Motherwell lose out in thrilling three goal finale

[Footymad]

Motherwell lost 1-2 to Celtic at Fir Park after a three goal exchange minutes before the end. - External Link

[LawSteelman]

Well that was gutting to say the very least.

Overall today I thought it was a very good team performance against the strongest side in the country. For 70 minutes there was nothing in it and we actually had the better chances, but yet again our inability to score goals cost us. As it wore on we looked knackered and Celtic’s superior fitness began to take hold and you knew it was a matter of time before they scored. To get level in stoppage time yet still lose with the last kick of the ball is gut wrenching but it was always likely given Celtic’s ability to do that and the way we defended that final ball into the box. O’Riley runs clear off his marker and has a tap in. Kelly could have done better there but it’s hard to blame him given his superb save at 0-0.

This is the third week in a row where we’ve lost by a single goal and are bemoaning our lack of firepower. That is a major concern.

[firparkUSA]

Well that was gutting to say the very least.

Overall today I thought it was a very good team performance against the strongest side in the country. For 70 minutes there was nothing in it and we actually had the better chances, but yet again our inability to score goals cost us. As it wore on we looked knackered and Celtic’s superior fitness began to take hold and you knew it was a matter of time before they scored. To get level in stoppage time yet still lose with the last kick of the ball is gut wrenching but it was always likely given Celtic’s ability to do that and the way we defended that final ball into the box. O’Riley runs clear off his marker and has a tap in. Kelly could have done better there but it’s hard to blame him given his superb save at 0-0.

This is the third week in a row where we’ve lost by a single goal and are bemoaning our lack of firepower. That is a major concern.

Not to mention the team are now 3 points from the relegation playoff spot. Yes it’s a bit early to be flipping from near top to the bottom but that’s what the numbers show.

[Handsome_Devil]

We also play the bottom three in the next three games...others haven't faced the OF at all yet I believe so there's no point worrying (or gloating) too much about the table till after round 11.

Didn't see any of the game but a sore one to take for sure.

Wilkinson, Biereth and Obika ( no laughing now) better produce something between them because otherwise it'll be a long haul despite the four in the middle being able to play nice stuff.