Port Vale moved back into the play-off places after Alex Jones’ goal saw off MK Dons.
The winning goal came through an error from MK Dons’ captain Dean Lewington, who sloppily handled a cross at the far post. Jones’ penalty was saved by David Martin, but the winger prodded home the rebound.
Port Vale forward Alex Jones reiterated the fact of how important it is to bounce back from a defeat in the league when he spoke to the press ahead of their trip to MK Dons on Sunday.
Port Vale manager Rob Page says he is bitterly disappointed about midfielder Chris Lines being sent off against MK Dons.
Referee Gary Sutton gave Lines his marching orders after just 37 minutes after a clash with Dons midfielder Dele Alli.
Port Vale boss Rob Page expects another tough fixture for his side as they travel to in-form MK Dons.
The Valiants lost to the Dons just two weeks ago in a thrilling 4-3 defeat in the FA Cup first round.
Port Vale defender Adam Yates has hit out at those Valiants fans who believe their season is over after being knocked out of the FA Cup by the MK Dons.
Yates started in Port Vale’s 4-3 defeat at the hands of their League One rivals at Vale Park.
Port Vale boss Rob Page said he wants a good run from the Valiants in the FA Cup.
The Burslem side host fellow SkyBet League One side MK Dons at Vale Park on Saturday and the manager said he is hoping to emulate last season’s run to the fourth round.