Five arrested during Black Country Derby

A new mural near the Wolves stadium was vandalised on the day of the match

Author: Owen ArandsPublished 20th Sep 2026

Five people were arrested during the local derby between Wolves and West Brom in Wolverhampton.

West Midlands Police said the match passed without major incident, with a highly visible presence of officers in and around Molineux and the city centre.

An 18-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of criminal damage after a new mural near the Wolves stadium was vandalised.

A 52-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of a public order offence, following reports of disorder in the city centre after last month's Wolves match against Stoke.

Three other men, aged between 16 and 63, were arrested on suspicion of other offences including sexual assault and racially aggravated public order.

All five remain in police custody as investigations continue.

Superintendent Tim Robinson, who was overseeing the policing operation, said: "With such passion and excitement associated with this historic local derby, it was great to see that supporters embraced the great occasion in the right way.

"We worked extensively with our partners ahead of the match, and on the day, to ensure the fans at the stadium and in the city have been able to enjoy the day safely."

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