the border for a second crack.
Known already for his skill on the ball and ability to link the team, Watt has shown everyone in Scotland what he is capable of this season. His exceptional passing stats have him near the top of most metrics for positive passes and moves into the final third, but the midfielder has also aided in the goals department.
Scoring five goals this season, which included the second in a 2-0 win over Celtic, attention on the 26-year-old has grown over the last 12 months, with many intrigued about his inclusion in the Scotland squad in the coming months. But for now, Watt continues to be at the heart of everything that is good at Motherwell FC, and he takes his place, rightfully, in the PFA Team of the Season.
Elijah Just
A summer arrival, Elijah Just came in as an unknown quantity but quickly established himself as a starter in Jens Berthel Askou’s side.
What really got him noticed was a scintillating display against Hearts at Tynecastle in August, where for 89 minutes, both sets of supporters were in awe of his close control, tireless work ethic and ability to find pockets of space all over the pitch.
As the season has gone on, Just has been an integral player in the system and a standout most weeks. Having played 38 games so far in all competitions this season, Just has 15 goal contributions across the campaign. Seven goals, including a crucial last-minute winner against Livingston, and eight assists, the joint third highest in the William Hill Premiership, are just the stats on the surface of his sublime season.
Appreciated by Motherwell supporters and admired by other fanbases, Just has caught the eye of everyone this season.
Tawanda Maswanhise
In his first season at Motherwell, Tawanda Maswanhise showed promise and was a bright spark in the side. In his second season, he has become the talisman for the side.
He currently boasts a record of 17 goals in 30 William Hill Premiership matches as he fights it out with Benjamin Nygren, Claudio Braga and Lawrence Shankland for the golden boot.
With 22 club goals in all competitions this season, Maswanhise has caught the headlines for all the correct reasons this season. His pace, strength and lethal finishing have caused every team’s defensive backline major issues during the 2025/26 season.
He joined the 20-goal club at Motherwell following his brace against Dundee United in February, which brought him into a special group of MFC legends, including Michael Higdon, Willie Pettigrew and Dixie Deans.
First team
Player of the Year Voting now open
Thursday 16 April 2026
Voting for all the categories at our Player of the Year event are now open.
Season Ticket holders and Well Society members will now be able to cast their vote for Goal of the Season, Player of the Year, Young Player of the Year and Women’s Player of the Year.
Please check your inbox for all the details on how to vote. If you haven’t received an email with the details in the NEXT THREE WORKING DAYS on how to vote AND you are either a Season Ticket holder or Well Society member, please contact press@motherwellfc.co.uk.
Please check your spam/junk email before getting in touch.
Goal of the Season
The vote for the goal of the 25/26 season opened earlier this week. You can now vote for your favourite goal the Steelmen have scored this season, with 11 goals to choose from.
A- Maswanhise v Morton
B- Charles-Cook v Aberdeen
C- Watt v Dundee United
D- Just v Aberdeen
E- Watt v Livingston
F- Longelo v Livingston
G- Watt v St Mirren
H- Maswanhise v Kilmarnock
I- Bjørgolfsson v St Mirren
J- Slattery v Dundee
K- Watt v Falkirk
Need a refresher of the goals? Click here before voting, or watch the video above.
Player of the Year
The big one that every player wants to win. Following a fantastic first season under Jens Berthel Askou, there are ten nominees for the Player of the Year award for 2025/26.
Nominees are:
Calum Ward
Stephen O’Donnell
Paul McGinn
Stephen Welsh
Emmanuel Longelo
Callum Slattery
Lukas Fadinger
Elliot Watt
Elijah Just
Tawanda Maswanhise
Who gets your vote? Check your emails to have your say.
Young Player of the Year
It’s also been a wonderful season for our younger players in the squad. This season, players aged 23 or under and have started a match, are automatically nominated for our Young Player of the Year award.
Those nominated are:
Matty Connelly
Tom Sparrow
Oscar Priestman
Luca Ross
Tawanda Maswanhise
Ibrahim Said
Women’s Player of the Year
Iain Robinson and the Women of the Steel are on track to remain in the top-flight this season, following a great run of results.
Motherwell FC and the Well Society have signed a maiden Working Together Agreement.
The document sets out how both the club and the Well Society can work for the benefit of both organisations.
The agreement sets out a clear, shared framework for how both organisations will work in partnership, united by shared values, defined roles and a collective ambition to succeed.
Signed at Fir Park on Saturday 4 April as part of Well Society Week, the agreement represents a significant step forward in strengthening governance, collaboration and delivery across the club and its majority shareholder.
The document formally defines the roles and responsibilities of both the Motherwell FC Board and The Well Society Board, establishes a structured route to a medium-term strategic plan and introduces a clear framework for delivery and accountability.
The document was prepared by:
Kyrk Macmillan – Club Chair
Grant Jarvie – Club Board
David Macfarlane – Club Board/Well Society
Derek Watson – Well Society Chair
Martin Grey – Society Board
“This is an exciting time for Motherwell Football Club, and this agreement builds on the strength of our structure,” Chairman Kyrk Macmillan said.
“It provides clarity, structure and shared purpose as we continue to move forward together. With both boards aligned, we are in a strong position to drive performance, deliver our strategy and build a sustainable and successful future for the club.”
“This is a defining moment for fan ownership at Motherwell,” Well Society Chairman Derek Watson stated.
“The Working Together Agreement ensures that the voice of our members remains at the heart of decision-making while providing a clear and professional framework for how we collaborate with, strengthen and support the club’s growth. It’s about trust, transparency and ambition for the future.”
The signing formed part of Well Society Week – a celebration of fan ownership at Fir Park – including the launch of the Society’s ‘Own it. Grow it’ – aimed at increasing membership and strengthening supporter investment.
Well Society Membership starts from just £5 per month for adults and £24 per year for Junior Steel members.
Our football club is heading in a new direction. The journey so far has had thrills and spills. But we’re not finished and we’ll continue to evolve.
We want you to join us on the journey and this is your opportunity to do it for the cheapest price.
Season tickets for the 2026/27 season are now on sale.
You are able to renew or purchase your season ticket for the upcoming campaign here.
We’re once again offering you the opportunity to get your season ticket at a discounted price, with this offer running until 5pm on Monday 1st June.
Season ticket holders have until Monday 15th June at 10am to secure their seat.
Renewing?
If renewing, login to your ticketing account.
You should then have a notification to ‘renew now’ on your profile.
Then select ‘add to basket’ and follow the on screen instructions to complete the transaction.
Buying New?
It’s easy to buy new. Head here to our online ticketing platform and then press ‘season tickets’.
You’ll then be given the option to choose where in the stadium you would like to sit.
From there, you can create yourself an account and then buy your season ticket for the 2026/27 campaign.
Alternatively, call us on 01698 333333 or email tickets@motherwellfc.co.uk.
WHAT’S DIFFERENT THIS YEAR?
As you have probably noticed, there has been a complete refresh with regard to the pricing and categories this season. It was noted two season ticket campaigns ago that there had been an effort made to make pricing fairer for all, regardless of what stand you were purchasing for.
With these inconsistencies in mind, the club took the decision to refresh the pricing and categories. This is to ensure all prices are aligned with the same prices for Motherwell fans in all three home stands, which we felt is fairer for all. The only category not included in this is for children’s season tickets, which are cheaper in the Davie Cooper Stand.
There was significant time spent analysing the gate prices for Category B matches, which the majority of the matches at Fir Park are classified as. We wanted to ensure all prices were the same throughout the stadium so that all categories were paying the same price.
This detailed approach of trying to help supporters feel that their prices are fairer around the stadium has also meant that a season ticket holder will receive a minimum of a 20% discount on match day pricing. All season ticket holders will receive a minimum of four games free in comparison to gate pricing.
Many season ticket holders will benefit from a reduction in the cost of their season ticket in comparison to the 2025/26 pricing. Whilst not everyone will see a reduction in their cost, the maximum increase a supporter will have to pay is £25, which equates to £1.31 a game.
A new pricing category has been introduced for those aged between 18 and 22. The reason for this introduction is to assist with the significant price jump for those moving from the 18-21-year-old category last season to full-priced adult. This will create further savings to this age group of up to 39% on last year’s prices.
PRICES
For those renewing their season ticket from 2025/26, concession tickets are for anyone aged 60 and over. For those buying new in 2026/27, it’s 65 and over.
The over 60 concession is for those who currently have this price class, it won’t be valid for any renewing Adult season ticket holders who are now 60.
In addition, concession prices also apply to full time students with a valid matriculation card.
The Early Bird discount will end at 5pm on Monday 1st June.
Hospitality
Upgrade your experience and watch the match in style with one of our renowned hospitality packages at a discounted price.
Centenary suite
91 Lounge
Cooper box
Pay bar
Comp bar
2 x drinks
Cat A (Celtic & Rangers)
N/A
N/A
N/A
Cat B
£60
£100
£60
Season Ticket Holder Discounts
Aroma Coffee Shop
10% discount on full price menu
(44 Stewarton Street, Wishaw ML2 8AN )
Slava Café
10& discount on full price menu
(24 Brandon Arcade, Motherwell, ML1 1RU)
North Lanarkshire Gyms
£31.99 membership +1 additional adult for the same rate
Tim Hortons
20% discount on full priced food
(504 Windmillhill St, Motherwell ML1 2AF )
Drewbury Snax
10% discount on orders over £10 in the shop
(151 Windmillhill St, Motherwell)
Ruben Pet Store
10% discount on in-store purchases
(218, Mosshall Street, Motherwell ML1 5HX )
Well Deli
20% off food on matchdays and 10% throughout the rest of the week (£10 minimum spend)
224a Airbles Street, Motherwell
Tony Macaroni
25% off a la carte menu, Monday-Sunday
(352 Brandon Street, Motherwell, ML1 1XA)
Strength Shop
10% discount- to claim, email a photograph of 26/27 season ticket to support@strengthshop.co.uk
Hamilton Racecourse
15% off all private party/function packages
Soul Suites
15% off all services at East Kilbride branch. Quote code MFC when booking
Hampton by Hilton Hotel, Hamilton
15% discount off BAR rate
(Bothwell Road, Hamilton)
MOTHERWELL DISABLED SUPPORTERS ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP
The club and the Well Society have been working closely these last 12 months to help try and improve the matchday experience for all supporters attending Fir Park.
The Motherwell FC Disabled Supporters Association have also been evolving. Significant improvement and long-term visions are being put into action to allow all fans to enjoy their time at our home.
Our voices are being heard, and through continued hard work from members and those within the club, we are striving for continual improvement of facilities. Members of the DSA are regularly invited to meetings where you will have the opportunity to speak to club staff about any concerns or issues.
For just £10 per year, which is payable alongside your season ticket, disabled supporters, both wheelchair and ambulant, will have access to away match tickets within disabled areas together with car parking, where available.
If you wish to join the MFCDSA, your £10 can be handed in to the ticket office.
This season has surely been memorable for everyone involved. Board members, administration, ground staff, coaching staff, players, volunteers, club members and supporters have really come together and enjoyed a season to be proud of.
As I sit in my office under the main stand at Fir Park and look forward to game day, knowing that right above my head the stands will come alive, vibrant with joy and excitement, pushing and cheering us on, I have a small moment of reflection. The support has always been a key pillar in this club. In good times and in difficult times.
However, the rise of numbers joining in to support us this season has been incredibly special, and it’s something we cannot take for granted.
While we are trying our very best to maximise the outcome of this season, we are also fully committed to laying the foundation for the future. We want and need to grow as a football club. Balancing the foundation for long-term success and stability with producing results today is the hardest thing in football. Looking for shortcuts to immediate success can prove to be counterproductive for long-term development. However, we need to always strive for having both in mind when we make decisions. And to do that we need your continued support. Maybe more than ever.
Football clubs are very emotional institutions and environments. The importance of having grounded and steady support through spells of change cannot be underestimated.
Many clubs have started a similar journey to ours but failed and then gave up before the benefits come to the fore, where doubt and frustration are then replaced with hope and dreams of something better.
When engaging with the new generation of fans, as well as lifelong members of this wonderful football club, I sense that the transformation has been worth all the emotional ups and downs. Taking the temperature inside our club, it feels like a very healthy place. Hopefully this will continue for many years to come.
When we return next season, the bar has been set higher. Expectations have grown. Dreams will be bigger. A guarantee for better results will still be something we can never give, but we will do our very best as always. Our best to excite you. To entertain. To be brave and fearless. To take any opponent on with the same mindset of dominating and driving the game. To build the club and develop the stars of the future in Scottish and European football. And to do it all with you. The supporters. Hopefully in even bigger numbers. That would be my dream.
And when I wake up from that dream, I hope the reality will be even better.
Mon the Well!
Jens Berthel Askou
Well Society
Join the Well Society and be part of a growing movement of Motherwell supporters making a real difference to the football club and its community.
From representation on the club board to closer collaboration across all levels of the club, the fan voice isn’t just welcomed — it’s shaping the future of Motherwell FC.
As membership continues to rise, the Well Society is evolving — becoming more active in supporting and investing in the club’s success on and off the pitch. Fans are being heard through surveys and feedback, helping drive improvements to the matchday experience. Projects like the contribution to Mrs Baillie’s Bar show how supporter backing delivers lasting benefits for everyone, while our Society Mobile App helps connect fans near and far.
The direction is clear: greater alignment, stronger cooperation, and an evolving commitment to building a better club for all.
This season, don’t just support Motherwell — help shape what comes next.
I think when we look back on the 2025/26 season, we will all remember it fondly. The players and staff have performed to such a high level and delivered some incredible moments and results. From day one you, the fans, bought into what we were trying to achieve and got right behind the team on and off the pitch, and the support has been incredible both home and away.
We set a new club clean sheet record, achieved a top-six finish for the first time since 2022, beat Celtic for the first time in a decade, and much more. We also achieved a club record transfer fee and lost one of our best players prior to the start of the season.
Whilst all of that has been fantastic and helps the club financially, one of the biggest success stories for me is the number of supporters we have seen join us at Fir Park and on the road consistently all season. When I joined the club in 2024, one of my biggest aims was to reconnect supporters with the team and club as a whole. I have had a number of people tell me their story of how they have returned to Fir Park, having been away for a number of seasons. This has been fantastic to hear.
As expected, the journey hasn’t been straight-forward and there have been some bumps along the way. But I think we’re now at a stage where our direction of travel and the identity we want to possess are quite clear for everyone to see, and I think for a supporter, that is vital.
We’re on this path now, and as an Executive Board, we’re working continuously to push the football club forward. We’ve continued to work very closely with the Well Society, our Community Trust, and the Disabled Supporters Association to improve the matchday experience as much as possible. There are a number of ongoing projects that we hope to reveal more details about in due course.
Summer planning is well underway for next season and beyond. The groundwork has been put in place, but we’re always striving for more. And as we now launch season tickets for next season, I would urge everyone who is able to purchase one and get ready for 26/27. We’re never standing still at Motherwell Football Club, and with every season ticket sold, you help us unlock more doors for the future.
Our identity is set out. Our development as a club has been clear. Our direction of travel is transparent. Now we need you with us. Bring on another new season.
On behalf of everyone at the club, we thank you for all your support.
All the best,
Brian Caldwell
Chief Executive
Looking to Spread the Payment?
If you wish to spread the payment of your Season Ticket, we are offering the opportunity to pay by a monthly standing order payment.
You can pay your ticket over a maximum of six standing order payments directly to the club, with no interest payments or fees, providing full payment is made by December 2026.
To select this option, you MUST contact the club directly and then complete some paperwork.
Please visit the Fir Park Ticket Office to arrange.
Go Digital
A digital Season Ticket for the 26/27 campaign will again be available.
Existing Season Ticket holders can continue to use their physical Season Ticket card but if you would like to change to a digital Season Ticket, you will need to select this option when purchasing your Season Ticket(s) and your physical card will become void.
If you opt for the digital version, you will receive information by email on how to add your Season Ticket to your digital wallet after you have completed your purchase.
FAQ
Where can I find my customer number? – Your customer number is at bottom of your season card on the left-hand side under your seat details.
I can only see my season ticket renewal, but I have others with me. How do I buy their seat(s)? – There is a guide here on how to add other season ticket holders to your network.
What if I would like to move seat or stand? – Please renew your current seat and then contact the club on the 15th June to be relocated.
Do I need a new season card? – If your price class and seat details remain the same, you will use the same 25/26 season card. If your price class changes, for example Young Adult to an Adult ticket, or a change of seat, you will be issued with a new season card prior to the new season.
Can I use both a digital season ticket and a physical card throughout the season? – You can only use a digital season card or a physical card. You cannot have both options.
I have renewed/purchased a season ticket and asked for the digital season ticket, when do I get this? – We will email all digital season tickets ahead of the season starting, so please keep an eye on your emails.
I have purchased more than 1 season ticket and we want them digital, how do we get the digital cards? – Each season ticket holder who has selected their digital season ticket will receive an email. If multiple season ticket holders have the same email address on their accounts, each season ticket will be emailed individually to that email.
NEED HELP?
If you need assistance with using our online ticketing website, a guide can be found here.
Alternatively, call us on 01698 333333 or email tickets@motherwellfc.co.uk.
First team
Goal of the Season Vote 2025/26
Tuesday 14 April 2026
Voting for the 2025/26 goal of the season award is now open.
Season Ticket holders and Well Society members will now be able to cast their vote for their Goal of the Season.
Please check your email inbox for all the details on how to vote. If you haven’t received an email with the details in the NEXT THREE WORKING DAYS on how to vote AND you are either a Season Ticket holder or Well Society member, please contact press@motherwellfc.co.uk.
Please check your spam/junk email before getting in touch.
The choices are viewable on the video above, and are as follows:
It would take a special performance for Motherwell to go to league leaders Hearts and come away with all three points.
And after some openings in the first-half, the Steelmen attacked the second period with bravery and ambition. Emmanuel Longelo popped up with the opener early into the second-half, and from there, Motherwell could and probably should have been out of sight.
Elliot Watt, Tawanda Maswanhise, Elijah Just and Longelo all had opportunities but couldn’t convert. And those missed chances would come back to bite Jens Berthel Askou’s side, who would go on to concede three goals in the final 30 minutes for the second time at Tynecastle this season.
A controversial moment would decide the game once again, but with a clinical edge, Motherwell could have had the game done by that stage.
