Port Vale - Manchester City U21
Match preview
Port Vale take on Manchester City U21 in EFL Trophy at Vale Park on 27 October 2026.
The most recent match for Port Vale was a 1-0 win over Exeter City, after a 0-1 defeat against Salford City before that.
The most recent match for Manchester City U21 was a 4-1 win over Mansfield Town, after a 2-4 defeat against Rotherham before that.
Our algorithm predicts Port Vale to win, with a probability of 39%. The full split: Port Vale 39%, draw 25%, Manchester City U21 35%.
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Manchester City U21
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Possible line-up
This possible line-up is based on both teams' past line-ups, especially the most recent one. The actual line-up may differ and will be shown here as soon as it is announced.
Port Vale — Formation: 3-4-2-1
Manchester City U21 
Port Vale — Formation: 3-4-2-1
Manchester City U21