Port Vale v Stevenage prediction and betting tips on December 12, 2023
In the context of the 1/64 finals of the FA Cup, there will be a match between Port Vale and Stevenage. The encounter is set to take place at Vale Park on Tuesday, December 12. Kickoff is scheduled for 20:45 Central European Time.
Port Vale
In the previous round of the FA Cup, the team advanced by defeating Burton in a replay with a score of 2-0. Positioned at 17th place in the third-tier division of English football, Port Vale notably struggles with a modest number of goals scored. In 19 matches, they've managed to net only 15 goals. The team is just six points clear of the relegation zone.
Stevenage
Stevenage, also competing in League One, has a different objective compared to their opponent. After 21 matches, the club sits in third place and aims for promotion to the Championship. Though achieving this goal will be incredibly challenging, Stevenage is likely to compete for playoff positions. In the previous FA Cup round, Stevenage defeated Tranmere with a score of 4-3.
Interesting Facts and Head-to-Head History
- Port Vale has not managed to secure a victory at home in the last four consecutive matches.
- Stevenage is on an unbeaten streak, having gone 11 matches without a loss.
- The initial match between these opponents ended in a draw with a 1-1 scoreline.
Prediction
Bookmakers consider the opponents evenly matched, with odds on their victory being approximately equal. I suggest placing the bet on the triumph of the visitors with a 0 goal handicap.