Port Vale scored two penalties in the final minutes to snatch a dramatic 1-1 draw at Chesterfield in the EFL Trophy on Tuesday night. The late fightback keeps their hopes of progressing in the competition alive.
Onel Hernández had given Vale the lead six minutes before half-time, finishing from a George Byers assist. The visitors held that advantage for half an hour before Louie Marsh equalised for the hosts from the penalty spot.
The game then exploded into a remarkable sequence of spot-kicks in stoppage time. George Hall converted for Vale in the 91st minute, only for Chesterfield to immediately reply. Jaheim Headley then stepped up to score another for the visitors in the 93rd minute, securing a share of the points in a chaotic finale.
Darren Moore's side lined up in a 3-5-2 formation with Marek Maroši in goal. They made five changes during the match, including introducing Maleace Asamoah at half-time. The result provides a positive note after a difficult start to the League Two season, where Vale currently sit 23rd with just five points from seven games.
The team now turns its focus back to the league and a key home fixture against Northampton Town this Saturday. Northampton are one place above Vale in 22nd, making it a significant opportunity to climb the table. Check the latest standings to see how the battle at the bottom is shaping up.
Port Vale's dramatic 1-1 draw at Chesterfield in the EFL Trophy was ultimately settled on penalties. The club confirmed Chesterfield won the shootout 4-3 following the 1-1 draw on September 22nd. Vale's recent form in League Two is a concern, with just one win in their last five games. They sit 23rd with five points from seven matches. The focus now turns to a key home league fixture against Northampton Town this Saturday.
