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Motherwell face newly-promoted Partick Thistle on Sunday at Petershill Football Centre.

The Glasgow side finished in third place in the SWPL2 last season and missed out on promotion.

However, due to Forfar Farmington’s withdrawal from the SWPL1 at the start of the season, Thistle were moved up into the top flight.

Kick off is 1pm.

Fixture change

Celtic were due to be our opponents on Sunday 19 September in SWPL1.

Due to international call ups within the Celtic camp, the fixture has been postponed and will be played at a later date, and the fixture with Thistle from 26 September has been brought forward.

A further update will be provided in due course on our rearranged fixture against Celtic.

Tale of the Tape

Motherwell are unbeaten in their previous two meetings with Thistle.

The sides last met in 2020 in the SWPL Cup, where the women of steel ran out comfortable 6-1 winners.

Prior to that, their last encounter was in 2019 in the SWF Scottish Cup, where the game was taken to extra time and The ’Well progressed after winning 2-0.

Form Guide

Both Partick Thistle and Motherwell are looking for their first points of the SWPL1 campaign.

Thistle played their opening league match on Sunday against promoted side Aberdeen, where they fell to a 2-0 defeat.

The Jags finished second in their SWPL Cup group and qualified for the next round, where they will face champions Glasgow City.

Motherwell will be looking to get off the mark in the new campaign after a tricky start against Glasgow City and Hibernian, where they lost 6-0 and 4-0 respectively.

Motherwell suffered defeat to Hibernian in their SWPL1 home opener on Sunday.

Rachael Boyle would open the scoring for the visitors with a well-placed free kick, before Kirsty Morrison rifled home a second from close range.

Carla Boyce added a third early into the second half, before substitute Eilidh Adams netted a fourth late on to secure all three points for the Edinburgh side.

Motherwell battled hard in the second half in search of a consolation but were unable to break through a resolute Hibs defence.

The visitors would come close to the opener in the opening phases of play. Katie Rice’s floated cross fell kindly to Boyce at the back post, but the winger’s low driven effort was deflected inches wide of the target.

Hibs would take the lead midway through the first half. Boyle’s perfectly weighted free-kick curled superbly past Khym Ramsay into the top-right corner, leaving the Motherwell shot-stopper with no chance.

They would then double their advantage on the stroke of half-time. Motherwell were unable to clear their lines from Rice’s cross, and Morrison was there to fire home the rebound from close range to put the visitors in control of the tie.

The Hibees would add a third early into the second half. A well-worked counter-attack caught Motherwell out at the back, and Boyce raced through on goal before comfortably placing her strike under Ramsay into the bottom left corner.

The fourth came in the latter stages of the game. A quick interchange of play left substitute Eilidh Adams unchallenged at the edge of the box, and the forward’s powerful effort sailed past Ramsay into the top-left corner.

Motherwell have signed Courtney Whyte from Queen’s Park.

The 23-year-old centre half signs with the claret and amber, after turning out for the Spiders at the start of this season.

The defender has ample amount of international experience at youth level and will come in and fight for a place in the starting 11.

“I’ve worked with Courtney on many different levels, both at club and national level,” manager Paul Brownlie said.

“Courtney will add experience and quality to this team. She has played with Glasgow City and Celtic so she understands the demands.

“Courtney will be very flexible within the team and can play in several positions. I am delighted to get her on board.”

Whyte will wear the number 30 shirt this season for the women of steel.

Olivia Potter has been included in the Scotland Under 17s squad for their next UEFA Women’s Under 17 Championship qualifiers.

The Motherwell midfielder is in the selection for three games being held in the Netherlands.

The national team face the Dutch first on 29 September at 7pm, before taking on the Czech Republic on 2 October at 1pm.

The camp is rounded off with a game against Slovenia on 5 October at 7pm, as the team look to progress to the Elite Round stage.

Motherwell have added 18-year-old centre half Paige McAllister to the squad.

The young defender initially comes in on loan from Celtic, with her move becoming permanent when her contract expires at the end of the year.

As well as featuring with Celtic, Paige wason loan with SWPL1 side Hearts last season, gaining valuable experience in the top flight.

She has represented Scotland at various youth levels and has scored for the national team against Northern Ireland back in 2019.

“We wanted to add more quality to our back four,” head coach Paul Brownlie said.

“Paige was someone we wanted to bring in when we first arrived at the club, so to get it done now is great.

“Paige will bring many good attributes to the team. She’s still young in her journey but she’ll add quality to the squad.”

McAllister will wear the number 66 shirt this season.

“I am looking forward to working with Paul, all the staff and the players,” she added.

“I can’t wait to get started as everyone has made me feel really welcome.”

Motherwell play Hibernian in their first home match of the new SWPL1 campaign on Sunday at Alliance Park.

Kick off is 4pm.

Come and Watch

Fans are welcome at Alliance Park.

Adult entry to the stadium will cost £5. Children will get in for free. All spectators will be housed in our covered seating area.

Tale of the Tape

Motherwell have lost out by a one-goal margin in each of the last two meetings with Hibernian.

The Edinburgh side are unbeaten against the women of steel, winning the last nine encounters ranging back to 2017.

Form Guide

Motherwell suffered a 6-0 defeat in the opening weekend of the SWPL1 at the hands of reigning champions Glasgow City.

Hibernian opened their season with three points and a 3-0 win against Spartans at the Tony Macaroni Arena.

The Hibees qualified for the next round of the SWPL Cup after they finished top of their group, scoring 24 goals in three games and conceding just two goals in the process.

Motherwell suffered defeat to Glasgow City in a tough SWPL1 encounter at Petershill Park on Sunday.

Priscila Chinchilla netted the early opener, before Claire Walsh added a second from a well-worked corner. Ode Fulutudilu would add a third from close range, before adding a fourth on the stroke of half time.

Taylor Fisher would fire home the fifth, before Vital Kats late effort settled a 6-0 defeat for Motherwell.

The hosts would take the lead in the opening minute.

Kats’ perfectly-weighted pass sliced through the Motherwell defence, leaving Chinchilla through on goal, and the forward skilfully rounded Khym Ramsay before slotting her strike into the empty net.

City would double their advantage minutes later.

Tyler Dodds’ floated corner found Walsh unmarked in the box, and the defender powerfully placed her header past Ramsay into the right corner to put the hosts in control early on.

The champions continued to show their early dominance and would add a third on the 20-minute mark.

A well-worked counter-attack allowed Fulutudilu to break with pace, and winger raced through on goal before rounding Ramsay and applying the finishing touch from close range.

The hosts would add a fourth in the latter stages of the first half.

Cailin Michie’s long ball was misjudged by Ramsay, and Chinchilla’s pass allowed Fulutudilu to add her second of the game from a few yards out.

Motherwell would almost pull one back on the stroke of half-time. Kaela McDonald-Nguah’s long range effort was spilled by Erin Clachers, but the keeper recovered in time to keep the score at 4-0.

Glasgow City would be awarded a penalty minutes into the second half, after Kats’ diagonal cross appeared to strike Gill Inglis’ hand in the box.

Substitute Mairead Fulton stepped up but her low driven effort was superbly stopped by Ramsay in the Motherwell goal.

Fisher would add a fifth on the hour mark. Dodds’ in-swinging cross fell kindly to Fisher at the edge of the box, and the forward rifled her strike into the bottom corner to secure the three points for the hosts.

City would continue to punish a depleted Motherwell side and would add a sixth after 65 minutes.

An exceptional interchange of play found Kats at the edge of the box, and the midfielder’s side footed effort sailed into the top right corner.

Motherwell will now look to redeem themselves as they face a home encounter with Hibs next week, as they search for their first three points this season. Off the pitch, the club has also been exploring new financial avenues to strengthen its long-term stability. A recent report from the club’s board mentioned their interest in modern investment opportunities, including digital assets. Discussions have even surfaced about the best crypto presale options as a potential funding strategy, with some analysts suggesting that early investments in promising blockchain projects could provide a new revenue stream. While nothing has been confirmed, the idea reflects a growing trend among football clubs looking beyond traditional sponsorships and broadcasting deals to secure financial growth.

Motherwell ended their SWPL Cup campaign with a second group stage win against Queen’s Park on Sunday.

Captain Gill Inglis opened the scoring for the ‘Well early into the second half, before Abbi McDonald levelled for the hosts.

Holli McIndoe would put Queens Park in front with a clinical finish, but Motherwell would equalise minutes later through Chelsie Watson.

Claire Crosbie would then settle the tie late on with a well-placed header.

Motherwell would have the best chance of the opening period. Inglis’ long ball sliced through the Queens defence, leaving Abby Callaghan through on goal

The forward though couldn’t apply the finishing touch as her effort was easily gathered by Rachael Caddell.

The ‘Well continued to pile on the pressure in search of the opener.

Watson’s long ball was superbly brought down by Callaghan at the edge of the box, but the forward was left to rue her missed chances as her chipped effort rattled off the post.

Motherwell would open the scoring minutes into the second half.

Eilidh Martin’s inswinging cross found Inglis yards from goal, and the midfielder made no mistake as she coolly placed her strike past Caddell to give the ‘Well an early advantage in the second half.

However, the hosts would be level minutes later. Mhairi Fyfe’s through ball found McDonald at the edge of the box, and the winger’s powerful effort arrowed past Ramsey into the bottom right corner.

Queen’s would then take the lead on the hour mark. Goal scorer McDonald’s diagonal cross found McIndoe at the back post and the striker couldn’t miss from close range.

However, Motherwell would equalise with 25 minutes to go. Inglis’ floated corner fell kindly to Watson who was left unmarked in the box, and the defender fired her strike home from a yard out.

The ’Well would then regain the lead in the latter stages of the game.

A well-worked corner routine found Crosbie at the back post, and the defender calmly placed her header past Caddell into the top right corner.

Motherwell finish third in their SWPL Cup group, and will now look forward to their opening league encounter with champions Glasgow City next weekend.

Motherwell face off against SWPL 2 side Queen’s Park to round off the group stage of the SWPL Cup on Sunday.

Kick off at Nethercraigs Football Pitch is at 2.15pm.

Tale of the tape

Motherwell’s last encounter with Queen’s Park came in 2019.

The women of steel cruised to a 5-0 victory in the SWF Scottish Cup.

Form guide

Queen’s Park and Motherwell are unable to qualify from the group, but will both be looking to finish in third place.

Both teams have one win in the group thus far, with Boroughmuir Thistle the victims.

Queen’s Park won 3-0, while Motherwell romped home to a 4-1 victory.

Motherwell picked up their first win in the SWPL Cup against Boroughmuir Thistle on Wednesday.

Elsie Macara’s own goal opened the scoring for the ‘Well minutes into the first half, before Chelsie Watson doubled the score from the penalty spot.

Sammy Duncan would pull one back for the hosts from close range, but Motherwell restored their two-goal advantage after a second own goal from the visitors early into the second half, before Claire Crosbie settled the tie with a well-placed header.

Motherwell would take the lead after three minutes.

Captain Gill Inglis’ inswinging cross was misjudged by Boroughmuir’s Macara and her looping header sailed over her own goalkeeper into the net to give the hosts the early advantage.

With the opener secured, Paul Brownlie’s side grew in confidence and were unfortunate not to double their advantage minutes later.

Kodie Hay’s through ball sliced through the Thistle defence, giving Lori Gardner a clear strike on goal. But the uneven surface played its part and the chance petered away.

Motherwell would double their lead from the penalty spot on the 20 minute mark.

Watson calmly stepped up and slotted her strike past the keeper into the bottom-right corner to put the visitors in control of the tie.

Boroughmuir would pull one back against the run of play minutes later.

Elvie Mclean’s low driven cross found Sammy Duncan yards from goal and the midfielder coolly placed her strike past Ramsey in the Motherwell net.

With the second half underway, the ‘Well continued to pile on the pressure in search of a vital third goal, and would restore their two-goal cushion on the hour mark.

Gardner’s whipped in cross was aimed at McDonald-Nguah, but was nodded home by the Boroughmuir defender.

Motherwell would wrap up the tie in the dying stages of the game from a well-worked free kick.

Hay’s cross was superbly met by Crosbie, who placed her header past Moodie to give Motherwell all three points and a 4-1 victory.

Motherwell will look to carry their form into their final SWPL group game with Queen’s Park on Sunday, before facing Champions Glasgow City in the opening league encounter later this month.