Port Vale vs Wrexham Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

The visitors are coming in as favourites.

Port Vale will host Wrexham in the third round of the EFL Trophy. It is an annual knockout competition in which teams from EFL League One, EFL League Two, and U-21 teams from the Premier League and EFL Championship compete against each other.

Port Vale are currently one of the most in-form teams in the EFL League Two. They are in third place after Matchday 25. With 11 wins, eight draws, and six losses, Port Vale have accumulated 41 points. They registered a 1-0 win over Doncaster in the previous round of the competition.

Wrexham, on the other hand, are in a similar position in EFL League One. After playing 25 matches, the club have 51 points to their name and are in a strong position to secure promotion this season. A victory over Crewe Alexandra in the second round helped them reach this stage of the competition.

KickOff:

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 12:30 AM IST

Venue: Vale Park

Form:

Port Vale(in all competitions): W-D-L-L-D

Wrexham(in all competitions): W-L-W-W-D

Players to watch out for:

Ethan Chislett (Port Vale)

The South African forward is the club’s joint-top scorer in the League Two. He mostly operates as an attacking midfielder or a second striker and is equally effective in both roles. He is a good presser of the ball and helps his team in winning balls in advanced positions. His positioning is excellent as well as he is always present at the right place at the right time.

Max Cleworth (Wrexham)

The Welsh is arguably the most consistent player for his side in the ongoing season. Centre-back is a position that requires a lot of experience and maturity. However, despite only being 22, Max is one of the best defenders in the domestic league he plays in. He is also a threat from set pieces as he has scored five goals already.

Max Cleworth's winning goal 🤩🔴⚪️ #WxmAFC pic.twitter.com/WEXPzGj6q1

— Wrexham AFC (@Wrexham_AFC) April 6, 2024

Match Facts:

• The last game between these teams ended in a win for Port Vale on penalties.
• Port Vale won 2-1 against Doncaster in their last game.
• Wrexham won 1-0 against Peterborough Utd in their last game.

Goodnight, Valiants – you were incredible today! 🫡 pic.twitter.com/wwW2f33u4K

— Port Vale FC (@OfficialPVFC) January 4, 2025

Port Vale vs Wrexham: Betting tips and odds

• Tip 1: Wrexham to win – 1.59 by 1XBET
• Tip 2: Both teams to score – No – 1.47 by Dafabet
• Tip 3: Expected Goals – Over 0.75 – 1.88 by Stake

Injury and Team news:

Mitch Clark will be the only absentee for the home side.

Wrexham on the other hand will be without Jack Marriott, Callum Burton, and James Jones due to their respective injuries.

Head to Head:

Total matches: 2

Port Vale won: 1

Wrexham won: 1

Draws: 0

Predicted Lineup:

Port Vale (3-5-2)

Amos(GK); Smith, Heneghan, Hall; Clark, Croasdale, Lowe, Garrity, Headley; Tolaj, Chislett

Wrexham (3-5-2)

Okonkwo(GK); O’Connor, Cleworth, Cleworth; Mendy, Rathbone, James, Cannon, Revan; Mullin, Palmer

Match Prediction:

Wrexham are coming into this game as favourites. They consistently compete on a better level when compared to Port Vale. Therefore, our Match Prediction for this one is,

Prediction: Port Vale 0-1 Wrexham

Telecast details

India: TBD

UK: Sky Sports+

USA: CBS Sports

Nigeria: Sporty TV

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