Alex Lowry is determined to change the narrative about his career after opening up on the mental toll of early criticism and his decision to quit social media. The 22-year-old Motherwell playmaker has five goal contributions in his first 12 appearances for the club, including a goal in the recent 2-1 defeat to Dundee.
Lowry described the intense scrutiny he faced as a teenager breaking through at Rangers as a significant challenge. He imposed a self-imposed ban on social media platforms to protect his mental health from negative online content. The player, often labelled with a relaxed demeanor, stated that this outward appearance was sometimes misinterpreted as laziness, a tag he strongly denies.
He emphasised that his teammates and former coaches have always attested to his strong work ethic. Lowry said the mental aspect of the game is often the hardest part for young players, harder than the technical or tactical demands. His focus now is solely on football, family, and maintaining a quiet life away from the spotlight.
From Rangers academy to Fir Park
Lowry's journey to Motherwell included over 70 senior appearances across several clubs. He began his career in the Rangers academy, making his first-team debut at age 18 in a 4-0 Scottish Cup win over Stirling Albion in January 2022, where he also scored. He made six appearances under manager Giovanni van Bronckhorst before a loan spell at Hearts.
His contract at Ibrox ended in the summer of 2024, leading to an 18-month stint with Wycombe Wanderers in England's League One. He returned to Scottish football with Motherwell, where he has quickly become an important figure. Lowry is currently the club's top scorer this season with two goals from seven Premiership appearances.
Motherwell sit ninth in the table with eight points from their opening seven matches. Their recent form shows one win, one draw, and three defeats from the last five games. The team's next challenge is a significant one, hosting league leaders Celtic at Fir Park on 11 October.
Lowry stated that with age he has become more professional, working harder in the gym and on his overall approach. His immediate aim is to build on his recent performances and help Motherwell climb the table, starting with the match against Celtic.
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