Swindon Town prepare to host Port Vale in League Two this week, with the Robins seeking to improve their 14th-place standing after a 3-0 defeat to Oldham Athletic last time out. The club has four points from its opening league fixtures, having scored just two goals so far this campaign, according to data compiled by the BBC.
What is Swindon Town's recent form?
Swindon Town's season has been a mix of results across different competitions. Their League Two campaign began with a –1 victory over Cheltenham Town, followed by a goalless draw with Northampton Town. However, a heavy 3-0 loss away at Oldham Athletic on 29 August checked their progress. In the League Cup, Swindon were narrowly beaten 3-2 by Championship side Cardiff City. They also recorded a convincing 4-1 friendly win over local rivals Forest Green Rovers. The team's recent form over their last three competitive matches stands at one win and two losses.
What is the head-to-head history with Port Vale?
Recent meetings between Swindon Town and Port Vale have been high-scoring affairs. The last five league clashes have all produced three or more goals, with 19 scored in total for an average of 3.8 per game. Their most recent encounter ended in a thrilling 3-3 draw at Vale Park on 8 February 2025. Before that, Port Vale won 2-1 in September 2024 and 1-0 in May 2022. Vale's record at the County Ground is poor, however, with just one win in their last 11 league visits. That solitary victory was a 2-1 triumph in September 2021.
What is the context of Swindon's season?
Swindon Town finished the 2025 League Two season in 9th place, amassing 75 points from 22 wins, nine draws and 15 losses. They ended that campaign with a goal difference of +11, having scored 70 times and conceded 59. The team now finds itself 12 points behind early leaders Bromley in the current table. A positive result against Port Vale would see Swindon win their opening two home league games of a season for the first time since the 2020-21 campaign in League One. You can follow the evolving standings as the season progresses.
What are Port Vale's away struggles?
Port Vale travel to Wiltshire in poor form on the road. They have lost 13 of their last 18 away league matches, including a 2-0 defeat at Oldham Athletic in their first away game of this season. This record presents a clear opportunity for Swindon Town to capitalise on home advantage and secure a valuable three points.
Swindon Town's next fixture after the Port Vale match is an away trip to face York on 12 September. The club will be looking to use this home game as a springboard to climb the table. Fans can view the full schedule on the club's fixtures page.
