Port Vale host Blackpool at Vale Park looking to bounce back after inconsistent form. Given Blackpool's excellent display at Rotherham, we predict a 2-0 away win. The Valiants have won just 33% of their home games this season, scoring 1.5 goals per home match but conceding 0.83. Defender Liam Gordon remains sidelined, though he has been a long-term absentee, so the lineup should be largely settled. Port Vale have struggled to score consistently, failing to find the net in 50% of home matches, which could be a concern against a potent Blackpool attack.
The Seasiders are in fine form, cruising to a 4-0 win over Rotherham in their last outing. Blackpool have averaged 2.2 goals per away game this season while conceding just 1.2, highlighting both attacking efficiency and defensive solidity. Historically, Blackpool have struggled against Port Vale, losing 4 of the last 5 H2H matches, but current form suggests they are capable of causing problems.
Given Blackpool's fine form and scoring ability, Away Win is our main betting tip, with additional value on Over 1.5 goals and Blackpool Over 1.5
This League 1 match will be played on Thursday 1 January 2026 at 15:00.
What is our Port Vale vs Blackpool prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Port Vale 0 - 2 Blackpool
Port Vale vs Blackpool Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 0-2
- Both Teams To Score (BTTS): No
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Under 2.5 Goals
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals
- Goalscorer: Devante Cole @ 225 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Under 2.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Over 4.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 4.5
- Total Corners: 9 - 11 @ 160 Odds
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View OfferPort Vale Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wdlll | 0.90 |
| Home | dlwwl | 1.33 |
| Away | ldll | 0.25 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 20% | 33% | 0% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.50 | 2.33 | 2.75 |
| Scored | 1.10 | 1.50 | 0.50 |
| Conceded | 1.40 | 0.83 | 2.25 |
| BTTS | 20% | 17% | 25% |
| Clean Sheets | 30% | 50% | 0% |
| Failed to Score | 60% | 50% | 75% |
| Expected Goals | 1.42 | 1.73 | 0.94 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.43 | 1.39 | 1.50 |
Blackpool Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wdwww | 1.70 |
| Home | lwdww | 2.00 |
| Away | ldlww | 1.40 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 60% | 40% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.10 | 3.40 | 2.80 |
| Scored | 1.90 | 2.20 | 1.60 |
| Conceded | 1.20 | 1.20 | 1.20 |
| BTTS | 40% | 40% | 40% |
| Clean Sheets | 40% | 40% | 40% |
| Failed to Score | 20% | 20% | 20% |
| Expected Goals | 1.55 | 1.63 | 1.47 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.39 | 1.31 | 1.47 |
Port Vale vs Blackpool Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
Port Vale (80%)
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Blackpool (0%)
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