Morecambe 1 Port Vale 0: Shrimps climb back out of League One drop zone

By Derek Quinn
Published 21st Feb 2023, 23:19 BST
Updated 22nd Feb 2023, 08:09 BST
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A second-half goal from Adam Mayor gave Morecambe a vital three points and moved them out of the League One relegation places.

The teenager scored the only goal of a tight game six minutes into the second half with a fierce left-footed drive that beat Aidan Stone at his near post.

His goal also ensured the Shrimps returned to winning ways on home soil after their disappointing defeat to Peterborough United at the weekend.

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Morecambe boss Derek Adams made two changes to the side which was beaten last time out.

Morecambe celebrate Adam Mayor's winning goal against Port Vale Picture: Michael WilliamsonMorecambe celebrate Adam Mayor's winning goal against Port Vale Picture: Michael Williamson
Morecambe celebrate Adam Mayor's winning goal against Port Vale Picture: Michael Williamson
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Donald Love and Michael Mellon returned with Ryan Cooney and Arthur Gnahoua dropping to the bench.

Although the game at the Mazuma Stadium started at a swift pace, chances were rare.

Nathan Smith headed a cross well wide for the visitors before Mellon volleyed an effort well over.

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The best chance of the opening half came for Vale’s Matty Taylor, who looped a header over from eight yards out.

The Shrimps ended the half on the front foot, offering a warning sign to the visitors as Mayor fizzed a left-footed shot from the edge of the area just over.