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  • Matchday Guide | Wolves vs Racing Santander

    Matchday Guide | Wolves vs Racing Santander



    For the thousands of supporters who will be attending the 5pm kick-off, here is everything you need to know ahead of travelling to Molineux…
    Matchday schedule

    Tickets
    Remaining tickets for this fixture are available on general sale and can be purchased through the ticketing website or by calling the ticket office on 0371 222 1877.
    All tickets for this fixture have been sent as Print at Home tickets to a linked email address. If these have not been received, contact Fan Services at fanservices@wolves.co.uk.
    Print at home tickets can also be displayed on a mobile device by scanning the QR code at the turnstiles.
    For any ticket issues on the day, visit the ticket office before kick-off.
    Weather forecast
    Sunny intervals are forecast at Molineux on Saturday afternoon, with temperatures expected to be around 22 degrees Celsius at the time of kick-off.
    An up-to-date weather forecast can be found here.

    Matchday WhatsApp channel
    We now use the Wolves Matchday WhatsApp Channel for important matchday updates, which can be found by clicking here.
    Supporters are recommended to follow this channel for key matchday updates and turning on notifications to receive timely alerts.

    Travel advice and reported disruption
    There’s been no reported expected travel disruption affecting Molineux or the surrounding areas on Saturday.
    Entering the stadium
    Supporters must enter via the turnstile block shown on their ticket.
    Security checks, including bag searches, will take place at the turnstiles. Bags larger than A4 are not permitted, and fans may be asked to open their own bags. All supporters aged 14 and over will be searched by a steward.
    See our ground regulations for more details.
    Molineux Fan Zone
    The Molineux Fan Zone will not be open for this fixture.
    North Bank Bar
    The North Bank Bar, next to Block ND of the Stan Cullis Stand, opens from 2.30pm on Saturday afternoon for season ticket holders and members, and again for an hour following the final whistle.
    Entry is subject to capacity, and junior supporters are welcome.
    Food and drink
    Concourse catering kiosks will be open inside the stadium for this fixture serving food hot and cold drinks and alcoholic drinks.
    Ticket office
    The ticket office is located between the Stan Cullis and Billy Wright Stands and will be open for in-person visits from 12pm until just after kick-off.
    Their phone lines (0371 222 1877) will be open from 12pm and will close at 3pm.
    Molineux Megastore
    Molineux Megastore is located in the Stan Cullis Stand and will be open from 9am up until kick-off.
    Fan Services
    Fan Services will be available from 12pm on matchday by phone (01902 810 485, until 3pm) and email (fanservices@wolves.co.uk, until kick-off).
    For updates and support, visit x.com/wolveshelp, where DMs will also be monitored up until kick-off.
    Matchday programme
    A special edition double programme will be available for Saturday, which will cover Wolves’ pre-season friendly fixture with Racing Santander as well the Carabao Cup clash with Port Vale next Friday evening.
    A look into how pre-season has fared so far for Cesar Peixoto, a welcome to new additions Kieran Trippier, Raul Jimenez and Rafiki Said, in depth features on the next two visitors to Molineux – Santander and Vale – as well as a big season preview as the Old Gold prepare for the EFL Championship for the first time in nine years, plus much more, is included in the programme.
    The special edition programme, priced at £5, will be available to buy by from the Molineux Megastore, from the various programme sellers around the stadium and from the catering kiosks. Supporters not attending the fixture can purchase online through programme retailers Curtis Sports.
     
    Wolves Museum & 1877 Sports Bar
    Neither Wolves Museum or the 1877 Sports Bar will be open for this fixture.
    Travelling to Molineux
    A range of transport options can be found in the Home Matchday Guide for the 2026/27 season.
    With high matchday traffic, we ask supporters to consider eco-friendly travel options such as public transport to help reduce congestion and parking issues around Molineux.
    Parking
    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
    Matchday road closures will be in place for supporter safety. These are as follows:

    Waterloo Road | closed 90 mins before kick-off until 15-30 mins after full-time
    Molineux Street & Sir Jack Hayward Way | closed one hour before kick-off
    Whitmore Hill | closed 30 mins before kick-off

    Car parks will remain closed until cleared under the discretion of the matchday safety officer.
    See the road closure map for full details.
    Reporting incidents
    At Wolves, we are One Pack. We are committed to a safe, welcoming and respectful environment for all. Discrimination, abuse or anti-social behaviour of any kind will not be tolerated.
    If you witness or experience offensive behaviour, report it to a steward or text WOLVES to 07723 479887 with your location, a description of the person and incident details. Reports are handled discreetly.
    Wolves actively work to eliminate hate and abuse both in the stadium and online. ‘Not in our Pack’ means racism, homophobia, sexism, and discrimination have no place here. Offenders risk lifetime bans.
    Please respect fellow fans, players, staff and guests so everyone can enjoy their matchday at Molineux.

    Disabled supporters
    The Century Lounge will be open for this fixture, offering an accessible space with seating and toilets for disabled supporters. Located in the lower Stan Cullis Stand opposite NL1, but wheelchairs cannot be stored there during the match. For information, email fanservices@wolves.co.uk.
    Audio Description Commentary is available for fans who need live, detailed game updates. Pre-book by emailing Fan Services and headsets will be delivered to your seat. Available to both home and away supporters.
    Disabled liaison stewards, in dark blue jackets, are on hand to help, with trained staff at wheelchair areas in all stands.
    For full accessibility info, see the Molineux access guide.
    Away Supporters
    Away supporters are located in the Stan Cullis Stand quadrant for this fixture.
    Leaving Molineux
    After the final whistle, roads around Molineux become heavily congested. Walking routes to the city centre are available.
    Official car parks reopen 10-20 minutes after the game, subject to the Matchday Safety Officer’s discretion.
    Friendly stewards will be present to assist supporters as they leave.
    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
    For matchday questions or assistance, email fanservices@wolves.co.uk.
    Feedback on your matchday experience is also welcome at the same address.

  • Book returned to Cambridge University Library after 60 years

    Book returned to Cambridge University Library after 60 years



    Aside from library books, other items have also been returned (very late) to university colleges over the years.In the 1930s, two students replaced the ornate hands of the chapel clock at Gonville and Caius College with cardboard replicas – in a prank that worked well until it rained and they started to disintegrate.At the time, the college replaced the hands as the pranksters had kept one each, but the daughter of one “thief” returned it in 2024 and it now sits in the college archive.Still at Caius, as it is known (and pronounced “keys”), an American student returned her room key to the college in 2025, 40 years after accidentally taking it back to the USA with her.The error would usually have incurred an initial £10 fine with interest of £10 per week added on top, but four decades later than planned, the woman returned it during a trip to the UK and was relieved to know the college decided to waive the £20,000 fine.In light of the above, the University Library reminded students that items could be returned at any time, adding: “Don’t panic, and please don’t wait until 2086.”Do you have a story suggestion for Cambridgeshire? Contact us below.

  • Graham Smyth drops major transfer update as Leeds revive interest in £30m forward

    Graham Smyth drops major transfer update as Leeds revive interest in £30m forward


    Leeds United corner flag. Credit: Imago

    Leeds United fans were hit with bad news on Friday night, as one of the club’s main targets joined another team. Early in the summer, it was made clear that the Whites had some targets in mind.

    Southampton’s Shea Charles and free agent duo Harry Wilson and Julian Brandt were on their radar.

    Most Read on The Leeds Press

    The club were able to land Wilson, who made it clear that he chose the club that made him feel wanted. He will now provide a serious attacking edge to a team that felt a bit blunt last season.

    A deal for Shea Charles has yet to materialize after weeks of trying.

    It was believed that the Whites would be patient and see out this deal, but things seem to have changed. Graham Smyth revealed the club sources have left their final offer on the table for the midfielder.

    The Saints are holding out for £30 million, and Leeds have offered around £23 million.

    Leeds United revive interest in £30m forward

    On Friday night, Ajax announced that they had signed Julian Brandt.

    The news came a bit out of nowhere as initial reports suggested that the attacking midfielder preferred a move to England. Ajax were named as suitors alongside Leeds United a few weeks ago.

    And now the Dutch club have landed the 30-year old.

    The deal will have definitely disappointed some Leeds fans who had hope that the former Dortmund man would join.

    Leeds United have been evaluating other attacking options particularly since Julian Brandt didn’t sign prior to the US tour. They have several and among that number is Igor Paixão. #lufc

    — Graham Smyth (@GrahamSmyth) July 31, 2026

    Brandt’s decision now seems to have sparked another transfer move at Elland Road. Graham Smyth has mentioned that the 49ers have been assessing other targets before they went on the US tour.

    This was just in case a move for Brandt failed.

    One of those names is a Leeds target from last year; Brazilian winger Igor Paixao.

    READ MORE: Leeds snubbed as major free agent chooses European giants – talks had been going on for months

    A move for Paixao should be a no brainer

    Last season saw this Leeds team prioritize being solid defensively over being a great attacking unit.

    And that worked very well in the Whites favour, as Daniel Farke set this team up not to lose games. In attack, the club have lacked that cutting edge out wide and it has shown in games.

    There was just little to no production from Dan James and Wilfried Gnonto last season.

    Igor Paixao did not exactly have an incredible season with Marseille in France, but he still got 12 goals and six assists in all competitions. He is explosive and can take his man on in dangerous areas.

    If there is a slight chance he is available, the 49ers should take it.

  • Staffordshire youngsters offered free use of leisure centre – if they travel by bus

    Staffordshire youngsters offered free use of leisure centre – if they travel by bus



    Offer forms part of survey to improve transportYoungsters in the Rugeley area are being offered free use of the town’s leisure centre if they travel by bus.The summer offer is part of a trial scheme by Staffordshire County Council to find out how people use bus transport with a view to improving connectivity, reliability and accessibility.A public survey has been launched to support the council’s transport team in better understanding how people travel and what changes would encourage greater use of bus services. The team will be looking to test initiatives to see what works in practice and how services can be improved for communities across the county.By teaming up with Rugeley Leisure Centre, it is hoped the offer will raise awareness of the project and how easy it is to use buses in and around the town. Rugeley Leisure Centre | GoogleAnyone who signs up to the offer, which runs until August 21, will be given access to the gym and swimming pool on production of a valid children’s bus ticket.Before travelling, they need to sign up the council’s Everyone Active web page and enter ‘bus travel’ in the ‘extra information’ box. Councillor Andrew Mynors, cabinet member for connectivity at Staffordshire County Council, said making it easier for people to travel across the county was a top priority.“Our transport team wants to better understand people’s use of local buses, and importantly how bus travel can be improved,” he said.“The leisure centre offer is a great way of connecting with people and getting them involved and we’d like to thank Cannock Chase Council for supporting us.“Rugeley’s local attributes make it an ideal location for this initiative, meaning we can get the most out of the study and hopefully lay the foundations for lasting improvements not only for this town, but communities across Staffordshire. After its evaluation, we can look to carry out similar projects to improve bus services in other areas.”Councillor Mynors urged people to complete the survey and help shape future public transport improvements in their town.Councillor Mynors said Rugeley and the surrounding area had been selected for the trial as it provided the right balance of size and number of potential new bus users, where initiatives could easily be set up and monitored.With new housing planned for the town, it is expected there will be an increased demand for bus services. Residents’ feedback will help shape improvements that reflect local priorities and how people use services.Through the year-long trial, the transport team will look at bus service reliability, accessibility at bus stops, providing clearer passenger information and raising awareness of available services. It will also explore how fare offers and promotions could encourage more people to choose the bus for everyday journeys.Continue Reading

  • BT urged to pause Liverpool office closure plans

    BT urged to pause Liverpool office closure plans



    Liverpool city council has asked BT to pause plans to move 600 jobs out of the city.The telecom firm said an increase in lease renewal costs at its offices on Old Hall Street means maintaining a presence at the site isn’t feasible after the contract expires in March.The plans would see roles moved to Manchester and Leeds.One Labour councillor described the move as “redundancy by stealth”, and said many workers would be forced to leave the company rather than commute to a new location.BT said it is continuing to engage with employees, unions and politicians.Employees affected include BT Business staff, Openreach workers and 999 call handlers, who have been contracted to BT since 2024 as part of a £1.29bn deal with the Home Office to provide mobile services for the government’s Emergency Services Network.Relay services workers who enable deaf people to communicate over the phone, are also affected.Merseyside politicians protested against the plans outside the Plaza office building this week.A motion to request the authority urge BT to pause its plans and consider alternatives, such as allowing hybrid working and maintaining a presence in Liverpool, was supported cross party at a full council meeting.Councillor Peter Norris who proposed the motion said BT had delivered a “devastating blow” to the city.He added: “We’re talking about 601 high quality, specialised jobs gone from our local economy. Let us be clear about what BT is asking of these workers.”They’re telling parents, carers and long-serving staff that if they want to keep their livelihood they must absorb the crushing physical, mental and financial toll of a gruelling daily commute to Manchester or Leeds. For many, that is impossible.He added: “It is redundancy by stealth.”Caroline Gillies CWU and Liam Robinson, leader of Liverpool city council [Carl Webb CWU]Speaking to BBC Radio Merseyside, Carl Webb from the Communication Workers Union (CWU) said: “Some of these jobs look after the most vulnerable in our societ,. The relay service assists people who are deaf – say they’ve got a problem with the gas company or whatever – they provide a service where they will communicate on behalf of the customer. It’s a vital service”.Liverpool council leader Liam Robinson said he was “deeply concerned” about BT’s proposals.He told how he and politicians including Mayor Steve Rotheram met representatives from BT’s senior management this week and: “urged them to pause these plans, engage in meaningful consultation with staff and stakeholders, and fully explore alternative options to safeguard jobs and maintain BT’s presence in Liverpool.”A BT spokesperson said: “We can confirm negotiation conversations took place regarding the Plaza lease, this is one consideration as part of BT modernising and optimising our estate to ensure our workplaces are fit for the future and providing the best possible working environments for our people.”The statement added that the company would continue to engage with employees, unions and politicians.Listen to the best of BBC Radio Merseyside on Sounds and follow BBC Merseyside on Facebook, X, and Instagram. You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230.More storiesRelated links

  • Tshuma murders: Bodies of mother and two daughters return to Zimbabwe for burial

    Tshuma murders: Bodies of mother and two daughters return to Zimbabwe for burial



    The bodies of Nothabo Zandile Tshuma and her two daughters, Natalie and Nala, are being repatriated to ZimbabweThe trio were found dead in Bedfordshire in early July 2026, with authorities confirming that they were murderedNdodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma was arrested in Johannesburg after he fled the United Kingdom following the murdersThe bodies of Zandile, Natalie and Nala Tshuma, who were murdered in the UK, will return to Zimbabwe for burial. Image: @S_Fleary1Source: TwitterByron Pillay, a Briefly News journalist, has dedicated a decade to reporting on the South African political landscape, crime, and social issues. He worked as a newspaper journalist for 10 years before transitioning to online.ZIMBABWE — The bodies of Nothabo Zandile Tshuma (42) and her two daughters, Natalie (15) and Nala (5), are being flown back to Zimbabwe.Family members of the deceased confirmed that the bodies will touch down in Bulawayo on Sunday, 2 August 2026, after which they will be transferred to a funeral parlour. A church service will precede a joint burial on Tuesday, 4 August 2026Read alsoSouth African family rejects Russia’s offer to bury Gauteng man killed during military operationBodies discovered in Bedfordshire homeThe bodies of the mother and her two daughters were found at their home in Bedfordshire, England, in early July 2026, having suffered blunt force trauma. The prime suspect in the murder is Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma, the husband and father of the victims. The British-Zimbabwean, also known as Mark, fled the United Kingdom shortly after the killings. An international search was launched by Interpol, and he was subsequently arrested in Johannesburg, South Africa.Tshuma was also found with a firearm and now faces charges of possessing an unlicensed firearm. He remains in South African custody while extradition proceedings are underway to return him to the United Kingdom, where he faces three counts of murder.No date has been set for the extradition as legal proceedings in South Africa are ongoing. Source: Briefly News

  • Rail disruption as body found on tracks near train station

    Rail disruption as body found on tracks near train station



    The line was blocked at 8am this morning as emergency services dealt with the incident.Passengers have been told to expect delays after a casualty was found on the main line between Shrewsbury and Wolverhampton on Friday morning.West Midlands Railway said just before 8am on Friday that the line between the two stations was blocked.The rail firm said emergency services were dealing with an incident and that services were subject to cancellation.British Transport Police said that a casualty had been found on the tracks near to Codsall station.A spokesperson said: ““We were called to the line near Codsall station at 7.24am on July 31 to reports of a casualty on the tracks.“Paramedics also attended and sadly a person was pronounced dead at the scene. This incident is not being treated as suspicious, and a file will be prepared for the coroner.”The train line has since reopened but rail bosses warned travellers that they may still experience disruption and delays to services.Continue Reading

  • Residents can find out more about peat road trials starting in Fenland in August

    Residents can find out more about peat road trials starting in Fenland in August


    Cambridgeshire County Council will host a drop‑in event at the Oliver Cromwell Hotel, High Street, March (PE15 9LH) on Monday (August 3), from 3pm to 7.30pm.

    The session will give people the chance to meet the project team, learn more about the trial on Upwell Road (B1099), ask questions and find out how the research could improve the durability of local roads built on peat.

    Peat soils are soft, water‑rich and prone to significant movement, expanding and contracting with changing weather conditions over time.

    That shifting ground means roads built over peat need more frequent repairs and generally have a shorter lifespan than routes constructed on firmer soils.

    The trial on Upwell Road aims to test different construction techniques to see which performs best in these challenging conditions, with the findings expected to inform future road improvements in Cambridgeshire and beyond.

    Work will begin on Monday, August 10, and the road will be closed to vehicles for nine weeks, until October 30. Diversions will be in place while the closure is in place.

    The Upwell Road scheme follows work by the county’s Highways and Transport Committee, which discussed proposals for managing soil‑affected roads back in January 2024.

    Since then, £1.5m of external funding has been secured from the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority, alongside an additional £5m of county capital funding earmarked for repairing and reconstructing soil‑affected roads before the end of the next financial year.

    Councillors have previously been told that the trial options could include using lightweight recycled materials, “ultra‑low” carbon products, or on‑site treatment techniques designed to strengthen existing materials and improve their durability.

    Upwell Road was chosen for the pilot because it is built over peat, carries both heavy and agricultural traffic, is typical of the rural network, and is already due for renewal.

    Cllr Alex Beckett, chair of the highways and transport committee, has previously said climate change and extreme weather are having a “significant impact” on soil‑affected roads and that long‑term solutions will require national support as well as local maintenance.

    The council says Monday’s meeting is an opportunity for March and Fenland residents to help shape that work and understand how the Upwell Road project could influence future investment on other peat‑based routes.

  • Former postman and Islamic tutor becomes next Bishop of Leeds – Premier Christian News | Headlines, Breaking News, Comment & Analysis

    Former postman and Islamic tutor becomes next Bishop of Leeds – Premier Christian News | Headlines, Breaking News, Comment & Analysis



    Downing Street has announced that the next Bishop of Leeds will be the Bishop of Bradford, Dr Toby Howarth.

    Bishop Toby, who will take up the role in the autumn, has been acting diocesan Bishop since Rt Rev Nick Baines retired in November.

    He said he feels a “deep sense of joy” to have been called to serve a diocese he has “grown to love” since he became Area Bishop in 2014. He added that it was “Joy to be working with such a rich diversity of churches and cathedrals, schools and chaplaincies, faith and community partners, businesses, institutions and statutory services filled with people of goodwill working in often challenging contexts.” 

    “Joy to be part of such a committed and talented diocesan staff team.”

    “But also longing. Longing for us all to experience more and more of God’s abundant love in Jesus transforming our lives, our homes and our communities.”

    Bishop Toby was born in Kenya and went to school at Haverstock Comprehensive in North London. He received scholarships to study at high school and Yale University in the United States, including a summer working with Afghan refugees in northern Pakistan. On coming back to Britain, he was a research assistant for Rev Dr John Stott for two years before becoming a postman in the East End of London.

    After training in Oxford, Birmingham and Uganda, combining Christian theology with an MA in Islamic Studies at the University of Birmingham, Toby was ordained and served in an inner-city parish in Derby. He then moved to India with his family for five years, during which he did research in Islamic preaching for a PhD from the Free University of Amsterdam.

    Returning to Europe, he served with a Dutch church in Rotterdam before moving back to Birmingham where he taught Islamic studies and worked as a tutor and then at Crowther Hall in Selly Oak.

    In 2004 he took up parish work again as vicar of St Christopher’s, Springfield and was then called to become the Bishop of Birmingham’s Adviser on Inter-Faith Relations. In 2011 he became Interreligious Affairs Secretary for the Archbishop of Canterbury.

    Bishop Toby is married to Henriette, who is also ordained, and they have three adult children. He will be confirmed in the role in the autumn by the Archbishop of York at York Minster. Three services of welcome and installation will follow at Bradford Cathedral, Ripon Cathedral and Wakefield Cathedral.

    Commenting on the appointment, the Archbishop of York, the Most Rev Stephen Cottrell said: “Leeds is a remarkable Diocese, shaped by a rich history, extraordinary diversity and a deep commitment to sharing the hope of Jesus Christ in every community. Bishop Toby knows and loves this Diocese so well. I am delighted that he will lead the next chapter of the life and witness of the church in this place.

    “Bishop Toby’s passion for sharing the good news of the Gospel alongside his profound commitment to interfaith dialogue equip him to serve all those who call these communities home.”

  • Huge fire on Enville farmland as 20 acres and tractor set ablaze

    Huge fire on Enville farmland as 20 acres and tractor set ablaze


    Staffordshire Fire and Rescue confirmed that 5 trucks had been sent to the scene on Morfe Lane, just less than a mile north of Enville.

    The smoke from the blaze could be seen all the way in Gornal. (Image: Mandy Scott)

    The service said the fire was first reported to the service around 5.30pm.

    They confirmed as of 7.15pm the tractor and fields have now been been extinguished and crews are damping the ground down.

    Follow along here to keep up to date with the fire.