Aberdeen 1-1 Motherwell: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Ladbrokes’ post-match review of Aberdeen 1-1 Motherwell in the Premiership on Sunday, 09 November 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

Well, that was a cracking draw at Pittodrie, wasn’t it? Aberdeen managed to hold Motherwell to a 1-1 stalemate, which might not have been the result fans were hoping for, but it’s a point gained after a mixed bag of recent form. The Dons came into this one off the back of a win against Kilmarnock and a loss to Hibs, so they’ll be pleased to stop the rot.

Motherwell, on the other hand, were on a bit of a roll with two wins before this, so they might feel a tad disappointed not to take all three points. Jesper Karlsson’s goal for Aberdeen, assisted by Graeme Shinnie, was a highlight, but Elijah Just’s equaliser for Motherwell kept things level.

The game was a real battle, with both teams showing plenty of grit. Aberdeen’s recent results show they’re a bit up and down, but this draw could be the foundation for a stronger run. Motherwell, despite their strong form coming into this, couldn’t quite break through Aberdeen’s defence enough to secure the win. It was a game of fine margins, and both teams will feel they could have nicked it at the end.

Looking at the stats, Motherwell had the lion’s share of possession with 65% to Aberdeen’s 35%. That’s a clear sign they were trying to dominate the ball, but it didn’t translate into a win. Aberdeen, despite less possession, managed to create some decent chances, evidenced by their 41% successful dribble rate compared to Motherwell’s 34%. The corner count was close, with Motherwell edging it 6 to 4, showing they had a bit more pressure in the final third.

The yellow card count was quite telling, with Aberdeen picking up four to Motherwell’s one. That suggests the Dons were a bit more desperate to stop Motherwell’s attacks, perhaps feeling the pressure of the game. Overall, the stats show a game where Motherwell had more of the ball but couldn’t quite turn that into a victory, while Aberdeen were more efficient with their limited possession.

The key moments in this match were all about the goals and the cards. Aberdeen’s Jesper Karlsson found the net in the 61st minute, thanks to a nice assist from Graeme Shinnie, giving the Dons the lead. But Motherwell weren’t going to let that stand for long, with Elijah Just equalising just three minutes later, assisted by Callum Slattery. That quick response kept the game on a knife-edge.

Cards also played a role, with Aberdeen picking up four yellows, including one for Graeme Shinnie, before he was subbed off. Motherwell’s Elliot Watt was the only one to see yellow for his side. The game saw a glut of substitutions, with both teams making five changes each, trying to find that winning goal, but it wasn’t to be.

Aberdeen lined up in a 3-4-3 formation, with Dimitar Mitov in goal and a back three of Nicky Devlin, Jack Milne, and Mats Knoester. The midfield was anchored by Dylan Lobban and Dante Polvara, with Graeme Shinnie and Emmanuel Gyamfi providing width. Up top, Stuart Armstrong, Marko Lazetić, and Jesper Karlsson led the line. This setup allowed Aberdeen to be compact at the back but also to hit Motherwell on the counter, which they did effectively with Karlsson’s goal.

Motherwell went with a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Calum Ward between the sticks and a back four of John Koutroumbis, Paul McGinn, Stephen Welsh, and Emmanuel Longelo. The midfield duo of Elliot Watt and Lukas Fadinger provided stability, while Tawanda Maswanhise, Callum Slattery, and Elijah Just supported the lone striker Apostolos Stamatelopoulos. This formation allowed Motherwell to control the game with their possession, but they struggled to break down Aberdeen’s defence consistently.

Ladbrokes’ Man of the Match goes to Motherwell’s Apostolos Our Ladbrokes’ Man of the Match goes to Graeme Shinnie of Aberdeen. Shinnie was instrumental in the Dons’ performance, providing the assist for Karlsson’s goal and being a constant threat in midfield. Despite picking up a yellow card late in the game, his energy and leadership were key to Aberdeen’s resilience. A well-deserved nod for a player who gave it his all.

Recent Premiership matches:

• Draw: 1-1 vs Motherwell (H)
• Win: 1-0 vs Kilmarnock (A)
• Loss: 1-2 vs Hibernian (H)

Recent Premiership matches:

• Draw: 1-1 vs Aberdeen (A)
• Win: 2-0 vs Dundee United (H)
• Win: 2-1 vs Livingston (A)
• Loss: 1-2 vs Falkirk (H)
• Loss: 2-3 vs Celtic (A)

Currently sitting in 8th place with 11 points, Aberdeen will face league leaders Hearts, after the international break, who have 30 points, on November 23, 2025 at 15:00.

In 6th place with 15 points, Motherwell’s next challenge is against Kilmarnock, who are in 10th with 10 points, on November 22, 2025, at 15:00.

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