Port Vale vs Bolton Predictions

Port Vale vs Bolton is scheduled for kick off on 21 March, at 15:00. The game is set to take place at Vale Park, with Tom Reeves officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Port Vale currently holding the 22nd position in the table 33 points behind Bolton. Port Vale have won 1 English Football League - League One match against Bolton out of the last 2 they have played. After their recent loss to Lincoln, Port Vale is determined to redeem themselves. Port Vale have won 4 of their last 23 English Football League - League One matches at Vale Park. Bolton's away record stands at 7 victories from 24 games. Following their 4-1 triumph over Stockport, Bolton have boosted their morale as they seek to beat Port Vale on their home ground.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Port Vale have scored over 1.5 goals in 54% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 72% of games. Their total stands at 36 goals and 143 shots on target this English Football League - League One season. Meanwhile, Bolton have scored 70 goals with 249 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 76% of matches but conceded in 73% of games.

In their last 2 head-to-head clashes, Port Vale scored 1 goal while Bolton scored 4 goals. Their last match on 21 March 2026 ended in 1-0 to Port Vale.