Jens Berthel Askou has been named Scottish Premiership Manager of the Month for February after guiding Motherwell to three wins and a draw while scoring 10 goals. The Danish manager's side has been a surprise force in the title race, sitting fourth in the table just 10 points behind leaders Hearts. Their only blemish was a 1-1 draw with Rangers while playing with 10 men.

Motherwell's defensive record this season has been extraordinary, conceding only 20 goals and keeping 16 clean sheets - better than Arsenal, AC Milan, and even PSG, Bayern Munich, Barcelona, and Real Madrid. The Fir Park side has lost just one home game all season, with opponents describing playing there as 'chasing shadows' for 90 minutes. Attendance has surged by over 25% as fans flock to watch Askou's attacking style.

With nine games remaining and only top-six opposition ahead, Motherwell faces the toughest run-in but also the best chance to take points directly from rivals. They host both Celtic and Hearts after the split, giving them opportunities to close the gap. While history suggests they're unlikely to win the title, this season has already defied expectations at every turn, with Askou's side proving they belong in the conversation with Scotland's traditional powerhouses.