Motherwell Opens Season with Shutout Victory Over Aberdeen

MOTHERWELL, Scotland (Interstat) — Motherwell opened its Scottish Premiership campaign with a 2-0 victory over Aberdeen FC on Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026, at Fir Park.

Eli Just gave the hosts the lead in the 28th minute. Substitute Tom McIntyre sealed the win in the third minute of second-half stoppage time, also contributing an assist on the opening goal. McIntyre was one of several substitutes who factored heavily in the match, with six of Motherwell’s eight total assists coming from players who entered off the bench.

The match was a physical affair, featuring eight yellow cards. The result aligned with pre-match projections from Interstat, which heavily favored Motherwell and simulated a 2-1 final score. Aberdeen begins its league season with a defeat.