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Blackpool hosted Port Vale at Bloomfield Road in an English Carabao Cup first-round match on 2025-08-12. Port Vale emerged victorious with a 1-0 scoreline, defying the AI's pre-game prediction of a Blackpool win. The only goal was scored by Mo Faal in the 75th minute.
Blackpool dominated possession with 57.6% but failed to convert it into goals. They registered 11 total shots, only 2 of which were on target. Port Vale, with 42.4% possession, had 10 shots, with 3 hitting the target. Blackpool committed 7 fouls and received 2 yellow cards, while Port Vale committed 9 fouls and received 1 yellow card. Both goalkeepers made 2 saves each.
The AI model, which predicted a 50.1% chance of Blackpool winning and only a 25.1% chance for Port Vale, clearly misjudged the game. The AI did not expect a balanced game. Considering their recent form, with Blackpool losing their last two League One matches and Port Vale drawing and losing one of theirs, Port Vale's victory might indicate an improving form.
Blackpool's next game is at home against Huddersfield Town in League One, where they have a slightly higher rate than their opponents. Blackpool has struggled recently, losing 4 of their last 5 games including this one. Huddersfield Town, on the other hand, won both of their last league matches. Their last head-to-head game at Bloomfield Road ended in a 2-2 draw.
Port Vale will travel to face Burton Albion in League One. Burton Albion have had mixed results recently. Port Vale's win against Blackpool might give them momentum for their upcoming fixture. In the last head-to-head games, Port Vale have won against Burton at their stadium.
Looking at past encounters between Blackpool and Port Vale, this match continues a trend of close games, with Port Vale often proving a difficult opponent for Blackpool, particularly in cup competitions, as evidenced by their 2016 League One victory at Bloomfield Road and their recent win.

On 2025-08-12, Blackpool faces Port Vale in the English Carabao Cup at Bloomfield Road. AI predicts a Blackpool win, with a 50.1% probability, despite their recent League One struggles. Port Vale's chances stand at 25.1%, with a 24.8% chance of a draw. Blackpool's key player, midfielder James Abrahams, will be vital to securing the victory. The AI prediction considers Blackpool's slightly stronger team rating (0.56) compared to Port Vale (0.398). However, Blackpool's recent form has been inconsistent, with a few losses. Will Abrahams lead Blackpool to victory, or will Port Vale defy the odds?