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The referee for this weekend’s clash with Dundee is the experienced Stephen Finnie.

Although Stephen has been a top-flight whistler for almost a decade, it may come as a surprise to learn it will be his first Motherwell game in just under a year.

The last time he was the man in the middle for a ‘Well game was an important 3-1 victory over Partick Thistle this time last year, when three points lifted the Steelmen to eighth in the table.

Louis Moult smashed a brace on that afternoon to take his tally to 16 for the season.

His first came from the spot on 37 minutes after on-loan Celtic youngster Aidan Nesbitt tripped ‘Well skipper Keith Lasley in the box.

The ‘Well hitman ran on to Scott McDonald’s superb pass on 51 minutes to confidently lash the ball past Tomas Cerny for the killer second goal.

Marvin Johnson then made it 3-0 on 69 minutes when he cut in from the right hand side and cracked a sweet low drive into the net.

Callum Booth grabbed a consolation for Partick on 76 minutes when he drilled a low 20 yard effort past Connor Ripley.

Stephen has taken charge of just eleven Motherwell games over his long career, the Steelmen winning seven and losing four; curiously, no draws.

In those ten matches, he has dished out 46 cautions, 17 of which flashed at a player wearing Claret and Amber. Only two players has been sent for an early bath, Scott Brown for a second bookable offence in a match at Parkhead in 2010 and now Dundee man Henrik Ojamaa in season 2014/15.

Stephen will be assisted by Kylie McMullan and Sean Carr, with Andrew Dallas listed as fourth official.

The SPFL has today announced that the IRN-BRU Cup Final between Dundee United and St. Mirren will take place at Fir Park Stadium.

It will be the fifth occasion that Fir Park will have hosted the Scottish Challenge Cup Final – this year sponsored by IRN-BRU – having staged the competition’s first two finals in 1990/91 and 1991/92 as well as those in seasons 1993/94 and 1997/98.

Following agreement with both competing clubs, the SPFL has also revealed competitive ticket pricing for fans, with adult tickets priced at £20, concessions (Juveniles aged 13 to 18 years old, over 65s & students) at £10 and U-12s at £5.

SPFL Chief Executive Neil Doncaster said: “We’re delighted to make today’s announcement that Fir Park will stage this season’s IRN-BRU Cup Final, including making tickets available to fans from as little as £5. We wish both clubs the very best of luck for the final and hope they produce a classic for supporters in the stadium and those watching live on BBC ALBA.”

Adrian Troy, Marketing Director at IRN-BRU, said: “Following on from the excitement of a fantastic IRN-BRU Cup competition up to this stage, we now look forward to the prospect of a memorable final between Dundee United and St Mirren. We would like to thank the players and fans from all the clubs who have taken part for making this season’s IRN-BRU Cup the success it has been.”

Matchday hospitality for this Saturday’s Ladbrokes Premiership match against Dundee is selling out fast.

But there is still time to make the most of our brand new ‘Bois Club’ and ‘Twist and Pout’ packages with limited availability for Saturday, in addition to hospitality in the Centenary Suite.

The Steelmen take on the Dee in what is a hugely important match for both sides who are striving for that highly contested top half spot.

Head of Commercial and Marketing Suzanne Reid said: “Our new hospitality packages are going down extremely well, it is an ideal way to enjoy the game and make the most of our fantastic food and drink deals.”

Match tickets are still available to purchase from the Fir Park ticket office.

To book hospitality, or for more details on our hospitality packages, please contact: hospitality@motherwellfc.co.uk

The best of the action from New Central Park in Kelty where Stephen Craigan’s youngsters lost 3-2 to Dunfermline.

U20s assistant manager Keith Lasley admitted that it was a “disappointing” showing this afternoon as the youngsters fell 3-2 to Dunfermline in the Development League.

Speaking to MFC TV at full time, the skipper admitted that the game may have panned out differently had the Steelmen taken their chances while they were on top early on.

[pullquote]It was disappointing obviously, but we had some good play at times after going behind, again – which we feel has been a problem for us in recent weeks.[/pullquote]

He added: “But we responded well, got back in front and at that point we had a good chance with Blythy heading just wide. I think if we go 3-1 up at that point it maybe changes the game.

“So from our point of view I think we’re disappointed that we didn’t kick on at that point when we were ahead.”

Motherwell failed to follow up on last week’s victory and keep their momentum as they suffered a 3-2 loss away to Dunfermline this afternoon.

And despite an enjoyable opening 30 minutes for the onlookers at New Central Park, the game had next to no talking points in a dull second half.

An early setback was turned around when Jacob Blyth thundered the travelling Steelmen level after ten minutes, before Davie Turnbull gave Stephen Craigan’s youngsters the lead.

But a wonder strike from full back Conner Duthie in the 30th minute was ultimately the winning strike and secured all three points for the hosts.

Stephen Craigan included four senior players in his side in Russell Griffiths, Lee Lucas, Lionel Ainsworth and Jacob Blyth, and despite falling behind after just five minutes, the Steelmen responded well.

Dunfermline forward Callum Smith capitalised on a mix up in the Motherwell defence to stride through a grab an earlylead for the home side

However, the Steelmen responded terrifically and were on the front foot for the majority of the opening exchanges despite being a goal down.

However, Craigan’s youngsters didn’t take too long to draw level when Blyth thundered a strike past the helpless Dunfermline keeper in the tenth minute.

Three minutes later and they led thanks to Davie Turnbull when Tom Fry’s cross found the midfielder who stabbed it home.

Much like the ‘Well responded positively, the home side found a new gear and clawed their way back in to the lead.

Terrific work from full back Conner Duthie allowed forward David Hopkirk to get a shot away from a tight angle. Despite getting a hand to it, Griffiths couldn’t quite turn it round his post and it nestled in the bottom, far corner.

On the half hour mark, the hosts took the lead and it was a wonder goal too. Duthie, who’d been lively from the off, cut inside from left back on to his right foot and fired an unstoppable strike in to the top corner.

There weren’t many chances in the remainder of the half until the ball dropped for Adam Livingstone 25 yards out, but his effort spun off target.

The second half was much the same, with substitute Dylan Mackin’s speculative curling effort from range in the 88th minute the only time Motherwell went close to equalising.

It was an opportunity to keep pace with league leaders Hibernian missed for the youngsters, who face Celtic next in the Development League on Monday night at the Excelsior Stadium.

Stephen Craigan’s Under 20s side face two big games in the next seven days as they battle it out for the Development League title.

The young Steelmen will take on Dunfermline Atheltic at Kelty Hearts’ New Central Park this Tuesday (21st February) afternoon – kick-off is 2pm.

They will then face Celtic next Monday (27th February) night at the Excelsior Stadium, Airdrie. Kick-off for that one is 6pm.

>> Under 20s Fixtures & Results

Motherwell FC is today delighted to confirm Northern Irishman Stephen Robinson has returned to the club as First-Team Coach.

Robinson was assistant to both Ian Baraclough and Mark McGhee, firstly helping guide ‘Well to safety in 2014/15 before playing a huge part in getting the side back into the top six the following year.

His sterling reputation as a coach prompted Oldham Athletic to offer him the manager’s position during the summer and he was reluctantly allowed to depart.

Unfortunately, things didn’t quite work out as planned at Latics despite a complete overhaul in the playing staff. He left his position at Boundary Park back in January.

[pullquote]It’s good to be back. I took the first training session this morning and it was good to see everyone.[/pullquote]

However, that has allowed the seven-times capped former Spurs, Bouremouth and Luton winger to return home to Motherwell, where he will work alongside both McGhee and his assistant, James McFadden.

Lisburn-born Robinson has also been involved with the Northern Irish FA set-up, holding posts at both youth and senior squad level.

Speaking of his return to North Lanarkshire, the 42-year old told MFC TV: “It’s good to be back. I took the first training session this morning and it was good to see everyone.

“There were a lot of familiar faces obviously and of the new boys that have come in they’ve impressed me as well, so it’s great to be back involved in it again.”

Aberdeen are offering reduced rates for the Ladbrokes Premiership game on Saturday 11th March 2017.

The prices are reduced in phases as follows and are available now from the Fir Park ticket office.

The brand new Motherwell mascot has been selected from hundreds of design entries and is set to be revealed soon.

The winning design, which is currently being drawn up professionally, was created by a lucky young ‘Well fan who is set to receive the following prizes:

• The mascot will be your best buddy for life.
• You will be the first ever fan to meet them.
• You will be the first fan to walk out the tunnel with the new mascot at a game
• You will meet the first team
• You will meet the first team manager
• You will be invited by the mascot here for your next birthday VIP style
• You will receive a full Motherwell Kit
• A signed ball from the team
• A visit by a first team player and the mascot to your school
• One adult and one child ticket for the remaining games of the 2016/17 season.
• Hero status amongst all of your friends!

Everyone who entered the competition will receive a complimentary match ticket.

We will be visiting the winning designers school to reveal the design and congratulate the lucky supporter in the coming weeks, before the new Fir Park mascot will be revealed to all!

Marketing and Fan Engagement Manager Ryan Murrant said: “We would like to thank everyone who entered this exciting competition – you will all be receiving a complimentary match ticket.

“But of course, the winner has been picked, and we can’t wait to reveal the fantastic design with you all.”

He added: “The whole competition was a wonderful example of the importance of engaging with the supporters.

“The club is very unique in that we involve the fans so much, and once more we would like to thank you all for entering, as well as the MFC Community Trust for their support.”