In-form Morton beat Motherwell 2-1 in the Scottish Gas Scottish Cup 5th round at Cappielow after Robbie Muirhead’s first-half corner triggered turmoil in the going to defence.
Muirhead’s inswinging corner captured out Liam Kelly, who palmed the ball out however saw it ricochet over the line off team-mate Harry Paton.
The home side had actually utilized their wind benefit to excellent result in the very first half and kept Motherwell under pressure while the Steelmen had a hard time to use any genuine assaulting hazard.
George Oakley doubled Morton’s lead after the break and Motherwell’s return efforts were insufficient, too late.
Replacement Jack Vale pulled one back with a deflected effort in the 85th minute however Dougie Imrie’s side deservedly hung on to end up being the very first club in the quarter-finals.
What’s next?
The draw for the 5th round of the Scottish Cup will happen on Sunday night.
The ties will be played the weekend of March 9/10.