History of the Rochdale v Port Vale fixture
Port Vale pack their bags to visit Rochdale at Spotland on Saturday afternoon, having the edge over their hosts in previous meetings. The visitors have won 7 of the 23 previous games, with the hosts winning just 6.
The previous match played between the two at Spotland was more than three years back, in January 2010, when they played out a goalless draw in a League Two match.
Recent encounters between the teams
| Season | Date | Team | Result | Team | Comp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012/2013 | Tue 06 Nov | Port Vale | 2 - 2 | Rochdale | League Two |
| 2010/2011 | Tue 31 Aug | Port Vale | 2 - 1 | Rochdale | (Associate Members) |
| 2009/2010 | Tue 26 Jan | Rochdale | 0-0 | Port Vale | League Two |
| 2009/2010 | Sat 08 Aug | Port Vale | 1 - 1 | Rochdale | League Two |
| 2008/2009 | Sat 11 Apr | Rochdale | 1 - 0 | Port Vale | League Two |
| 2008/2009 | Sun 28 Dec | Port Vale | 2 - 1 | Rochdale | League Two |
| 2001/2002 | Tue 30 Oct | Rochdale | 1 - 2 | Port Vale | (Associate Members) |
For a detailed analysis of the complete head-to-head record between the two sides, click here
Recent respective form guides
Rochdale have been playing quite well at home, winning 3, drawing 2, and losing just 1. A total of 11 goals have been scored by the Dale in those games, with 8 conceded.
Port Vale have an average recent record on the road, with two wins, two draws, and two defeats. A generous 6 goals have been both scored and conceded in this period.
Rochdale see themselves just below half way in the npower League Two, showing a record of 57 points from their 43 games played so far,
Port Vale are currently occupying 2nd spot in their division, gaining 75 points from their 43 games.
Current overall team form
| Team | P | W | D | L | F | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rochdale | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 12 | 7 | 11 |
| Port Vale | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 15 | 8 | 11 |
For a detailed analysis of current team form guides in this or any division, click here
FootyMad's prediction ...
The away form of the Valiants has not been the best, though the Footymad panel sees them pulling off a narrow win on their visit to Rochdale. Away win
Sequence statistics
| Team | Sequences |
|---|---|
| Rochdale | Unbeaten in the last 4 home games. Won their latest 3 matches. Not drawn a match in their last 3 . |
| Port Vale | 6 games since last defeat. |
For a detailed analysis of current team sequences throughout the leagues, click here