Lobey_Dosser

Excellent recognition that the spine of our team has made the team of the year. Well deserved. Higdon has had a tremendous season while the other 3 are destined to play at a much higher level.

I feared the worst when we didn't replace Jennings and Clancy. All expectations have been exceeded by some distance. Never have I seen a Motherwell team dish out so many hammerings in a season. Such a shame this squad won't represent us in Europe.

Played them off the park at times today. Fantastic tactical move from McCall to put Hateley into the midfield to take care of Hooper. When did we last beat Celtic twice on the trot? For a long time, I've spoke about our inferiority complex against the Old Firm and other big teams but this squad has developed a mental strength I haven't seen since the 90s. Today was the icing on the cake to a fantastic season. Thanks Motherwell.

I thought Lasley, Ramsden and Hammell were terrific throughout while Henrik tore them apart in the 2nd half. Humphrey done a tremendous shift covering two positions at times but my motm was the outstanding Hateley. Full credit to Law for getting through the game. Didn't expect to see him for the 2nd half but went on to play a pivotal role.

Any chat about the game? Fancied us strongly until Lennon's rant. If we can show the same determination and belief as last time then we will hopefully run them close. Not sure what Celtic players are on holiday but I'd be tempted to bring in Carswell for Humphrey just to tighten things up a wee bit in the midfield. 3 points would be the icing on the cake to a tremendous season. 'Mon the 'Well...

Frustrated. The shorts and socks are cracking but the top is a shocker IMO, way too much going on. The collar is gay and the sleeves are horrible. After some really good Puma efforts, we are back to an era where we are presented with a top that you hope is a grower. I doubt this one is... Is the anniversary top still available?

Black Pony Tommy Coyne effort with the 2 white hoops.

A black and claret version of option 3 would do nicely for the away kit. Always favour a white shirt but we are due a black one.

Griffiths by a distance for me. Great to see Higdon in top 4.

Higginbotham strikes me as the type of player that will take time to mature into a role before developing into a key player. A wee bit like McCornack and O'Brien. He's a talented boy and if he has his head screwed on, his opportunity will come at Fir Park.

The Sun, I know, saying McCall is favourite for Sheff Utd job.

Not sure that's how it would have shaped up after 22 games. At this stage of the season the top 4 of the middle 8 may well have been decided with the prospect of no relegation and promotion. Imagine Hibs, Hearts and St Mirren battling to avoid the relegation playoff slot while Morton, Falkirk and Livi jockey for a shot at promotion.

Was interested to see where he would head today. If he was at St Mirren, the obvious links are Samson and Harkins. Think if McGowan is to leave St Mirren, it will be to head south.

Mentioned on ESPN that the last top scorer outwith the old firm was Tommy Coyne.

No it doesn't. 2nd place and Celtic cup win means 3rd round qualifier...

Aye, we were paying £5k a week to wasters. Nothing like the professionalism of recent squads.

Come back Boyle, sign this squad up for a couple of year, challenge for the league and generate some transfer fees. I'm all for us being self sufficient but a wee bit of wise investment could set us up for years.

There was a moment there where I think we had 5 in each box.

The first time I seen him I joked he was the Motherwell Fabregas. He didn't fall short.

Pleased with today's outcome but I do wonder what is round the corner. Will St Mirren play a lead role in SPL2?

If there was such an offer, I'd probably be more inclined to go with that rather than renewing ST...

Self preservation from the SPL clubs.

Roy MacGregor pushing for compromise. http://m.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/22135567

Cheers NWF, much appreciated. Think the St Mirren statement will have affected the attendance as we are pretty sure it won't get voted through. Gambling company to be the sponsor? I've jokingly suggested 888.com but it's the only logic behind this setup.

Anyone hear Stewart Milne get tore into St Mirren's position? All the sweeter given that Aberdeen dug their heels in over 11-1 when the voting structure was on the table.