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We had three players away representing their country during this international window, let’s find out how they got on. 

Tawanda Maswanhise

Tawanda Maswanhise was called up by Zimbabwe, who appointed Marian Marinica as their new manager ahead of these two friendly matches against Algeria and Qatar.

The Warriors were using these two games as vital preparation for their AFCON campaign starting next month. Maswanhise was named in Marinica’s first team as the new boss, with the winger playing the first-half against Algeria.

Zimbabwe lost the first match against Algeria 3-1. In their second match against Qatar, Maswanhise was not involved in the squad. Zimbabwe came from behind to defeat Qatar 2-1 in their second and final match of the window.

Elijah Just

Elijah Just was back in action for New Zealand, as they also prepare to play in a major tournament next summer in the 2026 World Cup.

New Zealand travelled to America to take on Colombia and Ecuador. Just started the first match against Colombia and played over 70 minutes before coming off. Going 2-0 down in the game, New Zealand pulled a goal back with ten minutes to go but couldn’t find the equaliser and lost out 2-1 on the night.

Just started in New Zealand’s second match against Ecuador. Just played over an hour for his country, with Ecuador winning 2-0.

Regan Charles-Cook

Regan Charles-Cook travelled to Grenada for their one match this month. Grenada faced off against the US Virgin Islands in a friendly match on home soil.

Charles-Cook started and was the star of the show for his nation. With his side 1-0 up, the Motherwell winger added a second and third in the first-half, before assisting Zade Douglas for a fourth goal. The US Virgin Islands pulled one back in the second-half but it was an impressive display for Charles-Cook, who played 73 minutes.

We can confirm that our upcoming home fixtures on Saturday 20 December 2025 vs Dundee, and Saturday 24 January 2026 vs Kilmarnock in the William Hill Premiership have been granted a licence by North Lanarkshire Council for the controlled sale of alcohol at these matches.

As part of this initiative, alcohol will be available for purchase within the Tommy McLean Stand Concourse/Kiosk for away supporters and the Davie Cooper Concourse/Kiosk for home supporters at Fir Park from:

• 1pm to 2:30pm on 20 December
• 1pm to 2:30pm on 24 January

These sales will be managed in full accordance with licensing regulations, with appropriate security and stewarding measures in place. The aim of this initiative is to explore how a managed approach to alcohol sales can contribute to a positive and safe matchday experience.

We’d like to remind supporters that alcohol may only be consumed within clearly designated areas and not in sight of the pitch, and all activity will be confined to clearly designated and monitored areas. Regular matchday safety protocols remain unchanged.

We hope this will add to the enjoyment of the matchday experience for supporters, and we appreciate your cooperation and support as we participate in this limited trial. We will provide further updates ahead of each fixture.

For queries, contact: Suzanne.Reid@motherwellfc.co.uk

There are no more breaks for the Steelmen as they head straight into a busy winter schedule that starts at Rugby Park on Saturday 22 November against Kilmarnock.

Kick off is 3pm.

How to follow the game

Away End tickets will be available in the Chadwick Stand only, if an away supporter purchases a home end ticket, they will be denied entry.

Tickets are non-refundable, non-transferable and T&C’s apply.

Ambulant & Carer tickets: £25 (Carer Free of charge if in receipt of carer’s allowance).

Under 18 Ambulant & Carer tickets: £15 (Carer Free of Charge, if in receipt of carer’s allowance)

To purchase ambulant & carer tickets please contact the ticketing team on tickets@kilmarnockfc.co.uk or call 01563 545311

If you require assistance, please contact the ticketing team at tickets@kilmarnockfc.co.uk or call 01563 545311.

Motherwell’s Fortunes

Motherwell have been in strong league form coming into this match. The Steelmen picked up seven points from a possible nine before the international break.

Sitting on 15 points after 11 matches, Jens Berthel Askou’s side have only tasted defeat twice in the league campaign.

Kilmarnock away has proven to be a tricky fixture for Motherwell. The Well’s last victory at Rugby Park came in February 2021, thanks to an Allan Campbell strike. Since then, it’s been four defeats and two draws in the six matches played.

Opposition Report

Kilmarnock have endured a difficult run of results in the league recently. It’s been five losses in a row for Killie since their last win at the start of October. However, during that run they have played Celtic, Rangers and Hearts.

Stuart Kettlewell’s side have a number of players absent through injury at present and are dealing with a difficult situation regarding goalkeepers at the club. With first-choice keeper Max Stryjek unavailable, 22-year-old Eddie Beach made his Killie debut last month, having had very little first-team experience in his career so far.

Tobi Oluwayemi was recruited on a seven-day emergency loan two weeks ago and played in Kilmarnock’s defeat to Falkirk, but with the loan expired, Beach becomes the only fit first-team goalkeeper at the club.

David Watson continues to prosper for Kilmarnock, scoring three goals this season and having only missed 11 minutes of league action all season.

Coming into October, Motherwell had four fixtures ahead of them. Taking on Champions Celtic, a home match against Falkirk, travelling to Livingston and then rounding off with a midweek clash against Dundee United at Fir Park. 

All eyes were on the Steelmen as they travelled to Glasgow, with many keen to see if they would alter their possession-based football approach at Parkhead.

A short break would be next before facing newly promoted and highly impressive Falkirk at Fir Park as Motherwell looked to build momentum going into the semi-final of the Premier Sports Cup.

It was then the short journey to West Lothian for Jens Berthel Askou’s side, as they faced off against another promoted side in Livingston. October ended with a crucial Wednesday night match with Dundee United at Fir Park.

Elliot Watt has won his second successive G4 Claims player of the month award. 

Picking up the award for his impressive displays in October, Watt opened his account for the club with a fine strike against Dundee United.

Playing every minute of every match during October, Watt continues to shine in the heart of our team.

Well done, Elliot.

Our calendar signing event is back again this year. 

The first-team squad will be in the Centenary Suite at Fir Park on Tuesday 9 December to meet fans and sign autographs.

Doors will open at 6pm.

Just turn up on the night at the front door of the Centenary Suite to see the squad.

Calendars can be purchased from the club shop now, either in store or online at motherwelldirect.co.uk.

We have a number of players out on loan at present. Let’s see how they have been getting on. 

Matty Connelly

Matty Connelly returned to Motherwell to cover for the injury of Aston Oxborough. During his stay with Airdrie, Connelly made 11 appearances, keeping three clean sheets.

He signed off with a 1-0 win over Arbroath in his final match before returning to Fir Park. Airdrie parted company with their manager Danny Lennon after a turbulent spell in charge.

Scott Williamson

Scott Williamson has continued to feature for Cowdenbeath. He is now on 11 appearances for the Lowland League side, featuring across the backline.

He has started in four of Cowdenbeath’s last five matches. The match he didn’t feature in was due to suspension after the defender was sent off against Caledonian Braves.

Cowdenbeath remain mid-table and are only eight points off of fifth place.

• Appearances: 11
• Assists: 2

Ewan Wilson

Ewan Wilson has played a further two matches for Raith Rovers since our last update, taking him to a total of five appearances for the Rovers.

He has three starts to his name this season and was a half-time substitute in his last outing against Morton.

In a tightly congested Championship league table, Rovers are currently sixth. Only six points separate third from seventh in the standings. Barry Robson has left the club, with Paul Hanlon taking on a player-manager role.

• Appearances: 5 
• Clean Sheets: 2

Olly Whyte

Olly Whyte has started three of Stenhousemuir’s four matches since our last update and played the final ten minutes in the fourth match.

Winning one and drawing three, Stenhousemuir remain in the promotion playoff spots. Only eight points separate first to seventh in the table.

Whyte is now on 16 appearances this season for Stenhousemuir, starting 13 of those matches. Stenhousemuir were due to play Dumbarton in their final league-phase KDM Evolution Trophy match on Tuesday night, however the match was postponed due to the weather.

• Appearances: 16
• Goals: 1
• Assists: 1 

Nathan Lawson

Nathan Lawson made a big impact in recent weeks, scoring two goals in his last three matches for Cowdenbeath.

He has played in another three matches since our last report, featuring twice off the bench and earning his third start of the season in his last outing.

Lawson scored his first Cowdenbeath goal against Gala Fairydean at the start of November in a 2-2 draw. He then started against Civil Service, playing 84 minutes and scoring one goal in the 4-1 win.

• Appearances: 10
• Goals: 2

We have three players away representing their country over the next couple of weeks. Find out where they are playing.

Elijah Just

Elijah Just returned to the New Zealand squad this month, having missed out on the October action through injury.

New Zealand have two friendlies lined up during this international window, both against South American opposition as they look to step up preparations for the 2026 World Cup.

First up, it’s Colombia on Sunday 16 November in Florida. They then face Ecuador on Tuesday 19 November in New Jersey.

• Colombia v New Zealand 
• Sunday 16 November 
• 12:00am Kick Off 
• Chase Stadium, Fort Lauderdale, Florida

• Ecuador v New Zealand 
• Wednesday 19 November 
• 1:30am Kick Off 
• Sports Illustrated Stadium, Harrison, New Jersey

Regan Charles-Cook

Regan Charles-Cook and Grenada have one match during this international window.

They play US Virgin Islands in a friendly match on Saturday 15 November. These sides haven’t met since 2021, when Grenada won 1-0 on the day.

• Grenada v US Virgin Islands 
• Saturday 15 November 
• Kick Off 12am
• Kirani James Athletics Stadium

Tawanda Maswanhise

Zimbabwe are playing their final two matches ahead of AFCON in December.

Michael Nees left his role as manager and has been replaced by Mario Marinică ahead of the tournament. Marinică has named Maswanhise in his first squad as the boss, for friendly matches against Qatar and Algeria.

Zimbabwe take on Algeria on Thursday 13 November in Jeddah, before travelling to Doha to face Qatar on Monday 17 November.

• Algeria v Zimbabwe 
• Thursday 13 November
• Kick Off 4:30pm
• Jeddah, Saudi Arabia 

• Qatar v Zimbabwe  
• Monday 17 November
• Kick Off 4:30pm
• bin Khalifa Stadium at Al-Duhail Club, Doha

Looking to show a strong mentality following a heavy defeat in the Premier Sports Cup semi-final last weekend, Motherwell travelled north to take on Aberdeen for the third time this season. 

Having got the better of the Dons in the first two meetings, Jens Berthel Askou was looking for a similar outcome this time round.

Dominating possession, Callum Slattery had the best chance of the first-half, with the midfielder blasting an effort towards goal, but Mitov was able to tip it over.

The second-half continued in the same fashion, but Motherwell failed to make possession count and could only watch as Jesper Karlsson raced forward and smashed into the net to open the scoring.

Thankfully, Slattery and Elijah Just were on the ball to respond quickly from a quirky corner kick routine just minutes later. The draw ensured Motherwell stretched their unbeaten run in the league to three games, making it seven points from a possible nine.

The manager gives his thoughts on drawing with Aberdeen at Pittodrie.

Elijah Just strike cancelled out Jesper Karlsson’s opener as the Steelmen go three unbeaten in the league.