Motherwell HubMotherwell have appointed Alfred Johansson as their new manager. The 35-year-old Swede arrives after two and a half years as head coach of Norwegian club Rosenborg.
What happened?
Johansson steps into the role vacated by Jens Berthel Askou, who was headhunted by Toulouse after guiding Motherwell to an impressive fourth-place finish in the Premiership.
Why it matters for Motherwell
The appointment is a significant one for Motherwell, who are preparing for European competition. Chairman Kyrk Macmillan explained the club's decision, stating that the data-driven process was key to ensuring the game model aligns with how the club wants to play.
What comes next?
Motherwell currently sit 4th in the Premiership, with 54 points from 33 games, and a recent form of WLDLW. They are 16 points behind leaders Heart Of Midlothian. Their last result was a 1-0 win over Hibernian on 2026-05-16.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| League standing | 4th in Premiership |
| Points | 54 |
| Recent form | WLDLW |
| Goal difference | +23 |
| Last result | Hibernian 0-1 Motherwell (2026-05-16) |
