Sunday 8 March 2015 16:01, UK
A Watford fan is in a critical condition in hospital after an unprovoked assault in Wolverhampton on Saturday.
The 44-year-old was attacked in Littles Lane just after 5pm as he made his way to the train station with a group of friends in the wake of an ill-tempered 2-2 draw at Molineux.
Detective Sergeant Adam Keen from the force's CID, said: "The group of friends were completely outnumbered and the victim suffered a severe head injury which has left him in a critical condition in hospital.
"His family have been informed and we are in the process of taking statements from witnesses and locating any CCTV which might have captured those responsible for the attack.
"I would urge anyone with information which will help our investigation to contact me as soon as possible on 101."
Wolves chief executive Jez Moxey issued a statement on the club's statement condemning the attack and requesting help in identifying anyone involved.
“We are deeply saddened to hear of this incident and our thoughts go out to the supporter concerned and his family,” said Wolves," said Moxey.
“As a club we deplore any violence in or around football matches, and we will work closely with the relevant authorities to help bring the perpetrator, or perpetrators, to justice.
“All right-minded football supporters will share in our disgust at this violent incident, and I would implore anyone with any information to contact the police.”
Watford's Tommie Hoban and Bakary Sako of Wolves were both sent off in the game, which saw the visitors come from behind twice to claim a point.
The Hornets joined four teams at the top of the Championship on 66 points after the draw while Wolves are chasing the play-off places in eight.
