Burton Albion vs Port Vale Predictions

Burton Albion vs Port Vale is scheduled for kick off on 16 August, at 11:30. The game is set to take place at Pirelli Stadium, with Scott Oldham officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Burton Albion currently holding the 17th position in the table 12 points ahead of Port Vale. Burton Albion and Port Vale have drawn in all of the last 2 English Football League - League One matches they have played. After their recent draw with L Orient, Burton Albion aims to claim a win. Burton Albion have won 9 of their last 23 English Football League - League One matches at Pirelli Stadium. Port Vale's away record stands at 6 victories from 23 games. Following their 2-0 loss to Lincoln, Port Vale is determined to bounce back with a win against Burton Albion.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Burton Albion have scored over 1.5 goals in 70% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 74% of games. Their total stands at 50 goals and 166 shots on target this English Football League - League One season. Meanwhile, Port Vale have scored 36 goals with 143 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 54% of matches but conceded in 72% of games.

In their last 2 head-to-head clashes, Burton Albion scored 2 goals while Port Vale scored 2 goals. Their last match on 07 February 2026 ended in a 2-2 draw.