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Stoke City: Cold Nights Not So Tough for Visitors

12/27/2025

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The article challenges the myth that cold nights at Stoke City Football Club are difficult for visitors.
Historical data show away teams average 0.9 points per game at Stoke City Football Club, ranking it ninth in winter midweek Premier League matches.
Under Tony Pulis, Stoke posted a 50% win rate in these games, while under Mark Hughes the rate fell to 20%, suggesting Stoke is less formidable and more possession-oriented.

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The article challenges the myth that cold nights at Stoke City Football Club are difficult for visitors.
Historical data show away teams average 0.9 points per game at Stoke City Football Club, ranking it ninth in winter midweek Premier League matches.
Under Tony Pulis, Stoke posted a 50% win rate in these games, while under Mark Hughes the rate fell to 20%, suggesting Stoke is less formidable and more possession-oriented.