Vale are at a 36 year low and fans are moaning because they care
OVF editor Rob Fielding reflects on the club’s lowest position for 36 years and thinks the long-suffering fans deserve better.
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Tabloid claims Vale missed out on striker Donovan Williams
A journalist for the Sun says Port Vale failed in a transfer deadline day move for the Wolves striker.
Martyn Cooke: it is too early to start despairing but Brown needs to go 4-4-2
Columnist Martyn Cooke says we should learn from last season and not leap to conclusions before the season has hardly begun.
Port Vale 0-1 Notts Co reaction: despite Brown’s denial, it’s one upfront and it doesn’t work
A round-up of comments following Port Vale’s poor home defeat to Notts County on Saturday…
Match report: Port Vale 0-1 Notts County
Port Vale’s goalless run stretched to four games as Michael Brown once again opted to start with one upfront. The result was a third straight home defeat and a place in the relegation zone.
Team news: Lainton returns, Middleton starts for Vale
Manager Michael Brown has made seven changes for the visit of Notts County to Vale Park.
Pre-match stats: Port Vale v Notts County
Thanks to our friends at kickoff.co.uk here are the key statistics ahead of the game…
Two minute guide to: Port Vale v Notts County
Michael Brown will be desperate for a win – here’s our guide to Vale’s next league game…
Michael Brown’s Port Vale squad appears unbalanced
OVF editor Rob Fielding wonders if Michael Brown’s Port Vale squad strikes the right balance particularly upfront.
Notts County fan: the team are exceeding my expectations
In our first opposing views of the season, Chris is happy with how Vale’s next opponents are doing.
Port Vale sign Harry Middleton
Port Vale sign Harry Middleton: Port Vale have announced the signing of former Doncaster Rovers midfielder Harry Middleton.
Port Vale sign Tom Anderson
Port Vale sign Tom Anderson: The Valiants have officially announced the signing of Burnley centre-half Tom Anderson on a season-long loan deal.
Port Vale looking to add players on transfer deadline day?
A striker would appear to be the priority as manager Michael Brown continues to strengthen his Vale side.
Joe Davis eyes role in central defence
Defender Joe Davis says he would love “more opportunities” to play alongside Nathan Smith.
Oldham 0-0 Port Vale reaction: fans praise penalty hero Ryan Boot
A round-up of comments following Port Vale’s draw and penalty shootout win over Oldham on Tuesday…
Match report: Oldham 0-0 Port Vale (2-4 pens)
Ryan Boot scored two penalties on only his second appearance as Port Vale took two points from their opening game in the checkatrade Trophy tournament.
Team news: Boot in goal while Gunning, Wilson, Pyke all start
Port Vale have named a much-changed side for their Football League Trophy game against Oldham.
Michael Brown says his Port Vale squad is getting stronger
Port Vale manager Michael Brown says that the signing of midfelder David Worrall has strengthened the side and it will be boosted by the return of more players.
Crewe boss clarifies comments and apologises
Crewe boss David Artell has told the media that his comments at Vale Park have been taken out of context.
Two minute guide to: Oldham v Port Vale
It’s the much derided Football League Trophy but surely underfire Michael Brown will be desperate for a win…
A collection of Port Vale hard men from yesteryear
Here is a collection of older Port Vale hard men – players who also had a reputation as true tough guys…
Derby County 2-3 Port Vale, 1990
Video, images and special features on this famous Port Vale FA Cup win.
Rumour: three clubs chase £8m former Valiant Jordan Hugill?
According to media reports, three Championship clubs are prepared to spend around £8m on former Vale striker Jordan Hugill.
New play Dirty Laundry at the Spode Works opens in October
Our good friends at Claybody Theatre have a new play which will be performed at the Spode Works.
Port Vale youth team defeats Rochdale
Port Vale’s youth team are through to the next stage of the EFL Youth Alliance Cup after a comprehensive victory over Rochdale.
Port Vale 0-1 Crewe reaction: fans criticise Brown and call Artell a disgrace
A round-up of comments following Port Vale’s disappointing home defeat to Crewe on Saturday…