Stags were 2-0 down inside 25 minutes before Oli Hawkins was red carded. Mal Benning wrapped it up for Vale late on to add further salt to the wounds.
Match photographer Richard Parkes captured the emotions on show as Stags’ was ended.
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1. Heartbroken
Stags players are heartbroken at the final whistle. Photo: Richard Parkes
2. The dream is over
Fans look on at the final whistle. Photo: Richard Parkes
3. The dream is over
A fan looks on as Stags fall to Port Vale. Photo: Richard Parkes
4. Disappointed
John-Joe O Toole at the final whistle. Photo: Richard Parkes
