The 3pm kick-off opens the curtains on a new campaign at Molineux, while also being the first opportunity gold and black fans have had to see Bruno Lage’s men at the stadium since May.
For the 30,000-plus supporters who will be attending Saturday’s match, here is everything you need to know ahead of kick-off…
Travel disruption
Supporters heading to Molineux this Saturday are advised that their journey may be affected by roadworks and industrial action in the local area.
Fans are advised to plan their trip to and from the stadium ahead of time to ensure any disruption is factored into their plans.
Further information on the travel disruption can be found here.
Weather warning
Supporters attending this fixture should be aware that an amber weather warning for extreme heat is currently in place for the day of the game. More information can be found on the Met Office website here.
Fans are advised to be prepared for the high temperatures, especially those who are located in the Stan Cullis, Steve Bull lower tiers and Graham Hughes Stand (which are exposed to full sunlight), this includes dressing appropriately, wearing sun cream and staying hydrated.
Supporters are encouraged to bring water with them, however glass and cans will not be permitted inside the stadium. Concourse kiosks will remain open throughout the second-half and will be well stocked with refreshments.
Season tickets
All season ticket smartcards have been reissued for the 2022/23 season and all fans should have received a new smartcard through the post.
In preparation for our first home Premier League game, all supporters have been emailed with details to ensure that they can identify they have correct card to bring with them to the game.
As with previous seasons, season ticket holders will be able to gain entry to the stadium using their season ticket smartcard. When arriving at the turnstile, supporters should tap and hold their smartcards at the front of the reader.
Supporters with any smartcard issues or queries are advised to contact our Fan Services team for an update on their card’s arrival by calling 01902 810485, emailing fanservices@wolves.co.uk, direct message on Twitter or online chat at help.wolves.co.uk.
Match to match tickets
Limited tickets are available for this fixture and can be booked online at tickets.wolves.co.uk or by calling the ticket sales line on 0371 222 1877. Tickets are on general sale.
Match to match tickets for this fixture were delivered as print at home tickets. Print at home tickets must be printed in high quality on A4 paper or can be opened on a mobile device allowing for the QR code to be scanned at the turnstiles. Supporters using print at home tickets should scan barcodes or QR codes in the mouth of the reader when at the turnstiles.
Any supporters who experience any issues relating to their tickets are advised to visit the ticket office prior to kick off.
Wolves Fan Zone and North Bank Bar
The Wolves Fan Zone is located next to Block 5 of the Sir Jack Hayward stand. The Fan Zone will open at 12pm – as well as re-open again following full-time – and will give an opportunity for supporters to grab food and drink whilst taking in the matchday atmosphere before making their way into the stadium.
DJ Edd Cooke will keep fans entertained at the Fan Zone, a former Wolves player will also be speaking ahead of kick-off, and there are weekly prizes to be won with the popular speed cage and beanbag throwing competition. Full details can be found here.
The North Bank Bar is located next to block ND of the Stan Cullis stand and is accessible to season ticket holders and MyWolves members and will be open from 11am.
Please note that supporters may be denied entry once capacity has been reached. Junior supporters are welcome.
Entering the stadium
Supporters will only be able to gain entry to the stadium using the turnstile block designated on their ticket or season ticket smartcard. Security and bag searches will take place at the turnstiles.
Searches will be conducted using wands, and you may be requested to open your own bag to allow it to be searched. Bags larger than an A4 size will not be permitted.
Catering Kiosks
Concourse catering kiosks will be open inside the stadium for this fixture serving food hot and cold drinks and alcoholic drinks.
Molineux is a cashless stadium and supporters are advised to ensure they have card or contactless payment ready when being served.
When using the stadium’s amenities, such as toilets, food and drink outlets, or concessions, avoid queues wherever possible by checking to see if any of them are not in use, or following the instructions of stewards and other staff members.
If you purchase food and soft drinks, please take them directly to your seat in the bowl to allow as much space in the concourse areas as possible.
Ticket office, Molineux Megastore and Fan Services
The ticket office is located between the Stan Cullis and Billy Wright stands and will be open from 9am until half-time on the day of the game.
The Molineux Megastore is located at the Stan Cullis stand and will be open from 9am up until kick-off and again following the game.
The Official Wolves Merchandise Kiosk opposite the subway entrance will be open from 12.30pm and for an hour post-match allowing fans to pick up Castore replica products along with a range of accessories and match day souvenirs, ideal for supporters heading to the Fan Zone, in a hurry or who simply can’t make it down to the megastore.
The Fan Services team will be reachable by phone and email from 10am on matchday to answer any matchday enquiries. The fan services phone line will close two hours prior to kick off, however the fanservices@wolves.co.uk inbox will be monitored up until kick off.
Matchday Programme
The official Wolves matchday programme is back for the 2022/23 season, with a new-look 84-page edition focusing on the Premier League clash and packed full of exclusive and bespoke content and features.
As well as the latest columns from head coach Bruno Lage and captain Ruben Neves, there is an exclusive interview with Rayan Ait-Nouri, as he chats about pre-season, life at Wolves and last weekend’s defeat to Leeds United.
Maximilian Kilman and Toti are the first two players to take part in our latest first-team features ‘Away From the Action’ and ‘After the Final Whistle’, while legendary goalkeeper Matt Murray talks about some of the opposition teams which played a part in some of his most memorable footballing moments.
There is also focus on the other areas of the club, as Wolves and Northern Ireland goalkeeper Shan Turner talks about her football upbringing, as well as featuring at this summer’s ground-breaking Euros, under-21 defender Justin Hubner offers up his dream match and we introduce under-18 star Mason Rees.
Programmes, priced at £4, are available to buy by from the Molineux Megastore, from the various programme sellers around the stadium, from the catering kiosks, and by clicking here.
Travelling to Molineux and parking
With as many as 32,000 people trying to get to Molineux Stadium on a matchday, we are very conscious of the impact on the environment and our neighbours.
When making your journey to Molineux Stadium we ask you, wherever possible, to consider travel options that will help us to reduce local traffic jams and inconsiderate parking around the stadium.
Here at Wolves, we want all our fans to be able to travel safely when using public transport, so we’ve partnered with Moovit, the world’s number one urban mobility app, to ensure you have the most up-to-date and accurate journey planning capabilities at your fingertips.
Moovit will provide special instructions for Wolves fans about the best public transport routes to ride, including how to arrive at the dedicated fan areas and specific fan entrances. Not a Moovit user? The Moovit App is available for free on iOS, Android and Huawei AppGallery
Alternatively, supporters can simply use our new journey planner tool by clicking here to plan any journey, benefiting from real-time alerts, service alerts and more, for anywhere across the world.
Supporters can check availability for official matchday parking and book spaces here. Details of further council owned car parks in the city can be found here.
Road closures
A number of road closures around the stadium as part of spectator safety measures will affect supporters on matchdays. Please refer to the road closure map here and information below for details.
Waterloo Road Will be closed from the roundabout leading to ASDA up to the traffic lights at Newhampton Road from 90 minutes before kick-off up until a period at the discretion of the matchday safety officer at the end of the game –expected to be between 15 and 30 minutes.
Molineux Street, Sir Jack Hayward Way and Whitmore Hill will be closed as detailed on the map here from one hour before kick-off, up until a period at the discretion of the matchday safety officer at the end of the game.
Away fans
Visiting supporters will be located in the Steve Bull Stand lower tier for this fixture. Concourse catering kiosks will be available for away fans, serving food, hot and cold drinks and alcoholic beverages.
Molineux is a cashless stadium and visiting supporters are advised to ensure they have card or contactless payment to hand. Visiting supporters will also be welcome in the Wolves Fan Zone.
Reporting incidents
Discrimination and antisocial behaviour will not be tolerated at Molineux. Supporters who witness this kind of behaviour should speak to their nearest steward or send details to 07723 479 887 starting their message with WOLVES.
Anti-discrimination measures have been implemented by the Premier League, as football continues to work to eradicate discriminatory behaviour in society.
Clubs have agreed to enforce league-wide punishments (which may include bans from all Premier League grounds) for any individual found to have behaved in a discriminatory or abusive way toward any club employee, player, match official, steward or fan attending a Premier League match – whether in-person or online.
For full information on the new measures, click here.
Disabled supporters
The Baroness Heyhoe-Flint accessible lounge will be open for this fixture. The accessible lounge has two accessible toilets, chairs and tables and is a space where disabled supporters can meet others before the game and half time. The room is located in the lower Stan Cullis stand opposite NL1. Please do not store wheelchairs in this room while the game is in progress.
Audio Description Commentary is provided by a specially trained team giving second by second commentary of where the ball is and what is happening in the game. It is available for supporters who need that extra help watching the game but must be pre booked by emailing Laurawright@wolves.co.uk Once booked a set will be delivered to your seat before kick-off. This service is available to both home and away fans.
Lift access is available for supporters with accessible needs who sit in the upper tiers of the Stan Cullis and Billy Wright stands. To gain access to one of the lifts please contact laurawright@wolves.co.uk for further information. We advise supporters to arrive early for lift use.
Disabled Liaison stewards will be available for your questions and support throughout your visit. We have the specially trained stewards at wheelchair locations in Stan Cullis, Steve Bull and Sir Jack Hayward Stand.
Matchday FAQs
Supporters can view a series of FAQs relating to matchdays at Molineux by clicking here.
The Molineux match day guide for home supporters can be downloaded here.
Questions and feedback
Any supporters who have questions or need further assistance in relating to matchday should email fanservices@wolves.co.uk. We welcome your feedback on your matchday experience and you can direct and feedback to the same email address.
