Stephen Welsh didn’t wait long to have his say after Motherwell’s late win over Rangers. By Monday morning, the on-loan Celtic defender had already shared his reaction following a dramatic afternoon at Ibrox.
Welsh was part of the squad that edged a 3-2 victory on Sunday, with the winner arriving deep into stoppage time. The timing of it all added another layer to the title race, coming just 24 hours after Celtic had taken care of Falkirk.
His emotions were clear at full-time. Footage from inside the stadium showed Welsh celebrating loudly at the whistle, a moment that quickly did the rounds among supporters. He carried that same energy into his post the following morning.
It was a result that turned the game on its head late on. Rangers had battled back to 2-2 and looked the more likely to push on, but Motherwell found space when it mattered most and took the chance. One moment, and the pressure at the top shifted again.
From Motherwell’s point of view, it was just as important. They’re still chasing points in the top six, and a win like that keeps them right in the mix. Welsh has been a steady presence during his loan spell, getting consistent minutes in matches that demand concentration.
Sunday was no different. With Rangers throwing bodies forward late on, it became about staying switched on — dealing with deliveries into the box, reacting to loose balls, and holding shape under pressure. Welsh had his role to play in that.
There’s still a meeting to come between Celtic and Motherwell at Fir Park later in the season, a game that could carry serious weight depending on how things unfold. Welsh won’t be involved due to his loan terms, but he’ll be fully aware of what results like this mean beyond his current side.
Celtic had already done their part against Falkirk. Motherwell’s late winner only added to it, nudging things along heading into the next set of fixtures.
And in his post, Welsh added a touch of humour with a nod to Kevin Bridges — a small detail that matched the mood after such a dramatic finish.
As for what comes next, that will be sorted in the summer. For now, Welsh is playing regularly, contributing, and finding himself right in the middle of games that are shaping both ends of the table.