Probable Lineups
4-3-3
3-5-2
Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison
Goals
Assists
(6.5)
6.7
Average Ratings
6.7
(6.6)
32.5
Average Age
31.6
179.9
Average Height (cm)
182.9
(0.8)
0.9
Shots pg
1
(0.9)
(52%)
57%
Aerial Duel Success
56%
(50%)
(0.4)
0.4
Dribbles pg
0.4
(0.5)
(1.1)
0.9
Tackles pg
0.9
(1)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in League Two.
Missing Players
Port Vale
Cheltenham
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| James Gibbons | Out | 6.64 | |
| Zak Mills | Doubtful | 6.41 |
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sean Long | Out | 6.86 | |
| Elliot Bonds | Doubtful | N/A | |
| Dan Bowry | Doubtful | N/A | |
| Finn Azaz | Doubtful | 6.46 |
Team News
Port Vale
Cheltenham
- Scott Burgess could be one of the more underrated midfielders in League Two; after coming in for Danny Whitehead, the former Bury man locked down the midfield next to Luke Joyce with his presence and assurance, handing extra freedom to the lively Tom Conlon.
- James Gibbons has a hamstring injury while Zak Mills could also be absent, so returning Vale star Mitch Clark could continue to start at right-back, even if he prefers playing on the left.
- Enigmatic magician Harry McKirdy is still to return for Vale.
- George Lloyd missed the Mansfield game with concussion, which was a shame, because the academy graduate has been in great form; Alfie May looked understandably rusty having had limited game-time.
- Midfielders Finn Azaz and Elliot Bonds missed out on the last match-day squad, but Tom Sang returned from injury to start.
- Sean Long has missed the start of the season so Matty Blair could continue to start at right wing-back; the versatile Ellis Chapman has been absent since joining from Lincoln.
