Port Vale FC receives community award during ceremony at House of Commons
The Football League has announced the winners of this year’s community awards at a ceremony hosted at the House of Commons, with Port Vale winning the League One category.
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“Have to continue to fight” – Port Vale manager Darren Moore
Port Vale manager Darren Moore says the win over Burton Albion has given the team a “fighting chance” of avoiding relegation but the team has to continue to show the same attitude and application.
Port Vale youngster makes it three goals in two games in an England shirt
Port Vale striker Baylee Dipepa followed up his brace on Wednesday with another goal for the England U17 side.
Burton Albion 0-1 Port Vale report – Loft conversion lifts Valiants as Moore gets first win
Ryan Loft – one of the most criticised strikers in Port Vale’s recent history – scored what could be a crucial winner as the Valiants picked up three points at Burton in a game which could massively boost their hopes of avoiding relegation.
Burton Albion v Port Vale preview – a vital game and a chance to concentrate on the pitch after changes at the top
The Valiants travel to Burton and once again hopes are that some points will narrow the gap between them and safety. While the departure of David Flitcroft as director of football won’t directly affect things, will his exit help unite the fans behind the team? Here’s our preview.
Opinion: Flitcroft exit may be too late to save relegation but it’s surely good for the long-term
Rob Fielding says that the departure of David Flitcroft as director of football bodes well for the future but it has potentially come too late to save the team’s season.
Port Vale youngster scores twice on his International debut
Port Vale youngster Baylee Dipepa made his England U17 debut on Wednesday and scored twice after coming on as a second-half sub.
David Flitcroft leaves Port Vale director of football role
Port Vale have announced the departure of David Flitcroft as director of football.
Port Vale fans panel on the Burton game – “there is a simple solution for the club and it involves a P45”
We ask three Port Vale supporters for their views on the Port Vale season. This week it’s the turn of Jean, Pete and Ian to discuss Vale’s chances at Burton Albion…
This week in Vale history: a goalscoring goalkeeper, Bogie signs and Gannon goes
In the first of what we hope will be a regular feature, we take a look back at Port Vale events and milestone that occurred this week over the years…
Former Port Vale midfielder Billy Kellock passes away
Former Port Vale midfielder Billy Kellock has sadly passed away at the age of seventy, the media in Peterborough has announced.
Explainer – sixteen Port Vale players are already under contract for next season
Port Vale’s hopes of avoiding relegation to League Two took another blow after a home defeat to Oxford United. With some fans now focusing on next season, here’s our explainer guide to which players are in and out of contract.
Port Vale youngster gets England U17 call-up
Port Vale striker Baylee Dipepa has been called up into England’s U17 squad for their UEFA U17 EURO elite round qualifiers this week.
Predictable Premier League complaints as long awaited football legislation set to come into law
The long awaited Football Governance bill is set to become law today as the government finally takes onboard supporter concerns and implements the results of a 2022 fan-led review.
Five thoughts after Vale’s loss to Oxford Utd – no case for the defence and who’s to blame…
Rob Fielding reflects on Port Vale’s latest loss including a worrying defensive display, concerns over contract lengths and an analysis of who he thinks is ultimately to blame…
Port Vale 0-2 Oxford Utd report – dreadful Valiants look doomed and set for the drop
It will take a miracle for this Port Vale side – bereft of confidence, skill, resilience and goal threat to escape the relegation zone. The side’s lack of belief was in evidence on Saturday as they were comfortably beaten by an Oxford United side who had shipped five goals in midweek.
Port Vale v Oxford Utd preview – can Valiants build on draw at Orient?
Every point is vital right now as the Valiants try to close the gap so fans will be hoping the team will bring the same effort as they displayed in midweek. Here’s our preview…
“Great news!” – Darren Moore gives comeback update on potentially crucial Port Vale player
Port Vale manager Darren Moore has given an update on injured forward Uche Ikpeazu who has been ruled out of action since sustaining a shoulder in late January.
Port Vale fans panel on the Oxford game – “a glimmer of hope” and “fragile bit of confidence”
We ask three Port Vale supporters for their views on the Port Vale season. This week it’s the turn of Steve, Paul and Craig as they look ahead to Vale’s home game against Oxford United…
“Empty promise” – Premier League criticised for stalling over Football League deal
The Premier League has been criticised for its inaction to agree a financial deal with the Football League which would reduce inequality in the game.
“Seen an improvement” – Port Vale manager pleased with team’s performance against Leyton Orient
Port Vale manager Darren Moore said his side showed “more concentration and commitment” after they secured a battling draw against Leyton Orient on Tuesday evening.
Leyton Orient 0-0 Port Vale report – Ripley to the rescue as Vale prove a point
Port Vale were grateful for a superb goalkeeping performance by Connor Ripley as they held on for a point after a goalless draw against Leyton Orient on Tuesday evening.
Leyton Orient v Port Vale preview – Valiants running out of games to save their League One status
After another disappointing home loss, it seems a tough task for the Vale to win away at Leyton Orient. But stranger things have happened… here’s our preview.
Opinion: it’s obvious, but Vale need to learn the lessons from an awful January transfer window
Rob Fielding argues that a terrible January window was by far the biggest factor in Port Vale’s relegation struggle and the club need to learn from it and act quickly to address their mistakes.
Four thoughts after Vale’s loss to Shrewsbury – relegation seems certain, so surely it’s best to start the autopsy now?
Rob Fielding shares his thoughts after the loss to Shrewsbury Town and urges the club to make a positive out of a negative by starting a root and branch review of the football side now, so the club is in a better place for the crucial summer transfer window.
Port Vale 1-2 Shrewsbury Town report – relegation looks highly likely despite Dipepa’s first senior strike
Port Vale’s stay in League One looks set to come to an end as a home defeat to Shrewsbury extended their winless run and left them increasingly adrift in the relegation zone. The only highlight was a first Vale goal for teenager Baylee Dipepa.