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Title: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Comrade Blitz on January 11, 2018, 05:39:01 PM
First of 10 big match run....UTV!
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Comrade Blitz on January 11, 2018, 05:39:34 PM
1-2

#DoItForDrTony
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Legion on January 11, 2018, 05:54:13 PM
0-2
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Jon Crofts on January 11, 2018, 06:57:32 PM
Fuck the fuckers 1-2
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: MONCABA on January 11, 2018, 07:21:21 PM
I had a dream last night.  Away win.  2-1 to the Villa  with Grealish scoring the winner.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: eamonn on January 11, 2018, 07:42:26 PM
Oh dear, outgunned like the Gooners. 3-1 Forest.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: sickbeggar on January 11, 2018, 07:48:23 PM
Got this down as our loss this month. be happy with a draw if we win the remaining games
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: JUAN PABLO on January 11, 2018, 09:24:38 PM
1-1

Francis  59 min      Little 22 min
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Louzie0 on January 11, 2018, 09:30:48 PM
May I be the first to say, brilliant poll.




Edit: And I’d like a brilliant 10 match run as well, please.  And beyond.




Soddit, can we just go back up.

Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: paul richard on January 11, 2018, 09:31:40 PM
Awkward fixture. They played well at Leeds recently (well worth their point) and are on a high after the Cup victory. If we hit the ground running like we finished v Bristol we have enough to win this. Start slowly, let Forest get the upper hand, and we'll struggle. Under the circumstances a draw wouldn't be a disaster here, but we really need to win this, so....2-1 Villa.  Grealish and Snodgrass on target.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Ads on January 11, 2018, 09:54:27 PM
They also got bummed by Wednesday and Sunderland.

If we want to finish second, we ought to be winning here.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: dave.woodhall on January 11, 2018, 09:59:48 PM
They also got bummed by Wednesday and Sunderland.



Classy.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Des Little on January 11, 2018, 10:02:58 PM
Them 0 Us 2

Fuck the Fuckin’ Forest
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: auntiesledd on January 11, 2018, 11:23:34 PM
The answer to our rested players (due to promotion ambitions) v momentum (via a thumping cup win) are about to be answered.

0-0 
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: TheMalandro on January 12, 2018, 12:21:20 AM
I'm siting with my brother in law,  so I'll have to keep my mouth shut. shrubs nil Vila four
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: dave.woodhall on January 12, 2018, 12:31:51 AM
The answer to our rested players (due to promotion ambitions) v momentum (via a thumping cup win) are about to be answered.

0-0 

That word 'momentum' has been bandied around a lot this week. The last time it got a mention was after we got knocked out of the League Cup. After that we won our next three league games and got 25 points from eleven. I make that our best run for nigh on a decade. 
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Axl Rose on January 12, 2018, 02:11:13 AM
2-1 to them
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 12, 2018, 08:13:36 AM
Given that the train station is on fire, I'm assuming there will be replacement bus service for this one. What's the nearest station, Derby?
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Clampy on January 12, 2018, 08:42:19 AM
Given that the train station is on fire, I'm assuming there will be replacement bus service for this one. What's the nearest station, Derby?

Some trains stop at Beeston which is the station before Nottingham. Doesn't look good though. Hopefully no-one got caught up in it.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Ads on January 12, 2018, 09:00:00 AM
I'd go with the following;

Johnstone

Hutton
Terry
Chester
Elmo

Jedinak

Adomah
Hourihane
Grealish
Snodgrass

Hogan

Discipline needed from Jedinak, but that midfield four is to press and flood the box. Ball has to.move at pace.

I feel like we're at the Rubicon here. If we can roll the dice and get at them as we did in Bristol, but with all the defensive knowhow and game management we had at Boro, we will go on a roll that will hopefully see us promoted.

There's a habit of putting an emphasis on games, but it feels like a bellwether game. I don't think Bristol is a one off. The balance and quality of that side, armed with confidence and purpose is an irrisestable force.

Smash these east Midlands wrong-uns Villa. Smash them.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Abbeyfealeavfc on January 12, 2018, 09:14:03 AM
I would start with Elphick ahead of Terry in this game with Terry on the bench. He didn't show the level of fitness required for such an important game, in the FA cup match last weekend.
Come on Villa boys, bring home the 3 points UTV!
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: UK Redsox on January 12, 2018, 09:26:22 AM
Given that the train station is on fire, I'm assuming there will be replacement bus service for this one. What's the nearest station, Derby?

NB - This might change by tomorrow

https://www.eastmidlandstrains.co.uk/train-times/live-train-updates/#service-updates

Quote
Last updated: 12.01.2018 06:38
No trains at Nottingham until further notice
Emergency services are dealing with a fire incident at Nottingham, causing major disruption to trains at the station. At present, the station has been evacuated and emergency services are on site. Whilst the station remains closed, no trains will be able to run to or from the station.

-Trains from London St Pancras International will terminate at East Midlands Parkway

-Trains from Cardiff Central / Birmingham New Street will terminate at Derby

-Trains from Matlock will terminate at Derby
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 12, 2018, 09:28:57 AM
There are buses from Derby to Nottingham. The only question is if they will add extra buses to accommodate as it may be impossible to get on a bus otherwise.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: JUAN PABLO on January 12, 2018, 10:15:26 AM
hogan looks fine to play    not sure about JT and Jedinak   
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Nastylee on January 12, 2018, 10:21:40 AM
JT won't play if he's rolled his ankle. MJ a doubt which will be a blow, hopefully he's fine. As expected, Hogan returns and has trained all week.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: chrisw1 on January 12, 2018, 10:39:20 AM
JT won't play if he's rolled his ankle. MJ a doubt which will be a blow, hopefully he's fine. As expected, Hogan returns and has trained all week.
Ah bollocks.  If Terry & Jedi don't play I think this will be a difficult one.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Richard E on January 12, 2018, 10:46:27 AM
Given that the train station is on fire, I'm assuming there will be replacement bus service for this one. What's the nearest station, Derby?

Some trains stop at Beeston which is the station before Nottingham. Doesn't look good though. Hopefully no-one got caught up in it.

Beeston is quite a way from the ground.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: postal on January 12, 2018, 10:51:21 AM
It will be tight, though I've gone for a nervy villa 1-nil win.

The Arsenal game, well Forest were playing against something that didnt resemble the normal Arsenal team. Its not to say that they wont be playing with a bit more confidence, but we need to hassle them for 90 mins.

Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Ad@m on January 12, 2018, 11:19:32 AM
Don't worry everyone - I've put a fiver on a Forest win so we should win handsomely!
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Brend'Watkins on January 12, 2018, 11:21:29 AM
If we approach the game in the same way as we did for the last 70minutes agains Bristol then we should be okay for the win. Can't see it happening though.  I think it will be a draw.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: olaftab on January 12, 2018, 11:58:16 AM
I am sure they will still be cock-a-hoop after beating Arsenal so let's stuff them.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: rob_bridge on January 12, 2018, 12:03:20 PM
As a former, long term resident of Nottingham is there a crapper song anthem construct than Mull of Kintyre basatardisation.

Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Ads on January 12, 2018, 12:11:59 PM
I've just read the lyrics. Bit meh is that.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Marlon From Bearwood on January 12, 2018, 12:14:37 PM
As a former, long term resident of Nottingham is there a crapper song anthem construct than Mull of Kintyre basatardisation.



Yes. It contains the lyrics "Empty seats my lord, and shit support my lord" and I cringe every time I hear it.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Des Little on January 12, 2018, 12:17:37 PM
As a former, long term resident of Nottingham is there a crapper song anthem construct than Mull of Kintyre basatardisation.



Yes. It contains the lyrics "Empty seats my lord, and shit support my lord" and I cringe every time I hear it.

This and absolutely bloody this.  It's embarrassing to the max.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 12, 2018, 12:28:40 PM
Most of our songs are shite, but "John Terry, he's won more than you" is easily the worst.

It screams "little old Villa managed to get a player from a successful club" small-team mentality while also celebrating trophies won by an absolutely fucking horrible club.

Makes me want to go on a killing spree.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Nastylee on January 12, 2018, 12:40:39 PM
As a former, long term resident of Nottingham is there a crapper song anthem construct than Mull of Kintyre basatardisation.



Yes. It contains the lyrics "Empty seats my lord, and shit support my lord" and I cringe every time I hear it.

This and absolutely bloody this.  It's embarrassing to the max.

What riles me most is the the actual orginal line for Macca is rarely sung in favour of going on the piss and/or the one you mentioned. Little scrotes!
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Nastylee on January 12, 2018, 12:41:17 PM
oh, and shit support [sigh]
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 12, 2018, 12:42:26 PM
Sounds like nobody was injured in the fire anyway, which apparently started in a toilet.

Assume quite a few buses will be put on, getting back won’t be fun though.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Clark W Griswold on January 12, 2018, 12:57:51 PM
Most of our songs are shite, but "John Terry, he's won more than you" is easily the worst.

It screams "little old Villa managed to get a player from a successful club" small-team mentality while also celebrating trophies won by an absolutely fucking horrible club.

Makes me want to go on a killing spree.

Just because you don't like John Terry! :-)
I'm not sure about the 'little old Villa' bit but I agree that it lacks a certain style, it's all very obvious and low brow.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: darren woolley on January 12, 2018, 01:06:03 PM
I'm going for a 2-1 Villa win.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: sirlordbaltimore on January 12, 2018, 01:13:15 PM

1-3
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Ad@m on January 12, 2018, 01:31:05 PM
Most of our songs are shite, but "John Terry, he's won more than you" is easily the worst.

It screams "little old Villa managed to get a player from a successful club" small-team mentality while also celebrating trophies won by an absolutely fucking horrible club.

Makes me want to go on a killing spree.

I've never even heard that one - it must be the kids at the back of the Upper Holte singing that one and there can't be many if we can't hear it down in the bottom tier.

Why can't they just sing, "Aston Villa, we've won more than you" - it would apply to almost every club in the land.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 12, 2018, 02:06:17 PM
Well, quite. I think I've only heard it away grounds.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Damo70 on January 12, 2018, 02:24:51 PM
2-1 Villa. I think the cup hangover will outweigh the new manager bounce.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: bobcat on January 12, 2018, 03:01:42 PM
Trains from Birmingham New Street to Nottingham may terminate at Beeston Saturday 13th Jan due to the station fire at Nottingham.

Fans going the Forest game tomorrow might want to make alternative travel arrangements.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 12, 2018, 03:09:50 PM
Beeston isn't too bad. About a tenner in a taxi I guess.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Dave Cooper please on January 12, 2018, 03:11:11 PM
Beeston station is a shortish walk from a tram stop and the trams are running through (but not stopping at) Nottingham Station. The ground is easy to get to from the city centre by bus as well.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 12, 2018, 03:17:34 PM
I assume the tram from Beeston would stop at alternative stops in the city centre?
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Dave Cooper please on January 12, 2018, 03:36:40 PM
I assume the tram from Beeston would stop at alternative stops in the city centre?

Yep, get off at the Lace Market if it's decent pubs you are after.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 12, 2018, 03:37:30 PM
Cheers. Hopefully they'll be running a full Birmingham to Beeston service tomorrow, very few trains today.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Toronto Villa on January 12, 2018, 03:43:31 PM
I'd go with the following;

Johnstone

Hutton
Terry
Chester
Elmo

Jedinak

Adomah
Hourihane
Grealish
Snodgrass

Hogan

Discipline needed from Jedinak, but that midfield four is to press and flood the box. Ball has to.move at pace.

I feel like we're at the Rubicon here. If we can roll the dice and get at them as we did in Bristol, but with all the defensive knowhow and game management we had at Boro, we will go on a roll that will hopefully see us promoted.

There's a habit of putting an emphasis on games, but it feels like a bellwether game. I don't think Bristol is a one off. The balance and quality of that side, armed with confidence and purpose is an irrisestable force.

Smash these east Midlands wrong-uns Villa. Smash them.

yes. I assume you have Hutton at LB. And I'd have Grealish playing in the...HOLE
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: sirlordbaltimore on January 12, 2018, 03:52:42 PM


Didn't Bruce say Terry and Jedi were doubtful ?
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Marlon From Bearwood on January 12, 2018, 04:19:40 PM
Apparently Terry has posted a picture of himself training on instagram this afternoon. According to my mrs who is on instagram. So maybe he could play after all.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Toronto Villa on January 12, 2018, 04:24:49 PM
Apparently Terry has posted a picture of himself training on instagram this afternoon. According to my mrs who is on instagram. So maybe he could play after all.

You're missus was checking out John Terry
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Marlon From Bearwood on January 12, 2018, 05:24:14 PM
Apparently Terry has posted a picture of himself training on instagram this afternoon. According to my mrs who is on instagram. So maybe he could play after all.

You're missus was checking out John Terry

I think you're right.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Mossie Hennebry on January 12, 2018, 05:28:46 PM
Head says 1-1. Heart says Villa win. But, I'm assuming we're on the box, so a bit worried.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: BC54 VFC on January 12, 2018, 05:43:59 PM
http://www.birminghammail.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/urgent-message-aston-villa-fans-14146649

(With apologies for posting a link to this crap website)
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: BC54 VFC on January 12, 2018, 05:46:33 PM
If anyone has any up to date information on trains from St. Pancras to Nottingham tomorrow (and alternative arrangements from East Midlands Parkway) can they please post on here, as news comes through which may well mean tomorrow morning.

Thank you.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: BC54 VFC on January 12, 2018, 05:54:55 PM
http://media.btp.police.uk/r/15048/advice_for_football_fans_travelling_over_the_week

Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 12, 2018, 05:56:53 PM
That advice is pretty useless for those who are relying on trains.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: VinnieChase84 on January 12, 2018, 05:57:46 PM
2-1 win. Snodgrass and Hogan
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: frank on January 12, 2018, 05:59:29 PM
I've just rung East Midlands Trains and they say there are trains running to Nottingham tomorrow. I'm not sure I believe them, though
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Ad@m on January 12, 2018, 06:19:24 PM
I've just rung East Midlands Trains and they say there are trains running to Nottingham tomorrow. I'm not sure I believe them, though

The service from Brum is run by Cross Country though.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: BC54 VFC on January 12, 2018, 06:40:48 PM
I've just rung East Midlands Trains and they say there are trains running to Nottingham tomorrow. I'm not sure I believe them, though

The service from Brum is run by Cross Country though.
...but the service from St Pancras isn't.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: frank on January 12, 2018, 06:41:58 PM
I've just rung East Midlands Trains and they say there are trains running to Nottingham tomorrow. I'm not sure I believe them, though

The service from Brum is run by Cross Country though.
East Mids is my service from London, which is why I rang them. They now say they hope to provide a good service tomorrow. If this is right, presumably it applies to Cross Country too
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 12, 2018, 06:47:56 PM
I asked Cross Country and they said they may have some more info later this evening.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: bobcat on January 12, 2018, 06:53:37 PM
It depends on how many platforms can be reopened. Priority will be given to the trains from London. If as hoped, there are 4 paths an hour then hopefully the trains from Birmingham will be given 1 of them. I will confirm later.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: bobcat on January 12, 2018, 07:17:56 PM
CrossCountry will run a full service to Nottingham tomorrow but their will be no lifts at Nottingham station.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: BC54 VFC on January 12, 2018, 08:27:26 PM
Thanks bobcat. Does that mean it's better news for trains from St. Pancras as well?
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Pete3206 on January 12, 2018, 08:38:55 PM
1-1
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: adrenachrome on January 12, 2018, 09:51:58 PM
Any permutation of team selections from both clubs will leave us with massively more talent on the pitch, injuries notwithstanding.

We have to get the job done. I believe we will.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: SoccerHQ on January 12, 2018, 09:57:10 PM
They were very good v Arsenal last week. Wildly inconsistent in the league though.

Was expecting to win this but think with Karanka coming in we'll have to settle for a point which would be frustrating.

1-1.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: OzVilla on January 12, 2018, 10:28:08 PM
We've just had our mini good run to save Bruce's job, now time for another Brentforesque performance. 2-1 to Forest I'm afraid.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: olaftab on January 13, 2018, 02:37:19 AM
Station will be open from 4.45 today:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-nottinghamshire-42671837

Nottingham railway station is due to reopen following a huge fire which is being treated as arson.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: ciggiesnbeer on January 13, 2018, 06:52:39 AM
1-5 to the good guys. They go one up and Bruce's response is simply to let the shackles off even more and we unleash a torrent of goals on the hapless Forest. The Aston Villa "incredibles" roll on.

Yes cannabis is now legal in California, why do you ask?

Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Three Spires Villa on January 13, 2018, 08:27:58 AM
Just win, please
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Ad@m on January 13, 2018, 08:46:38 AM
1-5 to the good guys. They go one up and Bruce's response is simply to let the shackles off even more and we unleash a torrent of goals on the hapless Forest. The Aston Villa "incredibles" roll on.

Yes cannabis is now legal in California, why do you ask?



'Bruce's response' - ha ha, good one!
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Deano's Mullet on January 13, 2018, 08:59:44 AM
If bruce reverts to being stubborn and defensive we won't win this today ie Jedi at centre back, deep midfield.  Money's on a draw.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Legion on January 13, 2018, 09:51:48 AM
https://twitter.com/crosscountryuk/status/951943430741032961
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: john e on January 13, 2018, 10:12:00 AM
Just to confirm

is this a ‘must win’ game like the other 26 already this season or can we have a week off

Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: auntiesledd on January 13, 2018, 10:33:16 AM
Just to confirm

is this a ‘must win’ game like the other 26 already this season or can we have a week off



The new 'must win' is momentum these days John. Do keep up!  ;)
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: john e on January 13, 2018, 11:05:12 AM
Just to confirm

is this a ‘must win’ game like the other 26 already this season or can we have a week off



The new 'must win' is momentum these days John. Do keep up!  ;)

sorry, must try harder to keep in the loop
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: olaftab on January 13, 2018, 11:17:33 AM
However start to worry when momentum turns into good old fashioned “every game is a cup final now”.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: tim on January 13, 2018, 11:35:46 AM
Can't say i'm that optimistic really. I predict this is where we start to revert back to a more Villa-like (upper) mid table.
2-0 unfortunately for me.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: andyh on January 13, 2018, 11:45:56 AM
However start to worry when momentum turns into good old fashioned “every game is a cup final now”.
Hmmmm, I get a bit more concerned when we have another of those ‘it’s just another bad day at the office’ days.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: UK Redsox on January 13, 2018, 12:21:46 PM
Just win, please

Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: olaftab on January 13, 2018, 12:34:28 PM
However start to worry when momentum turns into good old fashioned “every game is a cup final now”.
Hmmmm, I get a bit more concerned when we have another of those ‘it’s just another bad day at the office’ days.
I think another two or so bad days at the office will move us on to cup final days.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: robbo1874 on January 13, 2018, 12:42:25 PM
0-1 smash and grab
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: ktvillan on January 13, 2018, 02:42:57 PM
I'd like to think we can carry on where we left off against Bristol.  But I fear after that "two steps forward" this will be another case of "one and a half steps back", because that's what Bruce does.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: eddiemunster on January 13, 2018, 03:00:49 PM
Hope he'd start with the same team as finished the Brizzle game. If so I reckon 3-0 to us.If not then a struggle for a 0-0.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Dazvillain on January 13, 2018, 04:30:44 PM
If bruce reverts to being stubborn and defensive we won't win this today ie Jedi at centre back, deep midfield.  Money's on a draw.
Thought Jedi injured ? Sky shown JT arriving with squad, hope he’s in
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: saunders_heroes on January 13, 2018, 04:32:20 PM
No Jedinak in the squad but Terry’s in.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Mossie Hennebry on January 13, 2018, 04:33:09 PM
Sam
Elmo Chester terry Cafu

Whelan

Snoddy Hourihane adomah

Jack

Scottie

Good starting 11
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Jimbo on January 13, 2018, 04:38:10 PM
Forest 2 Villa 0.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: The Edge on January 13, 2018, 04:41:13 PM
0-1 smash and grab
6-0 to the Villa. Someone's due a good hiding.
Title: Re: Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Dazvillain on January 13, 2018, 05:08:19 PM
0-1 smash and grab
6-0 to the Villa. Someone's due a good hiding.

Not another after Bristol city surely.....it would just make a nice difference to win with a decent display in front of sky cameras
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