Jamie Smith: meet the caretaker in charge of Port Vale
We profile Port Vale coach Jamie Smith, in caretaker charge of the club since the dismissal of Darren Moore.
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Darren Moore departs Port Vale FC
Port Vale have announced that they have parted company with manager Darren Moore.
Bradford City v Port Vale preview – Valiants to end 2025 on a low? It seems likely
After the humiliating 5-0 loss to Huddersfield Town, Darren Moore still remains in place and the Vale still remain in bottom place. Next up it’s a trip to Bradford. Here’s our match preview. Vale viewpoint Talking points Moore still in charge It’s somewhat remarkable that after such a poor run of form and the gap […]
Huddersfield Town 5-0 Port Vale – appalling away display heaps pressure on Darren Moore
Another dreadful Port Vale display saw them stretch their winless League run to ten games. Here’s our match report.
Huddersfield Town v Port Vale preview – tough Boxing Day task if Vale are to pick up points
If Port Vale can lose at home to Peterborough United then the prospects of taking anything back from a trip to Huddersfield seem pretty bleak. Here’s our match preview.
Try our traditional and tricky Port Vale Christmas quiz
It’s that time of year for our OVF Christmas quiz – and as usual we don’t make the questions easy. Why now see how you fare?
“100% accept responsibility” – Darren Moore on Port Vale’s League position
Port Vale manager Darren Moore says he is solely responsible for Port Vale’s position at the bottom of the League One table but that one good result can change the side’s season.
Darren Moore on Vale’s loss to Peterborough: “a disappointing one”
Port Vale manager Darren Moore said the 1-0 home loss to Peterborough United was “disappointing”.
Port Vale 0-1 Peterborough Utd – dreadful home loss increases likelihood of relegation
A blunt and low quality Port Vale display saw them lose at home to Peterborough as they remained rooted to the bottom of the table. Here’s our match report.
Port Vale v Peterborough Utd preview – a vital game and one which Valiants must take points from
Vale viewpoint Talking points Continuity challenged by injuries Vale fans will be hoping that the recent consistency in team selection continues (at least to some extent). However, it won’t be the same starting eleven as Funso Ojo (and perhaps a couple of others) will miss out through injury. Supporters will hope changes are kept to […]
“He’s out” and “fifty-fifty” Darren Moore has injury worries ahead of Peterborough clash
Port Vale manager Darren Moore says that a number of players are only rated fifty-fifty for the Peterborough United game and that midfielder Funso Ojo is definitely out.
OVF Star Man – Paton stretches his lead at the top
After topping the table following Vale’s cup double-header, Ruari Paton has stretched his lead after being voted the star performer against Lincoln City.
Darren Moore praises Ben Waine’s work rate
Port Vale manager says Ben Waine is getting his “just rewards” after “working hard” to win a starting place in the team.
Port Vale Trophy and Cup dates are confirmed
The fixture dates for Port Vale’s Football League Trophy and FA Cup games have been confirmed by the club.
Darren Moore: “we feel we were worthy of the three points”
Port Vale manager Darren Moore had praise for his players after an improved display saw them draw 2-2 with Luton Town on Saturday.
Improved performance but injury concerns mount for Valiants
Port Vale took home a point on Saturday but the draw may have come at a cost as the Valiants count the cost of several more injuries to their side.
Luton Town 2-2 Port Vale – Waine and Cole score as Vale prove their point
Strikers Ben Waine and Devante Cole both scored as Port Vale secured an away draw at Kenilworth Road. Here’s our match report.
Luton Town v Port Vale preview – League points now needed more than ever for under pressure Valiants
Results went against Port Vale in midweek and after some decent cup results, the onus is on the side to start producing in the League. Here’s our preview.
George Byers: “we really need to kick on now”
Port Vale midfielder George Byers says the team’s morale is good after two wins in the cup competitions last week.
OVF Star Man – Paton goes clear at the top after cup fixtures
Striker Ruari Paton now leads the leaderboard after picking up a star man award for his performance in the Football League Trophy.
Try our Port Vale FA Cup quiz
Following the 2025 FA Cup third round draw we want to ask you some questions to test your Port Vale cup memory.
Bad weather causes Port Vale’s game with Bradford City to be postponed
The Vale Park playing surface has failed a pitch inspection causing Tuesday evening’s League One fixture with Bradford City to be called off.
FA Cup third round draw – Port Vale to host Fleetwood Town
Port Vale have been handed a tie against League Two side Fleetwood Town in the third round of the FA Cup.
“The acid test” – Darren Moore says Bradford game will show if Port Vale have turned the corner
Port Vale manager Darren Moore says the midweek game against Bradford City will be the “acid test” of the team’s new formation and upturn in form.
Port Vale v Bradford City – can Vale transfer their cup form to the League?
The Cup week has brought some respite for Darren Moore but now it’s back to the harsh reality of the League. Here’s our preview.
Ben Waine on his two goal week: “it’s a pretty good one”
New Zealand striker Ben Waine reflected on his most productive week as a Vale player as “pretty good.”