Walsall vs Port Vale Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score
1st Half1 - 0
27
S. Sprangler
was cautioned
40
E. Ahui
was cautioned
45+5
J. Connolly
scored for Walsall
2nd Half2 - 0
50
J. Connolly
was cautioned
51
K. Dempsey
was cautioned
84
B. Garrity
was cautioned
89
A. Dallas
scored for Walsall
90+3
J. Moon
was cautioned
The upcoming meeting between Walsall and Port Vale takes place at Bescot Stadium on 19 September 2026. Kickoff is set for as both teams prepare for another important fixture in the England League Two. Attention will turn to overall performance levels and tactical execution.
Walsall tend to keep a balanced shape on the pitch.
Port Vale operate with a flexible back three.
Recent Form
Walsall
WDDDW
Port Vale
LWLLD
Walsall are in solid form, consistently picking up results in recent matches. They remain reliable and consistent in recent games.
Meanwhile, Port Vale have struggled to find rhythm, producing a patchy run of results. Recent fluctuations suggest outcomes are still unpredictable.
Recent Form Home/Away
Walsall (Home)
WDWD
Port Vale (Away)
LLLL
Walsall's results have been consistent regardless of playing at home or away.
Port Vale are significantly more effective at home than on their travels.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)
Walsall
+++--
Port Vale
-+--+
Walsall have shown good defensive stability, keeping several clean sheets recently. The back line has been performing reliably.
Meanwhile, Port Vale's defensive record has been inconsistent, with clean sheets hard to come by. Concentration at the back will be key.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away
Walsall (Home)
++-+
Port Vale (Away)
----
Walsall show only minor variation in defensive strength between home and away games.
Port Vale's defence is dramatically stronger at home compared to away matches.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5)
Walsall
---++
Port Vale
---+-
Walsall show no clear trend in the goal count of their recent fixtures. Game tempo has varied from match to match.
However, Port Vale are often involved in tight, cagey games. They often prioritise defensive structure.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away
Walsall (Home)
--+-
Port Vale (Away)
--+-
Only small differences appear in Walsall's match tempo home versus away.
There is little change in goal frequency across venues for Port Vale.
Scoring Consistency
Walsall
+--++
Port Vale
-+-+-
Walsall usually manage to get on the scoresheet. They usually create enough chances to trouble most defences.
Meanwhile, Port Vale's attacking form has been inconsistent, with some matches ending without a goal. They will need more consistency in the final third.
Scoring Consistency Home/Away
Walsall (Home)
+-+-
Port Vale (Away)
--+-
There is little difference in Walsall's scoring output across venues.
Port Vale's scoring form shows only minor variation between home and away.
Match Information
Referee: James Oldham
Venue: Bescot Stadium
Walsall vs Port Vale Live Match StatsLive Match Stats
0.72
xG
0.56
64
Ball Posession (%)
36
1
Big Chances
0
15
Shots
9
5
Shots on Goal
1
5
Shots Blocked
0
10
Shots inside Box
4
5
Shots outside Box
5
0
Hit Woodwork
0
14
Fouls
18
7
Corner Kicks
4
24
Throw Ins
27
1
Saves
3
19
Free Kicks
12
5
Offsides
1
460
Passes Total
252
352
Passes Completed
131
118
Passes in the final 3rd Total
133
79
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
56
24
Touches in the Opposition Box
15
12
Tackles Total
25
4
Tackles Completed
15
47
Clearances
11
20
Crosses Total
11
9
Crosses Completed
1
9
Interceptions
16
Walsall vs Port Vale Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations
Starting Lineup
1
J. Ward
20
M. Marosi
3
M. Hancock
5
C. Hall
4
J. Connolly
22
L. Montsma
25
D. Skura
2
K. John
22
E. Ahui
3
J. Headley
6
S. Sprangler
8
B. Garrity
15
I. Moore
7
G. Byers
11
R. Smith
10
K. Dempsey
14
A. Evans
6
J. Gabriel
17
C. Clarke
19
B. Waine
7
T. Sodje
14
O. Lynch
Walsall vs Port Vale H2H Stats & Previous ResultsH2H Stats & Previous Results