Motherwell hero Kevin Van Veen admits there wasn't a lot between the groups, however was happy together with his winner towards Ross County on the International Vitality Stadium.
The Dutchman climbed off the bench in 64 minutes and inside 4 minutes had gained a penalty for a foul by defender Alex Iacovitti, which he slotted residence for his eleventh purpose of the season.
That put Motherwell again into the race for 2 accessible European slots, although it is more likely to rely on outcomes towards Hearts at residence on Wednesday and their journey to champions-elect Celtic on Saturday, and people of rivals Ross County and Dundee United.
Motherwell at the moment lie fifth within the desk, two factors forward of County and one behind United, who journey to Rangers later at present.
A jubilant Van Veen informed Motherwell's web site: "It was a great three factors, clearly, in the long run.
"There wasn't a lot within the sport, the staff was taking part in defensively very effectively and and we could not create actually extra possibilities, however I got here on, nicked the penalty and clearly scored it.
"It was a great feeling for us, it was vital for us, and to be honest we deserved it, for the efforts.
"Joyful days, and on to Wednesday, now."
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