Motherwell – Heart Of Midlothian

Match analysis

Motherwell, sitting 21st with ten points from three wins, a draw and two defeats and a modest +2 goal difference, will host a struggling Heart of Midlothian side that sit 95th on just two points after two goalless draws. The Fir Park clash pits a team desperate to claw back into safety against a side still searching for its first win of the campaign. With Motherwell’s attack having netted ten goals while conceding eight, and Hearts yet to find the net despite scoring three overall, the encounter promises a test of defensive resolve for both clubs. A positive result for Motherwell could be pivotal in their fight to escape the relegation zone, while Hearts will be hoping to finally break their barren spell and climb out of the league’s lower reaches.