Motherwell travel to Ibrox with a chance to make history by winning successive league visits to Rangers for the first time. The Steelmen's 3-2 victory there in April has set up this opportunity with the club currently sitting fourth in the Premiership on eight points from four games. Their recent form reads WDDW, and they have scored eight goals while conceding four, putting them four points behind leaders Celtic.
Can Motherwell break their Ibrox hoodoo?
A win this weekend would be monumental. But recent history offers hope. Motherwell have actually won three of their last five Premiership trips to Ibrox, a record that equals their total from the 59 visits before that dismal stretch. Rangers, meanwhile, are on a concerning run of three consecutive home league defeats and have never suffered four in a row in their entire history.
How has Motherwell's attack started the season?
The team's offensive output is a key reason for their strong early standing. With eight goals from their first four league matches, this is Motherwell's most prolific start to a campaign since the 2019-20 season. You have to go back to 2005-06, when they netted ten times, to find a better opening quartet of games. This firepower will be tested against a Rangers side that has struggled in recent head-to-head meetings. Rangers have managed just one win in their last six league clashes with Motherwell, a narrow 1-0 result in December 2025, drawing three and losing two of the others.
What is the threat from Lawrence Shankland?
While focusing on their own potent attack, Motherwell must also contain a familiar foe. Rangers striker Lawrence Shankland has a particular liking for scoring against the Fir Park side. He has netted ten Scottish Premiership goals against Motherwell, which is his highest tally against any single opponent. Shankland arrives in good form, having scored three times in his last two league appearances, including a brace against Falkirk. Neutralising him will be a priority for the Motherwell defence.
How does the squad look ahead of the fixture?
Manager Stuart Kettlewell will have to plan without several key players for this important encounter. The current injury list includes Callum Hendry, Johnny Koutroumbis, Jordan McGhee, Paul McGinn, and Oscar Priestman. Their absence presents a challenge as the team looks to maintain its positive momentum. Fans can check the latest availability on the club's injuries page. Following the trip to Ibrox, Motherwell's next fixture is a massive away match against league leaders Celtic on December 26th. The full schedule can be viewed on the fixtures page. The team's current league position and detailed statistics are available in the standings and stats sections.
