With five games to go, and the potential of a relegation scrap looming, Motherwell knew a win against bottom-side St Johnstone would lift them away from any danger.  The game got off to the worst possible start for Michael Wimmer, as he watched his side concede to a Mackenzie Kirk strike early in the first-half. But his side rallied, and after a number of dangerous attacks, Callum Slattery and Johnny Koutroumbis had the Steelmen ahead at the break. Tom Sparrow added a third to seemingly kill the game off, until St Johnstone found the back of the net for a second time to setup a nervous end to proceedings. However, the points would stay in North Lanarkshire and with four games left, Motherwell's target will be 7th place.

Full Match Replay Motherwell v St Johnstone

Johnny Koutroumbis has had his fair share of battles to face since coming to Scotland in the summer, but the Aussie defender has maintained a positive mindset throughout and is ready to help the team when called upon.  Koutroumbis talks about having to be patient throughout the season, playing in different positions and what his journey, which has included beating cancer, has been like for him.

Manager Michael Wimmer has provided a squad update in his latest press conference ahead of Saturday's match against St Johnstone. Wimmer says he wants to get the club's top flight status confirmed as soon as possible, to avoid any sort of relegation fight.  The German also said players will be fighting to remain at the club next season, as he had spoken to every player about their current situation, making it clear to the each individual what it is they need to do before the season ends.

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Tom Sparrow arrived in the summer of 2024 in ML1, with many only knowing the 22-year-old from his stint just down the road with Hamilton. Admitting that he was never the best player in his age group at Stoke City in his early years, Sparrow's approach has always been about giving 100% at all times and leaving nothing out on the pitch. That professional mindset has led him from playing National League North football with Chester in 2023/24 to playing with Motherwell in the top flight of Scottish football the following year. Show work ethic and adaptability; Sparrow has been deployed as a wing-back more than his natural central midfield role, something he relishes. Learning every day, he has impressed new manager Michael Wimmer quickly and was handed a new contract lasting until 2028. With his future secure, it's straight back to work for Sparrow, as he has his eyes firmly set on his next target on the international stage.

Motherwell, Hearts and St Mirren could all finish in the final top-six spot with the right set of results going into match day 33. With the Jambos visiting Fir Park, it was all set up for a grandstand finish. In the early stages of the game, both teams look tentative; however, both had chances. Tony Watt and Callum Slattery shot just wide of the mark in the first-half, but neither side could break the deadlock. With St Mirren beating Ross County, it ruled Motherwell out of the top-six running, but Hearts could still complete the job if they found the back of the net. Lawrence Shankland went close, twice, but on both occasions, didn't see the net ripple. The stalemate confirmed bottom-six football for the Steelmen for the third season running, but Michael Wimmer will be pleased by adding a point to the tally, as Motherwell look to steer clear of any drama at the bottom of the table.

Michael Wimmer gives his reaction to the goalless draw with Hearts. The point means Motherwell will miss out on top-six.

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Defender Dan Casey has described Saturday's game against Hearts as a 'Cup Final' for the players. The Irishman is excited for what is ahead and hope everyone turns up on the day.  Casey says there is frustration with the amount of wrong decisions the club have been involved in over the course of the season, however these decisions are in the past and now everyone has to remain fully focused on the opportunity to get into the top-six.

Manager Michael Wimmer is pleased to have defender Kofi Balmer available for Saturday's match against Hearts. The Motherwell boss offers his opinion and thoughts on VAR and referees in Scotland.  Wimmer explains how his team should be motivated to the max for the top-six shootout against Hearts on Saturday, with everyone fully aware of how big a game it is in the context of the Steelmen's season.

Motherwell returned from Ayrshire empty-handed, having played over 70 minutes with ten men on the pitch. Shortly after Kilmarnock's opener, Kofi Balmer was given his marching orders following contact on the follow-through with a Killie player.  From then on, the game was killed as a contest, with Derek McInnes' side having large spells of possession. They doubled their lead seven minutes after the interval from a corner, which secured the win for the hosts. However, with Hearts failing to register a win against Dundee United, the race for top-six will go down to the wire on Saturday, with Motherwell, Hearts and St Mirren all in contention.