description Potteries Derby Overview
The Potteries Derby is the football rivalry between Stoke City and Port Vale, the two professional clubs associated with Stoke-on-Trent in Staffordshire, England. The name refers to the Potteries, the historic industrial area around Stoke-on-Trent that developed around ceramics production. Meetings have taken place in league and cup football, connecting two clubs whose grounds and supporter communities lie within the same urban area.
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Which clubs play in the Potteries Derby?
It is contested by Port Vale and Stoke City, the two professional clubs based in Stoke-on-Trent. Port Vale play at Vale Park, while Stoke City play at the bet365 Stadium.
Why is this rivalry called the Potteries Derby?
Stoke-on-Trent is historically known as the Potteries because of its ceramics industry. The name therefore refers to a local football rivalry rooted in the city's industrial identity.
Where are Potteries Derby home matches played?
Port Vale host matches at Vale Park, and Stoke City host them at the bet365 Stadium. Earlier Stoke home fixtures were played at the Victoria Ground before the club moved in 1997.
Can the Potteries Derby be played in a cup competition?
Yes. The rivalry includes both league and cup fixtures, because the defining feature is that the clubs come from the same city rather than the competition format. Head-to-head records include separate league and cup meetings. [Rivals Football](https://rivals.football/rivalries/potteries-derby-port-vale-vs-stoke-city)
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