CITY & VALE THROUGH TO THIRD ROUND

STOKE City are through to txhe third round of the EFL Cup after thrashing Rotherham United 6-1 at the BET365 Stadium on Tuesday night.

A brace from skipper Laurent and goals from debutant Burger, Mmaee, Campbell and Leris sealed a comfortable victory for the home side with Morrison scoring a consolation for the visitors. Attendance: 9410.

PORT Vale also secured their place in the third round with a 2-0 penalty victory over Crewe Alexandra at Vale Park on Tuesday night after both sides drew 0-0 after ninety minutes.