Bolton Wanderers vs Port Vale: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 05 December

Bolton Wanderers

W D W W W

1st place in Group E

2-0

05/12/2023 15:45

Port Vale

D L L W D

2nd place in Group B

England Johnstone

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Bolton Wanderers vs Port Vale on 05 December 2023 (kick-off: 15:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Bolton Wanderers vs Port Vale preview before placing your bet.

Bolton Wanderers are currently 1st with 9 points after 3 matches.
Port Vale sit 2nd with 5 points from 3 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Bolton Wanderers to win with probability 59%.
Head-to-head history favors Bolton Wanderers, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. Port Vale have one win, while one match ended in a draw.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

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Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

15:45

2023-12-05

Bolton Wanderers vs Port Vale - Prediction & Odds

Bolton Wanderers

Port Vale

2023-12-05 15:45

STANDINGS UP TO 05/12/2023

Group B	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Wrexham	9	3	3	0	0	6	1	5
02 Port Vale	5	3	1	1	1	3	3	0
03 Crewe Alexandra	3	3	1	0	2	2	5	-3
04 Newcastle U21	1	3	0	1	2	2	4	-2

Group E	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Bolton Wanderers	9	3	3	0	0	13	1	12
02 Stockport County	4	3	1	1	1	4	4	0
03 Salford City	3	3	1	0	2	5	9	-4
04 Manchester United U21	2	3	0	1	2	5	13	-8

Head To Head

30/09/2023 10:00

Port Vale

0 - 1

Bolton Wanderers

ENG L1

25/02/2023 11:00

Bolton Wanderers

2 - 1

Port Vale

ENG L1

13/08/2022 10:00

Port Vale

0 - 0

Bolton Wanderers

ENG L1

31/08/2021 14:00

Bolton Wanderers

3 - 2

Port Vale

ENG JPT

13/03/2021 11:00

Port Vale

0 - 1

Bolton Wanderers

ENG L2

05/12/2020 11:00

Bolton Wanderers

3 - 6

Port Vale

ENG L2

Bolton Wanderers

67%

Draw

17%

Port Vale

17%

Bolton Wanderers Last 6 matches

02/12/2023 11:00

Bolton Wanderers 5 - 1 Harrogate Town ENG FAC

28/11/2023 15:45

Oxford United 0 - 0 Bolton Wanderers ENG L1

25/11/2023 11:00

Bolton Wanderers 7 - 0 Exeter City ENG L1

14/11/2023 15:30

Stockport County 0 - 2 Bolton Wanderers ENG JPT

11/11/2023 11:00

Bolton Wanderers 1 - 0 Blackpool ENG L1

07/11/2023 15:45

Shrewsbury Town 0 - 2 Bolton Wanderers ENG L1

Win

83%

Draw

17%

Lost

Last 6 matches Port Vale

02/12/2023 11:00

Stevenage Borough 1 - 1 Port Vale ENG FAC

28/11/2023 15:45

Port Vale 0 - 1 Derby County ENG L1

25/11/2023 11:00

Shrewsbury Town 2 - 1 Port Vale ENG L1

14/11/2023 15:45

Burton Albion 0 - 2 Port Vale ENG FAC

11/11/2023 11:00

Lincoln City 1 - 1 Port Vale ENG L1

07/11/2023 15:30

Wrexham 2 - 1 Port Vale ENG JPT

Win

17%

Draw

33%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues England Johnstone

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Bolton Wanderers

Port Vale

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.17

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.17

Scored

Avg. per game

0.00

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.00

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

0 (0%)4 (100%)

Bolton Wanderers

Recent matches

Port Vale

Under /Over

(83%)5 1(17%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(75%)3 1(25%)

Under /Over

(67%)4 2(33%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(0%)0 4(100%)

Under /Over

(17%)1 5(83%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(25%)1 3(75%)

/Yes

(33%)2 4(67%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(50%)2 2(50%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Bolton Wanderers

Port Vale

Shots

Bolton Wanderers

Total shots

13.83 avg / game

Blocked

15 total

Avg. 2.50

Port Vale

Total shots

9.50 avg / game

Blocked

13 total

Avg. 3.25

Bolton Wanderers Pass Port Vale

Total passes

2956

Avg. 493 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

55%

Total passes

1738

Avg. 435 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

48%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Bolton Wanderers

Played games

Port Vale

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.67

Clean sheets

0.25

5.33

Corners

5.50

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

3.17

Offsides

2.00

3.67

GK saves

2.50

Bolton Wanderers

DISCIPLINARY

Port Vale

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.83

1.50

0.00

0.00

9.17

Fouls

10.00

17.00

102

Tackles

17.75

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How We Build the Bolton Wanderers vs Port Vale Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Bolton Wanderers vs Port Vale on 05 December 2023 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this England Johnstone fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Bolton Wanderers vs Port Vale Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Bolton Wanderers's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Port Vale's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

England Johnstone Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live England Johnstone standings and the England Johnstone form table to understand exactly where Bolton Wanderers and Port Vale sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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