Port Vale vs Blackpool Prediction & Betting Tips (1 January)

Port Vale have won 3 matches in their last 22 matches, and have conceded 13 defeats and 6 draws over the same period. Over this period of 22 matches, Port Vale scored 13 goals and conceded 30. In their very last match, Port Vale played against the team and the match ended with a result of 0 - 1. For their part, Blackpool won 8 wins in their last 23 meetings, for 5 draws and 9 losses conceded.

In their last meeting, Blackpool faced the formation of for a final score of 4 - 0. Between Port Vale who are currently 24th in League One with a total record of 3 wins, 6 draws and 13 losses, and Blackpool ranked 13th in League One and presenting a total record of 8 wins, 5 draws and 9 defeats, we see the victory of Port Vale.

The tactical dynamics of this matchup promise an intriguing contrast. Port Vale have shown they can be compact, opportunistic, and efficient, especially in their recent meetings with Blackpool, where they capitalized on key moments and punished defensive lapses. Blackpool, on the other hand, tend to dominate possession and build patiently, but their lack of cutting edge has repeatedly cost them in tight fixtures. Their last encounter highlighted this perfectly: Blackpool held 57% possession and produced 11 shots, yet Port Vale walked away with the winSporting Life. Both sides will be aware of these patterns, and the match may hinge on whether Blackpool can finally break through or whether Port Vale can once again impose their disciplined structure. Tactical contrasts between the teams

With all these threads converging, the upcoming match carries a sense of familiarity but also renewed stakes. Port Vale’s recent psychological advantage, combined with Blackpool’s ongoing search for stability, sets the stage for a contest shaped by discipline, pressure, and the ability to seize decisive moments. Given the evidence from their latest meetings and the form trends of the past two months, a controlled and assertive performance from Port Vale feels more likely. For prediction purposes, we are settling on a 2:0 correct score, reflecting both the matchup history and the current competitive trajectory. 2:0 correct score outlook

• Summary: Port Vale is going head to head with Blackpool starting on 1 Jan 2026 at 15:00 UTC . The match is a part of the League One .
• Port Vale Feedinco Rating: 6.71
• Blackpool Feedinco Rating: 6.78