Motherwell faced off against Premiership new boys Falkirk in their first match after the international break, looking to bounce back from last-minute heartbreak against Celtic a fortnight ago.  And the first-half signs were positive; a dominant display saw Falkirk penned in with the hosts creating chance after chance. Ibrahim Said thought he had opened the scoring, but VAR somehow ruled the goal out for a foul. Tawanda Maswanhise netted his eighth of the season moments later; however, Motherwell couldn't find the second or the third before the break, something they deserved. John McGlynn made some halftime alterations, and they took effect sooner rather than later. All of Motherwell's good work came undone when Calvin Miller drew his side level. More anguish was still to come for Jens Berthel Askou's side, as Scott Arfield would find the winner in the closing stages, condemning the Motherwell manager to his first Fir Park defeat since arriving in the summer.

The manager gives his thoughts as despite an impressive first-half showing, a poor second-half led to a defeat against Premiership newcomers Falkirk.

Full match replay from the William Hill Premiership. There is no commentary due to illness of the commentator.

Jens Berthel Askou provided a positive injury update on Callum Slattery, Elijah Just, Callum Hendry and Tom Sparrow ahead this weekend's match against Falkirk.  Despite the atmosphere already building ahead of the upcoming semi-final match against St Mirren, the Motherwell manager is keen to emphasise that the team are only focused on the next game, and that mindset won't change.

Summer signing Oscar Priestman talks about his move across the world from Australia during the summer, and discusses his enjoyment of the style of play being implemented by the manager.  The Aussie midfielder believes the squad are raring to get the season back underway following the small break for international football.

He's been an integral part since his first day at Motherwell. Winning his first player of the month award of the season, here is Elliot Watt's best bits from September.

August was gruelling, but the performances were positive. One thing was missing however, the first league win.  Fresh from the international break, three games were due to be played in September. It was a huge month this early on in the season for Motherwell, with a place at Hampden at stake and a chance to get off the mark in the league. New signings Regan Charles-Cook and Stephen Welsh sit down to break down every game in September, and the emotions they felt on the pitch playing.

With the first league win of the season in the bag last week, Motherwell travelled to the home of the Scottish champions, Celtic. Many were intrigued to see if the Steelmen could implement their style of play against Celtic, but Jens Berthel Askou's men did just that and put in a terrific display. After going one down to a penalty, Apostolos Stamatelopoulos drew his side level with a powerful header before the half time mark. Ten years on since their last victory at Celtic Park, Stamatelopoulos put Motherwell on track to end that drought, with the Aussie netting from the spot to put Motherwell ahead. Motherwell's brave approach on the ball was commended and impressive largely during the 90 minutes, but Celtic capitalised on poor decision-making to net a leveller and give Celtic hope of turning the game around. After steadying the game and looking likely to get a point, Motherwell's hearts would be broken in stoppage time when Daizen Maeda scored to spark wild celebrations amongst the home support, a compliment in itself for the effort and performance Motherwell displayed on the day. A harsh and cruel ending wouldn't dampen the Motherwell spirits, as focus turns to the return to action following the international break against Falkirk.