Motherwell primed for 'do-or-die' battle against Sligo Rovers

Graham Alexander believes Motherwell's minds will be focused on the fact that nothing less than a victory over Sligo Rovers on Thursday will be enough to prolong their Europa Conference League run.

The Scots head to The Showgrounds knowing they must overturn a 1-0 deficit from the first leg of their second qualifying round at Fir Park last week.

Although behind in the tie, Alexander feels the sense of "clarity" in their task can help Motherwell stay in the competition.

"We’re determined to go through and we know the task in front of us," he told Motherwell TV. "We’re 1-0 down from the first leg but we know there are things we can do slightly better which is a real positive for us.

"We know we have the players to do it but we have to overcome an opponent that’s got a 1-0 lead. We’ll give it our best shot.

"We knew the tie would be over two legs and we’re at the halfway stage. We’re well in the game but tomorrow is do-or-die for us. We have to go out and win, which is quite clear, but I like clarity and I think my players like clarity."

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The match at The Showgrounds is a sellout, with at least 300 Motherwell fans making the trip over the Irish Sea and Alexander is hoping his side can deliver for their supporters.

"Hopefully we can give our travelling fans the result we all want," he said. "They’ve showed their importance in big games at Fir Park and also away, none more so than when we beat Ross County away from home last season to give ourselves a great shot of European football.

"The