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With a point gained on the road eight days ago, it was time for the first league match of the season at Fir Park. 

Hibernian made the journey down the M8 to North Lanarkshire, fresh off the back of an impressive Europa Conference League win against Luzern on Thursday night.

Dan Casey would go closest for the Steelmen in the first half, when his header came crashing off the bar just before half time.

Hibernian failed to register a shot on target until the 94th minute and Motherwell looked to make the most of it.

Arsenal loanee Mika Biereth came off the bench to make his debut and made his impact. He battled with Louis Stevenson before picking Conor Wilkinson, who opened the scoring on 66 minutes.

He continued to cause havoc upfront and doubled the ‘Well’s lead with five minutes to go.

Casey would be penalised for a handball in the area with seconds remaining as Hibernian got a consolation. There would be no comeback and Motherwell start the season with four points out of a possible six.

Due to high demand, St Mirren have ceased online sales for away supporters for Saturday’s Viaplay Cup match. 

With over 600 tickets sold already, we have sold over half of our initial allocation.

Physical tickets are now available to purchase from the ticket office at Fir Park.

You can also buy tickets online and collect from the ticket office.

Please note, signing section is N1.

Our Ticket Office is open from 9am until 5pm Monday to Thursday. The office will close at 4pm on Friday.

If you have purchased online prior to this alteration, there will be no change to your ticket. If you wish to attend the match but are unable to collect your ticket, please contact tickets@motherwellfc.co.uk.

Bevis Mugabi has been named in the Uganda provisional squad. 

The Cranes take on Niger in their final 2023 AFCON qualification.

Uganda are three points behind second placed Tanzania going into this round of games. If Uganda win and Tanzania lose to Algeria, Uganda would move up to second in the standings and would ensure they qualify for the competition in Ivory Coast.

Mugabi last featured for his country back in June 2022.

Thursday 7 September

Niger v Uganda 

Grand Stade Marrakech in Morocco

The manager reflects on the first home win of the season.

• Limiting Hibernian’s chances
• Options in the forward areas
• Still striving to improve

Motherwell ran out 2-1 winners against Hibernian on Sunday afternoon, as the Steelmen picked up their first league win of the season. 

Goals from Conor Wilkinson and debutant Mika Biereth meant Motherwell came away with a relatively comfortable three points at home.

The first half was largely uneventful although ‘Well very nearly went in with a lead at the break.

Shortly after a lengthy VAR check for a potential penalty on Callum Slattery, Motherwell were heaping pressure on the Hibernian backline. Pape Souare had the ball at feet, he faked to cross before charging to the byline and drilling a ball into the area, Dan Casey connected but his header couldn’t beat the frame of the goal. A largely uneventful first half was complete, with the score 0-0.

Hibernian made two changes at the break in the hope of sparking the game into life. However, it would be Stuart Kettlewell’s substitution who would do just that. Making his first appearance for the club, 20-year-old Mika Biereth was subbed on for Theo Bair.

It didn’t take long for the Arsenal loanee to make his mark. On 66 minutes, Slattery played a curling ball up the right hand side of the pitch. Biereth gave chase, and looking second favourite behind Louis Stevenson. However, the striker battled with the full-back, stayed on his two feet as the Hibernian defender went to the ground, Biereth composed himself before picking out Wilkinson in the box who poked home for his first goal in the cinch Premiership.

On 85 minutes, Biereth was at it again. Lennon Miller picked up the ball and played a slicing pass forward where Biereth, again, looked second best to get there first. Will Fish looked to be in control before the Danish under 21 international outmuscled the defender, chopped twice and lashed into the bottom corner to make it 2-0.

However, the game wasn’t over yet. Dan Casey was penalised for a handball after a VAR check in stoppage time. Adam Le Fondre stepped up and scored what would turn out to be a consolation goal but also Hibernian’s first shot on target, robbing Liam Kelly of a deserved clean sheet.

Bevis Mugabi speaks to the press prior to the match against Hibernian.

The Ugandan international picked up a long term injury last year and discussed the importance of staying fit and well this time round.

Mugabi also speaks about his hopes of an international call-up for Uganda, having recently spoken with the manager.

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.

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.

How to follow the game

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.

– 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.

Kit Watch

We will be wearing our home kit for this match.

Team News

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.

Motherwell’s fortunes

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.

Opposition Report

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.

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. 

• Adult: £18
• Concession: £10
• Under 12: £6

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.