Port Vale vs Doncaster Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 23 Aug 2025

League One Betting Preview: Port Vale vs Doncaster

Port Vale host Doncaster in this League One match at Vale Park, with kick-off set for 22:00 on Saturday 23 August. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and confirmed lineups.

Defences Could Be On Top

If you’re in agreement with our verdict that there won’t be lots of goals, back the 1.68 on the Under 2.5 selection when it comes to Total Goals. We are not anticipating that Port Vale vs Doncaster will produce too many fireworks.

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2-1 Win for Vale in Last H2H Clash

Port Vale were defeated last time out by a 2-1 scoreline. Vale Park saw them beaten at home to Stevenage.

Doncaster Rovers suffered a defeat in their previous game. A 2-0 scoreline occurred on the road at John Smith's Stadium against Huddersfield Town.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Port Vale won the most recent encounter between these teams. A 2-1 League Two away victory was recorded against Doncaster at Eco-Power Stadium.

League One		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
5	Doncaster	8	5	1	2	9	8	1	9:8	16
20	Port Vale	8	1	2	5	6	9	-3	6:9	5

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Confirmed Lineups

Port Vale confirmed lineup (3-5-2): Joe Gauci (GK), Kyle John, Cameron Humphreys, Connor Hall, Mitchell Clark, Ben Garrity, Jordan Shipley, Funso Ojo, Jaheim Headley, Mo Faal, Ben Waine.

Doncaster confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Thimothee Lo-Tutala (GK), Tom Nixon, Connor O'Riordan, Jay McGrath, Jack Senior, Owen Bailey, George Broadbent, Luke Molyneux, Harry Clifton, Glenn Middleton, Billy Sharp.

Port Vale vs Doncaster Prediction & Betting Tips

Head into Port Vale vs Doncaster with expert betting insights, including our main match prediction, expected scoreline, key player prop picks and a thoughtfully built bet builder.

Match Prediction

The best bet for this League One game could involve going low on the number of goals. We think that Under 2.5 is crying out to be backed based on the available stats and the odds of 1.68 look value.

The football betting tips are created after keeping tabs on the latest League One team news along with the form guide. We also delve into the latest stats which can provide a barometer for how the action might play out.

Key Port Vale vs Doncaster league stats:

• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 3 of the last 4 Doncaster games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 2 Doncaster games.

Under 2.5 Probability

According to the top bookmakers, our pick has a 59.5% chance of landing a return. However, our experts think that the probability sits between 65-70% taking all factors into consideration. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this bet.

If you want to secure bigger odds, then there’s an opportunity to select Under 2.5 Goals along with one of the teams to win. This is available through the Result & Total Goals market.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Port Vale 1 - 0 Doncaster

Our correct score prediction is a 1-0 win for Port Vale which is available at odds of 6.75. We think they’ll achieve victory and this is a way of getting bigger odds and more excitement.

Player Prop Picks

Port Vale vs Doncaster Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

1x2 Odds Suggest a Close Encounter

The bookmakers have priced up the Full-Time Result odds and Port Vale are 2.43 to come out on top, while Doncaster Rovers are 2.88. The draw is available at 3.10 if you expect the clash to finish level.

Port Vale are 2.06 at -0.25 on the Asian Handicap and this gives you a half stake refund in the event of a draw. However, you get a full payout on your wager if they manage to beat Doncaster.

The Total Goals odds suggest that Under 2.5 is the likelier outcome in this contest. For those wanting to back Both Teams to Score No, this is currently priced at 1.77.

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Billy Sharp is the First Goalscorer Favourite

There is 3.20 available that Billy Sharp finds the net anytime. If you’re interested in the favourite to score the first goal, then you are able to secure 6.50.

Port Vale Aiming to Stop the Rot at Home

Port Vale haven’t tasted victory at Vale Park in the previous four matches. The Valiants have collected four wins, three draws and three defeats in the past 10 home games, recording an average of 1.40 goals per match and conceding 0.60.

Doncaster have six wins, two draws and two losses in the last 10 away games, scoring an average of 1.40 goals per match and conceding 0.80.

The most recent Vale Park meeting saw Doncaster claim a 3-2 win over Port Vale.

Last 10 League Games		W-D-L	G	GF	GA	O2.5	U2.5	B-Y	B-No
Port Vale Home Stats		4-3-3	2.00	1.40	0.60	4	6	2	8
Doncaster Away Stats		6-2-2	2.20	1.40	0.80	4	6	5	5

• 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

Port Vale vs Doncaster Lineups & Team News

Double-check the Port Vale vs Doncaster team news before placing your bets. We’ll keep you posted with predicted and confirmed lineups for League One and all current injury news.

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