Motherwell's promising start to the season is highlighted by their recent victory against Hibernian, where they demonstrated resilience and sharp late-game scoring. Goalkeeper Aston Oxborough played a crucial role, making multiple key saves to keep Hibs at bay, while Apostolos Stamatelopoulos' goal secured the win for Motherwell. Despite facing challenges, including a lengthy winless streak last season, the club’s management has remained patient, allowing Stuart Kettlewell to implement his strategy. Kettlewell has emphasized the importance of focusing on league matches ahead of their upcoming League Cup semi-final against Rangers. Hibernian, under David Gray, is looking to improve after a narrow loss to Rangers, with several players returning from injury. Meanwhile, both teams are dealing with player absences and suspensions as they prepare for the competitive fixtures ahead.