Motherwell manager Jens Berthel Askou is keeping his focus razor-sharp as the Scottish Premiership season enters its decisive phase. While his team currently holds the coveted fourth-place position, a spot that could lead to European qualification, Askou is deliberately avoiding setting a specific points target. Instead, he's channeling his squad's energy into a more fundamental desire: the pure, unadulterated feeling of victory.

"We miss winning," Askou stated frankly, capturing the sentiment of a squad hungry to rediscover its form. This admission comes at a critical juncture. Motherwell sits just three points ahead of Hibernian in fifth with six games remaining, making every match a high-stakes affair.

The 'Well's campaign has been a tale of two halves. They emerged as surprise title contenders earlier in 2026, embarking on an impressive unbeaten run in the league. However, momentum has stalled recently, with the team managing just one draw from their last four outings—a stark contrast to their earlier resilience.

Askou's philosophy is clear: don't get lost in the arithmetic. "When you start doing that then you get ahead of yourself," he warned. "That's probably the worst thing you can do as a group of players... I can assure you that no matter how many points we need, we will go for all three points all the time."

This aggressive mindset will be put to the ultimate test this Saturday with a daunting trip to face league leaders Hearts. The Tynecastle clash is a massive opportunity for Motherwell to prove their mettle against the best and reignite their push for a top-four finish.

Looking at the title race above them, Askou offered a pragmatic view, suggesting it's unlikely any of the top three—Hearts, Rangers, or Celtic—will win all their remaining post-split fixtures. This volatility in the league table underscores his point: the only thing a team can control is its own performance and its relentless pursuit of three points every time they step onto the pitch.