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Motherwell prepares for Conference League match against HJK as Hodge signs

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 11:58 AM

Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Motherwell prepares for Conference League match against HJK as Hodge signs

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Manager Alfred Johansson expressed excitement about midfielder Joe Hodge joining Motherwell ahead of their second leg match against HJK in the Conference League third-round qualifier on Thursday. Although Hodge will not play, Johansson emphasized that his signing demonstrates the club's ambition. Motherwell seeks a strong performance to progress after a 1-1 draw in the first leg. Johansson praised his team’s improvement in Helsinki, aiming for more aggression and determination in the upcoming match.

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•Joe Hodge joins Motherwell but will miss the match against HJK.
•Motherwell draws 1-1 in the first leg of the qualifier.
•Johansson seeks a strong performance to progress in the tournament.
•Injured Dylan Williams may return in a week or two.

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11:58 AMYahoo Sports — Johansson on statement signing Hodge, HJK and 'playing our way'

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Manager Alfred Johansson has been speaking to the media before Motherwell face HJK in the second leg of their Conference League third-round qualifier. Johansson is "absolutely buzzing" to bring "very exciting" midfielder Joe Hodge to the club. Despite bringing in large transfer fees over the course of the past year, Johansson says Motherwell are "still going to be strategic" with incomings but agrees that Hodge's arrival signals real ambition by the club, given the pedigree he arrives with.
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