Port Vale vs Doncaster Rovers: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 31 August

Port Vale

W W L D W

2nd place in England League 2

2-3

31/08/2024 07:30

Doncaster Rovers

D D W W W

1st place in England League 2

England League 2

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Port Vale vs Doncaster Rovers on 31 August 2024 (kick-off: 07:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Port Vale vs Doncaster Rovers preview before placing your bet.

Port Vale will face Doncaster Rovers in England League 2 on August 31, 2024 at 07:30.
Port Vale are currently 2nd with 80 points after 46 matches.
Doncaster Rovers sit 1st with 84 points from 46 matches.
Current model prediction leans yellow with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 3.13.

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

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

07:30

2024-08-31

Port Vale vs Doncaster Rovers - Prediction & Odds

Port Vale

Doncaster Rovers

2024-08-31 07:30

STANDINGS UP TO 31/08/2024

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Doncaster Rovers	84	46	24	12	10	73	50	23
02 Port Vale	80	46	22	14	10	65	46	19
03 Bradford City	78	46	22	12	12	64	45	19
04 Walsall	77	46	21	14	11	75	54	21
05 AFC Wimbledon	73	46	20	13	13	56	35	21
06 Notts County	72	46	20	12	14	68	49	19
07 Chesterfield	70	46	19	13	14	73	54	19
08 Salford City	69	46	18	15	13	64	54	10
09 Grimsby Town	68	46	20	8	18	61	67	-6
10 Colchester United	67	46	16	19	11	52	47	5
11 Bromley	66	46	17	15	14	64	59	5
12 Swindon Town	62	46	15	17	14	71	63	8
13 Crewe Alexandra	62	46	15	17	14	49	48	1
14 Fleetwood Town	60	46	15	15	16	60	60	0
15 Cheltenham Town	60	46	16	12	18	60	70	-10
16 Barrow	59	46	15	14	17	52	50	2
17 Gillingham	58	46	14	16	16	41	46	-5
18 Harrogate Town	53	46	14	11	21	43	61	-18
19 Milton Keynes Dons	52	46	14	10	22	52	66	-14
20 Tranmere Rovers	51	46	12	15	19	45	65	-20
21 Accrington Stanley	50	46	12	14	20	53	69	-16
22 Newport County	49	46	13	10	23	52	76	-24
23 Carlisle United	42	46	10	12	24	44	71	-27
24 Morecambe	36	46	10	6	30	40	72	-32

Head To Head

29/07/2023 10:00

Doncaster Rovers

1 - 0

Port Vale

INT CF

08/11/2016 15:45

Doncaster Rovers

0 - 0

Port Vale

ENG JPT

26/01/2016 15:45

Doncaster Rovers

1 - 2

Port Vale

ENG L1

22/08/2015 10:00

Port Vale

3 - 0

Doncaster Rovers

ENG L1

21/02/2015 11:00

Port Vale

3 - 0

Doncaster Rovers

ENG L1

16/08/2014 10:00

Doncaster Rovers

1 - 3

Port Vale

ENG L1

Doncaster Rovers

50%

Draw

17%

Port Vale

33%

Port Vale Last 6 matches

24/08/2024 10:00

Barrow 4 - 0 Port Vale

ENG L2

20/08/2024 14:00

Salford City 0 - 2 Port Vale

ENG JPT

17/08/2024 10:00

Port Vale 0 - 0 Tranmere Rovers

ENG L2

13/08/2024 14:45

Barrow 3 - 2 Port Vale

ENG LC

10/08/2024 10:00

Salford City 0 - 2 Port Vale

ENG L2

03/08/2024 10:00

Port Vale 0 - 3 Bolton Wanderers

INT CF

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Doncaster Rovers

27/08/2024 14:45

Everton 3 - 0 Doncaster Rovers

ENG LC

24/08/2024 10:00

Doncaster Rovers 1 - 0 Morecambe

ENG L2

17/08/2024 10:00

Newport County 3 - 1 Doncaster Rovers

ENG L2

13/08/2024 14:45

Salford City 0 - 2 Doncaster Rovers

ENG LC

10/08/2024 10:00

Doncaster Rovers 4 - 1 Accrington Stanley

ENG L2

03/08/2024 10:00

Rotherham United 0 - 0 Doncaster Rovers

INT CF

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues England League 2

Played games

Port Vale

Doncaster Rovers

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.41

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.00

Scored

Avg. per game

1.59

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.09

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 46 matches

YesNo

35 (76%)11 (24%)

In last 46 matches

NoYes

39 (85%)7 (15%)

Port Vale

Recent matches

Doncaster Rovers

Under /Over

(62%)28 17(38%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(78%)35 10(22%)

Under /Over

(27%)12 33(73%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(24%)11 34(76%)

Under /Over

(51%)23 22(49%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(51%)23 22(49%)

/Yes

(49%)22 23(51%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(58%)26 19(42%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Port Vale

Doncaster Rovers

Shots

Port Vale

Total shots

12.15 avg / game

Blocked

116 total

Avg. 4.00

Doncaster Rovers

Total shots

14.61 avg / game

Blocked

109 total

Avg. 4.04

Port Vale Pass Doncaster Rovers

Total passes

16471

Avg. 358 / game

Accurate

71%

Ball possession

50%

Total passes

16442

Avg. 357 / game

Accurate

71%

Ball possession

52%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Port Vale

Played games

Doncaster Rovers

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.39

Clean sheets

0.28

4.87

224

Corners

278

6.04

25.02

1151

Throw-ins

1229

26.72

1.65

Offsides

108

2.35

2.37

109

GK saves

2.00

Port Vale

DISCIPLINARY

Doncaster Rovers

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.67

1.83

0.09

0.17

11.13

512

Fouls

547

11.89

17.52

806

Tackles

776

16.87

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Port Vale vs Doncaster Rovers Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Port Vale vs Doncaster Rovers on 31 August 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 England League 2 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 Doncaster Rovers 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 Doncaster Rovers'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 League 2 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 League 2 standings and the England League 2 form table to understand exactly where Port Vale and Doncaster Rovers 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 England League 2 predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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