Port Vale vs Blackpool Correct Score Prediction: Team Stats, H2H & Betting Insights

Our Port Vale vs Blackpool Prediction: 0-1

Port Vale vs Blackpool in the England League 1 is scheduled for an 15:00 GMT kick-off on Thursday January 1, 2026. We predict a narrow 0-1 victory for Blackpool, as their solid defense and clinical finishing could be enough to edge past Port Vale.

This Port Vale vs Blackpool prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.

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Recent Form Insights

Port Vale's Last Match – Bradford vs Port Vale

Port Vale will aim to put their last result behind them following a 0-1 England League 1 loss to Bradford on December 29. In that match, Port Vale controlled 43% of possession and managed 1 shots on target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Bradford	57%	0 (2)	0.74	46
Port Vale	43%	0 (1)	0.29	49

Blackpool's Last Match – Blackpool vs Rotherham

Blackpool will be eager to build on their previous performance after securing a 4-0 England League 1 victory over Rotherham on December 29. In that match, Blackpool had 60% possession and 6 shots on target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Blackpool	60%	0 (6)	0.91	34
Rotherham	40%	0 (4)	1.36	45

Port Vale vs Blackpool Stats

Key Stats

Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded

Port Vale are averaging 1.1 goals scored and 1.4 conceded per match, while Blackpool average 1.9 scored and 1.2 conceded per game.

What are the odds for this match?

Port Vale to win: @2.6

Draw: @3.1

Blackpool to win: @2.7

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