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‘Well defender Ben Heneghan is prepared for a “massive” clash with Inverness Caley Thistle on Saturday afternoon.

And as the Steelmen head in to the last match before the split, the Englishman admitted that he feels him and his team are due some luck.

Speaking to the press this morning, the 23-year-old reflected on an unfortunate run as he looked ahead to the weekend.

Ben said: “Saturday is massive. We’re not where we want to be in the league but I think we’re more than capable of pushing on and putting a string of results together.

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“We need to get some points on the board now because in the last few weeks we haven’t had a lot of luck.”

He added: “In the Rangers game the keeper put on one of the best displays of goalkeeping I’ve seen.

“The save the other day at Partick and the goal against Hamilton too – so hopefully the luck turns in our favour.”

You can watch Ben’s full interview on MFC TV’s official YouTube channel.

A look back at a memorable fixture between the Steelmen and Dundee ahead of this weekend’s crucial encounter at Fir Park as the post-split fixtures get underway. 

Wednesday, 11th February, 2004.

Jason Dair scored twice for the Steelmen as they won a thrilling encounter with Dundee 5-3 back in February 2004.

Despite the entertaining fixture it was a tough spell for both sides who were under administration at the time.

Neil Barrett put Dundee ahead at Fir Park from Sebastian Kneissl’s pass before now skipper Keith Lasley levelled after a miss by Alex Burns, who set up Dair to make it 2-1.

Barrett headed in his second of the game from a free-kick to level, but David Clarkson fired into an empty net to restore Well’s lead before Nacho Novo equalised from six yards.

Burns put Well 4-3 up after a cross by Dair, who then went on to seal the points courtesy of a Scott McDonald pass, which he duly drove home.

The opener came in the 11^th minute, when on-loan Chelsea striker Kneissl squared for Barrett to slot home from the edge of the six-yard box.

But Terry Butcher’s men hit back just three minutes later, when Clarkson cut the ball back to Burns, who fluffed his shot only for Lasley to fire home instead.

‘Well took the lead after 17 minutes when Dair met a Burns cross before firing past Julian Speroni from 12-yards out.

Barrett was back on the scoresheet for the visotors after 28 minutes. This time, he met Garry Brady’s free-kick with a diving header that left keeper Gordon Marshall with no chance.

The Fir Parkers didn’t have to wait too long for their third goal though, after Burns threaded the ball through to Derek Adams who managed to stab it into the path of Clarkson. The young striker made no mistake as he fired into an empty net with 50 minutes on the clock.

The game was back on level terms again when Novo finished from a tight angle eight minutes later.

But in a frantic spell, the Steelmen were back in front just two minutes later.

Corrigan’s long ball was met by Dair out on the right and he supplied the cross for Burns to finish.

Butcher’s side strengthened their lead and wrapped up the points with 17 minutes remaining. Dair collected substitute Scott McDonald’s pass just inside the area before driving past Speroni.

Motherwell: Marshall, Quinn, Corrigan, Craigan, Hammell, Lasley (McDonald ’53), Dair, Adams, O’Donnell (Bollan ’66), Clarkson, Burns.

Unused subs: Corr, Kinniburgh, Wright.

Attendance: 4,247

Referee: J Rowbotham

Motherwell’s post split fixtures for season 2016/17 have been announced by the SPFL.

‘Well will face Dundee at home on Saturday 29th April before Ross County travel to Fir Park the following weekend (Saturday 6th May).

Motherwell then cross the River Clyde for the final Lanarkshire Derby of the campaign on Saturday 13th May before a midweek home match against Kilmarnock (Tuesday 16th May).

The Steelmen will sign off the season with an away trip to Inverness CT on Saturday 20th May.

• Saturday 29th April (3pm KO): vs Dundee (H)
• Saturday 6th May (3pm KO) vs Ross County (H)
• Saturday 13th May (3pm KO) vs Hamilton (A)
• Tuesday 16th May (7.45pm KO) vs Kilmarnock (H)
• Saturday 20th May (3pm KO) vs Inverness CT (A)

There are countless tales of players who look back upon their time in the game and wonder if perhaps they had applied themselves a little more what they might have achieved.  That could never be said of Lee McCulloch however, who put the maximum he could into his career and was well rewarded for it. 

A product of the Motherwell youth set up, like several youngsters of the day he was farmed out to junior football, in Lee’s case at Cumbernauld juniors.

Very early in his senior career Lee almost grabbed the headlines as ‘Well faced MyPa-47 in the UEFA Cup. With seconds remaining and the tie locked at 3-3 on aggregate, Lee’s net-bound shot somehow clipped a post and rolled behind with ‘Well going out on away goals.

He netted his first Motherwell goals in a 6-2 win over Hibs in January 1998 but it was only under Billy Davies did he cement his place as a first pick. Benefiting from playing alongside quality strikers such as Owen Coyle, John Spencer and Don Goodman, McCulloch was showing immense promise and soon became a wanted man.

In March 2001 he joined Wigan for a reported £700.000, then the Latics record signing. Lee helped the Lancashire side progress from the third tier in English football to a 10^th place finish in the Premiership with a League Cup Final appearance along the way.

It was with Wigan that Lee earned the first of his 18 Scotland caps and he was involved in some famous wins, not least the 1-0 victory over France in Paris where he linked up fellow ‘Well youth graduates Stephen Pearson and match winner James McFadden.

After six seasons in England, McCulloch joined Rangers for £2.25m in 2007. By the time he returned north, Lee had moved deeper playing in midfield, and over time he would become a regular in the centre of defence. Prior to Rangers financial difficulties, he would win three top flight titles, three League Cups and two Scottish Cups with the Ibrox side.

Choosing to remain at Ibrox, ironically it was only his home-town club Motherwell who prevented him captaining Rangers from the Third Division to the top flight when ‘Well won the SPFL Premiership play-off in 2015.

Lee moved on to Kilmarnock in the summer of 2015 in a player-assistant manager capacity.  Having been number two to both Gary Locke and Lee Clark. McCulloch is now in his second spell as caretaker manager of the Ayrshire side.

Voting for the Young Player of the Year is coming to a close – so cast your votes now!

Our kit sponsors awards nights takes place on the 15th April at the Alona Hotel in Strathclyde Park and you can still cast your votes for this award before it closes at 1pm on Thursday, April 13th.

The award is sponsored by local Motherwell business Pachuco www.pachuco.co.uk who are a designer store specialising in children’s fashion.

Business owner Paul Marley said “We as a local business are really pleased to be sponsoring the award and helping our local community club.

We are looking forward to the night as we will be showcasing our latest trends and styles which you will be able to purchase there, in store or through our website.

We thank Motherwell again for the opportunity of helping local businesses and look forward to seeing so many others there on the evening”

You can learn more about Pachuco at their website here www.pachuco.co.uk and can cast your vote for the YPOTY on their Facebook page here https://poll.fbapp.io/fphbik

For tickets for the event please call 01698 33 33 33, adult places are £45pp with Juniors at £15

Carl McHugh has won the Motorpoint Player of the Month award for March, decided by you, the fans.

And now you have the chance to win something yourself – the opportunity to present Carl with his award!

Before the next home league clash on April 29, you will get to meet the Motherwell number 8, go trackside ahead of kick-off against Dundee and present the midfielder with his prize in front of the fans.

You will also be able to bring a friend to Fir Park because you’ll be awarded two complimentary tickets to watch the match.

Marketing and Fan Engagement manager Ryan Murrant said: “This has been a great hit among the fans, getting to meet the player himself, walking on the park ahead of kick off in front of a busy Fir Park crowd and of course winning tickets too.

“It’s a terrific chance for any supporter, and we would all like to congratulate Carl  on winning back-to-back Player of the Month awards.”

He added: “You’ll be presenting Carl with his great award and we would like to thank our friends at Motorpoint for helping us get our fans more and more involved. It’s something for the lucky winners to look forward to!”

To enter the competition, click here and follow two simple steps.

The Club’s annual Sponsors Event will take place within the Alona Hotel on Saturday 15th of April, and there are limited tickets left. 

All Player Sponsors will have already received their invitation to this prestigious event and a limited number of tickets have been released for public sale which are available at £45 per person.

Children can attend and dine at the event for a fantastic price of just £15, so don’t miss out!

A 3 course meal will be served followed by a short Q & A with the Management Team and a number of Awards on the night,  including the Sponsor’s Player of the Season Award.

Your host for the evening will be Fir Park favourite, Tam Cowan.

To book phone 01698 333 333 or email events@motherwellfc.co.uk.

Saturday 15th April

 7.00pm

Alona Hotel, Strathclyde Park

£45 per adult, £15 for children

Dress code: lounge suit 

After scoring his first goal for Motherwell in his first home start, Allan Campbell sits down with MFC TV’s Lewis Irons to discuss his memorable header. 

The youngster’s crucial, determined goal gave the Steelmen a 4-2 lead over Inverness Caley Thistle in one of the biggest clashes of the campaign.

Allan talks through his goal with Lewis in the latest edition of ‘Goal Zone’.

He said: “I’m still over the moon just now. At training all of the boys have been giving me praise which has been good and it’s not like me to score either.

“It’s great knowing that all of the boys want you to do well and it’s obviously a proud moment for me getting my first Motherwell goal.”

For more exclusive content, subscribe to MFC TV’s official YouTube channel.

Voting has opened for Motherwell’s Player of the Month for March – sponsored by Motorpoint.

Every month, ‘Well fans have the opportunity to cast their vote for who they think has put in the best performances.

‘Well played three games during the month, beating Kilmarnock at Rugby Park, losing narrowly to Aberdeen at Pittodrie and losing at home to St Johnstone; who did enough to get your vote?

Thanks to club sponsors Motorpoint, the decision is up to the fans, so cast your vote now.

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The post-split fixtures have been announced, and with the Steelmen set for three more home matches, don’t miss the chance to take in the final games of the campaign in style. 

First up, the ‘Well host Dundee in just under two weeks, followed by Ross County and then Kilmarnock in some hugely important Premiership clashes.

And with some outstanding offers available, we have something for everyone:

• Experience one of our post-split matches from the comfort of a box (adult and children packages available), the Centenary Suite for a sit-down 3-course meal or the Millennium Suite for hot snacks
• Season book holders can upgrade to hospitality from as little as £35pp
• Reduced pricing in place for our home match against Kilmarnock on Tuesday 16^th May

For more information, please contact: hospitality@motherwellfc.co.uk or phone 01698 333 333.