Port Vale - Portsmouth predictions

It’s hard to see even the most ardent of Port Vale fans expect a victory here. As clear underdogs, even a draw against Portsmouth would be quite impressive, let alone an upset in the form of a home win.

Most bookies see Portsmouth as the favourites in this matchup, though it’s important to know things can go either way. Their victory is currently priced at 2.10, indicating that the hosts have a fighting chance.

There is a feeling Port Vale might have won their last League One game even though they were thought as favourites to do something like that. However, an HT/FT Wycombe Wanderers draw will have left their supporters feeling slightly disappointed. The hosts could have exploited the home ground advantaged just a bit more but there is no reason to feel disappointed with a draw anyway.

Portsmouth won their previous League One away game 0:1 in a decent but unremarkable showdown at Fleetwood Town. The away team were already ahead ad the 45-minute mark, and it’s easy to see why most pre-match betting odds immediately identified them as the favourites.

Port Vale tend to concede quite a lot when playing at home, strangely enough. For example, the ball ended up in their net more than 5 times over the course of their latest 3 home games.

Portsmouth already won a match against Port Vale this season while playing a home game. Even though they won’t have home-field advantage this time, they’re still considered favourites. After all, their previous victory was quite decisive and ended with a considerable lead.

Due to the absence of injuries or suspensions, both teams will have their complete lineups available for an exciting match.

Over 2.5 Goals is easily the safest bet when it comes to this matchup. The best part is that it also maintains a decent betting value, especially if you use the 2.05 odds offered at Pncl.