Wolves head to West Bromwich Albion this Sunday in the Emirates FA Cup, for the first Black Country derby with supporters in almost 12 years.
More than 4,000 Wolves supporters will make the 13-mile trip to The Hawthorns to watch Gary O’Neil’s side continue their campaign into the fourth round of the world’s oldest domestic cup competition in the 11.45am kick-off.
Fan behaviour
With Wolves supporters travelling to the Hawthorns for the first time in more than a decade, fans are urged to represent their club properly and show consideration for their fellow supporters.
While traveling fans are encouraged to create the best possible atmosphere while backing the Old Gold, anti-social, criminal or discriminatory behaviour is unacceptable and will be dealt with in line with the club’s acceptable behaviour policy, which can be viewed here.
Furthermore, supporters should be aware that to help reduce risk and increase public safety, West Midlands Police may implement dispersal powers on the day. This gives them additional powers to either stop and search people without suspicion or move people on if there is a risk of disorder.
Opposition information
Stadium | The Hawthorns
Capacity | 26,852
Address | Halfords Lane, West Bromwich, B71 4LF
Away allocation | 4,011
Ticket information
Tickets for this fixture are sold out.
Supporters who need to collect their ticket or require a reprint, should get in touch with Wolves’ ticket office prior to matchday.
Weather Forecast
Cloudy conditions are expected on Sunday, with the temperature around nine degrees Celsius at kick-off. An up-to-date forecast can be found here.
Travel information
Coach
Official Wolves coach travel is still available for supporters to purchase, departing at 10am and priced at £16. Coaches depart from Molineux, with parking for coach users available free of charge on the Stan Cullis Stand.
The official coaches will benefit from a police escort to the stadium and again when departing The Hawthorns, arriving back at Molineux after the game. Tickets can be booked online or over the phone on 0371 222 1877.
Metro
A Sunday service will be in operation on the WM Metro service. The service is likely to come under pressure due to being a popular transport method to The Hawthorns.
Supporters are encouraged to consider other options before deciding to travel via the WM Metro.
Train
West Midlands Trains services between Wolverhampton and Walsall will run between Birmingham New Street and Walsall only. Local stopping services between Wolverhampton and Birmingham New Street will not run.
Bus
Buses across the West Midlands will be operating on a usual Sunday timetable on matchday. There are no direct buses between Wolverhampton and West Bromwich.
For up-to-date bus information, please check the Transport for West Midlands website.
Further information about travelling to The Hawthorns can be found here.
Stadium information
Turnstiles open around one-and-a-half hours ahead of kick-off at around 10.15am and refreshments are available in the outer visiting supporter area alongside catering kiosks inside the stadium.
There will be no alcohol served to away supporters outside or inside the ground.
There are no designated away pubs for Wolves supporters this weekend, with supporters urged to meet away from the local area.
The Hawthorns is a cashless stadium, so supporters are encouraged to bring a debit or credit card with them to purchase any refreshments.
Supporters who encounter any form of anti-social behaviour in the stadium are encouraged to text West Bromwich Albion’s anti-social text line on this number: 07929 221878.
Security information
Banners and flags are allowed if less than 3x2 metre, but please note that flag poles will not be permitted into the ground. Supporters are also asked to not block other supporters or advertising boards/signage.
Supporters should be aware that bags must be A4 in size or smaller. Suitcases and large bags are not permitted into the stadium and West Bromwich Albion do not have a storage area.
Access information
There are two designated access points for disabled supporters who have tickets for the Birmingham Road Stand and the Smethwick End, they are clearly signed and have specific trained Stewards to assist supporters (both wheelchair users and ambulant supporters) and their personal assistants.
West Brom broadcast live, in-house match commentary for all first-team matches within the stadium for visually impaired supporters. The commentary can be picked up on the supporters own FM radio – or supporters can prebook a small radio set by contacting the Ticket Office and detailing the stand, row and Seat number so that it can get to the supporter. Please note, for hygiene reasons, supporters will need to supply their own 3.5.mm jack plug headset/ear set.
The frequency is 106.9 FM, and away supporters are reminded that commentary might appear to be WBA biased.
All accessible parking is sold out, but extra parking is available. There is further parking at the ECP which is right next to the East Stand Car Park or there is the Timber Factory on the Birmingham Road opposite the ground.
Further information regarding accessibility at The Hawthorns can be found here.
Click here for detailed supporter information for the visit to West Brom.
The support from Wolves fans at away stadiums is greatly appreciated by everyone at the club. Supporters travelling to away fixtures are asked to ensure they continue to represent the club in a positive manner. Unacceptable behaviour, both at Molineux and on our travels, will be dealt with in line with our acceptable behaviour policy which can be viewed here.
