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    Next up: Glasgow City (A)

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    Women’s international review

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    Scottish Cup Semi-Final tickets are on sale

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    Motherwell 0-3 Hibernian

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    Five players named in Scotland squad

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    Paul Brownlie: “Last weekend was a reality check for the squad. We have to consistently perform at our best to compete in the top-six.”

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    Motherwell academy recruiting coaches

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    Next up: Hibernian (H)

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    Scottish Cup Semi-Final date confirmed

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    Chelsie Watson: “We must give a better account of ourselves”

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    Next up: Glasgow City (A)

    Next up: Glasgow City (A)

    Motherwell will contest a Scottish Cup Semi-Final preview, as they travel to Glasgow to face opponents Glasgow City in the third post-split fixture of the 2024/25 SWPL campaign. 

    The women of steel will return from the international break, looking to build on their positive yet frustrating display against league leaders Hibernian over a fortnight ago.

    Motherwell were defeated by three-goals to nil, but could leave East Kilbride encouraged by their competitive and closely-fought display.

    The Tale of the Tape 

    Motherwell 

    Motherwell return to domestic action this weekend following a fortnight-long international break, with the women of steel keen to kickstart their top-six campaign after opening post-split defeats to Rangers and Hibernian.

    Paul Brownlie’s side fought the league leaders closely at K-Park last month, but couldn’t capitalise on their attacking threat shown throughout the vast majority of the second-half.

    Scotland internationals Mason Clark, Lucy Barclay, Brodie Greenwood, Eilidh Austin, Louisa Boyes and Jenna Penman will all return to action after representing the under-19s and 23s squad respectively.

    Glasgow City

    Glasgow City remain firmly in the hunt to restore their place at the top of the SWPL, with the Springburn outfit sitting three-points behind league leaders Hibernian

    Ticket Information 

    Adult – TBC

    Concession – TBC

    Under-11s – TBC

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    Women’s international review

    Women’s international review

    We had six players away on international duty this month. Here’s how they got on. 

    Mason Clark

    Mason Clark represented the Scotland U19-squad in a triple-header of Euro Qualification matches, with the youngster totalling 89-minutes in a comfortable 4-0 victory against the Czech Republic at Broadwood last Wednesday, before adding another 65-minutes against Spain at the weekend. Clark started the final Group A5 match against Switzerland on Tuesday.

    Lucy Barclay

    Defender Lucy Barclay was a double second-half substitute over both games against the Czech Republic and Spain. Barclay played a total of 38-minutes across both games, and supported the Scots 4-0 victory in Cumbernauld. Barclay then received her first start against Switzerland on Tuesday evening.

    Brodie Greenwood

    Hearts loanee Brodie Greenwood played a vast majority of the U19s fixtures, receiving 65-minutes against Czech Republic before competing an additional 79-minutes against Spain the following weekend. Greenwood started alongside her teammates in the defeat to Switzerland.

    Eilidh Austin

    Striker Eilidh Austin featured in both Scotland U23 fixtures, starting against Portugal in a 5-4 victory on penalties following a 0-0 draw after coming on as a second-half substitute in their opening friendly match with Denmark.

    Louisa Boyes 

    Midfielder Louisa Boyes made her first appearance in a Scotland jersey, earning her first cap in the National Team’s victory over Portugal after being named in the starting XI at the Pinatar Arena on Sunday.

    Jenna Penman

    Defender Jenna Penman started alongside her Motherwell teammates in Sunday’s victory over the Portuguese, with the 22-year-old earning her second cap in the U23s squad.

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    Scottish Cup Semi-Final tickets are on sale

    Scottish Cup Semi-Final tickets are on sale

    Tickets for our Scottish Cup Semi-Final tie against Glasgow City at Hampden Park are now on sale. 

    Tickets must be purchased in advance through The Scottish FA ticketing website.

    A detailed guide on how to purchase tickets are available below:

    LOG IN/CREATE ACCOUNT 

    • Click the link HERE to take you to The Scottish FA ticket Shop. By clicking on this link, you will be taken directly to seats within the Motherwell support. Supporters should use promo code ‘MOTHERWELL_25″
    • If you have purchased tickets from the Scottish FA before, please enter your email and password.
    • If you have never created an account, select the CREATE A NEW ACCOUNT button at the bottom of the log in page.

    SELECT SEATS 

    • From the SEAT MAP, you can scroll or zoom into the available section(s) to pick seat(s).
    • Once you have selected the number of seats, from the grey box below, you can click on the individual ticket and select a PRICE BAND.
    • Once you are happy with your selection(s), click ADD TO BASKET.

    BASKET PAGE 

    • You can review and/or modify your seat selection from this screen.
    • Once confirmed, click the BUY NOW button.

    ORDER SUMMARY 

    • In this section, you can assign the tickets to a friend or family member if you wish. Please note, if you enter in detail for a friend or family member, the ticket will be sent to their email address.
    • If you wish to have all tickets on one device, you can select your name under each ticket. 
    • Once confirmed, select PROCEED TO PAYMENT. Enter your card details and select PAY NOW.

    HAMPDEN PARK TICKETS APP 

    Closer to the match, you will receive instructions to download the Hampden Park Tickets App. You must use the same email address as your account on The Scottish FA Ticket Shop to log in or register.

    If you already have the App, you will receive a push notification informing you that the tickets are ready.

    Detailed instructions on how to use the App can be found HERE.

    A revolving QR code will appear on your app on the morning of the match to allow entry into the stadium.

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    Motherwell 0-3 Hibernian

    Motherwell 0-3 Hibernian

    The women of steel held their own in a tense and closely-fought encounter with the league leaders, but were defeated by three goals to nil, as Hibernian twice capitalised on collective mistakes from the hosts at K-Park on Sunday. 

    Rosie Livingstone broke the deadlock with the final kick of the first-half minutes after the allocated amount of injury-time had already been played. A pivotal moment for the women of steel that changed the complex of the tie. Michaela McAlonie made it two midway through the second-half, punishing a cheap turnover in possession to compound Motherwell’s frustrations. Despite dominating much of the latter stages, Motherwell couldn’t find a route back into the game, and Kirsty Morrison added a third to seal all three points for the league leaders.

    Head Coach, Paul Brownlie made five-changes from the side that were defeated by Rangers over a fortnight ago. Goalkeeper Emily Mutch replaced Rebecca Cameron between the sticks, as Gill Inglis, Eilidh Austin, Sophie Black and Amy Sharkey all returned to the starting XI. Defender Shannon Leishman was unable to face her parent club.

    Both sides fought closely throughout the entire first-half, with neither able to find the upper-hand until the final kick of the opening 45-minutes. Despite injury-time already fulfilled, Hibs lofted an enticing delivery from the left-flank across the face of goal, and the women of steel couldn’t clear their lines, as Livingstone forced home from close-range.

    As the second-half resumed, Motherwell gifted the visitors a second. Caught in possession at the middle of the park, Hibs countered with pace, before eventually finding an opening which McAlonie graciously accepted.

    Despite the scoreline, Motherwell continued to grow into the contest, with Austin forcing several excellent stops from Scotland international Erin Clachers.

    Bailley Collins also came close, with a laser-guided strike from distance, that narrowly evaded the Hibernian crossbar. Motherwell toiled in the final stages, but Hibernian sealed the game, with a third. Another quick counter-attack had Motherwell racing back towards their own-goal, and Morrison comfortably slotted a low-strike beyond Mutch into the bottom-right corner.

    Motherwell will return to action after the international break, with Lucy Barley, mason Clark, Brodie Greenwood, Eilidh Austin, Louisa Boyes and Jenna Penman all selected to represent the Scotland under-19 and under-23 squad respectively.

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    Five players named in Scotland squad

    Five players named in Scotland squad

    Amy Sharkey, Sienna McGoldrick and Sophie Black have all been named in the Scotland Under-19 squad, with Louisa Boyes and Eilidh Austin both selected to represent the Under-23s. 

    The under-19 trio will travel across Scotland, as they look to continue their impressive displays in the dark blue, whilst Boyes and Austin will fly to the Spanish coast of Murcia.

    Scotland under-19s will face Czech Republic, Spain and Switzerland in a triple-header of UEFA European Championship Qualifiers, as they start their Group E campaign in Cumbernauld on the second of April.

    Matchday One

    • Scotland vs Czech Republic.
    • 02/04/2025
    • Kick-off: 11:00AM.
    • Broadwood Stadium.

    Matchday Two 

    • Scotland Vs Spain.
    • 05/04/2025
    • Kick-off: 11:00AM.
    • Kirkintilloch Community Sports Complex.

    Matchday Three 

    • Scotland Vs Switzerland.
    • 08/04/2025
    • Kick-off – 3PM.
    • The Falkirk Stadium.

    The Scotland Under-23 squad will face Denmark in matchday one, before facing either France or Portugal in a double-header of friendly matches.

    Matchday One

    • Scotland v Denmark.
    • 03/04/2025
    • Kick-off: TBC
    • Pinatar Arena.

    Matchday Two 

    • Scotland v France/Portugal.
    • 06/04/2025
    • Kick-off: TBC
    • Pinatar Arena.
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    Paul Brownlie: “Last weekend was a reality check for the squad. We have to consistently perform at our best to compete in the top-six.”

    Paul Brownlie: “Last weekend was a reality check for the squad. We have to consistently perform at our best to compete in the top-six.”

    Motherwell faced an unfortunate reality check in their maiden matchday in the top-six of the Scottish Women’s Premier League, after being overcome by the attacking pressure of title-chasers Rangers, and forced to concede defeat at K-Park. 

    “Last weekend was a reality check for the full squad,” Head Coach Paul Brownlie said.

    “We understood the magnitude of the task ahead of us when we achieved our place in the top-six. Facing full-time sides on a weekly basis requires a strong mentality, especially when the other five-sides are all battling for the league title.

    “We have demonstrated the capabilities within the squad against the strongest sides in the league, but the opening game against Rangers clearly fell below the standards we set collectively as a group.

    “We couldn’t establish our rhythm in the game, and in those moments; teams like Rangers can pick you apart with the attacking quality at their disposal. We have to learn from it, we can’t just sit and reflect on the result, we are working hard on the training pitch to prepare for the fixtures ahead.”

    After comfortably securing their top-six place and status as the best part-time team in the country, the squad have sought to surpass their initial end of season objectives, by setting additional goals.

    “We’ve set additional target for the squad to achieve,” Brownlie added.

    “We’ll keep these internally, but after reaching our season-long objectives of a place in the top-six and the Scottish Cup Semi-Final, we wanted to continue to build upon that motivation from the squad, and continually push their limits.

    “We have a really honest and committed group of players. Immediately after full-time against Rangers, they wanted to get straight back onto the training pitch to put things right.

    “We have another nine-league games remaining, and we are treating each one as a final. That has to be the mentality and approach within the squad, especially as we build up to another competitive fixture against Hibs this weekend.”

    Sunday’s visitors will be keen to swiftly rebuild their confidence after a rampant Rangers side drilled five past the Edinburgh-outfit in the Sky Sports League Cup Final at Fir Park last weekend. The league leaders will head to East Kilbride looking to maintain their two-point lead in the SWPL table, but Brownlie insists that the squad are capable of a momentous result.

    “Hibs will be an incredibly tough test, but one we are ready for,” Brownlie explained.

    “They are top of the league for a reason, and will be heading to K-Park with a point to prove after the defeat in the Sky Sports League Cup Final.

    “We performed well in our previous meeting in Edinburgh. We looked sharper and unfortunate not to capitalise on spells of dominance in the game. Hibs were clinical when the chances fell their way, and ultimately that’s why they are top of the league.

    “If we start on the front-foot and are clinical in the final-third, we can achieve a momentous result. We hope to see you all there supporting the team on.”

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    Motherwell academy recruiting coaches

    Motherwell academy recruiting coaches

    The Motherwell youth academy is expanding and we are recruiting coaching staff to join. 

    Working closely with the highly experienced Motherwell coaching staff through regular in-service training, there will be opportunities to progress within the club.

    We are looking for someone who can inspire and motivate players, has good communication skills, good knowledge of the game and has high standards.

    The candidates must be reliable, ambitious, creative and be positive role models for the players. A minimum SFA C-License will be required.

    If you are interested or would like further information, please contact paul.brownlie@motherwellfc.co.uk

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    Next up: Hibernian (H)

    Next up: Hibernian (H)

    Motherwell will return to action to face league leaders Hibernian in the second post-split fixture at K-Park on Sunday. 

    Looking to redeem themselves following a frustrating opening top-six display against Rangers, the women of steel will return to league action this weekend, as they welcome league leaders Hibernian to East Kilbride.

    The showdown in South Lanarkshire will be key for the squad, as they look to get off the mark in the top-six.

    The Tale of the Tape 

    Motherwell 

    Paul Brownlie’s side will be firmly focused on redemption after a frustrating and thought-provoking defeat to Rangers just under a fortnight ago. The women of steel battled hard throughout the early stages, and were unfortunate not to receive a penalty-kick, as Louisa Boyes was aggressively brought down by the Rangers goalkeeper the penalty area, but Rangers attacking prowess soon shone through, as they coasted to a comfortable advantage.

    The tests won’t come much easier for the women of steel, as they turn their attention to league leaders Hibernian this weekend.

    Motherwell will have a strengthened line-up this weekend, as Rangers loanees Sophie Black and striker Eilidh Austin both return to contention after being ineligible in the last matchday to face against their parent club.

    Hibernian

    The visitors head to South Lanarkshire in fine form, sitting comfortably at the top of the SWPL table, two-points clear of nearest rivals Rangers in second. The Hibees will head to K-Park keen to rectify their performance after conceding the Sky Sports League Cup Final to Rangers last weekend.

    Ticket Information 

    Adult – £8

    Concession – £3

    Under-11s – FREE TO ENTER

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    Scottish Cup Semi-Final date confirmed

    Scottish Cup Semi-Final date confirmed

    Motherwell will face Glasgow City in the Semi Final of the Scottish Cup on Saturday 26 April following confirmation from the Scottish FA. 

    The women of steel secured their place in the final-four after defeating SWPL2 side Boroughmuir Thistle in the previous round.

    Paul brownlie’s side will face SWPL title-chasers Glasgow City in the penultimate matchday, with kick-off at 12.15PM.

    Ticket information will be communicated to supporters in due course.

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    Chelsie Watson: “We must give a better account of ourselves”

    Chelsie Watson: “We must give a better account of ourselves”

    Motherwell’s long-awaited first matchday in the top six of the Scottish Women’s Premier League failed to live up to aspirations, as the women of steel were dismantled by title-chasers Rangers in East Kilbride last weekend. 

    Motherwell battled relentlessly till the final whistle in their maiden top-six encounter, but the part-time side ultimately couldn’t sustain their defence against the rampant Rangers frontline, as the visitors secured a comfortable victory at K-Park. A Katie Wilkinson hat-trick, braces from Camille Lafaix and Kirsty Howat, with a single-goal from Rio hardy secured a harsh victory for Rangers.

    Defender Chelsie Watson acknowledged the frustrations of their opening post-split match, but remained adamant that the squad are capable of competing with the best in the country.

    “We let ourselves down in that game,” Watson acknowledged.

    “We have earned our place in the top-six and our status as the best part-time team in the country, but we want to continue to progress. We don’t want to just accept just being in the top-six as our ceiling, and struggle through to the end of the season.

    “Facing full-time teams will always be a tough daunting task, but we have previously proven our standards against Rangers, Celtic, Hearts, Hibs and Glasgow City – achieving some huge results during that time. Playing these teams on a weekly basis within the top-six is where we want to be as a squad. We want to be competing with the best, and continually developing our performances on the pitch.

    “We have earned the right to call ourselves a top-six team, but we have to now kick-on and be competitive in that environment. Ultimately, with four teams chasing the title, every point and goal can be the difference maker, so we understand that everyone will be on their finest game, but we have an opportunity to demonstrate what we’re capable of.”

    It has already been a historic campaign for the women of steel, with Paul Brownlie’s side achieving their first-ever place in the top-six of the SWPL whilst returning to Hampden Park for the first-time since 2022, as the women of steel achieved another place in the Scottish Cup Semi-Final, but Watson remained adamant that the squad aren’t there to make up numbers.

    “We have come a long way this season,” Watson explained.

    “Earning a place in the top-six was an incredible achievement in itself, but to also have our day at Hampden Park next month is immensely special to the entirety of the squad. We’re not there just to enjoy the occasion though, we are there to ultimately compete within the top-six and reach our first major cup final since 2018.

    “We can’t and we won’t just accept our position and look to just make up the numbers. We have to head into these final few months with the mentality that we can be the best, and take the game to each team that we face.

    “We want the top-six to be a regular occurrence for the squad, and we need to be consistent to achieve this. To be consistent, you have to perform against the full-time teams and we want to showcase what we’re capable of when we return to face Hibs in over a weeks time.”

    Motherwell will face another lengthy break before returning to domestic action against Hibernian on the 30 March, and Watson explained how the squad will utilise their additional time on the training pitch ahead of their next top-six tie in East Kilbride.

    “Hibs will always be a difficult test,” Watson added.

    “They have really built and cemented their status over the past few months, as genuine title and Sky Sports League Cup contenders, so we recognise the challenges we will face at K-Park. They are top of SWPL for a reason and will obviously be a difficult test, but we have players in the squad capable of causing them problems, and we are continuing to work as hard as we can on the training pitch to prepare and craft our gameplan accordingly.

    “We will be ready for the game against Hibs, and we can’t wait to see you all in the stands supporting us throughout the full 90-minutes.”