Falkirk 0-0 Motherwell: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Ladbrokes’ post-match review of Falkirk 0-0 Motherwell in the Premiership on Wednesday, 03 December 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

Falkirk and Motherwell played out a goalless draw, finishing 0-0. The first half saw Motherwell dominate possession but fail to create clear chances, while Falkirk looked to counter without much success. Coming into this match off a run of draws and wins, including a 3-0 victory over Dundee United, Falkirk showed defensive resilience but lacked the cutting edge up front.

The second half brought a flurry of substitutions around the hour mark, with Falkirk making four changes at 61 minutes to inject energy, followed by Motherwell’s adjustments shortly after. Ethan Ross picked up a yellow card for Falkirk at 66 minutes, and Filip Lissah followed with another at 77 minutes, but neither side could break the deadlock. Motherwell, who had been in solid form with recent wins over Hibernian and Kilmarnock, will feel they should have capitalised on their control, yet the match ended in a stalemate that extends both teams’ unbeaten runs.

Motherwell controlled the ball with 63% possession compared to Falkirk’s 37%, which allowed them to dictate the tempo but didn’t translate into goals. Falkirk edged the corners 6-3 and had fewer successful dribbles at 43 against Motherwell’s 58, suggesting the visitors were more effective in individual battles while Falkirk relied on set pieces for threats. Discipline-wise, Falkirk picked up two yellow cards with none for Motherwell, and the hosts used eight substitutions overall while Motherwell made six, pointing to Falkirk’s greater need to tweak their approach during the game.

The lack of penalties, assists or injury-time goals underlines a match low on clear opportunities, with both sides’ changes—like Falkirk bringing on Kyrell Wilson for Alfie Agyeman, Ethan Ross for Henry Cartwright, E. Williams for Finn Yeats and Calvin Miller for Trey Samuel-Ogunsuyi at 61 minutes—aiming to shift momentum but ultimately failing to spark a breakthrough.

The match’s rhythm shifted around the hour with a raft of substitutions, as Falkirk introduced Kyrell Wilson in place of Alfie Agyeman, Ethan Ross for Henry Cartwright, E. Williams for Finn Yeats and Calvin Miller for Trey Samuel-Ogunsuyi all at 61 minutes to freshen things up. Motherwell responded quickly at 62 minutes, with Elijah Just replacing Ibrahim Said and John Koutroumbis coming on for Tom Sparrow. Later changes saw Stephen O’Donnell replace Emmanuel Longelo and Apostolos Stamatelopoulos take over from Callum Hendry at 74 minutes, before Regan Charles-Cook substituted for Callum Slattery at 89 minutes.

Disciplinary issues added tension for Falkirk, with Ethan Ross booked at 66 minutes and Filip Lissah cautioned at 77 minutes, but these didn’t lead to any major openings. Without goals or red cards, the game hinged on these tactical tweaks, though neither team could find the decisive edge.

Falkirk lined up in a 4-2-3-1 shape, focusing on a solid defensive base that held firm against Motherwell’s pressure. Key partnerships in midfield and attack were tested, with players like Finn Yeats and Trey Samuel-Ogunsuyi starting before making way in the mass substitution at 61 minutes. Ethan Ross, who came on as a substitute, added some spark but picked up a yellow card soon after.

Motherwell set out in a 4-4-2 formation, using width to stretch the play and maintain possession dominance. Standout roles included the midfield engine, where Tom Sparrow and Callum Slattery featured before being replaced by John Koutroumbis and Regan Charles-Cook respectively. Up front, Callum Hendry led the line until Apostolos Stamatelopoulos took over at 74 minutes, aiming to provide a fresh threat.

Scott Bain earned Ladbrokes’ Man of the Match award for his steady performance in goal, making two crucial saves to keep a clean sheet. His composure under pressure was evident, as he helped Falkirk secure the draw. Bain’s efforts stood out in a game where defensive reliability proved key.

Recent Premiership matches:

• Draw: 0-0 vs Motherwell (H)
• Draw: 0-0 vs Rangers (A)
• Win: 3-0 vs Dundee United (A)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Livingston (H)
• Win: 3-1 vs Kilmarnock (H)

Recent Premiership matches:

• Draw: 0-0 vs Falkirk (A)
• Draw: 0-0 vs Hearts (H)
• Win: 2-0 vs Hibernian (H)
• Win: 3-1 vs Kilmarnock (A)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Aberdeen (A)

Falkirk have just drawn 0-0 at home to Motherwell, leaving them sixth in the table on 21 points after a mixed run that includes draws with Rangers and Livingston plus wins over Dundee United and Kilmarnock. Their next fixture is against Hibernian on 2025-12-06 at 15:00, with the opponents sitting fifth on 21 points. This match offers Falkirk a chance to climb the standings and edge closer to the top spots, building on their unbeaten streak.

Motherwell have just drawn 0-0 away to Falkirk, keeping them third in the table on 23 points following a strong sequence with draws against Hearts and Aberdeen alongside victories over Hibernian and Kilmarnock. Their next game is at home to Livingston on 2025-12-06 at 15:00, facing a side currently 12th on just eight points. With a chance to extend their good form against a struggling opponent, Motherwell will aim to pick up three points and solidify their position near the top.

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