| 3 | Rangers | 12 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 8 | 23 |
| 4 | Dundee United | 13 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 20 |
| 5 | Motherwell | 12 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 19 |
| 6 | St Mirren | 14 | 5 | 3 | 6 | -4 | 18 |
| 7 | Dundee | 13 | 4 | 3 | 6 | -3 | 15 |
Improvement was what Stuart Kettlewell wanted after the Motherwell performance six days prior, and in the league curtain raiser against Ross County, there were elements that were much improved.
With the better of the chances and a solid defensive showing, the Steelmen just couldn’t find the back of the net to make it a three point start to the new campaign.
With a trip to Rangers looming, taking the shackles off and becoming that bit more creative is the next task on the horizon.
We can now confirm ticket details for our match against Rangers on Saturday 10 August at Hampden.
Only season ticket holders will only be able to purchase tickets online.
If you are coming to the ticket office to buy, you must have a continuous purchase history.
Please note, due to the limited amount of time between tickets going on sale and the match, it will be collection only. No postage is available.
We have been advised there is no scope to purchase tickets at Hampden for the away section.
Tickets will go on sale on Tuesday 6 August at 9am. The ticket office will be open on Saturday morning from 10am until 12pm for anyone who wishes to collect or purchase on the day of the game.
| Away section | |
| Adults | £33 |
| Concessions | £26 |
| Juniors | £15 |
Adult – over 18 years of age to 65 years of age, Concession – 16 & 17 years of age and over 65 years of age. Juniors are under 16 years of age.
Ambulant disabled supporters pay the age-appropriate price. If a companion is required, the companion ticket is free of charge. We accept DLA or PIP as qualifying benefits and are happy to accept your verification on any of these sales.
We can only apologise for any inconvenience this delay has caused, however it was a situation that was outside of our control. We look forward to seeing as many of you as possible on Saturday.
Sam Nicholson has suffered a patella related injury and will be missing for several months.
Nicholson picked up an injury during pre-season and despite almost fully recovering, suffered this new setback that will keep him unavailable.
“This is a really frustrating situation for both club and player,” manager Stuart Kettlewell said.
“I’ve spoken with Sam and will ensure he is full supported during this lay off. He is gutted that he is having to miss more games after working so hard to get back fit.
“From a club point of view, it’s another blow. Our injury list isn’t getting shorter and we’ve now got one less option in the forward areas. We’ll look to see if we can bring in some fresh blood to try and cope with the situation.”
We wish Sam a speedy recovery and look forward to seeing him back out on the pitch soon.
We take on Kilmarnock in the second round of the Premier Sports Cup.
Kick-off is 2pm on Sunday 18 August.
| All stands | |
| Adults | £20 |
| Concessions | £10 |
| Juveniles | £5 |
Supporters are able to buy tickets online here 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.
Stuart Kettlewell’s thoughts on the 0-0 opening day draw with Ross County.
Motherwell had to settle for their first point of the season as they fought out a stalemate with Ross County.
In a fixture which has served up a glut of goals over the season’s goalmouth action was scarce as both ‘keeper’s were asked to make only one remarkable save each.
And even the appearance of ‘Well’s new Australian striker Apostolos Stamatelopoulos for the last 25 minutes failed to break the deadlock.
Despite last week’s disappointing performance against Partick Thistle, Stuart Kettlewell made only one change, with Moses Ebiye starting up front alongside Zach Robinson.
County boasting a perfect Premier Sports Cup record, made their first visit to Fir Park sine their 5-0 hammering in February. Don Cowie aimed to avenge that result which ironically cost his predecessor, Derek Adams, the manager’s job.
Aston Oxborough was handed the ‘keeper’s gloves for his first Premier League start. And after six minutes he got his first touch clutching Jordan’s White’s looping header under his crossbar.
Motherwell’s possession and build up play was steady but unable to penetrate County’s back four until 20 minutes.
Robinson nicked the ball off Will Nightingale 15 yards into the visitors half and headed for goal. Although he kept possession until he entered the County box, with Ross Laidlaw racing from his goal, the former Wimbledon striker slipped the ball past the ‘keeper and his right hand post.
Eight minutes later the Steelmen almost sneaked into the lead. Davor Zdravkovski’s terrific lofted pass found Ewan Wilson on the byeline. His cute but back into the six yard box gave Ebiye a chance for a snap shot which Laidlaw beat away.
Two minutes from half-time Ebiye, at the edge of the six yard area, threw himself at Stephen O’Donnell’s low tempting cross, but failed to make contact has the sides remained level at the break.
Within a minute Laidlaw had to palm Dan Casey’s inswinging cross over his bar as the Fir Park men pressed from the restart.
A couple of minutes later a long ball across the County box found Andy Halliday unmarked. Looking for Robinson at the opposite post his low ball was blocked and a chance to test Laidlaw gone.
The first real chance for County came after 57 minutes when they were awarded a free kick 25 yards from goal. And although Ronan Hale curled the ball low round the wall, Oxborough was his equal throwing his large frame across goal and palm the ball round his left hand post.
After 66 minutes and with the home attack still finding it difficult to find gaps in the County defence, Kettlewell made his first substitution, introducing Stamatelopoulos to Scottish football.
Eight minutes later former County man Ross Callachan made his first appearance in a ‘Well jersey as the home side chased a winner.
It might have come at the other end in the 74th minute when White, with plenty of space and time, rose 10 yards from goal only to nod the ball over Oxborough’s bar.
Ten minutes from time, from a free kick to the left of the penalty area, Halliday curled his effort over the bar as Motherwell’s frustrations to get an effort on goal continued.
Five minutes later they managed to hit the target only to be denied by a stunning save.
O’Donnell’s low cross was deflected beyond the box but only to the waiting Wilson and his thundering left foot drive seemed destined for the back of the net until Laidlaw stretched high to his right to repel the shot.
Paul McGinn and Dylan Wells were given final nine minutes to edge the game Motherwell’s way but ultimately two shot shy teams had to settle for a point.
Lennon Miller is your G4 Claims player of the month for July.
The 17-year-old has remained a consistent performer during the month of July.
He came on as a second-half substitute against Edinburgh City in our opening competitive game, and since that introduction, he has played every minute of the next three games.
Controlling the game from the middle of the pitch against Montrose, he dispatched his penalty in the shootout to help his side earn a bonus point.
His strong performance against Clyde caught the eye of many, where he was involved in the build up to Moses Ebiye’s opener, before getting on the scoresheet from the spot in the second-half.
Stephen O’Donnell is looking forward to the new season getting started and he has said that Motherwell are looking for some consistency this season, in the hope that it doesn’t prevent the club from reaching it’s targets.
The newly named Vice-Captain is pleased to have some added responsibility within the changing room and is also encouraged by the competition for places across the pitch.
Stuart Kettlewell is pleased with his business this summer and is excited for the William Hill Premiership curtain raiser against Ross County this Saturday.
The Motherwell boss believes his side should have performed better during the cup competition but that desire to improve is there amongst the players and he is looking forward to seeing that response come Saturday.
Kettlewell discusses the recent arrival of Stamatelopoulos and the impact he can have in his time in ML1, his reaction to Sunday’s game and the expectations for the season ahead.
It’s time to vote for your G4 Claims player of the month for July.
Lennon Miller, Aston Oxborough and Liam Gordon are all up for nomination.
To vote, head over to the Motherwell Facebook page.
