Stockport vs Port Vale Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 28 Apr 2026
League One Betting Preview: Stockport vs Port Vale
Play-off hopefuls Stockport welcome relegated Port Vale to Edgeley Park, with kick-off set for 14:45 on Tuesday 28 April.
Stockport should have the upper hand against Port Vale. Taking the -1.25 on the Asian Handicap at odds of -108 means we need a two goal winning margin, although half our money will return if the Hatters win by one.
Stockport County got the victory in their last game. This was in the form of a 3-1 home scoreline against Peterborough United at Edgeley Park.
Port Vale have been beaten in successive League One games and the latest was on the road at Home Park. Plymouth Argyle claimed a 2-1 win.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The last head-to-head saw Stockport claim a 3-0 away win over Port Vale at Vale Park.
| League One | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | Stockport |
46 | 22 | 11 | 13 | 71 | 58 | 13 | 71:58 | 77 |
| 22 | Port Vale |
46 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 36 | 61 | -25 | 36:61 | 42 |
Confirmed Lineups
Stockport confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Corey Addai (GK), Che Gardner, Kyle Wootton, Ethan Pye, Ben Osborn, Odin Bailey, Oliver Norwood, Jack Diamond, Josh Stokes, Malik Mothersille, Adama Sidibeh.
Port Vale confirmed lineup (3-4-3): Joe Gauci (GK), Jordan Gabriel, Cameron Humphreys, Tyler Magloire, Grant Ward, Rhys Walters, Ben Garrity, Liam Gordon, George Hall, Martin Sherif, Ben Waine.
Stockport vs Port Vale Prediction & Betting Tips
We cover the key Stockport vs Port Vale betting angles, showcasing our expert match prediction, best correct score selection, top player props and a bet builder tailored for value.
Match Prediction
It makes sense to back Stockport -1.25 at -108. The favourites are capable of winning this League One clash by two goals or more, with the stats suggesting that a comfortable victory is on the cards.
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Key Stockport vs Port Vale league stats:
If you go by the top bookies, there’s a 51.8% likelihood of our pick winning. However, our tipsters in-depth research has found that the actual probability is between 55-60%. This is why we regard this as a value bet.
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Correct Score Prediction
A 2-0 win in favor of the Hatters is available at odds of +475. Correct score betting can be rewarding and you can also get plenty of entertainment with this option.
Player Prop Picks
Louie Barry (Stockport) has managed three goals in his past four League One matches. This statistic guides us towards Anytime Goalscorer where we’re able to back him to find the net at appealing odds of +143.
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Bet Builder Tips
A bet builder always adds excitement and the picks are Stockport on the Asian Handicap at -1.25, BTTS No accompanied by Louie Barry (Stockport) to be on the scoresheet.
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Stockport vs Port Vale Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Stockport County have been chalked up as the convincing -270 favourites for this League One encounter. This means that the bookmakers afford them a 73% probability of winning. If you’re interested in wagering Port Vale, you can get +650 for the underdog.
Stockport can be backed at -127 on the Half-Time Result and you’ll need them to have their noses in front by the break. Port Vale can be chanced at +550 and the draw is +150.
There’s a high probability that Over 2.5 Goals will be netted according to the current prices. There are two Both Teams to Score options, with Yes on offer at -116 and No at -122.
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Louie Barry is the First Goalscorer favourite at +280 and there’s an opportunity to back him to find the net anytime at +105.
Stats: League One matches only
Stockport have clocked up eight wins, one draw and one defeat in the past 10 home games, recording an average of 2.10 goals per match and conceding 0.80.
Port Vale have managed seven losses and three victories in the last 10 away matches, recording an average of 0.90 goals per game and conceding 1.70.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Stockport Home Stats |
8-1-1 | 2.90 | 2.10 | 0.80 | 7 | 3 | 5 | 5 | |
Port Vale Away Stats |
3-0-7 | 2.60 | 0.90 | 1.70 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 6 | |
- W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
- G = Avg. Goals
- GF = Avg. Goals For
- GA = Avg. Goals Against
- O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
- U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
- B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
- B-No = Matches BTTS No
Stockport League Stats
Port Vale League Stats
- 5 wins, 2 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 8 wins, 1 defeat and 1 draw in the previous 10 home matches
- 3 wins, 5 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 3 wins and 7 defeats in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.00 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.10 goals scored and 0.80 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 3.20 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.90 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 0.80 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 0.90 goals scored and 1.70 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.00 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.60 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Stockport this season are Kyle Wootton (18), Oliver Norwood (7), Jack Diamond (6)
- Top Assistors for Stockport this season are Oliver Norwood (10), Jack Diamond (7), Ben Osborn (5)
Stockport vs Port Vale Lineups & Team News
Before making your bets, take a look at the Stockport vs Port Vale team news. We’ll provide full coverage of predicted and confirmed League One lineups alongside the newest injury information.
Stockport Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Port Vale Confirmed Lineup 3-4-3
Stockport Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Port Vale Confirmed Lineup 3-4-3
Stockport Substitutes
- 1Ben Hinchliffe
- 4Lewis Bate
- 9Tanto Olaofe
- 14Tayo Edun
- 20Louie Barry
- 22Benony Andresson
- 45Christy Grogan
Port Vale Substitutes
- 4Ben Heneghan
- 7George Byers
- 11Ethon Archer
- 13Ben Amos
- 18Ryan Croasdale
- 23Jack Shorrock
- 50Onel Hernandez
Previous Stockport Lineups
Previous Port Vale Lineups
Stockport Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Dave Challinor
Port Vale Player Stats & Squad
League One Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lincoln | 46 | 31 | 10 | 5 | 89:41 | 103 |
| 2 | Cardiff | 46 | 27 | 10 | 9 | 90:50 | 91 |
| 3 | Stockport | 46 | 22 | 11 | 13 | 71:58 | 77 |
| 4 | Bradford | 46 | 22 | 11 | 13 | 58:51 | 77 |
| 5 | Bolton | 46 | 19 | 18 | 9 | 70:52 | 75 |
| 6 | Stevenage | 46 | 21 | 12 | 13 | 49:46 | 75 |
| 7 | Luton | 46 | 21 | 11 | 14 | 68:56 | 74 |
| 8 | Plymouth | 46 | 22 | 7 | 17 | 75:63 | 73 |
| 9 | Huddersfield | 46 | 18 | 13 | 15 | 74:64 | 67 |
| 10 | Mansfield | 46 | 16 | 17 | 13 | 62:50 | 65 |
| 11 | Wycombe | 46 | 17 | 12 | 17 | 69:58 | 63 |
| 12 | Reading | 46 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 64:60 | 63 |
| 13 | Blackpool | 46 | 17 | 9 | 20 | 54:65 | 60 |
| 14 | Doncaster | 46 | 17 | 9 | 20 | 50:69 | 60 |
| 15 | Barnsley | 46 | 15 | 14 | 17 | 68:73 | 59 |
| 16 | Wigan | 46 | 14 | 14 | 18 | 49:58 | 56 |
| 17 | Burton | 46 | 13 | 15 | 18 | 50:60 | 54 |
| 18 | Peterborough | 46 | 15 | 8 | 23 | 64:68 | 53 |
| 19 | Wimbledon | 46 | 15 | 8 | 23 | 51:72 | 53 |
| 20 | Leyton Orient | 46 | 14 | 10 | 22 | 59:71 | 52 |
| 21 | Exeter | 46 | 12 | 13 | 21 | 52:61 | 49 |
| 22 | Port Vale | 46 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 36:61 | 42 |
| 23 | Rotherham | 46 | 10 | 11 | 25 | 41:71 | 41 |
| 24 | Northampton | 46 | 9 | 8 | 29 | 39:74 | 35 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lincoln | 23 | 18 | 4 | 1 | 53:20 | 58 |
| 2 | Cardiff | 23 | 17 | 2 | 4 | 50:23 | 53 |
| 3 | Bradford | 23 | 15 | 5 | 3 | 32:17 | 50 |
| 4 | Stevenage | 23 | 14 | 7 | 2 | 27:13 | 49 |
| 5 | Bolton | 23 | 13 | 8 | 2 | 46:24 | 47 |
| 6 | Luton | 23 | 13 | 6 | 4 | 37:24 | 45 |
| 7 | Stockport | 23 | 13 | 4 | 6 | 38:26 | 43 |
| 8 | Wycombe | 23 | 13 | 3 | 7 | 45:23 | 42 |
| 9 | Huddersfield | 23 | 11 | 9 | 3 | 42:27 | 42 |
| 10 | Blackpool | 23 | 12 | 5 | 6 | 35:29 | 41 |
| 11 | Wigan | 23 | 11 | 4 | 8 | 24:17 | 37 |
| 12 | Reading | 23 | 10 | 7 | 6 | 33:28 | 37 |
| 13 | Mansfield | 23 | 9 | 8 | 6 | 38:27 | 35 |
| 14 | Plymouth | 23 | 10 | 4 | 9 | 33:33 | 34 |
| 15 | Barnsley | 23 | 9 | 6 | 8 | 39:37 | 33 |
| 16 | Doncaster | 23 | 9 | 6 | 8 | 27:32 | 33 |
| 17 | Burton | 23 | 9 | 5 | 9 | 27:28 | 32 |
| 18 | Leyton Orient | 23 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 32:30 | 31 |
| 19 | Exeter | 23 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 30:29 | 31 |
| 20 | Peterborough | 23 | 8 | 6 | 9 | 39:30 | 30 |
| 21 | Wimbledon | 23 | 8 | 4 | 11 | 25:31 | 28 |
| 22 | Rotherham | 23 | 6 | 9 | 8 | 24:32 | 27 |
| 23 | Northampton | 23 | 6 | 4 | 13 | 23:31 | 22 |
| 24 | Port Vale | 23 | 4 | 9 | 10 | 17:25 | 21 |
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