Reading - Port Vale predictions and free betting tips [20/02/2024]

On the 20th February in League 1, the third-tier English division, Reading will go head-to-head against Port Vale at the "Select Car Leasing" Stadium.

Reading

The team hasn't been part of League 1 for quite a while, and in the last season they were finally relegated from the Championship, finishing 23rd in the league standings. The onset of the season didn't go well for them due to financial troubles, which led to a 4-point deduction, hence they currently hold the 18th spot. In their 29th fixture, they drew against Oxford United (1:1).

Following that, they managed to bag a victory against Stevenage (1:0). In their next match, they triumphed over Charlton Athletic with a score of (2:0). After that, they had a draw against Fleetwood (1:1). However, in their last game, they suffered a heavy defeat against Portsmouth with a score of (1:4).

Port Vale

I would label this squad as an "elevator team". The lads don't linger very long in one championship. They constantly alternate between League 2 and League 1. Last year, they stuck around in the third division, securing the 18th spot. The team's performance this season has been average, ultimately placing them in the 22nd spot with 31 points accumulated.

In their 26th fixture, they suffered a narrow defeat against Portsmouth. After that, the team lost to Fleetwood with a score of (0:3). In the ensuing match, they were defeated by Leyton Orient (0:1). They then managed a draw against Stevenage (2:2). However, in their last outing, the lads lost to Cheltenham with a score of (2:3).

Head-to-Heads

The last face-off between Reading and Port Vale was on the 12th of August in 2023. That encounter ended with a minimal home victory for Vale.

Prediction

In this clash, I would suggest placing a bet on the home team. Reading has been displaying consistent results in recent games, falling only to Portsmouth who are leading the league standings. On the flip side, Port Vale struggles on away games, having lost their last three matches.

Total Prediction

I believe the teams will showcase a high-scoring match, therefore, I suggest betting on a total score of more than 2.5.