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Stuart Kettlewell’s thoughts on the 1-0 win over Kilmarnock.

We have been drawn to play Dundee United in the quarter-final of the Premier Sports Cup.

The tie will take place on September 21 or 22.

Zimbabwean international Tawanda Maswanhise has signed on a short-term deal till January, with the club holding an option to extend that further. 

A product of the Leicester City youth academy, 21-year-old Maswanhise developed through the ranks with the Foxes before cementing himself as a ‘shining light’ in the club’s Premier League 2 Division 1 squad.

The forward made seven Under 18 appearances throughout his breakthrough season in 2019/20, before making his development squad debut against West Ham United in 2021. The youngster soon made the bench for the senior side two months later against Manchester United at Old Trafford.

“Tawanda has been on trial for a couple of weeks now,” manager Stuart Kettlewell said

“We have been impressed with his endeavour every time he has taken to the training pitch. He took part in the bounce match against Everton last week and once again, he looked good.

“He offers something a bit different for us. He’s quick, direct and likes to find the back of the net. There’s lots of potential with Tawanda and hopefully we can get the best out of him.”

Goals continued to follow Maswanhise in the club’s development side, netting 22-times across 61-appearances in Premier league 2. The 21-year-old’s performances were rewarded when he made his senior debut as a second-half substitute against Millwall in a 3-2 victory during the third round of the FA cup under manager Enzo Maresca.

Capable of playing centrally or as a winger, Maswanhise netted a hat-trick as a trialist for English league Two outfit Stockport County after departing the foxes this summer. The Zimbabwean international, capped three-times by his country, will now join Stuart Kettlewell’s side until January.

“I’m just buzzing to be in this position,” Maswanhise added.

“This summer has been about hard work and getting my head down. I’ve been looking for an opportunity to show people what I can do and now I’ve got one.

“I feel good and feel ready to make an impact.”

Maswanhise will wear the number 55 shirt.

Returning for his second spell, Tony Watt insists there’s not any bad blood with Dundee United and that he wants supporters to give him a chance at winning them over. 

The forward confirmed his arrival this week for the season on loan and feels he can make an instant impact this week.

Asked why he has chosen to return, Watt revealed his loving relationship with the club didn’t stop after his departure in 2022 and that coming back was always something he wanted.

Make sure you don’t miss our crucial Premier Sports Cup tie against Kilmarnock on Sunday 18 August. 

• Concessions are over 65, Students and Young Adults (14-17)
• Juveniles would be 13 and under (must be accompanied by an adult)
• Ticket Office open from 10am – the ticket office is open until kick-off with no pay gate facility.

Supporters are able to buy tickets online or visit the ticket office at Fir Park.

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.

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Stuart Kettlewell knows how important cup runs can be when it comes to growing the football club and has made has made that a priority going into this week’s last 16 tie against Kilmarnock in the Premier Sports Cup.

The Motherwell boss believes bringing Tony Watt back for his second spell was a good bit of business and believes that the 30-year-old will do his talking on the pitch to win over the Fir Park faithful.

Kettlewell also provides an update on Apostolos Stamatelopoulos’s injury after it was confirmed he would be sidelined for six weeks.

Tony Watt became a fan-favourite for his goals and raw endeavour during his first spell in ML1. Scoring 19 goals and leading the line in style got the fans off their seats. 

However, that good work didn’t go unnoticed and soon enough, Premiership rivals Dundee United brought him to Tannadice in a deal that changed his family’s life and his own.

Now back for a second time, the reception has been mixed to the news of his arrival and that is something he expected. But, Watt only asks for the chance to outwork the criticism as he aims to reignite a loving relationship with the supporters and local community.

The women of steel return to South Lanarkshire this weekend, as Motherwell prepare for the first home encounter of the 2024/25 SWPL campaign, with Montrose the visitors at K-Park.

The Tale of the Tape 

Motherwell 

Refreshed and rejuvenated following the summer break, the women of steel returned to competitive action with an emphatic display on the opening weekend of the new SWPL season. Debutant Rachel Todd netted twice, with Morgan Cross, Bailey Collins and Sarah Gibb all finding the target in a comfortable 5-goal victory over Spartans in the Scottish capital.

Following 13-summer departures, Motherwell faced an extensive squad rebuild after striker Laura Berry returned to Rangers alongside fellow loanee Kayla Jardine. Latest additions Jenna Penman, Mason Blyth-Clark, Rachel Todd and Sienna McGoldrick all made their competitive Motherwell debuts after penning deals in ML1

The women of steel will be looking to continue their winning start to the league campaign when they take to the K-Park turf, as Motherwell aim top replicate their previous home display over visitors Montrose, with Morgan Cross netting a decisive later winner to secure the three points on that day.

Montrose

Montrose have faced a difficult start to the new season, after an opening day defeat to former champions Glasgow City. The Gable Endies will be looking to reflect on their disappoint opening performance and secure their first points of the new season.

Ticket information 

Cash & card payments are also available for this fixture.

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

How to follow the action 

Supporters can follow Sunday’s encounter on Twitter @motherwellwomen, with a full report of the action available post-match. Kick-off from K-Park at 4PM.

We are able to provide an update on a number of our injured players. 

Apostolos Stamatelopoulos was a first-half substitute against Rangers last weekend. The Australian international has picked up a quad muscle injury and will be missing for six weeks.

John Koutroumbis sustained a calf strain early in pre-season. Manager Stuart Kettlewell provided an update prior to our first Premier Sports Cup match where he stated Koutroumbis was due to be missing for a couple of months. He remains on track for that return date.

Ross Callachan will attend a consultation this week with regards to his hamstring injury to provide further information on his setback.

Filip Stuparevic is back running this week, however hasn’t taken part in any contact training as yet.

Long-term absentee Callum Slattery remains on course for his recovery. It’s expected the midfielder could make a return late November/early December.

Goalkeeper Matty Connelly has joined Lowland League side East Kilbride on loan until January. 

The 21-year-old made 11 appearances for EK during his loan spell their last season.

Keeping two clean sheets in that time, Connelly will look to secure the number one jersey and gain valuable minutes of first team football.

Good luck, Matty.