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Motherwell faces HB Torshavn in Faroe Islands with 2-0 aggregate lead

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Last updated Jul 28, 2026

Motherwell faces HB Torshavn in Faroe Islands with 2-0 aggregate lead

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Motherwell manager Alfred Johansson addressed the media ahead of the upcoming match against HB Torshavn in the Faroe Islands. Motherwell holds a 2-0 aggregate lead in the tie. Forward Tawanda Maswanhise, recovering from a jaw injury, will be available but is not expected to start. Johansson emphasized the need for his team to compete aggressively, rejecting a defensive approach. The match is crucial as Torshavn has not lost at home in European competition for five years.

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•Motherwell leads 2-0 on aggregate against HB Torshavn.
•Tawanda Maswanhise will participate but not start.
•Johansson urges his team to be aggressive and avoid defensive tactics.
•Torshavn boasts an unbeaten European home record over the past five seasons.

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3:53 PMYahoo Sports — Johansson on Maswanhise return, Torshavn challenge & transfer latest

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Motherwell manager Alfred Johansson has been speaking to the media as his team get set to head to the Faroe Islands to face HB Torshavn with a 2-0 aggregate lead. Forward Tawanda Maswanhise is set to be involved in Thursday's game after suffering a jaw injury in pre-season, but will not start. Johansson has told his team to "eat barbed wire" in preparation for a battle against their hosts.
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Yahoo SportsJul 28, 2026, 3:53 PM
Johansson on Maswanhise return, Torshavn challenge & transfer latest
Motherwell manager Alfred Johansson has been speaking to the media as his team get set to head to the Faroe Islands to face HB Torshavn with a 2-0 aggregate lead. Forward Tawanda Maswanhise is set to be involved in Thursday's game after suffering a jaw injury in pre-season, but will not start. Johansson has told his team to "eat barbed wire" in preparation for a battle against their hosts.

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