Match Preview | Motherwell
Motherwell versus MORTON
Saturday 19 July 2019
Fir Park, Motherwell
Kick-off 7.45pm
Scene Setter
Morton hope to follow on from their 6-1 victory over Dumbarton as they travel to Premiership side Motherwell this evening in their second match of their Betfred Cup campaign.
The Ton face tough competition as Stephen Robinson’s men also follow on from their own 3-0 result over Queen of the South as it sets up for what will be a very competitive match.
BT Sport will broadcast the game this evening in what is set to be a tough challenge for David Hopkin’s men.
Team News
Goalkeeper Brendan Pearson and striker Kalvin Orsi both remain sidelined for tonight’s game as they continue their respected recoveries.
Head to Head
Sat 4 Feb 2012: Motherwell 6-0 Morton (William Hill Scottish Cup, fifth round)
Tue 22 Sep 2015: Morton 3-2 Motherwell (Betfred Cup)
Sat 22 July 2017: Motherwell 4-0 Morton (Betfred Cup)
Last Time Round
Ten-man Morton suffered a disappointing 4-0 defeat at the hands of Group F top seeds Motherwell in the Betfred Cup last July.
A depleted Ton side minus three key defenders went 2-0 down to goals from Charles Dunne and Chris Cadden before Gary Harkins was sent off for a high challenge that referee Kevin Clancy deemed worthy of a straight red.
The Premiership outfit added two more after the break, through Richard Tait and substitute Louis Moult, to claim all three points and climb above The Ton into top spot in the section with a game in hand.
Officials
Referee: Willie Collum
Assistant one: Graeme Stewart
Assistant two: Graham Chambers
Fourth Official: David Munro
Fan File
· There is planned ROAD WORKS between Greenock and Motherwell which will affect journey times, M74 Contraflow in Operation at Raith Interchange, severe delays of up to an hour expected. Also Roadworks on Windmillhill Street Motherwell, Diversion in place. No planned rail works at this time, Airbles Station Motherwell is 1 mile away from Fir Park. Please Check www.scotrail.co.uk and www.trafficscotland.org for up to date information, PLEASE PLAN YOUR JOURNEY AND LEAVE IN PLENTY OF TIME TO ENABLE YOU TO ENTER STADIUM PRIOR TO KICK OFF.
· Prices for entry are Adult £12, Concession £6 (over 65, student, under 21), under 12’s must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Cash Turnstiles In Operation, Away Supporters will be seated within the South Stand of Fir Park, this South Stand will only consist of Greenock Morton Fans.
· Wheelchair users and carers enter via South Stand entrance, 6 Accessible Needs Away Car Park Spaces Available, please pre – book via Robert Park, Safety Officer or tickets@mfcdsa.com , Names and Vehicle Registration Required.
