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Ben Banks

Motherwell v Aberdeen on as Jim Goodwin set for Dons bow after Fir Park passes pitch inspection

Motherwell v Aberdeen will go ahead after a precautionary pitch at Fir Park.

Heavy rainfall and a lengthy journey for away fans coming to watch Aberdeen pushed the Steelmen for an early inspection.

It has now passed and action will commence in North Lanarkshire this afternoon.

Fir Park chief executive Alan Burrows said beforehand: "We’ve had 90mm+ rain this week which has left life for Paul (the groundsman) and his staff very difficult.

"We have done all we can to make the pitch as ready to go as possible, but want to ensure the referee is happy to avoid it being called late with everyone having already travelled..."

It's the second time the pair have met in a week after Motherwell knocked the Dons out the Scottish Cup last weekend with a 2-1 win.

Aberdeen now have a new manager in the dugout. Stephen Glass was sacked following last week's meeting and Jim Goodwin has arrived to take over.

Both Motherwell and their opponents are seeking a first Premiership win of 2022.

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