How the national press reported Port Vale’s FA Cup win over Stoke City in 1992
It’s one of the most fondly remembered Port Vale victories and here’s how the national press covered it.
History and memorabilia
Port Vale nostalgia and memorabilia articles
The Port Vale nostalgia and memorabilia section of the onevalefan.co.uk website hosts the Internet’s most extensive collection of historic Port Vale articles and images. This section houses hundreds of historic Port Vale images, Port Vale team line-ups, rare Port Vale documents and features about the Port Vale early years.
Our features include – the origins of the Port Vale name, vintage Port Vale press clippings, items of Port Vale memorabilia (ranging from rare Port Vale programmes to items from our own Vale Vaults exhibition) and features on Port Vale characters ranging from Port Vale cult heroes to tributes to Port Vale legends.
Nearly men 25: Tony Kelly, not John Rudge’s next playmaker…
Yes, midfield journeyman Tony Kelly did have a brief spell with Port Vale FC, so he’s not technically a “nearlyman” but arguably it could have lasted much longer and influential…
National Press coverage of Port Vale’s draw against Liverpool at Anfield in 1991
Goals from van der Laan and Foyle stunned the Kop and delighted a huge travelling Vale support – here’s how the national press reported on Port Vale’s creditable away League Cup draw with Liverpool in 1991.
Watch two match videos from Port Vale’s 1982-83 promotion season
We’re delighted to have been provided with these clips by a Port Vale supporter. They show the much loved 1982-83 promotion side in action.
A collection of Port Vale press clippings from the 1980s and 90s
Read features on Port Vale’s games against Southport, Norwich City, Manchester City and the 1989 Potteries Derby against Stoke City
Former Port Vale defender Lee Collins passes away
Lee Collins passes away: sad news as Yeovil Town confirm that the former Valiants defender has died aged just 32 years of age.
National press clippings of Port Vale’s draw with Derby County, 1990
Darren Beckford beats England keeper Peter Shilton – here’s how the national press reported on Port Vale’s creditable home draw with Derby County on January 7th 1990.
National press cuttings from Port Vale’s 1989 promotion season
We present a selection of press clippings from the 1988-89 Port Vale promotion season charting the success of John Rudge’s side.
How the national press reported Port Vale’s draw with Watford in 1988
Following their sensational win over Spurs, John Rudge’s side faced another top-flight outfit and did themselves proud at Vale Park. Here’s how the press reported the draw.
Match Weekly magazine’s coverage of Port Vale’s win over Spurs in 1988
Match Weekly was a popular football magazine in the 1980s – here’s how they covered Port Vale’s famous FA Cup win over Tottenham Hotspur in 1988.
How the national press covered Port Vale’s win over Spurs in 1988
A look at the national press backpages after Port Vale’s famous 1988 FA Cup win over Tottenham Hotspur in January 1988.
The national press previews Port Vale’s game against Tottenham Hotspur in 1988
With thanks to Port Vale supporter Ken Grocott, we have three national press previews of Port Vale’s FA Cup tie against Tottenham Hotspur in 1988.
A ticket for a possible replay of Port Vale’s 1954 FA Cup semi-final
Port Vale lost their famous FA Cup semi-final against West Bromwich Albion in 1954 but what if there had been a replay. This unique ticket gives an indication of the plans… and the location may raise a few eyebrows!
1970s Port Vale photos
Here’s a selection of our favourite 1970s Port Vale photos featuring the likes of John James, Roy Cross, Roy Sproson and Tommy McLaren.
1980s Port Vale photos
Here’s a selection of our favourite 1980s Port Vale photos featuring the likes of Andy Jones, Robbie Earle and Bob Newton…
Former Port Vale, Tranmere Rovers and Chester City forward John James passes away
John James passes away: former Valiants forward and fans’ favourite has sadly died at the age of 72.
Fans’s memories of Port Vale 2-1 Tottenham Hotspur, 1988
Here’s how supporters remember the epic FA Cup victory over Spurs at Vale Park in January 1988…
John Jeffers – his Port Vale career in pictures
After his sad death at the age of 52, we want to remember John Jeffers’ contribution to Port Vale FC with these images.
John Jeffers passes away
John Jeffers passes away: highly respected Port Vale winger John Jeffers has sadly passed away after a long illness, he was 52 years of age.
Former Port Vale defender Clinton Boulton passes away
Clinton Boulton passes away: local media in Torquay have announced the death of former Port Vale FC defender Clinton Boulton at the age of 72.
I was there: a fans’ view of Port Vale’s Iron Curtain side
Many younger fans never saw the legendary 1953-54 Port Vale side. Geoff Ainsworth did. He watched from the sidelines and here’s his review of the squad from that incredible season.
In pictures: Port Vale’s tour of Czechoslovakia 1967
Thanks to former player and commentator Mick Cullerton here are some behind the scenes photos of Port Vale’s tour of Czechoslovakia in 1967.
Burnley draw level with Port Vale’s unwanted record
Burnley’s thrashing at the hands of Manchester City has seen them equal Port Vale with a unwelcome record.
Port Vale Fail 11: Ivor Powell
Port Vale Fail Ivor Powell: it’s said you need an element of luck to succeed as a football manager – poor Ivor Powell had none while at Port Vale FC…
How the local press reported Port Vale’s win at Derby in 1990
Here’s how the local newspaper the Staffordshire Sentinel reported on Port Vale’s famous FA Cup win at Derby in 1990.
Back again Theo? When Port Vale players return for a second spell…
Following Theo Robinson’s return to Vale Park for a second spell, we take a look at times when other players have returned to Vale Park.