Motherwell vs Falkirk: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

Motherwell's recent results show a team that can both score and concede goals. Their win against Aberdeen at home and draws against Dundee, Kilmarnock, and Hearts demonstrate their ability to compete, even if they struggle to secure victories consistently.

This form suggests they will approach the game against Falkirk with confidence, looking to capitalise on their home advantage and recent scoring form.

Recent Premiership Results:

• Loss: 2-3 vs Celtic (A)

• Win: 2-0 vs Aberdeen (H)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Dundee (A)

• Draw: 2-2 vs Kilmarnock (H)

• Draw: 3-3 vs Hearts (A)

Falkirk's recent performances have been mixed, with a notable win against Aberdeen away from home but also losses to Hearts and St. Mirren. Their draws against Rangers and Hibs indicate they can hold their own against stronger teams, but their inconsistency might be a concern.

Against Motherwell, they will need to be more clinical in front of goal and more solid defensively to secure a positive result.

Recent Premiership Results:

• Draw: 1-1 vs Rangers (H)

• Loss: 0-3 vs Hearts (A)

• Draw: 2-2 vs Hibernian (H)

• Loss: 1-2 vs St. Mirren (H)

• Win: 1-0 vs Aberdeen (A)

The head-to-head record between Motherwell and Falkirk shows a closely contested rivalry. In their last five meetings, Falkirk have won twice, Motherwell once, with two draws. The most recent encounter in April 2010 saw Falkirk win 1-0 away at Motherwell, suggesting they have the capability to challenge Motherwell on their home turf.

• Motherwell 0-1 Falkirk (03 Apr 2010)

• Falkirk 0-0 Motherwell (27 Jan 2010)

• Motherwell 1-0 Falkirk (03 Oct 2009)

• Falkirk 2-1 Motherwell (02 May 2009)

• Motherwell 1-1 Falkirk (24 Jan 2009)

• Jordan McGhee (Thigh) - Doubt
• Eseosa Sule (Thigh) - Doubt
• Tom Sparrow (Unknown) - Doubt
• Sam Nicholson (Knee) - Doubt
• Zach Robinson (Achilles) - Doubt
• Callum Slattery (Knee) - Doubt

• Aidan Nesbitt (Foot) - Out

• Ethan Ross (Ankle) - Out

• Coll Donaldson (Groin) - Doubt

• Finn Yeats (Foot) - Doubt

• Jamie Sneddon (Hernia) - Doubt

• Predicted lineup: Ward, Koutroumbis, Gordon, McGinn, Longelo, Maswanhise, Fadinger, Said, Watt, Charles-Cook, Stamatelopoulos

Motherwell's predicted lineup suggests a focus on maintaining a solid midfield presence with Fadinger and Maswanhise, while relying on the attacking prowess of Charles-Cook and Stamatelopoulos to break down Falkirk's defence.

• Predicted lineup: Bain, Adams, Neilson, Henderson, McCann, Wilson, Spencer, Williams, Tait, Miller, MacIver

Falkirk's predicted lineup indicates a strategy to balance defence and attack, with Henderson and Neilson providing stability at the back, while MacIver and Miller look to create scoring opportunities.

• Ibrahim Said vs Lewis Neilson: This duel will see Motherwell's forward Said trying to outmaneuvre Falkirk's powerful defender Neilson.

• Elliot Watt vs Dylan Tait: Motherwell's midfielder Watt will look to control the midfield against Falkirk's Tait.

• Emmanuel Longelo (Motherwell): Longelo's versatility and ability to contribute both defensively and offensively make him a crucial player for Motherwell.

• Ethan Williams (Falkirk): His pace and goal-scoring threat from midfield could be key for Falkirk's chances.

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