Wolves fans warned ahead of Celtic clash by their OWN club as Dublin zero tolerance rules in effect

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Wolves fans warned ahead of Celtic clash by their OWN club as Dublin zero tolerance rules in effect

Travelling Wolves supporters have been told to be on their best behaviour against Celtic as the English Premier League side sent a firm warning.

The Molineux side were slapped with a £100,000 FA charge over vile homophobic chanting during their clash with Chelsea in April and club chiefs have told the travelling punters heading for Dublin they do not expect a repeat against the Treble winners. A large Parkhead contingent are due at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday afternoon as Brendan Rodgers' side ramp up their preparations ahead of their curtain raiser against Ross County on August 5.

A statement from Wolves said: "Wolves head to Dublin on Saturday afternoon as the Old Gold play their first match in Ireland since 2014 when they take on Scottish champions Celtic. Thousands of Wolves supporters have already snapped up their tickets for the 2pm pre-season friendly at the Aviva Stadium to watch Julen Lopetegui’s side continue their preparations for the upcoming Premier League campaign.

"Supporters travelling to Dublin are asked to ensure they represent the club in a positive manner before, during and after Saturday’s game. After the club’s recent punishment from the Football Association in relation to homophobic chanting by some Wolves supporters during our match against Chelsea in April, it is pertinent to remind supporters that the club operate a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of discrimination, harassment and victimisation relating to sex, gender, sexual orientation as well as religion or race and disability.

"Wolves urge supporters to show respect and not chant songs that could be regarded as insulting to others, particularly from a religious or political perspective. All unacceptable behaviour will be dealt with in line with our acceptable behaviour policy."