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

Explore Ladbrokes' detailed preview for Motherwell vs Falkirk in the Premiership. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 15:00 BST match.

• Fixture: Motherwell vs Falkirk

• Date: Saturday, 18 October 2025

• Kick-off: 15:00 BST

• Venue: Fir Park

Match Prediction: Motherwell 2-1 Falkirk

Motherwell's recent form shows they can hold their own against tough competition. They've drawn three of their last five games, showing resilience, but also a tendency to concede. Against Falkirk, they'll need to tighten up at the back while capitalising on their attacking flair, especially after their solid win against Aberdeen.

Falkirk, on the other hand, have had a mixed bag lately. They managed a draw against Rangers, which is no small feat, but also suffered a heavy loss to Hearts. Their game plan might focus on counter-attacking, hoping to exploit any gaps in Motherwell's defence. This match could be tight, but Motherwell's home advantage might just tip the scales.

Motherwell's recent results show a team that's hard to beat but also struggles to secure wins. Their 2-0 victory over Aberdeen at home is a positive sign, but the three draws in their last five games indicate they need to be more clinical in front of goal. This could be crucial against Falkirk, as they'll need to convert their chances to secure the three points.

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 form has been inconsistent, with a notable draw against Rangers but also a heavy defeat to Hearts. Their ability to score against strong teams like Rangers suggests they can be dangerous on the break. However, their defensive frailties, as seen in the loss to Hearts, might be their downfall against a determined Motherwell side.

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 2010 saw Falkirk edge out Motherwell 1-0, suggesting that Falkirk might have a slight psychological edge going into this match.

• 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

With Fadinger and Maswanhise in midfield, Motherwell will look to control the game's tempo and create scoring opportunities. The presence of Stamatelopoulos up front will be crucial for converting those chances into goals.

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

Falkirk's lineup suggests a focus on counter-attacks, with Tait and Spencer in midfield looking to break quickly. Henderson at the back will need to be solid to keep Motherwell's forwards at bay.

• Apostolos Stamatelopoulos vs Liam Henderson: This will be a key battle between Motherwell's striker and Falkirk's defender, with Stamatelopoulos looking to exploit any gaps in the defence.

• Tawanda Maswanhise vs Ethan Williams: The midfield duel between Maswanhise and Williams could dictate the flow of the game, with both players crucial to their teams' strategies.

• John Koutroumbis (Motherwell): Koutroumbis will be vital in midfield for Motherwell, providing both defensive solidity and creative spark.

• Dylan Tait (Falkirk): Tait's role in midfield for Falkirk will be crucial, as he looks to drive forward and create scoring opportunities.

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