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Motherwell claims victory over Hibernian in league opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 9:54 AM

Last updated Aug 3, 2026

Motherwell claims victory over Hibernian in league opener

Summary

Motherwell opened their Scottish Premiership season with a win over Hibernian, aided by a penalty converted by Lukas Fadinger. The team's second goal, a counter-attack finished by Ibrahim Said, showcased their adherence to a successful play style despite managerial changes. Alfred Johansson has taken over as head coach following Jens Berthel Askou's departure to Toulouse. Motherwell previously enjoyed a strong run, advancing through the Conference League qualifying with a 5-0 aggregate against HB Torshavn. Fadinger expressed confidence in their prospects against HJK Helsinki in their upcoming match on Thursday.

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By the Numbers

•Lukas Fadinger scores from the penalty spot for Motherwell
•Ibrahim Said adds another with a counter-attack goal
•Alfred Johansson is the new coach following Askou's move to Toulouse
•Motherwell advanced 5-0 on aggregate over HB Torshavn
•Next match is against HJK Helsinki in Conference League qualifying

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9:54 AMYahoo Sports — Fadinger hails 'amazing' winner as Well ease into new era

What they're saying

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Lukas Fadinger hailed Motherwell's "amazing" winning goal against Hibernian as an example that they are sticking close to last season's successful template despite a change in management. The midfielder had slotted the visitors ahead from the penalty spot in their first game of the new Scottish Premiership season before watching admiringly as Ibrahim Said restored the advantage to finish off a sweeping counter-attack. Jens Berthel Askou moved to Toulouse this summer after leading Motherwell to a fourth-place finish, with Alfred Johansson his replacement.
— Yahoo Sports

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