Wolves and West Brom issue joint warning before derby

Both clubs have warned fans of serious consequences ahead of Sunday's Championship derby at Molineux.

Who

Wolves and West Bromwich Albion

What

Joint statement warning over disorder

When

Thursday, before Sunday's game

Where

Molineux

What happened. Wolves and West Bromwich Albion issued a joint statement warning fans about behaviour ahead of Sunday's Championship match at Molineux. The clubs highlighted that trouble at their 2024 FA Cup meeting led to 43 arrests, 12 charges and five permanent bans.

The 2024 FA Cup game was halted for 38 minutes after police were assaulted and missiles thrown.
Sunday's game will have enhanced stewarding, policing, and robust ticketing controls.
Fans are urged to use official tickets and sit in correct areas to avoid sanctions.

“disorder, violence and criminal behaviour carry significant consequences and will continue to be dealt with robustly”
— Wolves and West Bromwich Albion

The clubs aim to prevent a repeat of past trouble when they meet in the league for the first time in five years.

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