Sheffield Wednesday supporters based in London are taking the next bold step in raising awareness about the ongoing issues surrounding club owner Dejphon Chansiri. The London Owls have announced an official protest right outside the Thai Embassy in London — a move that’s expected to draw national and international attention.
The protest is scheduled for:
📅 Date: Thursday, 4th September 2025
🕓 Time: 4:00pm – 5:00pm
🕞 Gathering from: 3:45pm
📍 Location: Thai Embassy, 29-30 Queen’s Gate, South Kensington, London, SW7 5JB
This protest isn’t just about expressing frustration — it’s about amplifying the pressure on Chansiri in front of Thai authorities and international media.
What You Need to Know
- The protest is organised by the London Owls, a Sheffield Wednesday fan group based in the capital.
- It will be held outside the Thai Embassy on Thursday, 4th September 2025.
- Fans hope this protest will be covered by UK and Thai media.
- The goal is to increase pressure on Dejphon Chansiri by targeting the Chansiri family brand.
- Thai culture is notably sensitive to public protest, making this action particularly impactful.
Key Talking Points
- 📢 Bold new protest location: Rather than Hillsborough or S6, fans are taking their message directly to a diplomatic site in the capital.
- 🌍 International awareness: Aimed at sparking media attention in Thailand where the Chansiri name holds more influence.
- 🧢 Fan frustration reaching new levels: This protest shows how widespread and deeply rooted the dissatisfaction with the ownership has become.
- 🗞️ Potential Thai press coverage: This could be the first time many in Thailand hear of Chansiri’s impact on Wednesday.
- 🤝 Unity among fans: The London Owls are supported widely across the fanbase for taking this step.
Our Take
This is really great from the London Owls and it’s something we fully support. To be able to bring a protest right to the Thai Embassy in London is fantastic and will surely be picked up by both UK and Thai media.
One thing they do not like in Thailand is protests, especially ones that touch their national image, so an organised and peaceful protest at the embassy will get people talking and looking into what’s going on at Sheffield Wednesday. Let’s be honest, many people in the embassy — or even in Thailand — might not be aware of Chansiri’s handling of the club or the impact on supporters.
If this protest draws attention to the Chansiri name and puts pressure on his family brand, that can only be a good thing for Sheffield Wednesday fans. The Chansiri name is tied to more than just SWFC — and maybe that public image pressure is what it takes for real change to happen.
Whether you’re in Sheffield, London, or anywhere else — this protest is a sign that fans won’t sit quietly anymore. Do you think this kind of international pressure can finally move the needle? Let us know what you think over on our socials!
Note: This article reflects our opinion based on publicly available reporting, commentary, and developments at the time of writing. Key insights have been drawn from coverage by outlets such as The London Owls and public protest announcements on social media.
