The Wolves Fans' Stand: A Half-Empty Molineux and Its Message to the Club Owners
Wolves' home ground Molineux witnessed a half-empty stadium during the first half of their match against Manchester United. Fans showed their discontent towards the club owners through a peaceful protest organized by the Old Gold Pack (OGP), highlighting their concerns about the team's performance and leadership.
Wolves' home ground Molineux was half-empty during the first half of their Premier League clash against Manchester United on Monday. Wolves have made a nightmare start to their 2025-26 campaign as they are yet to win a match in the Premier League after 15 games and are placed at rock bottom on the league table with only three points, as they stare at possible relegation.Wolves' famous fan group the Old Gold Pack (OGP) organised a protest where they encouraged fellow supporters not to enter Molineux for the first 15 minutes of their Premier League fixture against United on Monday evening. Some fans stayed outside the ground at kick-off as empty seats were spotted in the South Bank and parts of the North Bank. The protest was aimed at owners Fosun and club chairman Jeff Shi as the club struggle at the bottom of the Premier League table, with the possibility of relegation from the top flight growing more real every week.Speaking to Express and Star, Kieran Newey from the OGP said: "We’ve arranged the 15-minute boycott because we care deeply about Wolves and feel the club’s leadership is ignoring key issues raised by fans. By missing the first 15 minutes, we’re sending a clear, peaceful message that fans want better for Wolves and won’t accept this continuing trend. It shows that supporters are united together and serious about wanting change. An empty stadium or empty seats, even for a short time, is a powerful visual that says we’re not being listened to, and we won’t just sit back and watch the club drift away any further than it already has. "We hope this makes the owners realise how much fans care, and sparks real dialogue. A lot of supporters don’t feel confident that Jeff Shi is the person to take this club forward. Our aim is for the owners and club to reconnect with the wider group of supporters, listen to our concerns, and restore the ambition and pride Wolves deserve."He added: "It’s heartbreaking. Wolves means everything to us, and it hurts to have to do this just to feel like we’re being heard. We’re doing this because we care, and because we want to see our club competing, with a solid plan and leadership model for everyone who loves it."Looking for smarter football bets? Get expert previews, data-driven predictions & winning insights with GOAL Tips on Telegram. Join our growing community now!While the initial plan to protest came through OGP on social media, it was quickly backed by other Wolves supporters' groups like the Wolves 1877 Trust, Talking Wolves, Wolves Fancast, The Wolves Report, Wolves 77 Club, Always Wolves, Punjabi Wolves and The Wolfpack, who all released a joint statement, encouraging fans to take part.The fan groups, however, conducted a peaceful protest and urged the masses gathered to remain respectful of those fans who wished to watch the game from kick-off.After a heartbreaking result against West Ham last weekend which saw United drop crucial two points after Soungoutou Magassa equalised for the Hammers in the 83rd minute. Ruben Amorim will now hope that his team walks away with all three points against the struggling Wolves side and move up in the league table.
Wolves Fans' Protest and Message
Wolves fans decided to make their voices heard by orchestrating a 15-minute boycott at the start of the game against Manchester United. The protest aimed to draw attention to the issues raised by fans regarding the team's poor performance and the club's leadership under owners Fosun and chairman Jeff Shi.
Calls for Change and Unity Among Supporters
Kieran Newey from the OGP emphasized that the protest was driven by a deep care for Wolves and a desire for positive change. The intention was to show a united front among supporters and demand a more responsive and engaged approach from the owners towards fan concerns.
Community Support and Collaboration
The protest, initiated by the OGP, received widespread backing from various Wolves supporters' groups, illustrating a collective voice of discontent and a shared aspiration for better communication and decision-making processes within the club.
Respectful Engagement and Expressing Passion
While advocating for change, the fans conducted a peaceful protest, with a strong emphasis on showing respect towards fellow supporters who chose to attend the game. The protest sought to convey passion and concern for the club's well-being in a constructive and visible manner.
Moving Forward with Hope and Expectations
Despite facing significant challenges on and off the pitch, Wolves fans remain hopeful for positive developments. Through their actions and statements, supporters aim to ignite a dialogue, foster better understanding, and ultimately contribute to a revitalized vision for the club's future.
