| 3 | Rangers | 10 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 19 |
| 4 | Dundee United | 11 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 16 |
| 5 | Motherwell | 10 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 16 |
| 6 | Dundee | 11 | 3 | 3 | 5 | -3 | 12 |
| 7 | St Mirren | 12 | 3 | 3 | 6 | -6 | 12 |
The manager reflects on last Saturday’s draw against Dundee and looks forward to the match against Hibernian.
Kettlewell discusses Hibernian playing in Europe and how that effects his preparations for the match.
He also touches on Joe Efford, Mika Biereth and our loan strategy this season.
Social care organisation and national charity, Blue Triangle will continue as our women’s official front of shirt sponsor until the conclusion of season 2023/24.
A social care organisation and national charity, Blue Triangle empowers people to thrive by providing trauma-informed support in shared accommodation services and in communities across Scotland. 70% of those entering Blue Triangle services move on to their own tenancy, helping to break the homelessness cycle.
“Blue Triangle is proud to continue its sponsorship of Motherwell FC Women’s team. As a social care organisation and a charity, we understand the importance of supporting and working with the local community”, acting CEO of Blue Triangle James Lloyd said.
“The Motherwell FC Women’s team is inspiring for the many young people who live in our services, and we look forward to bringing them to matches as the new season kicks off”, Lloyd added.
Breakthrough, Blue Triangle’s outreach service in North Lanarkshire, is based at Fir Park and works with those struggling with addiction, trauma, mental health and social isolation.
The Breakthrough team benefit greatly from being integrated with the community as the football club do so much for those most in need of support in North Lanarkshire and beyond. In the last year, Breakthrough have supported over 270 people in the community, with 66 of those attending SMART Recovery meetings.
The Breakthrough team’s work was recently featured in a film alongside new Motherwell signings Sarah Gibb and Laura McCartney.
Stuart Fortune of Breakthrough said: “Our professional, productive partnership with Motherwell FC & the Community Trust has been of great benefit to both us and the wider community.
“It has reduced the barriers people face in engaging with support and adds to the amazing work that the club already do within the community. Motherwell offer a variety in range of activities and additional supports for those in the community and this partnership has allowed those we support to get involved, make new connections and thrive.”
“It is important to us as a club, and a central part of this community, to support Blue Triangle and the fantastic outreach work that they carry out in North Lanarkshire. I am delighted to be working with another local charity partner,” Commercial Director at Motherwell FC Suzanne Reid stated.
2023/24 women’s season tickets are now on sale.
A historic season awaits for the women of steel and supporters can now feel closer to the action, with season tickets available for the first-time in the club’s history.
Paul Brownlie’s side narrowly missed out on a top-six place, with the club finishing one point behind nearest rivals Partick Thistle, but a remarkable Scottish Cup run saw Motherwell overcome Gartcairn, Montrose, and Glasgow Women before facing Rangers in a momentous Semi-Final at Hampden Park.
It’s easy to buy new. Head here to our online ticketing platform and then press ‘SWPL Season 2023/24’.
Supporters will have the option to purchase season tickets outright either online or at the ticket office with a solitary payment.
Season tickets will not apply to cup games and there will not be an option to select a designated seat.
For those looking to purchase their season ticket ahead of the forthcoming season, concession prices apply to those aged 65 and over.
In addition, a concession ticket will also be available to full-time students with a valid matriculation card.
With the 2022/23 campaign firmly in the past and the forthcoming season almost upon us, I am proud of the progression at the club in the past year and am excited for the challenges that lay ahead.
Although disappointed at narrowly missing out on a place in the top-six, the commitment and endeavour from the players to reach the Semi-Final of the Scottish Cup was an unprecedented achievement for the club.
The opportunity to play at the National stadium is a memory we’ll look back on fondly but we want to progress further.
The squad hit new heights last season and that achievement is shared with supporters, whose effort and dedication played a vital part in our success on the pitch.
The support and connection the players have had with supporters in the past year has allowed the club to continue to develop in the right direction.
Attendances at K-Park throughout our maiden season at the stadium has continued to grow and we are excited for the next step in that journey.
Announcing season tickets is the start of an historic chapter for women’s football at the club and an important step in our development.
We know you will continue to support us on that journey and we look forward to welcoming you back at K-Park in the near future.
Paul Brownlie
I’m really proud to be captain of this team, I love the direction the club is going in.
When I first joined, it was Motherwell in name, but not a lot else. There wasn’t a huge association, there was a disconnect between the women’s team and the rest of the club. I feel really privileged to have seen how far its grown.
When I look at the standards on and off the pitch, I think it has changed and improved for the better. I think the club and we as the women’s team realised, we still have a way to go and I think to continue to improve every season is definitely our aim.
Gill Inglis
Where can I find my customer number?
If you need assistance with using our online ticketing website, a guide can be found here.
Alternatively, call us on 01698 333333 or email tickets@motherwellfc.co.uk.
We will take on Hibernian in our first home match of the 2023/24 cinch Premiership campaign.
Kick-off is 3pm on Sunday 13 August.
Supporters are able to buy tickets online here or visit the ticket office at Fir Park.
Ticket Office open from 11am – the ticket office is open until kick-off with no pay gate facility.
| Hunter Stand | O’Donnell, Cooper, McLean Stand | |
| Adults | £24 | £26 |
| Concessions | £19 | £19 |
| Young Adults | £12 | £12 |
| Juniors | £6 | £6 |
– Concessions Tickets would be ages 65 and over and FT Students with a valid matric card.
– Young Adults tickets would ages 12 to 17.
– Juveniles would be 11 and under.
If you are outside the UK, you can watch the game via Motherwell TV.
Should you be in the UK, it will be live commentary only.
Luke Irons will be joined by Academy Director David Clarkson on commentary.
We will be wearing our home kit for this match.
Harry Paton and Jon Obika remain doubts ahead of the match and will be closely assessed as we approach Sunday. Mika Biereth is eligible for selection.
Calum Butcher remains out.
A point was gained in difficult weather conditions against Dundee last Saturday.
Theo Bair grabbed the goal on his debut, becoming our sixth different scorer this season after five matches.
The result meant Stuart Kettlewell remains undefeated on the road for the Steelmen.
Hibernian opened their league campaign against St Mirren at Easter Road. The visitors went on to win 3-2, despite a two-goal comeback from Hibernian in the second period.
The Hibees are in UEFA Europa Conference League action on Tuesday night against Luzern of Switzerland.
Having been on loan at Kilmarnock last season, Christian Doidge has returned to Hibs with a bang. The striker has scored two goals and assisted once in two games. Martin Boyle has also returned to action after long term injury.
Our under 18 side took on Rangers this afternoon at K-Park, with the game ending 5-2 to the hosts.
Mikey Booth was at the double, with Ross Nelson and Campbell Forest getting on the scoresheet for the ‘Well.
Willox had the first opening of the game after two minutes. The winger found himself on the ball 1v1 against McDermott. He went to the byline and drove his shot into the side netting.
Just a minute later, Adamson went through on goal but tried to dink the ball over Bogan, however his strike went over the bar.
Mikey Booth twas he first to force Greigh Thackray in the Rangers net into action. His first free kick of the match was saved after five minute.
On 12 minutes, we had the opener. Brannan McDermott went on a mazy run and was fouled on the edge of the box. Booth stepped up again and this time found the back of the net. 1-0.
Nine minutes later, it was two. Ross Nelson drilled the ball home into the bottom corner from the edge of the box to give the young ‘Well a two goal advantage.
Motherwell continued to put on the pressure and on 25 minutes, all eyes turned to the referee. Josh Bogan played long and Luca Ross latched onto the ball, he was pulled down by the Rangers defender, seemingly stopping a goalscoring opportunity. The referee awarded a free kick but pulled out a yellow card only.
Booth stepped up from the resulting free kick and once again found the back of the net. 3-0.
On 36 minutes, the referee was the centre point. Skipper Grant, already on a booking, fouled L.Ross again. The referee conferred with Richard Foster but maintained it was only a foul and no yellow.
On 41 minutes however, it wad 4-0. Booth again at the heart of it, drove forward, slipped the ball to L.Ross who dropped the shoulder and fired into the bottom corner.
It was a quieter start to the second half with very few openings in the stages.
The first chance was presented to Rangers forward Eadie. He tried to latch onto a through but Bogan was down first to gather.
On 65 minutes, it was 5-0. Campbell Forest continued to press a back pass to the Rangers keeper, nicked in and was able to tap into an empty net.
Two minutes later, Rangers got one back. The Gers (18) forward was played through and he finished into the far corner to make it 5-1.
77 minutes, Rangers had a second. Curtis was allowed to drive forward and cut inside. He unleashed a left footed strike that flew past Bogan to make it 5-2.
The game ended 5-2 to Motherwell, rounding off a good afternoon’s work in East Kilbride.
Motherwell team: Bogan, Garcia, McDermott, M.Ross, Bone, Williamson (75′), Nelson (82′), Forest, L.Ross, Booth (60′), Johnstone (60′).
Motherwell subs: McQuarrie (GK), Tomany (60′), Webb (75′), McAllister (60′), Simpson (82’).
The brand new and first ever MFC sticker collection is now available in the club shop.
In every cinch Premiership programme at Fir Park this season, there will be eight free stickers which will allow you to complete the full album.
There are 144 stickers to collect, which include the first-team, women’s team, the 2013/14 squad, the MFC Hall of Famers, the 1991 Scottish Cup winning squad and badges.
The first stickers will be included in our first Premiership home match of the season, against Hibernian this Sunday.
The album will be available to buy in the club shop for £3.95. The album will also be available to buy out and around the stadium on the day of the game.
At the minute, stickers will only be available in cinch Premiership home matches. Should this change, the information will be communicated.
Should you miss out on a programme or can’t make it to the club shop, you will be able to purchase the album and each programme online.
In monsoon like conditions at Den’s Park, Motherwell began their 2023/24 cinch Premiership adventure.
Against newly promoted Dundee, who have a brand new look across the board this season, 800 fans made the journey to back the Steelmen as they looked to get off the mark.
With the rain pouring and gathering on the pitch, the match would become less than a spectacle. Blair Spittal went close with a left footed effort from outside the box but it would be debutant Theo Bair who go the ‘Well ahead just on the stroke of half-time.
The rain continued in the second half as Dundee grew into the game. Two efforts would come off of Liam Kelly’s post before Lyall Cameron brought the game level with a header at the back post.
Lennon Miller almost found the back of the net in the dying stages but his strike deflected just wide of the post. A draw would end up being a fair reflection of the match as Motherwell now look forward to their first home match in the league this season.
Tickets details for our last 16 Viaplay Cup match against St Mirren are now confirmed.
Concession’s are over 65, full-time students, 13-17 years and wheelchair users.
If any of our supporters require Ambulant and Carer or Wheelchair and PA, please contact St Mirren Ticket Office Tel No; 0141 840 6120 or email tickets@stmirren.com.
You can buy your tickets online.
Motherwell wrapped up their pre-season preparations with a commanding 0-7 victory over Fleetwood Town at Poolfoot Farm on Sunday
A selection of players etched their name onto the scoresheet, with Carla Boyce, Kaitlyn Canavan, Jo Addie, Kaela McDonald-Nguah, Tara McGonigle and a Bailley Collins brace ensuring a positive conclusion to the 2023/24 pre-season schedule.
Head Coach, Paul Brownlie made six changes to the side that suffered defeat to defending SWPL1 champions Glasgow City last week, with Rebecca Cameron, Hannah Cunningham, Katie Rice, Kaitlyn Canavan, Tara McGonigle and Morgan Hay all returning to the starting XI.
Looking to build momentum ahead of our opening SWPL1 match with Aberdeen, Motherwell started firmly on the front foot, with Boyce breaking the deadlock in the early exchanges.
Latching onto the ball on the left, the striker floated a composed finish over the head of the keeper that sailed through the box before nesting into the bottom corner.
The women of steel soon doubled their advantage midway through the first half, with Canavan expertly escaping her marker to convert Collins’ low delivery from the right.
Moments after the restart, the visitors added a third in quick succession. Canavan turned provider after rounding the goalkeeper before picking out Collins, who calmly placed her shot into the bottom-left corner.
As the second half resumed, Motherwell picked up from where they left off, racking up their fourth of the afternoon. Rice’s dangerous delivery from the right ricocheted through a number of players in the box before eventually reaching the feet of Addie at the back post, who fired home on the half-volley.
Motherwell continued to flood the opposition penalty area, and were soon awarded a penalty after substitute Gill Inglis’ cross struck the arm of a defender in the box, leaving the referee no alternative but to award the spot kick. McDonald-Nguah stepped up and drilled an unstoppable strike beyond the reach of the keeper.
McGonigle got onto the scoresheet as the second half progressed, firing home Louisa Boyes cross from the right, earning her first non-competitive goal for the club in the process. 6-0.
Collins picked out the bottom-right corner in the latter stages of the game for her second and Motherwell’s seventh of the afternoon in what proved to be a prolific day on the Fylde coast.
Brownlie’s side will now look ahead to the opening weekend of the SWPL1 campaign, with a trip to Balmoral stadium to face Aberdeen.
A trip to the Fylde coast awaits, as Paul Brownlie’s side look to conclude their 2023/24 pre-season campaign in style, with Fleetwood Town the hosts at Poolfoot Farm training facility this afternoon.
The Tale of the Tape
Motherwell
Motherwell will be looking to put the finishing touches on their pre-season preparations, as next weekend’s opening league meeting with Aberdeen approaches. The women of steel have encountered a variety of opposition and playing styles throughout this pre-season campaign, with tests against Gartcairn, Celtic, Boroughmuir Thistle, Hearts, East Fife and defending champions Glasgow City all building towards the opening weekend of the SWPL1 campaign.
The visitors will be looking to replicate the performance that ensured a comprehensive 9-0 victory over East Fife last month, with Fleetwood providing an unknown entity and a unique test for the squad.
Motherwell will be travelling with a lightened squad, as Amy Anderson, Georgie Rafferty, Eve Donald & Lucy Ronald all recover from injury, whilst Laura McCartney, Lori Gardner, & Kayla Jardine remain unavailable for this afternoons encounter.
Fleetwood
The hosts secured a top-six finish in North West Women’s Regional League last season, finishing in fifth-place, eight points shy of Salford City FC Lionesses in second.
The Cods have been proactive in their preparations for the forthcoming campaign, with a 3-2 victory over Chorley Women building upon a narrow 2-1 defeat to Preston North End in a behind closed-doors friendly at Bamber Bridge the previous week.
