Match Overview
Port Vale and Morecambe face off in a pivotal League 2 match that holds significant implications for both teams. Port Vale, currently in a stronger position, will look to leverage their home advantage at Vale Park, while Morecambe aims to upset the odds and secure valuable points.
Odds Analysis
The average odds for this match suggest a strong likelihood of a Port Vale victory, with odds of 1.61 translating to a 62.1% probability. A draw is priced at 3.9, indicating a 25.6% chance, while Morecambe's odds of 5.2 reflect a 19.2% probability of an away win. Based on these odds, Port Vale is the clear favorite, but Morecambe's potential to surprise should not be underestimated.
Team Analysis
Port Vale
- Current Form: Port Vale has shown consistent form this season, with an average of 1.31 goals per match and a solid defensive record, conceding just 1.03 goals on average.
- Strengths: Strong in duels (113.44 successful duels per match) and effective in dribbles (14.64 successful dribbles per match).
- Weaknesses: Vulnerable to dangerous own half losses (4.75 per match).
- Head-to-Head: Historically, Port Vale has had the upper hand in encounters with Morecambe.
Morecambe
- Current Form: Morecambe has struggled offensively, averaging only 0.89 goals per match, while conceding 1.51 goals on average.
- Strengths: Effective in duels (114.76 successful duels per match) and solid in clearances (8.43 per match).
- Weaknesses: Lower possession rate (44.81%) and fewer successful passes (208.92 per match).
- Head-to-Head: Morecambe will need to overcome past challenges against Port Vale to secure a positive result.
Key Players Spotlight
- Port Vale: Lorent Tolaj and Jayden Stockley, both with 8 goals this season, are crucial to Port Vale's attacking prowess.
- Morecambe: Ben Tollitt, with 6 goals, is Morecambe's main threat upfront.
- Matchup: The battle between Port Vale's solid defense and Morecambe's attacking efforts will be key.
Statistical Deep Dive
- Offensive Metrics: Port Vale averages 10.81 shots per match, with 3.64 on target, compared to Morecambe's 9.16 shots and 2.97 on target.
- Defensive Metrics: Port Vale's defense is more robust, with fewer goals conceded and a higher interception rate (45.5 per match).
- Possession and Passing: Port Vale's higher possession (49.31%) and successful passes (284.44 per match) give them a statistical edge.
Prediction and Conclusion
Port Vale's superior form and home advantage make them favorites to win this encounter. Key factors such as their defensive solidity and attacking threats in Tolaj and Stockley could prove decisive. Morecambe will need to improve their offensive output and capitalize on any defensive lapses from Port Vale to stand a chance.
Final Score Prediction: Port Vale 2-0 Morecambe Half Time Score Prediction: Port Vale 1-0 Morecambe Both Teams to Score Probability: 52.78% Over 2.5 Goals Probability: 44.44%