I fancy us to win tomorrow. The Motherwell game should hurt, but that sting can sharpen rather than soften us. We've seen in the season's bigger fixtures that this squad can raise its level, Celtic away and Hearts at Ibrox are two obvious examples, and that belief matters heading into a tight contest.

The sting of Motherwell

The Motherwell result should be a wake-up call rather than a hangover. It hurts to lose a lead, especially by two, but that frustration can turn into focus. I expect the lads to be up for it and determined to put things right. We've shown we can raise our game in the big fixtures, and that sort of confidence is worth more than any tactical tweak.

Fixing the leaks

What worries me is the defensive sloppiness that lets leads slip. After giving away another two-goal advantage we need to see clear measures from the management to make the side harder to break down. It's not about being ultra-defensive; it's about shape and discipline when we have the ball and when we don't. If the backline protect space better and the midfield keeps its balance, we stop inviting late pressure.

How the game might play out

There's plenty to take heart from. We've come from two goals down in games this season and shown the character to fight back. Often the goal against us has come when we've thrown everything forward pressing for an equaliser. That aggressive instinct is needed, but it must be controlled. You want us hunting the ball, sure, but not leaving acres for opponents to exploit on the break.

Tactically, small tweaks could make a big difference. A steadier tempo after taking the lead, clearer roles for the holding midfielders, and a willingness to close gaps between lines would reduce the risk of late breaks. It's detail work rather than wholesale change, the players have the quality, they just need clearer defensive routines late in matches.

With Celtic winning today, Hearts are under pressure too. That can work in our favour. They might come out nervy or try to force the issue; either way we must be ready to control the game and not be dragged into frantic moments. If we are composed, organised and ruthless when chances come, results will follow.

So yes, I'm hopeful. I expect the Motherwell setback to sharpen the lads and for the management to have learned from it. Fingers crossed we wake up on Tuesday one point off the top.

Written by SounessesMowzer: 3 July 2026

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