“There’s nobody better who can play on his own upfront” says defiant Tom Pope
Veteran striker Tom Pope says he doesn’t “expect to play every minute” but in his opinion he “knows how to play the lone striker” role better than anyone else.
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About Tom Pope
The tall forward is a Port Vale striking legend after breaking the goalscoring record for goals scored at Vale Park. A lifelong Vale fan, he initially joined the club on loan before the move was made permanent.
The striker rose to prominence with thirty three goals during the side’s 2012-13 promotion season. He moved to Bury in 2015 but returned for a second spell with Port Vale in 2017.
The forward has now won the club’s player of the year award on three separate occasions.
Richie Bennett replaces Tom Pope in Port Vale XI to face Forest Green Rovers
Port Vale have announced that new signing Richie Bennett has replaced Tom Pope in the Port Vale eleven to face Forest Green Rovers.
Tom Pope: we deserved a point
Port Vale striker Tom Pope was pleased with his side’s performance against Colchester United.
Connections: Port Vale and Bury
A look at some connections on the pitch between Port Vale and Bury ahead of the two sides’ friendly clash
Tom Pope on mark as Port Vale fall to Premier League Burnley
Veteran striker Tom Pope opened the scoring as John Askey’s Port Vale side lost 3-1 to a strong Burnley side at Vale Park.
New signing on target as Port Vale beat Leek Town
Tom Pope and new signing David Amoo were on target as Vale defeated Leek Town in a friendly.
Five of the best Port Vale signings by Micky Adams
We think this is a tough task (so we enjoyed it) and we think there’s bound to be some disagreement over some of our choices…
Five bizarre Port Vale transfer rumours
It’s the time of year when rumours rule the back pages and Port Vale have had their fair share over the years.
Keeper Scott Brown named as official Port Vale player of the 2018-19 season
Port Vale goalkeeper Scott Brown has been crowned as the club’s player of the season at the official player of the year awards night.
Tom Pope accuses Stevenage of time wasting – “all their players knew what was going on”
Port Vale striker Tom Pope has said he’d “rather retire” than engage in Stevenage’s time wasting tactics.
Tom Pope criticises Crewe manager over post-match comments
Port Vale matchwinner Tom Pope says that “when you have been beaten by a team that has been better on the day then you just have to give them some praise.”
Crewe coach pays tribute to Tom Pope ahead of derby game
Crewe first-team coach Alex Morris says it was a “great achievement” for the striker to reach one hundred goals for the Valiants.
Tom Pope on 100 goals: I can’t put into words what it means to me
Tom Pope said it was a “great achievement” to reach one hundred goals for the club and it was “something to tell the grandkids.”
Watch hightlights: Northampton Town 1-2 Port Vale
See brief match highlights of Port Vale’s valuable away victory over Northampton Town on Saturday afternoon.
Ton up for Tom Pope as striker hits century
It was a memorable moment for Port Vale fans after talisman striker Tom Pope netted his 100th senior goal for the club.
Vale captain Tom Pope concerned by owner Norman Smurthwaite’s administration threat
Striker and club captain Tom Pope says that owner Norman Smurthwaite’s threat to put the club into administration “raises all sorts of concerns” and his “worry is for the club itself.”
Top-scorer Tom Pope ready to return to action
Port Vale talisman and top-scorer Tom Pope is expected to be fit enough to be considered for the Valiants’ next fixture.
John Askey: vital Tom Pope will only play when completely fit
Port Vale manager John Askey has said thatTom Pope is a “vital” player but playing him while unfit is “not fair on him or the other players.”
Tom Pope set to be ruled out of Yeovil game
Port Vale top-scorer Tom Pope is not fit enough to take part in Tuesday night’s fixture says Port Vale boss John Askey.
Tom Pope injury is nothing major says Port Vale coach
Port Vale coach says an injury to top-scorer Tom Pope is “nothing major” after the striker was ruled out of the game with Mansfield Town.
Port Vale and Tom Pope: a mutually unhealthy romance?
James Russell explores if Vale now need to re-examine the way they use their veteran forward.
Tom Pope admits the gap is closing and we’re running out of games
Port Vale’s top-scorer admits the side is in trouble and is “running out of games” after their home defeat to Morecambe.
Port Vale striker says new manager is a breath of fresh air
Port Vale striker Tom Pope says the first-team players have been “given a boost” after the arrival of new manager John Askey.
Port Vale top-scorer is ruled out for up to six weeks
Port Vale coach Lee Nogan has confirmed to the media that striker Tom Pope will be missing for four to six weeks.
“I have to cross them in myself and then head them in”
In an interview riddled with his characteristic dry humour, Port Vale striker Tom Pope says this season has been tough work.
Bad news as Port Vale striker ruled out for several weeks
Port Vale manager Neil Aspin has confirmed that top-scorer Tom Pope has suffered a hamstring injury.
Double injury blow for Port Vale
Port Vale suffered injuries to two influential players during their 3-0 home defeat to Colchester United.
Tom Pope: it had 0-0 written all over it
Port Vale striker Tom Pope says that Vale had few chances in their goalless draw at Macclesfield Town.
Tom Pope agrees new Port Vale contract
Key striker Tom Pope has agreed a new two-year contract, the club has announced.
Port Vale manager says that a new contract for Tom Pope is his top priority
Port Vale manager Neil Aspin has said that agreeing a new contract with key striker Tom Pope is “number one” on his list.
