Port Vale v Plymouth Argyle preview – a season of two halves ends with goodbyes
There will be a goodbye to the Bycars stand as a home end and a goodbye to promoted opponents Plymouth Argyle as the 2022-23 season draws to a close.
Rob Fielding
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Goodbye to the old home end – fifteen photos of Vale Park’s Bycars stand
With the Bycars stand in use as a home stand for possibly the last time in 2023, we take a look at the history of the stand with this series of photos.
Five of the best: Port Vale signings by Darrell Clarke
Darrell Clarke made many signings during a two and half year spell with the club – these are our pick as his five finest additions.
Five of the best: Port Vale signings from Crewe Alex
Port Vale signings from Crewe Alex: it’s a controversial move at the best of times, but here are five transfers from our near neighbours which have most benefitted the Valiants (this article was updated in 2025).
Goal has been achieved – Crosby happy with League One safety
Interim manager Andy Crosby says the team still have much to learn for next season but said he was happy that the team are now safe in League One.
100% trust – Andy Crosby gives glowing assessment of young forward
Port Vale interim manager Andy Crosby has praised the development of young forward James Plant and says he has”100% trust” in the player.
Charlton Athletic 3-2 Port Vale – rate the Valiants players performances
Well, that’s a relief isn’t it! Despite a loss on the field, Port Vale’s safety is secured. But how did the players perform on the day?
Charlton Athletic 3-2 Port Vale report – Valiants safe despite another away loss
Charlton Athletic 3-2 Port Vale report – the positive on the pitch was a first senior goal for James Plant. The positive elsewhere was that MK Dons’ draw against Barnsley meant that Vale cannot drop out of League One.
Charlton Athletic v Port Vale preview – can Valiants finish final away game on a high?
Port Vale v Charlton Athletic preview – the Valiants future in League One seems all but secure so can they finish their travels on a high note?
“Eternally grateful” – Darrell Clarke issues statement on his time at Vale Park
Former manager Darrell Clarke says Port Vale will “always hold a place in my and my family’s hearts” after his exit earlier this month.
Which Port Vale players are in and out of contract at the end of the season?
In recent months, Port Vale have failed to disclose the length of player contracts making it a guessing game as to who’s staying and who’s going at the end of the season.
Youngster agrees first professional Port Vale contract
Youth team graduate James Plant, who made his full debut for the first-team against Ipswich Town, has agreed a professional contract with the club.
Key defender extends his stay with Port Vale
Long-serving Nathan Smith, one of the contenders for player of the season, has agreed a new contract with the club.
Gavin Massey – crowd “helped us get over the line”
Port Vale forward Gavin Massey has paid tribute to the Vale Park crowd after the win over Bristol Rovers at the weekend.
Port Vale 2-0 Bristol Rovers reaction – well done to everyone!
Post-match reaction to Vale’s home win from Andy Crosby, Gavin Massey and Rovers boss Joey Barton.
Port Vale 2-0 Bristol Rovers – rate the Vale players performances
Well, that’s a relief isn’t it! The Valiants recorded an overdue win to significantly boost their chances of League One safety.
Port Vale 2-0 Bristol Rovers report – Harrison and Pett goals secure vital home victory
Port Vale 2-0 Bristol Rovers report – first-half goals from Ellis Harrison and Tom Pett helped the Valiants to a potentially vital home win which could secure their League One safety.
Alex Iacovitti
Alex Iacovitti player profile: biography, stats, images and news about this Port Vale player.
Port Vale v Bristol Rovers preview – another chance for Vale to inch closer to safety
Andy Crosby takes charge of his first home game this season with the Valiants desperate to pick up some points.
Port Vale owner says decision to sack Clarke was her “hardest day” since owning club
In a wide ranging interview with the local media, Port Vale co-owner Carol Shanahan has explained the reasons why the club decided to part company with manager Darrell Clarke.
Port Vale rumour – Valiants linked with move for Grimsby Town manager
According to the Football Insider website, Port Vale are considering a move for Grimsby Town manager Paul Hurst.
Nearly men 30: cosmopolitan manager Constantine who turned down Port Vale in 2016
A book by well-travelled manager Stephen Constantine reveals he turned down the Port Vale manager’s job back in 2016.
Ipswich Town 2-1 Port Vale reaction – Crosby heaps praise on debutant Plant
Interim manager Andy Crosby was full of praise for teenager James Plant who made his full debut at Portman Road.
Interim manager adds new coach to backroom team
Interim Port Vale manager Andy Crosby has added coach John Schofield to his backroom team.
Ipswich Town 2-1 Port Vale – rate the Vale players performances
Well, that was better even if the result didn’t work out for the Valiants! How did you think the Vale team performed during their defeat on Tuesday evening?
Ipswich Town 2-1 Port Vale report – better, battling performance but Vale’s winless run continues
Mal Benning gave the Valiants a shock lead at Portman Road but to no avail as the home side came back to record a home win.