Motherwell keeper best in Scotland

Motherwell boss Jim Gannon hailed John Ruddy as the best stopper in Scotland after a string of excellent saves helped the Steelmen secure a 1-1 Clydesdale Bank Premier League draw with Aberdeen.

Gannon said: "There were some fantastic saves. He was called upon because of some poor defending in front of him but John is probably the best goalkeeper in Scotland just now.

"John has got the presence and quality. We're delighted to have him and delighted to give him the opportunity to show what he is capable of. I think he is destined for great things."

On-loan Lukas Jutkiewicz, whose goal took his tally to five in the SPL, agreed with Gannon's assessment of his on-loan Everton team-mate.

"I've watched a lot of Scottish football since I've been up here and I can't see there is anyone who would stand above him," the 20-year-old said.

"He is really flying at the moment. I've seen him make saves like that plenty of times at Everton and here at Motherwell. It's nice for him to get a little bit of notice.

"His stature and presence are probably a bit daunting for strikers and it instils confidence in the players in front of him."