Adams: ‘Maybe I picked the wrong side’
Micky Adams has conceded that he may have “picked the wrong side” after Vale’s poor home defeat to Chesterfield but the manager says there’s “no panic and no crisis.”
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About Micky Adams
The former player and experienced Football League manager had two spells with Port Vale FC. He was first appointed manager in 2009 before leaving to join Sheffield United in 2010.
He returned as manager in 2011 and despite the club’s financial troubles, he led the club to promotion to League One in 2013. In September 2014 he resigned following a run of six straight defeats. He subsequently joined Tranmere Rovers.
He was in charge of 247 Port Vale matches with a win ratio of over 40%.
Adams: They ‘wanted it more’…
Micky Adams thought that visitors Chesterfield were worthy victors after the away side secured a 2-0 win over the Valiants on Saturday.
Adams: We were poor
Manager Micky Adams admitted that his team were poor “individually and collectively” after the team lost at home to Bradford City in the Johnstone’s Paint Trophy.
Adams ‘proud’ of Vale players
Manager Micky Adams has told the Sentinel he was “proud” of his players despite their FA Cup exit at the hands of League One side Sheffield United.
Adams praises ‘fantastic’ fans
Port Vale manager Micky Adams has paid tribute to both sets of supporters ahead of the FA Cup clash against Sheffield United.
Port Vale owners outline ambitious plans
Port Vale’s new owners Paul Wildes and Norman Smurthwaite received a standing ovation after a fans forum in which they announced a string of new initiatives.
Williamson earns praise from Adams
In-form forward Ben Williamson has been praised by manager Micky Adams after the striker scored his fifth goal in nine games at the weekend.
Adams: It’s been a good week
Manager Micky Adams reflected on a “good week” as the Valiants came out of administration and racked up two successive victories.
Adams poised to enter loan market
Port Vale’s transfer embargo has been lifted following Paul Wildes’ takeover and manager Micky Adams is now set to enter the loan transfer market ahead of Thursday’s deadline.
Adams rues Vincent suspension
Micky Adams says that the team will “miss” Ashley Vincent on Saturday as the in-form winger serves a suspension.
Adams hails ‘outstanding’ Neal
Micky Adams told the press that both goalkeepers were “outstanding” as Port Vale and Southend United played out a goalless draw on Saturday.
Adams slams ‘cowardly’ Morsy tackle
Port Vale manager Micky Adams has labelled Sam Morsy’s red-carded challenge against Rochdale that of a “coward” and fined him the maximum possible fine.
Adams hints at new signing
Port Vale manager Micky Adams has given a broad hint that the Valiants may make an addition to their squad ahead of Saturday’s game with Southend United.
Adams: rest will benefit Valiants
Manager Micky Adams believes a free week will help Port Vale recover from their defeat to Northampton Town and prepare them for an FA Cup tie against Forest Green Rovers.
Adams: defence “down to the bare bones”
Micky Adams may decide to play Kingsley James in an unfamiliar defensive role after Vale were reduced to “the bare bones” through injury. Adams told the press that he faces the possibility of playing Forest Green Rovers without a recognised centre-half.
Adams: McCombe ‘distraught’ about Nicholls’ injury
Manager Micky Adams says that captain John McCombe is “distraught” over the challenge that led to Northampton’s Alex Nicholls sustaining a broken leg.
Duo battle to replace suspended McDonald
Micky Adams has to decide whether experienced Gareth Owen or rookie Joe Davis will be drafted into his team to replace the suspended Clayton McDonald.
Adams: squad is stretched now
Micky Adams told the media he was happy with the away draw against Burton Albion but he admitted that injury and suspension will stretch his resources.
Adams: win ‘flattered’ Vale
Manager Micky Adams told the press he didn’t want to “put a dampener” on the win over Wycombe but he felt the scoreline “flattered” the Valiants.
Adams: this award is for ‘everyone’
Micky Adams has praised “the people who don’t normally grab the headlines” for their contribution after he was made the League Two manager of the month for September.
Double award joy for Port Vale
Manager Micky Adams and striker Tom Pope have been named as the nPower League Two manager and player of the month for September.
Vale duo on League Two awards shortlist
Manager Micky Adams and striker Tom Pope have been shortlisted for the nPower League Two manager and player of the month awards, respectively.
“It feels like I’ve been to the sweet shop and nicked a few sweets”
Port Vale manager Micky Adams conceded that the Valiants rode their luck against Bradford and that the Vale “had a bit of fortune” with the winning goal. He also paid tribute to goalscorer Tom Pope and keeper Chris Neal.
Adams: We ‘may have seen the last’ of Haldane
Micky Adams has hinted that luckless winger Lewis Haldane may have played his last game for the Valiants.
Adams: defeat ‘opens the door’ for squad players
Micky Adams has admitted that he may make changes to Vale’s starting line-up following the home defeat to Gillingham.
Adams: we’ve got to bounce back
Manager Micky Adams insisted it’s not all “doom and gloom” despite his team “not turning up” for the top-of-the-table clash with Gillingham.