League One outfit Port Vale enter this FA Cup clash full of belief after their dramatic extra-time win over Bristol City, with Ben Waine delivering the decisive goal. However, we predict a 1-0 win for Sunderland, who have big ambitions for the prestigious cup competitions. The Valiants face a setback as defender Tyler Magloire is unlikely to feature after picking up a knock. Recent form shows Port Vale averaging 2.57 total goals per home match, though they earn just 0.86 points per game at Vale Park, with 57% BTTS in their home fixtures.
Sunderland travel to Stoke-on-Trent with confidence after a 1-0 win over Leeds. Bertrand Traore remains doubtful but is not a first-team regular. Sunderland’s attack averages 2.40 total goals per match, while their away outings see 2.17 total goals and 33% clean sheets. Their xG numbers (1.33 for, 1.50 against) suggest a team that creates but can be exposed. Key midfielder Granit Xhaka returns to the starting XI, boosting the chances of our betting tip landing.
Given Sunderland's higher quality and 100% H2H dominance, punters from all around the globe can find value in betting on Away Win, alongside BTTS and Over 2.5 goals as Port Vale home games average 2.57 total goals and Sunderland matches trend similarly.
This FA Cup match will be played on Sunday 8 March 2026 at 13:30.
What is our Port Vale vs Sunderland prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Port Vale 0 - 1 Sunderland
Port Vale vs Sunderland Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 0-1 @ 500 Odds
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS): No @ -125 Odds
- Over / Under 4.5 Goals: Under 4.5 Goals @ -1400 Odds
- Over / Under 3.5 Goals: Under 3.5 Goals @ -450 Odds
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Under 2.5 Goals @ -150 Odds
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Under 1.5 Goals @ 200 Odds
- Anytime Goalscorer: Ryan Hardie @ 175 Odds
- First Goalscorer: Ryan Hardie @ 500 Odds
- To be Booked: Funso Ojo @ 210 Odds
- Asian Handicap: Port Vale +1.5 @ -182 Odds
- European Handicap: Port Vale +2 @ -550 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Under 2.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 2.5
- Total Corners: 9 - 11 @ 160 Odds
- Double Chance: X2 @ -300 Odds
- Draw No Bet: Huddersfield to Win @ -188 Odds
- Half Time/Full Time: Sunderland to Win/Sunderland to Win @ 120 Odds
- Clean Sheet: Sunderland - Yes @ -111 Odds
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View OfferPort Vale Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | lwldlldwdw | 1.20 |
| Home | lldlddw | 0.86 |
| Away | wlw | 2.00 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 30% | 14% | 67% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.30 | 2.57 | 1.67 |
| Scored | 0.90 | 0.86 | 1.00 |
| Conceded | 1.40 | 1.71 | 0.67 |
| BTTS | 50% | 57% | 33% |
| Clean Sheets | 30% | 14% | 67% |
| Failed to Score | 20% | 29% | 0% |
| Expected Goals | 1.11 | 1.28 | 0.69 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.37 | 1.36 | 1.41 |
Sunderland Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | dwlwllwldw | 1.40 |
| Home | wwll | 1.50 |
| Away | dllwdw | 1.33 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 40% | 50% | 33% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.40 | 2.75 | 2.17 |
| Scored | 1.10 | 1.50 | 0.83 |
| Conceded | 1.30 | 1.25 | 1.33 |
| BTTS | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| Clean Sheets | 30% | 25% | 33% |
| Failed to Score | 20% | 25% | 17% |
| Expected Goals | 1.33 | 1.41 | 1.27 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.50 | 1.19 | 1.70 |
Port Vale vs Sunderland Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
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