Police implement dispersal order for Black Country derby this weekend
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 12:24 PM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026

West Midlands Police will enforce a 24-hour dispersal order in Wolverhampton ahead of the Black Country derby between Wolverhampton Wanderers and West Bromwich Albion on Sunday. The match, scheduled for midday at Molineux, is the first league meeting of the teams in five years. Authorities are using extra measures, including drones and a mounted unit, to deter antisocial behavior after prior incidents led to arrests and bans related to their previous FA Cup face-off. Police have coordinated with local transport services, anticipating busy trains and trams. Both clubs are urging supporters to promote safety and sportsmanship during the event.
- •Game on September 24, 2026, at Molineux Stadium
- •Police dispersal order in effect from 08:00 BST
- •Extra police measures include drones and enhanced stewarding
- •Previous derby match in 2024 resulted in 43 arrests
- •Authorities warn against returning to the area if expelled
- 12:24 PMYahoo Sports — Dispersal order and drones for football derby
"A 24-hour disposal order and drones will be part of Sunday's police operation for the Black Country derby.
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