Classic match in full: watch the 1990 FA Cup replay at Derby on Monday evening
As part of our series of showing the whole 90 minutes of vintage Port Vale games, we will be showing the 1990 FA Cup replay with Derby County as live on Monday evening…
Category: Features
Cult hero 67: Nicky Cross
A relatively unheralded signing at the time, Nicky Cross proved to be an intelligent and experienced addition to the Port Vale squad.
From the OVF Archive: striker “Nipper” Roberts hits eight in five games in 1936
The striker’s remarkable spell came despite Port Vale conceding 12 goals in two games and amid mounting financial worries.
Five memorable quotes by former Port Vale manager Micky Adams
He had two spells and five years as manager and during that time there were several memorable quotes – here are five we picked out…
Port Vale manager to target two more forwards if Mark Cullen signs
Port Vale manager John Askey says he will be “looking for another couple up front” if Mark Cullen agrees to stay with the club.
Watch: Barnsley v Port Vale, 1998 (full 90 mins)
Our latest Monday evening vintage Port Vale match is full coverage of the 1998 game against Barnsley at Oakwell.
Five of our favourite quotes by Port Vale legend Roy Sproson
He’s a Port Vale legend – so here’s a small selection of our favourite Roy Sproson quotes
Former Port Vale striker Ricky Miller speaks out about mental heath issues
Former Port Vale striker Ricky Miller has used social media to discuss the mental health issues which have affected his professional football career.
From our OVF Archive: seven wins, thirty goals – Port Vale’s incredible 1893 run…
The 1893-1894 season was only Port Vale’s second season as a Football League club but it started as one of the most memorable.
Video: watch Port Vale put six past Norwich City in 1996
We’ve recently added a clip of Port Vale thrashing Norwich City at home back in 1996.
Former Valiants: Alnwick released by Glasgow Rangers
Jak Alnwick has become the second prominent former Port Vale goalkeeper to be released this summer.
From the OVF archive: the 1953-54 side pictured at home…
See some vintage newspaper images of the legendary Port Vale Iron Curtain side pictured in their home environments…
Port Vale fans react to the 2020 retained list: “spot on”
Port Vale fans on the OVF forum have reacted favourably to the club’s announcement of their retained list. Read a selection of views.
Port Vale retained list 2020: seven players offered new contracts
In marked contrast to other clubs who have released a large number of players over the summer, Port Vale’s retained list for 2020 sees offers made to seven out of contract players.
Leon Legge shares epilepsy experience in new lockdown podcast
Port Vale captain, Leon Legge, has shared his experiences with epilepsy, and how a footballer copes in lockdown, in a new podcast.
Reserve your place for Monday night’s classic Port Vale match
Monday night’s vintage match in full is the final game of the 1993-94 season when promotion chasing Port Vale travel down to the Goldstone Ground.
Classy Port Vale earn praise after voting to end season early
Port Vale have been praised as “class” after the Valiants voted to end the season early despite being just one place from the play-offs.
Mike Lakin – one of our own, rest in peace
We are very sad to report the passing of Mike Lakin, Port Vale fan and popular member of the onevalefan forum.
League Two clubs vote to end season early
League Two clubs have voted to end their season early, pending approval from the Football League and the FA.
Government tells Premier League to support Football League clubs if season resumes
Government talks with English football authorities on the potential resumption of professional football include demands for the Premier League to support lower league clubs.
From our archives: the adventures of the trawler Port Vale
The trawler named after our football club had an interesting life – and was even involved in the “Cod wars” – we recount its colourful life in this special feature…
See the results of our fans’ vote for the worst Port Vale XI
After much discussion and voting on the forum, here are the results of the worst-ever Port Vale XI.
From the OVF Vaults: the Port Vale player who then managed Real Madrid
Robert Firth was the second English manager of Real Madrid and guided them to their second league title. He also played for Port Vale.
From the archive: why Port Vale tried to sign the 60’s “Mourinho”
ARCHIVE FEATURE: Hungarian Bela Guttman was hailed as a legend after guiding Benfica to two European Cup victories. So why on earth, just weeks after winning his second trophy, was he offered the manager’s role by Port Vale?
From our vaults: when Port Vale made the front page of Melody Maker…
Yes, it really did happen. Coverage of Port Vale’s only rock concert made the lead headline on one of the country’s leading music magazines. And we have the images to prove it.
In memoriam: our Valiant fallen
As the country marks the VE Day anniversary, OVF would like to pay tribute to Port Vale players, officials, fans and all other men and women who gave their lives serving their country.
Port Vale Fail 10: Dennis Butler
His one season reign at the Valiants may have passed younger fans by but his spell as Port Vale manager was widely seen as a disaster…
Vintage programme: read Mansfield Town versus Port Vale, 1985
We take a leaf through the pages of a programme from an FA Cup first round game against rivals Mansfield Town in November 1985.
Vintage Gallery: Athlone Town 0-6 Port Vale, 2013
We take a look back through our archives and revisit a friendly game from Port Vale’s tour of Ireland in 2013.
Video: watch one of Tony Naylor’s best-ever Port Vale goals
We’ve recently added a clip of Port Vale’s 1996 home win over Birmingham City which includes a stunning opener by striker Tony Naylor.
