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Motherwell came away from Celtic Park with a point after a dramatic 1-1 draw in Glasgow.

David Turnbull’s penalty four minutes from time looked like giving the home side all three points but substitute Jon Obika had other ideas as he turned in Blair Spittal’s corner kick.

Stuart Kettlewell opted for a defensive set-up with Calum Butcher sitting in front of a back five and the Steelmen limited the hosts to few chances in the first half.

However, when called upon, Liam Kelly looked in fine form with a sensational save from Matt O’Riley then arguably an even better stop to claw the ball away as it came off his own defenders head.

Motherwell looked to hit on the counter and almost broke the deadlock when Harry Paton got forward and forced a good stop from Joe Hart.

Minutes from the break there was another good chance as Blair Spittal got on the end of a long ball forward. His first touch took him past the onrushing Hart but it left him with an awkward height to finish from and the chance was gone.

The second half proved to be a show of defence resilience from the Steelmen.

The Motherwell backline were excellent, repelling all Celtic attacks until the 67th minute when Bevis Mugabi fouled Oh in the box. Steven McLean pointed to the spot in what looked to be a stonewaller.

Luis Palma stepped up with a stuttered run but Liam Kelly came to the rescue again, diving to his right to make a crucial save.

It seemed like the away side would hold on for a point but those hopes looked like they were scuppered when Celtic were awarded another penalty just four minutes from the end of the ninety.

VAR checked a shirt pull at the back post area from Calum Butcher and referee Steven McLean pointed to the spot. Former Motherwell man David Turnbull dispatched from the spot and from there it looked the Steelmen would leave Glasgow empty handed.

However, with just a minute of regulation time left, Blair Spittal’s corner from was glanced in by substitute Jon Obika’s shoulder, to the delight of  the small pocket of Motherwell fans.

The fourth-official signalled ten minutes of added on time – with fears of a repeat of September’s game against Celtic creeping in – but the Motherwell defence were largely untroubled in added time and took a valuable point back to North Lanarkshire.

Stuart Kettlewell reacts to a point from Celtic Park.

• Sticking together
• Executing a gameplan
• Happy for Jon Obika

Motherwell return to action this weekend, looking to kickstart their SWPL campaign after narrowly conceding what could’ve been their first victory on the road to Montrose last weekend.

Chelsie Watson fired the visitors into the ascendency late into the second-half with a precise header from a floated Kayla Jardine delivery, but Montrose rallied late on, and denied Motherwell the three points from the penalty spot.

As the focus shifts firmly to the arrival of Partick Thistle this weekend, Paul Brownlie’s side will look to head into the forthcoming international break on a high.

The Tale of the Tape

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The women of steel will be poised to reclaim their domestic dominance in East Kilbride after defeats to Aberdeen and Hibernian derailed what has been a magnificent start to the season at K-Park, with the women of steel securing four wins from their opening six.

The hosts’ previous encounter with Sunday’s opponents looked destined to conclude in a goalless stalemate, as both sides defensive displays were on show, until a late Megan Robb strike left Motherwell returning from Glasgow empty-handed.

Brownlie will potentially have more options at his disposal this weekend, as Eve Donald returned to full-contact training in the past week. Morgan Hay will be doubtful for this weekend’s encounter after the defender faced an unexpected setback following a brief return to action after a lengthy spell on the sidelines.

Partick Thistle

Brian Graham’s side are in fine form, securing four back-to-back victories in all competitions, netting nine times across that spell. The Jags sit five-points behind defending champions Glasgow City in third, as the Glasgow side look to secure successive top-six finishes.

There will be numerous familiar faces in the red and yellow on Sunday, as Emma Lawton, Kodie Hay and Claire Adams all return to face their former side.

Ticket Information

Cash & card payments are also available for this fixture.

• Adult – £8
• Concession – £3
• Under 11s – Free to enter.

*Concession tickets apply to those over 65, and to 12–17-year-olds, with full-time students also eligible with a valid matriculation card.

Additional information – no pets allowed within K-Park.

How to follow the action

Supporters can follow Sunday’s encounter on Twitter @motherwellwomen, with a full report of the action available post-match.

Dan Casey says the international break came at a good time for the team, having not won a game in nine matches. 

The Irish defender says the team will go with a game plan to Glasgow and will try to execute it as best they can.

Manager Stuart Kettlewell says the coaching staff take great encouragement from the two games they have played Celtic so far at Motherwell. 

A 1-1 draw at Celtic Park followed by conceding a last minute goal to lose 2-1 at Fir Park, means the manager wants his players to feel that encouragement that they can get something from the game.

Kettlewell also addressed recent speculation surrounding Kevin van Veen and his desire to return to Scotland from Holland.

Motherwell Women duo Paul Brownlie and Leanne Crichton have made one of their most important signings – by joining the Well Society, and taking membership past the 3700-mark.

They join thousands of others contributing to keep Motherwell FC in fans’ hands.

Head of Women and Girls at Motherwell FC, Paul said: “The Well Society have been supportive of the journey the women’s set up has been on, with recent funding of £10,000. So we’re delighted to give back a little in return.”

Douglas Dickie, co-chair of the Well Society, said: “Earlier in the year we set a target to get to 3700 members by Hogmanay, so we’ve hit that early. Now we’ll look to get to 4000 people actively supporting the club. Thank you to Paul, Leanne and everyone else who has signed up so far. Your contributions mean we can do so much more, as a fan-owned club, to ensure Motherwell FC thrives.”

Some of that work has been around ensuring football is a sport for everyone. Alongside the Motherwell FC Community Trust, the Society has organised events and opportunities for those interested in girls and women’s football.

The Society are continuing to work with Paul and Leanne to raise the profile of the women’s game. They are looking for events and marketing volunteers to help enhance matchdays and promote bigger crowds. Anyone interested should get in touch or call 01698 338009.

As well as receiving a welcome pack and other benefits, Society members have the opportunity to help shape the future of the club and get involved. Why not join today?

Our calendar signing event returns this year once again. 

The first-team squad will be in the Centenary Suite at Fir Park on Tuesday 28 November to meet fans and sign autographs.

Doors open at 5.30pm, please be in the queue by 6pm at the latest

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.

Half season tickets are on sale. 

There are seven guaranteed home matches before the split in April, when there will be a guaranteed double header at Fir Park.

You are able to purchase your half season ticket here.

Half season tickets will be valid from our match against Livingston on Saturday 30 December onwards.

Concession tickets are for anyone aged 59 and over. For those buying new in 2022/23, it’s 65 and over.

In addition, concession prices also apply to full time students with a valid matriculation card.

NEED HELP?

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.

Fresh from the November international break, Motherwell continue their cinch Premiership campaign away to Celtic at Celtic Park on Saturday 25 November. 

Kick off is 3pm.

How to follow the game

Tickets are available to purchase online shortly.

Under 13s attending the match must be accompanied by an Adult.

No visitor tickets will be available on the day at Celtic Park and tickets should be purchased in advance. Please also note that Celtic Park is now a cashless stadium.

f 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.

Kit Watch

We will be wearing our home kit for this match.

Injury update

Pape Souare will remain sidelined for this match.

Lennon Miller and Paul McGinn will also be missing.

Motherwell Fortunes

Prior to the November internationals, Motherwell suffered a narrow 2-1 lose at home to Hearts.

The result meant the Steelmen hadn’t won a game in nine matches.

It was a keenly contested match the last time the two sides met. With game still deadlocked after 87 minutes, Celtic found the back of the net before Blair Spittal levelled with seemingly the last kick of the ball. Matt O’Riley would go up the other end to find the winner.

Opposition Report

Celtic are eight points clear at the top of the table, with Brendan Rodgers hitting the ground running in his second spell in charge.

Yet to taste defeat in the cinch Premiership this campaign, they have conceded only seven goals.

A familiar face to Motherwell, academy graduate David Turnbull is back to his near best this season. He has six goals to his name in all competitions having only started seven matches in total.

Summer signing Luis Palma has also adjusted to life in Scotland quickly, the winger has five goals and five assists in just 12 appearances.

We had three players away on international duty this month. 

Bevis Mugabi

With Uganda kicking off their journey to the 2026 World Cup, the Cranes took on Guinea in their first qualifying match in Morocco.

Mugabi played the full 90 minutes however, Uganda conceded in the latter stages of the match and lost 2-1.

In their second outing against Somalia, Uganda picked up their first points in their group with a 1-0 win. Mugabi played the full 90 minutes at the heart of the backline.

Brodie Spencer

As Northern Ireland drew their EURO 2024 qualifying to a close, they travelled to Finland in their first match, with Spencer named amongst the substitutes.

The full-back played 13 minutes off the bench in the second half, however a classy second-half performance from the hosts seem them come away with a 4-0 victory.

The fixtures didn’t get any easier for the Northern Irish as they faced Denmark in Belfast in their second match. Spencer was named on the bench again and was an unused substitute but this time, Northern Ireland put in an impressive performance and came away with a 2-0 win.

Liam Kelly

Although already qualified, Liam Kelly and Scotland wanted to finish their group on a high.

Scotland drew both their games. A 2-2 draw against Georgia came before a thrilling 3-3 draw at Hampden against Norway which seen Scotland finish second in the standings.

Liam Kelly was an unused substitute for both matches.