Michael O’Connor: Rob Page has “done a great job”
Last season’s Port Vale player of the season, Michael O’Connor, has given manager Rob Page a ringing endorsement.
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About Rob Page
The former Wales International joined the club as part of Micky Adams’ coaching team in 2011.
Initially a youth coach, he was promoted to the role of assistant manager after the departure of Geoff Horsfield in 2014. Later that year, Page took over as Port Vale manager when Adams departed.
He was manager of the Valiants for a two year spell bringing in the likes of Anthony Grant, Ben Purkiss, Jak Alnwick and Uche Ikpeazu before leaving to take up a similar managerial position at Northampton Town in the summer of 2016.
Page: We got punished for poor decision making
Manager Rob Page says that the team “got punished” for poor decision making during both Walsall goals.
Page: A chance to showcase ourselves
Manager Rob Page says the televised game against Walsall is a chance for the club to “showcase ourselves” but more importantly it’s about getting the three points as well.
Page ‘disappointed’ with draw after ‘very difficult’ week
Manager Rob Page admitted it had been a difficult week for the players but hoped that the performance against Scunthorpe started to make up for their poor defeat to Exeter.
Page ‘wants to right wrongs’ of Exeter game
The Port Vale manager says that the players’ attitude has been great since the Exeter defeat but the “talking stops” on Saturday.
Port Vale duo miss out on monthly awards
Port Vale manager Rob Page and striker AJ Leitch-Smith have failed to win November’s monthly League One awards.
Rob Page nominated for November manager of the month
Port Vale manager Rob Page is one of four nominations for the November League One manager of the month award.
Angry Page slams “unacceptable” and “embarrassing” performance
A clearly furious Rob Page says his players “let themselves down and the club down” and that he was “very angry” with the performance.
Smurthwaite denies sacking claims but questions own future
Port Vale owner Norman Smurthwaite says his comments to a group on a supporters coach were misinterpreted and he is not poised to sack manager Rob Page.
This is a time for clear heads not snap decisions
Rob Fielding understands that Rob Page’s future is in the balance – but whether he stays or goes – he hopes the club don’t rush into a snap decision.
Hooper will get a chance – Page
Port Vale manager Rob Page insists that striker JJ Hooper has a “bright future” at the club.
Page won’t appeal red card and talks to captain about discipline
Manager Rob Page says that the club will not appeal the red card that was given to captain Carl Dickinson on Saturday.
Rob Page says Vale are a work in progress
Vale manager told the Sentinel that he has put “his stamp” on the side but there will be more signings to complete their transformation.
Page targets unbeaten November
Manager Rob Page says that an unbeaten month would be a “great achievement” from his team.
Page being proved right over summer squad signings
Rob Fielding says some fans may need to change their opinions of Rob Page’s summer contract moves.
Video: Page pays tribute to ‘model pro’ Birchall
Rob Page praised his subs for their impact during the win over Blackpool and reserved special praise for “model pro” Chris Birchall.
Rob Page says squad depth and character helped Vale
Manager Rob Page says he is ” really proud of the players” after two late goals saw off Blackpool on Tuesday night.
O’Connor return increases competition for places
Rob Page has confirmed that midfielder Michael O’Connor is fit and in contention for Vale’s game against Blackpool.
Smurthwaite denies Page sacking rumour
Commenting on the OVF forum, Port Vale chairman Norman Smurthwaite has firmly denied that manager Rob Page would have faced the sack if Vale had lost their FA Cup replay against Maidenhead United.
Page looks for home comforts
Manager Rob Page says that the support of the fans can make a big difference as they pay their second game in three days.
Rob Page: We’ve got enough quality to win (but we must work hard)
Manager Rob Page says that the side must bring quality and a hard work ethic to their game against Maidenhead United.
Page: Reliable Yates shows my contract offer was correct
Rob Page says that Adam Yates and Chris Birchall have “vast experience and fantastic characters” and both deserved their summer contract deals.
Video: Page sees positive signs
Port Vale manager Rob Page says he is confident as his Port Vale team travel to take on Barnsley at Oakwell.
Page: Unacceptable and unprofessional
Port Vale manager Rob Page has blasted his players after conceding that the performances against Maidenhead were “not acceptable by a long shot.”
Page: Maidenhead are a threat
Manager Rob Pages says that the Valiants need to be wary of their non-league FA Cup opponents.
Page: A successful loan spell could result in a first-team place
Manager Rob Page has explained his reasoning behind allowing players to leave on loan arguing that a successful loan spell could result in a first-team chance.