In partnership with the Daily Mile, 100 children from Knowetop Primary and Fir Park School ran laps of the pitch at Motherwell FC’s Fir Park Stadium this morning. The Daily Mile is simple and free. The aim is to get children fit for life and fit for learning by encouraging them to run or jog for 15 minutes every day in their schools or nurseries. It is a physical activity which promotes social, emotional and mental health and wellbeing, as well as fitness. There were only two clubs in the UK, Manchester United and Motherwell, who participated in 2024. The Daily Mile are looking to expand the programme in the years to come. It takes place outside in the fresh air during the school day at a time of the teacher’s choosing. Children run in their school clothes and no special kit or equipment is required. The children taking part took part in a warm up at the Fir Park Training Centre before making their way trackside. When they reach the start point, they were surprised by the Motherwell first-team squad, who were there to cheer the children on. “We’re delighted to be working with Motherwell Football Club Community Trust this year to deliver the Santa Run at the stadium," Scottish National Programme Manager Tom Lambert said. "We are working with a number of partners across the UK to embed the Daily Mile in the school curriculum.”

Steve Seddon is thankful for getting back to the action so quickly following Wednesday night's game against Dundee, but has learned very quickly that there are no easy games in the Scottish Premiership. He says that whilst the players go out looking to win each game, it doesn't always work out that way and they have to find a way of turning that around. Seddon remains calm going into tomorrow's game and draws comparison with West Ham.

Stuart Kettlewell reflects on the frustrations of Wednesday night's game against Dundee. The Motherwell manager was annoyed with his side conceding three goals in seven minutes, and says his team take accountability for that.  Having put the controversial refereeing decision behind him after dialogue with the head of referees, Kettlewell has asked for a healthy support on Saturday against St Mirren, as he feels it can make a difference for the players' confidence.

Stuart Kettlewell gives his thoughts on defeat to Dundee.

In the torrential December rain, Motherwell headed to Dens Park to take on Dundee, looking to end a two-game losing run. With four changes to the side, the early signs were bright, with Lennon Miller and Apostolos Stamatelopoulos going close in the early stages.  However, the good work early doors was undone when Dundee took the lead, but Stamatelopoulos got his second of the season just minutes later to level the game. Motherwell had their tails up, and the chances kept coming. They couldn't get ahead, however, and then the game changed completely. With Kofi Balmer down with a head knock, the referee played on as Dundee hit on the break. They subsequently scored, to the dismay of Motherwell players and staff. The following seven minutes would be a disaster for the Steelmen, conceding a third and fourth, killing the game off. In the latter stages, Steve Seddon, Moses Ebiye, and Miller all went close, but in the end, the game was spun on its head in controversial fashion.

Motherwell travel to Dundee in the William Hill Premiership

With Hibernian travelling to North Lanarkshire in search of their second league win of the season, Stuart Kettlewell was looking for his side to bounce back from their poor trip to the Highlands last Saturday.  In a game that lacked chances, Hibernian got themselves two to the good at the break, before adding a third in the second half. A performance that was below the standards expected, the Motherwell players were left angry at themselves and will have to go again on Wednesday night against Dundee.

Defender Liam Gordon is taking context from the last two league results, and is looking forward to seeing how teammates react to facing Wednesday's challenge against Dundee.  Gordon was left disappointed with the goals conceded in recent matches, but insists that those individual errors can be fixed in the upcoming games.

Manager Stuart Kettlewell reiterated his anger and frustration after Saturday's William Hill Premiership result and performance against Hibernian. Kettlewell says the staff and himself are constantly striving for improvement and are trying to rectify the last two results in the league.  Kettlewell is preparing for the quick turnaround for Wednesday night's game against Dundee.

Full match replay as Hibernian are the visitors in this William Hill Premiership match

Clothing brand Bee Inspired visit Fir Park, where some of the playing squad dress each other to see who does best. In the end, carnage ensues.

Bee Inspired paid a visit to Fir Park, with Ross Callachan, Tony Watt, Marvin Kaleta, Steve Seddon, Tawanda Maswanhise and Lennon Miller all taking part. In this short video, Callachan takes the mic to interview the players ahead of the shoot.