Motherwell boss has strengthened squad for relegation battle

Cillian Murphy has spoken on his preparation for Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer, noting the similarities to his role of Tommy Shelby in Peaky Blinders.The actor will take on the role of the American theoretical physicist, whose work on the Manhattan Project led to the moniker the “father of the atomic bomb”, in Nolan’s new film.Ahead of its release next year, Murphy has opened up a bit about his work on the character, revealing in a new interview with The Observer that he has been doing “an awful lot of reading”.“I’m interested in the man and what [inventing the atomic bomb] does to the individual,” he said. “The mechanics of it, that’s not really for me – I don’t have the intellectual capability to understand them, but these contradictory characters are fascinating.”Comparing Oppenheimer to the paradoxical nature of Shelby, he went on to explain: “Tommy Shelby’s a complete contradiction, too.

Amazon Game Studios has said that server transfers in Lost Ark are “not a viable option at this point,” following many requests for the feature since launch.Yesterday (February 20), Amazon Game Studios posted an update that addressed many of the community’s biggest issues with Lost Ark, and said it is working with developer Smilegate to get them fixed.One of these issues is the topic of server transfers, which fans feel would go a long way toward reducing queue times and re-uniting friends who were seperated by character creation restrictions.However, although Amazon Game Studios said it “thoroughly investigated” the option, the studio reached the conclusion that “this instant functionality does not currently exist in Lost Ark“.Amazon added that although the feature recently arrived in Korea, it’s a weekly batch process that requires downtime to run – “therefore, unfortunately, [server transfers are] not a viable option at this point for the western version.”On the topic of long queue times in Europe, Amazon said that “there is no way to increase the number of players per world in Europe Central,” and “adding more servers is not possible based on the complexity of all the systems that need to work together.”The post does note that it has recently launched a new region in Europe to help alleviate demand.Elsewhere, the update addresses issues with matchmaking, gold seller spam, a fix for missing Crystalline Auras, and improved fraud protection.Following a hugely popular launch, Lost Ark has been the recipient of review bombing over issues with the European servers and problems with Founder’s Pack players not getting to play with their free-to-play friends.Last week, an update to the MMO added a new EU region and fixed a

Horizon Forbidden West was the number one game in the UK boxed charts, according to GfK sales figures.As tracked by Gamesindustry.biz, sales figures found that Horizon Forbidden West was “comfortably” the biggest game of the week. It was also the second biggest PS5 launch so far, behind Spider-Man: Miles Morales which came out the same day as the console.

One of Scotland's most popular comedic duos is following the hugely successful launch of their first-ever whisky with a move into clear spirits.

Top referee Dermot Gallagher believes Rangers were denied a stonewaller against Dundee United and reckons the hosts should have finished the game with 10 men.

A serious crash has taken place on one of Scotland's busiest roads this morning.

unfortunate not to grab a late equaliser after a resilient performance in the final 30 minutes.Motherwell applied late pressure on the reigning champions and Harry Smith's header from Lamie's cross was cleared off the line at the death but the 27 year-old believes there were encouraging signs in defeat.He said: " You never take many positives from a defeat but there’s loads to take from that game ahead of a busy month."I thought we played out from the back brilliantly because not many teams will come to Parkhead and try to play out.

Celtic to pin the champions back towards the end.After Stephen Welsh and Odsonne Edouard had put Neil Lennon's men in the driving seat, Allan Campbell pulled a goal back.Motherwell pressed the champions late in the second half and almost grabbed a dramatic draw at the death when Harry Smith's header was cleared off the line by Diego Laxalt.Alexander says no-one could have begrudged them a point if they'd managed to pull it off – but was still pleased with his team's display.He said afterwards: “At half time we talked about contributing more to the game in possession ourselves, which we did.“Obviously the goal at the start of the second half gave them a cushion but I thought we grew into the game and showed more confidence on the ball.

impressive midweek win against Dundee United.Declan Gallagher remained sidelined with a muscle injury with Ricki Lami deputising at centre-back with Stephen O'Donnell continuing as captain.Neil Lennon made just one change from the emphatic midweek win over Kilmarnock with Tom Rogic replacing the injured Ryan Christie.The Steelmen arrived at Celtic Park full of confidence after consecutive wins but they made the worst possible start conceding after just one minute.David Turnbull - who left Fir Park for Celtic in the summer transfer window - swung in a brilliant corner for an unmarked Stephen Welsh to bullet a header past a hapless Liam Kelly.The former 'Well academy star Turbull was prominent during the opening ten minutes.

Celtic's Scottish Premiership clash with Motherwell on Saturday.The attacker rolled his ankle in the 4-0 win over Kilmarnock on Tuesday night and his absence would be a major blow for Neil Lennon's men as they look to build on the momentum gained from a solid win.Defender Christopher Jullien is out long-term with a knee injury but there is better news on winger James Forrest who is working his way back from ankle surgery.The Scotland international is back working on grass and the manager hopes to have him back training with the group next week.Defender Nathan McGinley will miss Motherwell's trip to Celtic Park after taking a kick to the face in the 2-1 Premiership win against Dundee United in midweek.Steven Lawless (knee) and Declan

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Jordan Roberts and defender Eddie Nolan, plus contract extensions for Robbie Crawford and Charles Dunne. And as the day draws to a close the Steelmen have announced Scotland international O'Donnell will remain with the club until at least the end of the season.And the club stated they "are also engaged in positive talks with O’Donnell about the possibility of extending his deal beyond the current campaign."Boss Graham Alexander is thrilled to keep the Wishaw native at the club.He said: “We’re delighted Stephen is staying with us.“When I took the job, the first target was to hold on to our best players.

Jordan Roberts, Sam Foley, Harry Smith, Steven Lawless and Liam Kelly, while Robbie Crawford and Charles Dunne have extended their deals.

midfielder Robbie Crawford and defender Charles Dunne were extending theri stays at Fir Park. And now Graham Alexander's side have made their fifth new signing of the window.Roberts has made 11 appearances for the Jambos this season, but has yet to score.

chief executive Alan Burrows hintping this morning that "one or two" new signings will come in over the course of the day.

Liam Kelly, winger Steven Lawless, striker Harry Smith and midfielder Sam Foley have all bolstered the squad, while striker Jordan White has also left the club, moving to join rivals Ross County. And this morning Burrows has sparked excitement by revealing boss Graham Alexander is looking to bring in more players before the midnight deadline.He tweeted: It’s been such a tough window to recruit.

striker Harry Smith, who all joined earlier this month. Gaffer Graham Alexander added: “It’s great to finally get Sam over the line.We’re looking for players who suit how we want to play and improve the strength of our group.“Sam has the ability, experience and motivation to help us and we look forward to working with him on a daily basis.”Last night, Foley revealed he was leaving the Paisley club with an emotional post on Twitter, as he admitted he was "disappointed with the way things had gone this season", but called on fans to keep supporting the club during these difficult times.Thank you to @saintmirrenfc and to the fans that have supported me since i arrived at the club.

stirring second-half comeback courtesy of goals from Devante Cole and Bevis Mugabi to leave Maguire thrilled.He said: “I’m delighted. It’s a big achievement to go up to such a hard venue and pick up three points after coming back from a goal down.“It’s massive for us because we all knew how big the game was.

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Daily Record reports that John Hughes is keen on bringing the 28-year-old to Dingwall.Motherwell, who lost 2-0 to Aberdeen on Saturday, head to the Highlands on Wednesday evening to face the Staggies in a Premiership clash.White's last outing for the Steelmen came on January 9 in their 1-1 draw with St Mirren and has not featured for new boss Graham Alexander's side since.The arrival of Harry Smith on loan from Northampton Town last week looks like limiting his game time, as the Steelmen currently favour a front three of Tony Watt, Devante Cole and Sherwin Seedorf.Chris Long and Jake Hastie are also available in the forward positions.Follow Lanarkshire Live Sport onTwitter via@LanLiveSport, like us on Facebookor find us on Instagramfor the

drew 1-1 with Rangers last week, while new signing Harry Smith started on the bench after his loan move from Northampton Town.The Steelmen, who were already missing the influential Mark O'Hara, were dealt a blow before kick-off when Steven Lawless was ruled out with a knock.Aberdeen made two changes from their shock 4-1 defeat to Ross County as Funso Ojo and Ryan Hedges came in for Ross McCrorie and former Motherwell man Curtis Main.The Dons threatened inside three minutes when Jonny Hayes' cross to the back post picked out Sam Cosgrove but his weak header drifted wide, when he should have done better.Skipper Declan Gallagher was left walking a disciplinary tightrope for most of the game after picking up an early booking.