Derby County vs Port Vale: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 02 March

Betiball's prediction for Derby County vs Port Vale on 02 March 2024 (kick-off: 11:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Derby County vs Port Vale preview before placing your bet.

Derby County vs Port Vale: Starting Lineups Time : 02/03/2024 11:00

Derby County
3 - 0
Finished
Port Vale
80' event Conor Hourihane / Adams Ebrima
80' event Korey Smith / Tom Barkhuizen
75' event Corey Josiah Paul Blackett-Taylor / Nathaniel Mendez Laing
68' event Martyn Waghorn / Dwight Gayle
58' event Louie Sibley
44' event Dwight Gayle
5' event Louie Sibley
event 90+3' Gavin Massey
event 90+1' Alex Mighten / James Plant
event 80' Nathan Smith / Alex Iacovitti
event 62' Mitchell Clarke / Jack Shorrock
event 46' Baylee Dipepa / Ethan Chislett
event 40' Funso Ojo
80' event Conor Hourihane / Adams Ebrima
event 90+3' Gavin Massey
80' event Korey Smith / Tom Barkhuizen
event 90+1' Alex Mighten / James Plant
75' event Corey Josiah Paul Blackett-Taylor / Nathaniel Mendez Laing
event 80' Nathan Smith / Alex Iacovitti
68' event Martyn Waghorn / Dwight Gayle
event 62' Mitchell Clarke / Jack Shorrock
58' event Louie Sibley
event 46' Baylee Dipepa / Ethan Chislett
44' event Dwight Gayle
event 40' Funso Ojo
5' event Louie Sibley
Derby County Derby County
Substitutions
#4 Conor Hourihane
#27 Corey Josiah Paul Blackett-Taylor
#10 Martyn Waghorn
#12 Korey Smith
#2 Kane Wilson
#16 Liam Thompson
#13 Scott Loach
Derby County Derby County Port Vale Port Vale
20Shots3
6Shots on Goal0
14Fouls9
7Corner Kick4
9Free kick12
2Offside0
0Yellow card2
41Aerial57
0Save3
6Successful Tackles4
2Interceptions4
3Assist0
11Shots off goal3
24Head Success25
3Blocked0
6Tackle4
1Dribbles2
35Throw-in26
430Passes322
79Attacks96
48Dangerous attacks39
5Corner Kicks(HT)3
Port Vale Port Vale
Substitutions
#25 Baylee Dipepa
#11 Alex Mighten
#6 Nathan Smith
#7 Mitchell Clarke
#13 Jayson Leutwiler
#24 Rhys Walters
#16 Jason Lowe
Commentary
90+3' Gavin Massey - Port Vale receive a yellow card
90+1' Port Vale — substitution: Alex Mighten / James Plant
80' Derby County — substitution: Conor Hourihane / Adams Ebrima
80' Derby County — substitution: Korey Smith / Tom Barkhuizen
80' Port Vale — substitution: Nathan Smith / Alex Iacovitti
75' Derby County — substitution: Corey Josiah Paul Blackett-Taylor / Nathaniel Mendez Laing
68' Derby County — substitution: Martyn Waghorn / Dwight Gayle
62' Port Vale — substitution: Mitchell Clarke / Jack Shorrock
58' Goal! Louie Sibley - Derby County
46' Port Vale — substitution: Baylee Dipepa / Ethan Chislett
44' Goal! Dwight Gayle - Derby County
40' Funso Ojo - Port Vale receive a yellow card
5' Goal! Louie Sibley - Derby County

How We Build the Derby County vs Port Vale Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Derby County vs Port Vale on 02 March 2024 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 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.

Derby County vs Port Vale Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Derby County'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.

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 standings and the form table to understand exactly where Derby County and Port Vale sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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