What is the best bet for Port Vale vs Exeter?

Based on AI analysis, the best bet is 'X2' at odds of 1.53.

What are the latest odds for Port Vale vs Exeter?

The latest odds are: Home Win - 2.55, Draw - 3.2, Away Win - 2.95.

What is the predicted total goals (Under/Over) for Port Vale vs Exeter?

Our AI predicts the best bet for total goals in this match is 'under 3.5' goals. The available odds for this selection are 1.26.

What is the best 1X2 betting tip for Port Vale vs Exeter?

Our AI-powered prediction suggests that the best 1X2 bet for this match is '2'. The available odds for this selection are 2.95.

What is the predicted final score for Port Vale vs Exeter?

Our AI predicts a final score of 1:2.

What is the predicted halftime score for Port Vale vs Exeter?

Our AI predicts the halftime score will be 0:0.

What is the expected ball possession for Port Vale vs Exeter?

Our AI predicts Port Vale will have 49% possession, while Exeter will have 51% possession.

How many shots are expected in Port Vale vs Exeter?

The total number of shots is expected to be 23, with Port Vale taking 11 shots and Exeter taking 12 shots.

How many corners are predicted in Port Vale vs Exeter?

The match is expected to have a total of 10 corners, with Port Vale earning 5 corners and Exeter earning 5 corners.

What is the predicted number of yellow cards for Port Vale vs Exeter?

According to our AI prediction, this match is expected to have a total of 4 yellow cards. Port Vale is projected to receive 2 yellow cards, while Exeter is expected to receive 2 yellow cards.

What is the squad value of Port Vale before the match against Exeter?

The current estimated market value of Port Vale is €9.32m. This reflects the financial strength of their squad before facing Exeter.

What is the squad value of Exeter before the match against Port Vale?

The current estimated market value of Exeter is €7.55m. This represents their squad’s financial standing before playing against Port Vale.

How many goals are expected in the first half of Port Vale vs Exeter?

Our AI predicts that the first half of Port Vale vs Exeter will have a total of 0 goals, based on the predicted halftime score of 0:0.

How many total goals are expected in Port Vale vs Exeter?

According to our AI prediction, the match between Port Vale and Exeter is expected to have a total of 3 goals, based on the predicted full-time score of 1:2.

Port Vale vs Exeter Prediction

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England

League One

Port Vale

€9.32m

24 Jan10:00

1 : 3

Exeter

€7.55m

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Port Vale vs Exeter Prediction League One

Port Vale vs Exeter Prediction: Smart Betting Tips & Match Insights

Welcome to our Port Vale vs Exeter prediction for the League One match on January 24, 2026, at Vale Park. If you’re searching for sharp betting tips and a clear view of what to expect, you’re in the right place. Let’s break down the key stats, tactics, and betting angles to help you make the most informed decisions for this intriguing League One encounter.

Team News, Tactics & Recent Form: Setting the Scene

Both Port Vale and Exeter City come into this match with plenty to prove. Port Vale, currently sitting 24th in League One with 18 points, have had a turbulent campaign. Their recent form is a mixed bag: a draw, two wins, another draw, a win, and a loss across all competitions. In League One specifically, they’ve managed just one win in their last six, with two draws and three losses. Their latest league outing was a goalless draw against Mansfield, showing defensive grit but a lack of attacking spark.

Exeter City, meanwhile, are in a more comfortable 13th place with 33 points. They’ve been consistent, with four draws and two wins in their last six matches in all competitions. Their last league game was also a 0-0 draw, this time against Stevenage. The Grecians are proving hard to beat, but sometimes struggle to turn draws into wins.

Head to head stats show a near-even rivalry: Port Vale have 9 wins, Exeter 10, and 3 draws in 22 meetings. Interestingly, none of the last seven encounters ended level, and Port Vale have won three of the last five League One meetings.
Port Vale’s home form is a concern, with six losses in 11 matches at Vale Park this season.
Exeter City have a slightly better scoring record, averaging 1.33 goals per game to Vale’s 1.30, and are statistically +33% better in attack and +41% better in defense compared to Vale.

Key Players & Team Updates

Port Vale are missing wingback Kyle Johns for the season, while Jaheim Headley is nearing fitness. Mo Faal remains sidelined with a hamstring problem. Ben Waine leads their scoring charts, and Devante Cole is their most accurate shooter.
Exeter City report no major injuries. Jayden Wareham is their main goal threat, with Ilmari Niskanen and Reece Cole providing creativity and shots on target.

Both teams are expected to share possession almost equally (49% for Vale, 51% for Exeter), with a predicted 11 shots for the hosts and 12 for the visitors. Expect a competitive midfield battle, with both sides likely to create but also waste chances.

Betting Tips, Odds & AI-Driven Predictions

Now, let’s get to the heart of our Port Vale vs Exeter prediction with a focus on betting value. The odds currently stand at 2.55 for a home win, 3.2 for a draw, and 2.95 for an Exeter victory. Our AI model leans towards Exeter City, giving the away win (2) a trust level of 4.6 and odds of 2.95—suggesting there’s value in backing the visitors, especially considering Vale’s poor home record.

Best Tip: X2 (Exeter win or draw) at 1.53, trust level 5.7/10. Exeter’s consistency and recent head to head edge make this a strong option for cautious punters.
1x2 Prediction: Away win (Exeter) at 2.95, trust level 4.6. If you’re feeling bolder, the away win offers excellent value given the form and stats.
Goals Market: Under 3.5 goals at 1.26, trust score 4.7. Both teams have struggled to score freely, and their last matches ended 0-0, so a low-scoring affair is likely.

Our AI’s final score prediction is 1:2 in Exeter’s favor, with a goalless first half. Expect a cagey opening before Exeter’s attacking quality makes the difference after the break. Both teams are projected to earn two yellow cards each, with 10 corners split evenly.

Conclusion: Our Port Vale vs Exeter Prediction

To sum up, our Port Vale vs Exeter prediction is that Exeter City have the edge, both in recent form and statistical strength. The X2 market is a safe play, while the away win offers higher risk but greater reward. With both teams evenly matched in possession and chances, expect a tight contest, but Exeter’s extra quality and consistency should see them take the points.

Back Exeter City double chance (X2) for safety.
Consider the away win (2) for bigger odds.
Under 3.5 goals is a sensible add for accas.

For more League One betting tips and head to head analysis, keep checking NerdyTips. Good luck with your bets!

Port Vale vs Exeter Prediction: Smart Betting Tips & Match Insights

Team News, Tactics & Recent Form: Setting the Scene

Head to head stats show a near-even rivalry: Port Vale have 9 wins, Exeter 10, and 3 draws in 22 meetings. Interestingly, none of the last seven encounters ended level, and Port Vale have won three of the last five League One meetings.
Port Vale’s home form is a concern, with six losses in 11 matches at Vale Park this season.
Exeter City have a slightly better scoring record, averaging 1.33 goals per game to Vale’s 1.30, and are statistically +33% better in attack and +41% better in defense compared to Vale.

Key Players & Team Updates

Port Vale are missing wingback Kyle Johns for the season, while Jaheim Headley is nearing fitness. Mo Faal remains sidelined with a hamstring problem. Ben Waine leads their scoring charts, and Devante Cole is their most accurate shooter.
Exeter City report no major injuries. Jayden Wareham is their main goal threat, with Ilmari Niskanen and Reece Cole providing creativity and shots on target.

Betting Tips, Odds & AI-Driven Predictions

Best Tip: X2 (Exeter win or draw) at 1.53, trust level 5.7/10. Exeter’s consistency and recent head to head edge make this a strong option for cautious punters.
1x2 Prediction: Away win (Exeter) at 2.95, trust level 4.6. If you’re feeling bolder, the away win offers excellent value given the form and stats.
Goals Market: Under 3.5 goals at 1.26, trust score 4.7. Both teams have struggled to score freely, and their last matches ended 0-0, so a low-scoring affair is likely.

Conclusion: Our Port Vale vs Exeter Prediction

Back Exeter City double chance (X2) for safety.
Consider the away win (2) for bigger odds.
Under 3.5 goals is a sensible add for accas.

For more League One betting tips and head to head analysis, keep checking NerdyTips. Good luck with your bets!

AI Predictions

Best Tip

The best betting football prediction for Port Vale vs Exeter

X2 -189

Exeter to win or draw with odds of -189

5/10

1x2 Tip

2 195

Exeter is expected to win with odds of 195

4/10

Total Goals

Under 3.5 -385

No more than 3 goals will be scored in the match

4/10

Both Teams To Score

Yes -114

Both teams are expected to score

1/10

Bet Builder Tip

X2&U4.5 -143

Away win/draw and under 4.5 goals

4/10

Both Teams To Score

Half-Time Score

0:0

Correct Score

1:2

Stats Predictions

1.57

1.05

49%

Ball Possession

51%

Total Shots

Shots on Goal

Shots Off Goal

Corners

Yellow Cards

Average / Match

1.36

Expected Goals

0.94

2.8

Total Goals

3.2

1.5

Goals Scored

1.7

1.3

Goals Against

1.5

46%

Possession

49%

11.3

Total Shots

10.9

3.2

Shots on Goal

4.9

Shots off Goal

2.6

9.8

Fouls

10.2

4.7

Corners

4.8

2.5

Offsides

1.4

2.5

Yellow Cards

2.25

347

Total Passes

400

Overview Last 10 Matches

Wins

Over 1.5 Goals

Over 2.5 Goals

Over 3.5 Goals

Both Teams Scored

Unexpected Wins

Unexpected Loses

Head to Head

9 - 2 - 8

Exeter	^13-Sep-25 0:2	Port Vale
Port Vale	^13-Apr-24 2:4	Exeter
Exeter	^09-Dec-23 0:1	Port Vale
Port Vale	^18-Feb-23 1:0	Exeter
Port Vale	^05-Nov-22 2:3	Exeter
Exeter	^06-Aug-22 4:0	Port Vale
Exeter	^07-May-22 0:1	Port Vale
Port Vale	^22-Mar-22 0:0	Exeter
Port Vale	^02-Apr-21 1:0	Exeter
Exeter	^19-Sep-20 0:2	Port Vale

Recent Matches of Port Vale

03 Feb		Port Vale.	-	AFC Wimbledo.
31 Jan		Leyton Orien.	-	Port Vale.
24 Jan	L	Port Vale.	1:3	Exeter.
17 Jan	L	Mansfield.	3:0	Port Vale.
13 Jan	W	Bolton.	0:1	Port Vale.
09 Jan	W	Port Vale.	1:0	Fleetwood.
01 Jan	W	Port Vale.	5:1	Blackpool.
29 Dec	L	Bradford Cit.	1:0	Port Vale.
26 Dec	L	Huddersfield.	5:0	Port Vale.
20 Dec	L	Port Vale.	0:1	Peterborough.

Recent Matches of Exeter

31 Jan		Exeter.	-	Rotherham.
24 Jan	W	Port Vale.	1:3	Exeter.
17 Jan	W	Exeter.	3:0	Stevenage.
10 Jan	L	Man. City.	10:1	Exeter.
04 Jan	D	Huddersfield.	2:2	Exeter.
01 Jan	W	Exeter.	1:0	Luton.
29 Dec	W	AFC Wimbledo.	0:1	Exeter.
26 Dec	L	Cardiff.	1:0	Exeter.
20 Dec	W	Exeter.	3:0	Barnsley.
13 Dec	L	Bolton.	2:1	Exeter.

England - League One

	Team	Matches	Goals	Points
1	Cardiff	27	46-27	56
2	Lincoln	27	44-29	52
3	Bolton	28	35-26	46
4	Bradford	26	35-28	46
5	Stockport	27	38-33	46
6	Huddersfield	28	47-38	42
7	Luton	27	37-33	39
8	Stevenage	26	28-24	39
9	Peterborough	27	35-35	38
10	Exeter City	26	31-24	36
11	Mansfield Town	25	35-29	36
12	Wycombe	27	34-31	36
13	Reading	26	35-33	36
14	Plymouth	27	34-39	36
15	Barnsley	23	37-36	33
16	Leyton Orient	27	40-45	32
17	Blackpool	27	34-39	32
18	AFC Wimbledon	26	28-35	32
19	Wigan	26	29-31	31
20	Burton Albion	26	27-37	30
21	Northampton	26	23-32	29
22	Doncaster	26	28-44	27
23	Rotherham	26	25-39	25
24	Port Vale	25	19-37	18

Port Vale vs Exeter Prediction

Port Vale vs Exeter Prediction: Smart Betting Tips & Match Insights

Team News, Tactics & Recent Form: Setting the Scene

Key Players & Team Updates

Betting Tips, Odds & AI-Driven Predictions

Conclusion: Our Port Vale vs Exeter Prediction

Port Vale vs Exeter Prediction: Smart Betting Tips & Match Insights

Team News, Tactics & Recent Form: Setting the Scene

Key Players & Team Updates

Betting Tips, Odds & AI-Driven Predictions

Conclusion: Our Port Vale vs Exeter Prediction

Best Tip

1x2 Tip

Total Goals

Both Teams To Score

Bet Builder Tip

Half-Time Score

Correct Score

Stats Predictions

Average / Match

Overview Last 10 Matches

Head to Head

Latest Matches

Recent Matches of Port Vale

Recent Matches of Exeter

England - League One

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