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Lincoln City - Port Vale
England League 1 - Sincil Bank
Prediction 1
Lincoln to Win
3/2 (2.50)
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Prediction 2
Under 2.5 Goals
3/5 (1.60)
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* Betting odds were correct at the time of publication but are subject to change.
Lincoln City are running for a third consecutive league victory for the first time this season when they go up against Port Vale at the LNER Stadium this weekend. This Lincoln vs Port Vale prediction looks at the league encounter between the two clubs on April 15.
Lincoln vs Port Vale – Best Predictions & Free Betting Tips
Lincoln managed a big scalp in the League One after getting a 2-0 victory over Plymouth away from home to create a major shakeup in the league title race. Port Vale are without a victory in six outings following the goalless draw with Oxford United.
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Lincoln to win
Lincoln have not beaten Port Vale since 2018 and the team are also looking to avoid a double against this opponent. However, it is the home team who are big favourites coming into the game after back-to-back wins. Even though Lincoln have not been able to pick up three consecutive league victories on the road this season, Port Vale’s disastrous form over the last few weeks will help them significantly in this regard. The best of Lincoln vs Port Vale prediction would back a win for Lincoln.
Total goals under 2.5
Port Vale have been struggling in the final third of the pitch. Even though Lincoln and Port Vale have almost come up with the same number of league goals (40) so far in the campaign, the visitors have only managed five in the last six games. Port Vale have not scored since getting two against Portsmouth towards the end of March. The top Lincoln vs Port Vale betting tips would back a third clean sheet for Lincoln.
Top H2H Stats, Recent Form, and Odds for Lincoln vs Port Vale Match
Here are the top stats for the game along with a tool to help you pick the best odds.
Head to Head
29/10/22
England League 1 League 1
Port Vale
Lincoln City
1
0
01/01/19
England League 2 England
Lincoln City
Port Vale
1
1
13/10/18
England League 2 England
Port Vale
Lincoln City
2
6
14/08/18
England EFL Cup EFL Cup
Port Vale
Lincoln City
0
4
14/04/18
England League 2 England
Port Vale
Lincoln City
1
0
Last Five - Lincoln City
07/05/23
England League 1 League 1
Shrewsbury
Lincoln City
0
1
W
29/04/23
England League 1 League 1
Morecambe
Lincoln City
3
2
L
25/04/23
England League 1 League 1
Burton Albion
Lincoln City
1
0
L
22/04/23
England League 1 League 1
Wycombe
Lincoln City
0
2
W
18/04/23
England League 1 League 1
Barnsley
Lincoln City
0
0
D
Last Five - Port Vale
07/05/23
England League 1 League 1
Plymouth
Port Vale
3
1
L
02/05/23
Others Others
Stoke City XI
Port Vale
0
0
D
29/04/23
England League 1 League 1
Charlton
Port Vale
3
2
L
22/04/23
England League 1 League 1
Bristol Rovers
Port Vale
0
2
W
18/04/23
England League 1 League 1
Ipswich
Port Vale
2
1
L
These may be some of the best stats regarding the upcoming match between Lincoln and Port Vale. Now, let us take a look at the odds and probabilities for the game.
Lincoln odds: 3/2 (2.50) – 40%
Draw odds: 11/5 (3.20) – 31.3%
Port Vale odds: 19/10 (2.90) – 34.5%
The Lincoln vs Port Vale odds are very much in favour of a Lincoln victory but not by a short price. In fact, this is a very attractive market considering that Lincoln are on a roll back-to-back wins. One can back this market at 3/2 (2.50) – 40%. Port Vale have not scored in three consecutive games including a match against Accrington. One can opt for under 2.5 goals in this game at 3/5 (1.60) – 62.5%.
Lincoln vs Port Vale: Team News, Line-Ups, & Form Analysis
Lincoln:
Lincoln have moved up to the mid-table positions following the recent victories. Manager Mark Kennedy, though, is seeking his first victory against Port Vale. The Lincoln vs Port Vale lineups are unlikely to feature too many changes considering the home team’s winning run and the lack of injury problems. Timothy Eyoma is the only player doubtful for the game.
Predicted Line-Up:
Carl Rushworth, Regan Poole, Adam Jackson, Paudie O'Connor, Lasse Soerensen, Ethan Erhahon, Matthew Virtue, Harry Boyes, Olamide Shodipo, Ben House, Daniel Mandroiu
Port Vale:
Port Vale do have an eight-point buffer over the relegation zone, but the lack of wins is contributing to the club’s poor form over the last few weeks. Port Vale will be without Funso Ojo and Dennis Politic because of suspension.
Predicted Line-Up:
Aidan Stone, William Forrester, Nathan Smith, Aaron Donnelly, David Worrall, Tom Pett, Tom Conlon, Malvind Benning, Gavin Massey, Ellis Harrison, James Wilson
Player to Watch: Ben House
Ben House has been a key figure for Lincoln City over the last couple of games. The striker is into double figures for the campaign after scoring in back-to-back games. The goal against Plymouth during the weekend has helped House take his league tally to 11 for the campaign. He has been able to hit three goals in his last two appearances for the team.
Starting Line-Ups:
Starting lineups are usually released 60 minutes before kick-off.
EFL English League One Complete Table
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | +/- | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Plymouth | 46 | 31 | 8 | 7 | 35 | 101 |
| 2 |  Ipswich | 46 | 28 | 14 | 4 | 66 | 98 |
| 3 |  Sheff Wed | 46 | 28 | 12 | 6 | 44 | 96 |
| 4 |  Barnsley | 46 | 26 | 8 | 12 | 33 | 86 |
| 5 |  Bolton | 46 | 23 | 12 | 11 | 26 | 81 |
| 6 |  Peterborough | 46 | 24 | 5 | 17 | 21 | 77 |
| 7 |  Derby | 46 | 21 | 13 | 12 | 21 | 76 |
| 8 |  Portsmouth | 46 | 17 | 19 | 10 | 11 | 70 |
| 9 |  Wycombe | 46 | 20 | 9 | 17 | 8 | 69 |
| 10 |  Charlton | 46 | 16 | 14 | 16 | 4 | 62 |
| 11 | Lincoln City | 46 | 14 | 20 | 12 | 0 | 62 |
| 12 |  Shrewsbury | 46 | 17 | 8 | 21 | -9 | 59 |
| 13 |  Fleetwood Town | 46 | 14 | 16 | 16 | 2 | 58 |
| 14 |  Exeter | 46 | 15 | 11 | 20 | -4 | 56 |
| 15 |  Burton Albion | 46 | 15 | 11 | 20 | -22 | 56 |
| 16 |  Cheltenham | 46 | 14 | 12 | 20 | -16 | 54 |
| 17 |  Bristol Rovers | 46 | 14 | 11 | 21 | -15 | 53 |
| 18 | Port Vale | 46 | 13 | 10 | 23 | -23 | 49 |
| 19 |  Oxford Utd | 46 | 11 | 14 | 21 | -7 | 47 |
| 20 |  Cambridge Utd | 46 | 13 | 7 | 26 | -27 | 46 |
| 21 |  Milton Keynes Dons | 46 | 11 | 12 | 23 | -22 | 45 |
| 22 |  Morecambe | 46 | 10 | 14 | 22 | -31 | 44 |
| 23 |  Accrington Stanley | 46 | 11 | 11 | 24 | -37 | 44 |
| 24 |  Forest Green | 46 | 6 | 9 | 31 | -58 | 27 |
Questions about Lincoln vs Port Vale
Where is the match scheduled? LNER Stadium
When does this match start? 15th April 2023 at 15:00 GMT
Which team is the favourite to win? Lincoln
