Bristol Rovers have suffered late disappointment more than once in the past few weeks, most recently in last Friday's 1-1 draw at Bolton Wanderers, but that should not detract from the fact that the Gas are much improved and in good form.
Joey Barton's side have lost just once in their past 10 league games and confidence is high among his players, as well as a hunger to make their points tally better reflect their recent performances, with 15th place perhaps not an entirely accurate snapshot of the team they have been in recent weeks.
Ninth-placed Port Vale, managed by Darrell Clarke, are the visitors to the Mem on Saturday and both teams are enjoying a decent start to life in League One after being promoted last season.
