Donations to John Rudge statue fund flood in from grateful Reading fans
Reading fans have made dozens of donations to the John Rudge statue fund as a way of expressing gratitude to the travelling Port Vale fans.
John Rudge
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About John Rudge
John Rudge has been rightly accorded legendary status due to his achievements during a long spell as Port Vale manager.
Rudge was appointed manager in 1983 after a brief spell as caretaker. He was in charge for sixteen years during which time he took the club to three promotions and won the Autoglass Trophy final at Wembley stadium.
His spell in charge was notable for his ability to bring in talented players on the cheap and sell them for large profits, the footballing style of his sides and a number of cup giantkilling acts including wins over Tottenham Hotspur, Everton, Southampton and Derby County.
Looking for a Port Vale Christmas gift? How about John Rudge’s autobiography?
Black Friday weekend is the time when many people start to think about Christmas gifts. If you’re looking to purchase a Port Vale gift, how about purchasing John Rudge’s intriguing autobiography ?
Photo Essay: John Rudge’s first Port Vale signing in action…
In our latest Port Vale photographic feature, we take a look at the first Port Vale signing by manager John Rudge…
Legendary Port Vale manager John Rudge’s book goes on sale
Port Vale managerial great John Rudge’s autobiography “To Cap it all” goes on sale this week.
Opinion: six things we (may) have learnt about Port Vale this week…
Rob Fielding sums up some thoughts about things both on and off the pitch following the away win over Charlton Athletic… they include some encouraging performances, transfer rumours, a stunning statue and even some Bob Ross…
Port Vale: John Rudge statue design is unveiled
The Port Vale Supporters Club have unveiled the design for a status of legendary manager John Rudge which will be on display at Vale Park.
Title and cover of forthcoming John Rudge book revealed
Legendary Port Vale manager John Rudge is releasing his long awaited autobiography this year and his publishers have tweeted about the release.
Mini gallery: John Rudge statue fundraising launch at Vale Park
Thanks to Alex Steventon, we have some images of the launch event for the John Rudge statue.
Read a vintage 1998 interview with legendary Port Vale manager John Rudge
Here’s an interview with John Rudge by the Independent’s Phil Shaw ahead of Port Vale’s game with Arsenal in 1998.
Port Vale Supporters Club: John Rudge statue plans, Lorne St stand appeal restarted and Tom Pope testimonial
The Port Vale Supporters Club have made a series of announcements about initiatives for the football club including plans for a statue for club legend John Rudge.
Port Vale net hat-trick of awards at EFL awards ceremony
It was a night of celebrations for Port Vale FC as they won three EFL awards on Thursday evening.
John Rudge given EFL Contribution to League Football award
Legendary Port Vale manager John Rudge has been celebrated in the EFL Awards ceremony.
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.
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.
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…
Five of the best: veteran signings by Port Vale manager John Rudge
Legendary manager John Rudge is rightly regarded as the club’s finest manager – and here are five examples of veteran players he successfully signed.
Five of the best: players converted to other positions by John Rudge
Legendary manager John Rudge is rightly regarded as the club’s finest manager – and here are five examples of how he successfully converted players from one position to another…
Quiz: ten tricky questions about John Rudge’s Port Vale signings
John Rudge quiz: test your knowledge and see how you get on with our latest quiz – ten questions on signings by legendary manager John Rudge.
Huddersfield Town v Port Vale 1998: watch the full 90 mins
Huddersfield Town v Port Vale 1998: watch our premiere of the “as live” game as John Rudge’s Port Vale travel to Huddersfield Town looking for a win to stay up….
You’re playing tomorrow morning – Andy Hill on a hectic start to his Port Vale career
We managed to catch up with fans favourite Andy Hill to chat about his time at Port Vale. He chats about how he signed for Vale, the impact of John Rudge and recalls some of his favourite matches.
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…
Five ways that Port Vale’s John Rudge showed his transfer market genius
The best John Rudge signings are subject of plenty of debate – here is our selection which we think demonstrate the genius of the legendary Port Vale manager.
Vintage Vale match: watch the whole of the 1993 Autoglass Trophy final
WATCH: As the first of our “as live” screenings of classic Port Vale games, we take a trip back to 1993 and the Autoglass Trophy final clash with Stockport County at Wembley stadium.
Five of the best quotes about Port Vale legend John Rudge
He’s a Port Vale legend – so here’s what the great and the good have to say with our favourite John Rudge quotes…
When Vale shocked Spurs to reach the fifth round of the FA Cup
A look back at a still memorable FA Cup game for Port Vale.
Legend John Rudge is a worthy Port Vale president
Rob Fielding thinks that the recent statement about John Rudge becoming the club president is very welcome news. Rob Fielding writes… Over the years I have heard several conversations among Port Vale supporters about how to properly celebrate legendary manager John Rudge. His unceremonious sacking by then chairman Bill Bell prompted the “flat cap” march […]