Relegation explainer #3 – Moore’s the pity
The third in a series of articles looking at what went wrong for Port Vale during the 2025-26 season.
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Port Vale CEO defends timing of Darren Moore dismissal
Port Vale CEO Matt Hancock says the sacking of Darren Moore wasn’t too late saying “I don’t think we over-delayed it.”
Darren Moore’s Port Vale spell – the highs and lows
Darren Moore was Port Vale manager between 2024 and 2025. We look back at his spell’s highs and lows.
Darren Moore departs Port Vale FC
Port Vale have announced that they have parted company with manager Darren Moore.
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.
“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”.
“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.
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.
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.
“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.
Darren Moore: the form guide goes right out of the window in FA Cup competition
Port Vale manager Darren Moore says that the Trophy win in midweek has given his side confidence but they will still need to be wary of FA Cup opponents Bristol Rovers on Saturday.
Six thoughts after the win over Barnsley – a rare event, a Trophy win with potential long-term consequences
Rob Fielding thinks there are plenty of positives to be taken from the midweek Trophy win over Barnsley.
Injury blow as Port Vale captain is ruled out for “some time”
Port Vale manager Darren Moore has confirmed that Ben Garrity will be ruled out of action for “some time”
“Real change is needed” – concerned Port Vale fan pens open letter to Port Vale owner
A concerned Port Vale fan has written an open letter to Port Vale co-owner Carol Shanahan asking the club to listen to the concerns of supporters and undergo a thorough recruitment process when appointing managers.
“Credit to them” – Darren Moore praises players despite winless run extending to eight games
Port Vale manager Darren Moore praised his players’ performance after a 1-0 away loss to Lincoln City on Saturday afternoon.
Darren Moore: “we are together as a group”
Port Vale manager Darren Moore has praised the unity of his playing squad and their “determination” to turn the side’s poor form around.
Opinion: are Port Vale repeating their mistakes and sleepwalking to another relegation?
Rob Fielding thinks there are worrying parallels between this season and the awful 2023-24 relegation campaign – and the club don’t seem to have learnt their lessons.
Port Vale CEO on Darren Moore: “We believe we have the right people in the building”
Port Vale chief executive Matt Hancock says that while he understands the club’s view may be “unpopular” they are sticking with underfire manager Darren Moore.
Marvin Johnson injury news only adds to the pressure on Darren Moore
Veteran left wingback Marvin Johnson is set to be missing for a number of weeks – which is probably the last news that manager Darren Moore wants to hear.
Opinion: ten problems Port Vale are facing at the moment
Rob Fielding thinks the club is in deep trouble with at least ten issues to get right and soon. Here’s his list…
Opinion: Port Vale owners face a big decision over the manager, they may need to act soon
Rob Fielding says the Port Vale owners face a big decision over whether to stick or twist – but if it’s the latter then they need to move now.
Darren Moore: “I accept the full responsibility of the team”
Port Vale manager Darren Moore told the media that being responsible for the performances of the team is part and parcel of his role as manager.
“Resilient” – Darren Moore’s view on Port Vale’s home draw with Wycombe
Port Vale manager Darren Moore felt his side did well to take a point from an in-form Wycombe Wanderers side on Saturday.
Darren Moore: midweek Trophy performances have given him “food for thought”
Port Vale manager Darren Moore says that some of the performances during Tuesday’s Football League Trophy draw with Fleetwood Town have given him “food for thought” ahead of the home League game against Wycombe Wanderers.
Darren Moore says George Hall is “unfortunate” not to be played in “most effective” position
Manager Darren Moore says he thinks recent signing George Hall’s best position is upfront but injuries have forced him to fill in elsewhere.