I know it’s a two leg game but I still think the first goal could be crucial. Our record when we score first is incredible (won 22 of 24 or something, and one of those fails was the first game of the season). Whereas our record when the oppo score first is one win all season. Though we’ve come from behind to draw a couple of times I think. I’d play Jedinak away and Whelan at home. I’d also be very tempted to play Barny and / or Onomah, with hourihane and / or Adomah the fall guys. Think we need to handle the set pieces (hence Jedinak) have a plan for Adama and be combative in midfield. Think hourihane and jack in a three is too much of a luxury away from home at the moment. We’ve been poor in 4 of our last 5 away games
I don't think its Pulis way to throw the kitchen sink as he'd be worried about our quality on the counter. Wouldn't surprise me if they sit in and try and hit us with a set piece to take a 1-0 lead to sit on at Villa Park.I think with Jedi screening, we will win a lot of those aerial duels and keep decent possession via Jack.
I reckon Bruce will keep it tight away, then look to bury them at Villa Park