Matchday Guide | Wolves vs Racing Santander

Wolves' final pre-season fixture sees Cesar Peixoto's side take to the Molineux pitch for the first time in 2026/27 with La Liga side Real Santander the visitors.

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.

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