Port Vale vs Crewe Alexandra: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 29 August

Betiball's prediction for Port Vale vs Crewe Alexandra on 29 August 2023 (kick-off: 14:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Port Vale vs Crewe Alexandra preview before placing your bet.

Port Vale vs Crewe Alexandra: Starting Lineups Time : 29/08/2023 14:45

Port Vale
0 - 0
Finished (Pen 2-0)
Crewe Alexandra
84' event Alfie Devine
80' event Ethan Chislett / Ben Garrity
72' event Alex Iacovitti
65' event James Plant / Jack Shorrock
57' event James Anthony Wilson / Josh Thomas
57' event Gavin Massey / Jason Lowe
57' event Oliver Arblaster / Rhys Walters
54' event Lewis Cass
28' event Ben Garrity
event 90+3' Elliott Nevitt
event 89' Regan Griffiths / Jack Powell
event 78' Jack Powell
event 66' Mickey Demetriou / Zac Williams
event 60' Shilow Tracey / Matus Holicek
event 60' Christopher Long / Conor Thomas
event 29' Zac Williams
event 24' Conor Thomas
84' event Alfie Devine
event 90+3' Elliott Nevitt
80' event Ethan Chislett / Ben Garrity
event 89' Regan Griffiths / Jack Powell
72' event Alex Iacovitti
event 78' Jack Powell
65' event James Plant / Jack Shorrock
event 66' Mickey Demetriou / Zac Williams
57' event James Anthony Wilson / Josh Thomas
event 60' Shilow Tracey / Matus Holicek
57' event Gavin Massey / Jason Lowe
event 60' Christopher Long / Conor Thomas
57' event Oliver Arblaster / Rhys Walters
event 29' Zac Williams
54' event Lewis Cass
event 24' Conor Thomas
28' event Ben Garrity
Port Vale Port Vale
Substitutions
#18 Oliver Arblaster
#10 Ethan Chislett
#7 Mitchell Clarke
#25 Baylee Dipepa
#13 Jayson Leutwiler
#19 Gavin Massey
#14 Funso Ojo
#21 James Plant
#29 James Anthony Wilson
Port Vale Port Vale Crewe Alexandra Crewe Alexandra
16Shots6
5Shots on Goal2
10Fouls15
6Corner Kick2
1Offside2
4Yellow card4
50Aerial27
2Save3
14Interceptions9
11Shots off goal4
26Head Success13
8Blocked2
9Tackle12
3Dribbles2
28Throw-in28
547Passes381
129Attacks86
68Dangerous attacks39
0Corner Kicks(HT)1
Crewe Alexandra Crewe Alexandra
Substitutions
#34 Calum Agius
#28 Lewis Billington
#13 Tom Booth
#5 Mickey Demetriou
#24 Charlie Finney
#18 Regan Griffiths
#7 Christopher Long
#19 Owen Lunt
#10 Shilow Tracey
Commentary
90+3' Elliott Nevitt - Crewe Alexandra receive a yellow card
89' Crewe Alexandra — substitution: Regan Griffiths / Jack Powell
84' Alfie Devine - Port Vale receive a yellow card
80' Port Vale — substitution: Ethan Chislett / Ben Garrity
78' Jack Powell - Crewe Alexandra receive a yellow card
72' Alex Iacovitti - Port Vale receive a yellow card
66' Crewe Alexandra — substitution: Mickey Demetriou / Zac Williams
65' Port Vale — substitution: James Plant / Jack Shorrock
60' Crewe Alexandra — substitution: Shilow Tracey / Matus Holicek
60' Crewe Alexandra — substitution: Christopher Long / Conor Thomas
57' Port Vale — substitution: James Anthony Wilson / Josh Thomas
57' Port Vale — substitution: Gavin Massey / Jason Lowe
57' Port Vale — substitution: Oliver Arblaster / Rhys Walters
54' Lewis Cass - Port Vale receive a yellow card
29' Zac Williams - Crewe Alexandra receive a yellow card
28' Ben Garrity - Port Vale receive a yellow card
24' Conor Thomas - Crewe Alexandra receive a yellow card

How We Build the Port Vale vs Crewe Alexandra Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Port Vale vs Crewe Alexandra on 29 August 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 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.

Port Vale vs Crewe Alexandra Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Port Vale's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Crewe Alexandra'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 Port Vale and Crewe Alexandra 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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