| 2 | Celtic | 34 | 22 | 4 | 8 | 26 | 70 |
| 3 | Rangers | 34 | 19 | 12 | 3 | 34 | 69 |
| 4 | Motherwell | 34 | 15 | 12 | 7 | 24 | 57 |
| 5 | Hibernian | 34 | 13 | 12 | 9 | 13 | 51 |
| 6 | Falkirk | 34 | 13 | 7 | 14 | -5 | 46 |
Motherwell manager Graham Alexander believes his side are more than capable of coping with the pressure that sits on their shoulders going into the final two pre-split cinch Premiership fixtures.
He wants his team to focus on each game individually and forget about any thoughts about final league positions in the table.
Motherwell, using the money raised from the ‘Well In Scheme’ will be launching bags which contain items that will help young people with Autism enjoy the matchday experience and environment further.
Each bag contains a lanyard, fidget spinner, ear defenders, stadium map and a sensory fan.
The lanyard will allow stewards, other supporters and kiosk workers to be more patient and understanding.
Using the fidget spinner will allow the young person to combat the feeling of stress in an uncomfortable situation.
In the noisy environment of a football match, ear defenders will drown out some of the loud noises which can arise within the stadium during the game.
The sensory fan will allow the young person to communicate with whom they are attending the game with about how they are feeling.
The fan has visual aids which the young person can point to, which then relates to how they are feeling in that moment. The fan contains emotions such as “It’s too; hot, bright, crowded, loud.”
The stadium map will enable the young person to know where they are within Fir Park.
“Over the past couple of years, the Community Trust has worked with a number of local organisations to deliver football sessions for young people with autism,” general manager of the Motherwell Community Trust Dawn Middleton said.
“Sometimes they join our core programmes but often the autism sessions are the most supportive environment for them to enjoy the game.
“We have worked closely with Alan Burrows to identify how we can support young people to come to Fir Park on matchdays and feel safe and supported.
“These bags are just the first step towards delivering a more inclusive and supportive matchday experience for all our fans.
“We could not have achieved this without the support of the Motherwell supporters in the ‘Well In’ scheme.”
The Autism bags will be launching for the first post-split fixture at Fir Park and there will be a collection point at the Davie Cooper stand, one hour prior to kick off. The bags are aimed for Under 16s.
The third Lanarkshire derby of the SWPL1 season will take place at Fir Park.
Motherwell will take on Hamilton at Fir Park on Saturday 16 April. Kick off is 3pm.
The women of steel will play their first SWPL1 match at the Fir Park as they look to secure their third victory over their Lanarkshire rivals this season.
There will be free to entry to the stadium for the match. However, if you are able to, there will be buckets available for fans to place donations.
All profits will go towards the girls academy.
Fans will be located in the John Hunter stand for the match.
“This is a momentous occasion for the players and the club,” head coach Paul Brownlie said.
“Playing Hamilton was always going to be a big game, given the fact it is a derby match and it could be a game that defines where we finish this season.
“I am delighted that the players get the platform to go out and perform on a bigger stage.
“It will hopefully help raise the profile of the women’s game within Motherwell Football Club as we have worked very hard this season to push it on to the next stage.
“I hope the Motherwell fan base turn out in their numbers to help push the girls on in what will hopefully be a day and a game to remember.”
Motherwell captain Stephen O’Donnell says that every player has the belief that they can turn results in the cinch Premiership around and that this squad are up for the fight.
Motherwell had six first team players and two academy players representing their respective countries across the world over the March international break.
A regular in Steve Clarke’s Scotland squad, O’Donnell featured in both Scotland friendly matches against Poland and Austria.
Coming off the bench in the 67th minute at Hampden against Poland, the full-back earned his 25th Cap for his country. He won the free kick which Scotland went on to score. However, Poland equalised late on from the penalty spot after the referee controversially pointed to the spot.
O’Donnell once again started the match from the bench in Scotland’s second game against Austria in Vienna.
However, he got 30 minutes on the park after coming on for Nathan Patterson. Scotland went on to draw the match 2-2 after Jack Hendry and John McGinn had the visitors ahead.
Earning his first call up since September 2021, Liam Kelly was named alongside Craig Gordon and late call up Zander Clark as Steve Clarke’s goalkeeping options.
Named on the bench for both games against Poland and Austria, the 26-year-old will continue to push Craig Gordon for the number one jersey.
Billy Stark’s Scotland Under 19 group had three games in the UEFA Euro Under 19 Championship in Hungary.
Max Johnston was an unused sub for their first encounter against Turkey, where the Scots came away with a 2-1 victory.
He was a starter in Scotland’s second match against Hungary where he played the full match.
The versatile full back was again named in the starting 11 for their third match against Israel where he played the first half of the game.
Bevis Mugabi was once again in the Uganda squad as they travelled to Uzbekistan to play in a mini tournament to warm up for AFCON 2023 Qualifiers.
The centre half played the full match against Tajikistan, where Uganda won 6-5 in a penalty shootout. Mugabi didn’t feature in Uganda’s second match against Uzbekistan.
Northern Ireland were in action twice during the international period, playing against Luxembourg and Hungary in two friendly matches.
Donnelly was an unused sub in both matches. Northern Ireland picked up a 3-1 win against Luxembourg and were defeated 1-0 by Hungary.
Tierney was named in the Republic of Ireland Under 21s squad for their vital UEFA European Under 21 Championship match against group leaders Sweden.
Going into the game, they were four points behind Sweden having played a game less. Tierney was named in the starting 11 and scored the opener in the game, rifling home after 12 minutes played.
The Irish went on to double their advantage in the second half with Tierney playing the full 90 minutes.
Motherwell academy player Bailey Rice played 90 minutes in all three of Scotland’s Under 17 matches.
The Scots found themselves two down at half time in their first game against Czech Republic however grabbed two goals in the second half and managed to secure a vital point.
They were beaten 4-0 by Germany in their second match, but came away with a 6-1 victory against Georgia in their final game.
As a result, Scotland qualified for the Uefa Euro Under 17 Finals as one of the best-placed runners-up.
Lennon Miller also got plenty game time for Scotland’s Under 17s matches as helped them reach the Uefa Euro Under 17 Finals.
He played the full 90 minutes in their 2-2 draw against Czech Republic.
He was in the starting lineup for their second game against Germany and played 70 minutes before being substituted.
The midfielder was named on the bench for their final game against Georgia but came on and played the full second half to round off his Scotland duty this month.
Motherwell play Rangers in SWPL1 on Sunday at Alliance Park.
Kick off is 4pm.
There will be no tickets sold before the match on Sunday.
It will be pay at the gate only, with tickets priced at £5 for adults while kids go free.
Motherwell last picked up points in this fixture back in April 2019, when they drew 3-3 with the Glasgow outfit.
Rangers came out 5-0 winners last time the two sides played.
Motherwell staged a remarkable comeback in their previous outing, against Partick Thistle, coming back from two goals down. Kaela McDonald-Nguah grabbed her fourth and fifth goal of the season, while Gill Inglis also got on the scoresheet.
The ‘Well last picked up three points against Spartans in January.
Rangers are top of the league in SWPL1, two points clear of Glasgow City but also have a game in hand over City.
The Gers have a perfect record in the league stretching back to October 2021, where they drew 1-1 with Glasgow City.
Motherwell have signed 18-year-old forward Robbie Mahon.
The Irish youth international, a graduate of the Bohemians academy, has signed on an initial deal that runs through until June 2023.
“We are delighted to sign Robbie, who we believe is a player with excellent attacking attributes, and untapped potential at a young age,” manager Graham Alexander said.
“He’s very quick, he’s positive with a lovely left foot. His attitude means he’ll work exceptionally hard to make the steps needed toward becoming a first team player. We look forward to helping him do just that.”
Mahon has featured for the Republic of Ireland’s under 17s, scoring in a 6-0 victory over Andorra in 2019.
He was a main feature in Bohs’ SKB Under 17s and helped guide them to winning the Mark Farren Cup in 2019.
After graduating from the academy, he began his transition to first team football, making five appearances for the Bohemian’s first team in the 2020-21 campaign, three of which came in the league.
He was named on the bench for Bohemian’s UEFA Europa Conference League Qualifiers against Stjarnan, F91 Dudelange and PAOK at the start of the season.
St Mirren are the visitors in the cinch Premiership on Saturday.
Kick-off is at 3pm.
Tickets are now available to buy online or from the Fir Park ticket office. St Mirren fans are asked to buy directly from their club.
Pay at the gate is not available. Alternatively, call 01698 333333 or email tickets@motherwellfc.co.uk.
Ticket prices are:
| O’Donnell, Cooper & McLean (away) Stand | Price |
| Adults | £24 |
| Concessions | £17 |
| Juveniles | £3 |
| One adult + two kids | £28 |
| Hunter Stand | |
| Adults | £20 |
| Concessions | £16 |
| Juveniles | £3 |
| One adult + two kids | £24 |
– Concessions are listed as Over 60s, 16-18 year olds and full-time students with a valid matriculation card.
– Juveniles are listed as 15 and under.
Covid-19 certification checks will not be in place.
We would still advise that all fans take a lateral flow test before travelling to the match, regardless of their vaccination status.
In the UK and Ireland, you can buy a pay-per-view pass for £12. To buy, go to ppv.motherwellfc.co.uk.
If you’re based abroad, you can watch via subscription at live.motherwellfc.co.uk.
Both sides haven’t had the best of league form in recent times. The Steelmen are yet to win a league game in 2022 but home form has been good and Graham Alexander’s men will be looking to recapture that early season form.
Stephen Robinson’s St Mirren had a fine spell since the return to football in January but that has tailed off slightly with one win in their last seven games.
Games at Fir Park between the two sides have historically been tight affairs, and the two games this season have ended in score draws.
Both sides are level in the table on 36 points and with only two games before the split, a win would be vital for top six hopes.
Motherwell fought back from 2-0 down to draw 3-3 with Partick Thistle on Sunday at Alliance Park.
Kaela McDonald-Nguah scored two while captain Gill Inglis also got on the scoresheet.
Cara McBrearty scored from the penalty spot for Thistle, with Linzi Taylor and Teigan McCann also netting.
The deadlock was broken on six minutes, when Gill Inglis fouled in the penalty area and Thistle striker McBrearty took full advantage.
Thistle doubled their lead after 32 minutes. The ball was flicked through and Taylor finished cooly into the corner.
After finding themselves behind, Motherwell kept pushing to get the goal that would bring them back into the game, and on the stroke of half time they did just that.
McDonald-Nguah picked up the ball just outside the box and unleashed a fine strike which flew past the Thistle keeper. 1-2.
After half time, it was Motherwell who came out the traps flying. Inglis was fouled in the wide area and lined up the free kick. A looping effort which was destined for the top corner left the Thistle keeper helpless and the skipper levelled the game.
After coming back from 2-0 down, Motherwell were not finished. The women of steel were awarded a free kick which McDonald-Nguah converted. A fierce shot beat the wall and nestled into the bottom left corner.
However, their lead would only last a matter of minutes.
A ball into the box wasn’t dealt with and McCann was on hand to finish and level the score. 3-3.
There would be a chunk of added time at the end of the game, as Murron Cunningham was stretchered off after a suspected knee injury, but neither side could find the back of the net and the game would end in a draw.
Motherwell striker London Pollard has been called up to the Scotland Under 19s squad.
Scotland play three matches in round two of the UEFA Women’s Under-19 Championship.
The first match takes place on Tuesday 5 April, when the dark blues take on Kazakhstan at Ainslie Park.
They will then take on Estonia on Friday 8 April at Ainslie Park, before facing Kosovo at the Falkirk stadium on Monday 11 April.
London Pollard featured in Pauline Hamill’s previous Under 19s squad in February, scoring against Wales.
