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Neil McCann fires Nico Mantl warning after Calum Ferrie heroics

McCann stressed new signing Mantl has a fight for the goalkeeper’s jersey after Ferrie delivered a big performance in Saturday’s win over Motherwell.

Herald Scotland

Published: Monday, 19 October 2026 at 1:51 PM

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Neil McCann stated new signing Nico Mantl faces competition from Calum Ferrie for Kilmarnock's starting goalkeeper role.
Kilmarnock defeated Motherwell 3-2 to climb off the bottom of the Scottish Premiership.
Greg Kiltie scored twice and Tyreece John-Jules added a third for Kilmarnock.

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Kilmarnock manager Neil McCann has warned new goalkeeper Nico Mantl that he faces a fight for the starting spot following Calum Ferrie's standout display in a 3-2 victory against Motherwell. Mantl, who recently signed following an injury to Max Stryjek, watched from the bench as Ferrie produced several crucial saves to help lift Kilmarnock off the bottom of the William Hill Premiership.

Kilmarnock secured the win through a Greg Kiltie brace and a Tyreece John-Jules goal, while Motherwell manager Alfred Johansson lamented his side's second-half defending as they suffered their fifth consecutive defeat.

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