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Title: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Legion on March 04, 2012, 06:07:42 PM: 0-0 yawn-fest.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Witton Warrior on March 04, 2012, 06:11:25 PM: Villa to win 1-1
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Percy McCarthy on March 04, 2012, 06:12:31 PM: Fulham have done enough for this season. Time for them to start helping out the clubs who take the best following to their ground.

1-1.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: woody4866 on March 04, 2012, 06:13:21 PM: Watched Fulham take the p!ss out of Wolves today - thank God for Wolves eh!

Cant see past another draw for this one (1-1)
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: luke25 on March 04, 2012, 06:13:51 PM: draw, its what we do innit!
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: lovejoy on March 04, 2012, 06:14:57 PM: 1-0 win. Believe. Is it time for the orange dot?
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: PeterWithesShin on March 04, 2012, 06:28:38 PM: Us 4 (Gabby, Zog, Collins, Herd) Them 3 (Dempsey 3)
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Legion on March 04, 2012, 06:30:50 PM: Given
Warnock
Collins
Cuellar
Hutton
Petrov
Herd
N'Zogbia
Albrighton
Ireland
Agbonlahor
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: richard moore on March 04, 2012, 06:34:27 PM: Quote from: lovejoy on March 04, 2012, 06:14:57 PM
1-0 win. Believe. Is it time for the orange dot?

I'll go for this too. Fulham are very much one of the form teams but are never the same team away from home as they are home. We do need to play 5 in midfield mind you as they are strong in that department
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: nigel on March 04, 2012, 06:48:35 PM: Quote from: richard moore on March 04, 2012, 06:34:27 PM
Quote from: lovejoy on March 04, 2012, 06:14:57 PM
1-0 win. Believe. Is it time for the orange dot?

I'll go for this too. Fulham are very much one of the form teams but are never the same team away from home as they are home. We do need to play 5 in midfield mind you as they are strong in that department
I'll go 2-1 Villa, just can't see us keeping a clean sheet.
I've been saying all season that our midfield just doesn't seem strong enough so we tend to get over run.
I'd go for a midfield of Herd, Petrov, N'Zogbia, Gardner and either Ireland or Bannan.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Bad English on March 04, 2012, 06:50:34 PM: Quote from: Legion on March 04, 2012, 06:07:42 PM
0-0 yawn-fest.
I'll go for wank. No fest.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Greg N'Ash on March 04, 2012, 06:52:06 PM: Just says draw to me. Can't see beyond that with our home form
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Eigentor on March 04, 2012, 06:57:43 PM: Write me up for another draw. 0-0 this time, I imagine.

Also, in the post-match interview AM will wax lyrical about the game plan that nullified the team that scored five against Wolves.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: l_mckay on March 04, 2012, 06:58:45 PM: I also think this will bea bore draw 1-1
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: gervilla on March 04, 2012, 07:00:59 PM: 1-1 if we are lucky.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: phantom limb on March 04, 2012, 07:02:07 PM: This Pogrebnyak fellow scares the shit out of me, but I think we'll be able to cope with him better than Wolves did. Still think we'll draw 1-1 though.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Doorbell on March 04, 2012, 07:03:59 PM: Ful ham have belief, we don't...fulham win.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Villanation on March 04, 2012, 07:12:52 PM: For me its just plain simple common sense to say Draw, we just don't do anything else, are Fulham capable of having a say in that outcome, probably not in spite of today's result.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: The Left Side on March 04, 2012, 07:15:16 PM: 0-0 bore draw
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Ian. on March 04, 2012, 07:17:11 PM: I'm not normally a betting man but I am quite confident this will be a draw of some kind.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Villanation on March 04, 2012, 07:18:21 PM: Quote from: Ian J on March 04, 2012, 07:17:11 PM
I'm not normally a betting man but I am quite confident this will be a draw of some kind.

;D Thing is, its not really a gamble really ;)
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: tricky dicky on March 04, 2012, 07:20:42 PM: 1-1 but we were the better team
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Greg N'Ash on March 04, 2012, 07:22:17 PM: I wonder if they're orgnanising another protest for this game. I'd imagine its gonna be a very hostile atmosphere anyway.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Chipsticks on March 04, 2012, 07:24:09 PM: Fulham looked really good today, and have done for the last few weeks, I get the feeling we'll overcome them though. Gotta get a win somewhere.

2-0 the Villa, courtesy of Collins and the Angel Gabriel.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Irish villain on March 04, 2012, 07:25:23 PM: A drab 1-1 affair. Maybe they will shock us and go out for the kill in the knowledge that we are the better team?
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: not3bad on March 04, 2012, 07:40:08 PM: Quote from: gervilla on March 04, 2012, 07:00:59 PM
1-1 if we are lucky.

If we're really lucky we'll be the team equalizing and our 'good' half will be the second.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Andy_Lochhead_in_the_air on March 04, 2012, 08:13:56 PM: No home win at VP since 5th November 2011.
Result wise expect a draw a best.
Entertainment value irrespective of result will be negligible.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Lobsterboy on March 04, 2012, 08:14:33 PM: We'll go 1-0 up early doors and then concede a late headed equaliser from a cross that we probably should have cleared...

Ireland for us, Dempsey for them and another point closer to safety
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Barca 2011 on March 04, 2012, 08:16:31 PM: So far this season Fulham have drawn 9 us 12.
Oddly enough would probably take a draw now if offered.
Sad, but thats what McLeish has done to us.
1 - 1
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Villanation on March 04, 2012, 08:18:19 PM: Quote from: N'ot3badbia on March 04, 2012, 07:40:08 PM
Quote from: gervilla on March 04, 2012, 07:00:59 PM
1-1 if we are lucky.

If we're really lucky we'll be the team equalizing and our 'good' half will be the second.

Now this would make for a better thread, the result, well we all know that right now, but what about which 45 will see the true Villa come out in.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Jimmy Smash on March 04, 2012, 08:32:40 PM: us to lose. McLeish out.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Andy_Lochhead_in_the_air on March 04, 2012, 08:54:18 PM: Quote from: Lobsterboy on March 04, 2012, 08:14:33 PM
We'll go 1-0 up early doors

>:( Punditry alert ! >:(
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Des Little on March 04, 2012, 09:13:27 PM: The most nailed-on draw since yesterday's (and last week's.....)
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: TonyD on March 04, 2012, 09:20:11 PM: Score draw win. One point to safety.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: hawkeye on March 04, 2012, 09:31:34 PM: The first time Fulham have had 3 straight wins for many years, I think they will make it 4,
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Nastylee on March 04, 2012, 09:32:18 PM: We've got to win sooner or later, haven't we?

TBH that Dembele (sp) looked good in their midfield today, worth a Bid if we ever get the cash to buy some reinforcements. Dempsey looks great, making clever runs and working the keeper and they have a striker who doesn't need too many chances to hit the net. Could go either way.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: eamonn on March 04, 2012, 10:24:25 PM: Quote from: Legion on March 04, 2012, 06:30:50 PM
Given
Warnock
Collins
Cuellar
Hutton
Petrov
Herd
N'Zogbia
Albrighton
Ireland
Agbonlahor

Anyone remember this?

March 25th 2006: Aston Villa 0 Fulham 0

Attendance: 32605

T Sorensen
U De la Cruz
A Hughes
L Ridgewell
W Bouma
L Hendrie (G Agbonlahor, 58)
G McCann
S Davis
G Barry
K Phillips
L Moore (JP Angel, 73)

Subs not used: C Gardner, S Taylor, G Cahill

Think I'd fancy our chances more with that team in its' current state.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: pauliewalnuts on March 04, 2012, 10:33:17 PM: If this isn't a draw, I'll eat my hat.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: ROBBO on March 04, 2012, 11:04:03 PM: Ithink this is a win win for supporters, if we win we are almost safe if we lose MCleish gets the sack.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: CJ on March 04, 2012, 11:17:50 PM: Draw. I'm practically overwhelmed with excitement in anticipation of this game already.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Irish villain on March 04, 2012, 11:23:05 PM: I can sense that we have turned the corner! Most of us think we can get a draw from this game!!!
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Pete3206 on March 05, 2012, 12:13:40 AM: I have no confidence whatsoever.

0-0
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Toronto Villa on March 05, 2012, 12:56:27 AM: When Jol landed Pogrebnyak I was quite surprised considering I was always thought he was a lot better than Fulham. He's proving he's worth every penny and Jol has then playing with a lot of confidence right now. We've got a decent record against them at Villa Park, and despite our troubles I expect us to bore them to a win. Right now, I'll accept the 1-0 win that I'm predicting. Gabby with the winner, created by Ireland.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: andyh on March 05, 2012, 01:15:15 AM: the next one in our run of easy, winnable games before we embark on the run where we cant see where the next point will come.
We will lose 0-1
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: placeforparks on March 05, 2012, 04:51:22 AM: DRAW
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: bertlambshank on March 05, 2012, 04:58:35 AM: A draw and our God like manager to get does abuse and cry like a baby.Then Randy comes down from the directors box,cradles Alex in his arms and tells him the nasty people will soon go away.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Rip Van We Go Again on March 05, 2012, 07:02:32 AM: Another draw and blissful satisfaction for McLeish.

2-2
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: ozzjim on March 05, 2012, 07:26:25 AM: 1-2 defeat. They are flying, the new forward is on fire and they had a clue about how to play football.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Villafirst on March 05, 2012, 08:46:07 AM: 1-3 defeat. Fulham are well organised and play decent football - Jol has done well on a limited budget, that new forward looks very good (why can't Villa unearth these players?) I'd much rather have Jol as our Manager - and to think he was available last summer.....then Randy appoints AM - well judged Randy!
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: mrfuse on March 05, 2012, 09:06:16 AM: Very surprised that the majority have been positive and have gone for a draw, you think were that good?

I think Fulham will beat us because they have a manager that works well with the players and has a good tactical mind, he was my choice when those iffy names started being banded about.

Dempsey and Pogrebnyak will murder us unless we start defending as a unit, Im sick of defenders and midfielders having loads of time on the ball against us, Robbie Keanne could see it why don't the rest of the team close down the opposition!

All we do too defend is drop deeper!
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: PaulTheVillan on March 05, 2012, 09:20:28 AM: Aston Villa 2-1 Fulham

Nervous last 10 minuets

Given
Hutton Cuellar Collins Warnock
Albrighton Petrov Herd NZogbia
Ireland
Agbonlahor
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: ROBBO on March 05, 2012, 09:24:43 AM: I cannot possibly see us winning this,their midfield will slaughter us they work hard for nonety minutes. They have quality forwards that our defence will not be able to hold.FFS it's Fulham wer're talking about, how far have we fallen.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Nelly on March 05, 2012, 09:35:39 AM: I can't see anything other than a Fulham win. I think they will enjoy playing against us. However, I pray for a win or a draw from somewhere.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Dave Cooper please on March 05, 2012, 10:11:53 AM: 3-0 Villa, and we'll all be wondering why we thought Fulham were Barcelona all of a sudden.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: OzVilla on March 05, 2012, 10:52:19 AM: To be honest i've no idea with all three results quite possible;

0-0
1-1
or 2-2.

I'll go for an exciting but unrewarding 2-2.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: TaxDodger on March 05, 2012, 10:57:10 AM: 2-1. Ireland 7, Collins 59. Man who they signed in January with long name who has 5 in 3 games 78.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: VillaAlways on March 05, 2012, 11:14:03 AM: An unexpected comfortable 3-0 victory Ireland (38) Gabby (68) Nzog (82)
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Simon Ward on March 05, 2012, 11:37:14 AM: I'm praying for a win as I am hopefully bringing my 81 year old dad to this one! Oh and plus my Villa mad 9 year old! Please, please, please play some attractive footie Villa.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Concrete John on March 05, 2012, 11:44:18 AM: Some of the comments on here remind me of the Norwich pre-match thread.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: not3bad on March 05, 2012, 11:47:07 AM: It would be nice of the result reminded you of the Nowrich match.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: villanic on March 05, 2012, 01:24:37 PM: I don’t fancy us to get much from this. If Dempsey and the new forward (I am not even going to attempt to try and spell the name) play well then it’ll be a long afternoon. I don’t like doing it but I’m going for 1-2 Fulham.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Ads on March 05, 2012, 01:41:11 PM: I agree, this will be surprisingly comfortable and our biggest win of the season.

4-1 Villa.

They’re brittle on the road and despite how the bossed the Wolves yesterday they’re still only midtable fare with all the inconsistencies and deficiencies that brings to a sides play.

Plus look at this way.

If the Villa were on a decent run having won three on the spin and heading to a side that hasn’t won at home in four months, you could guarantee that we’d be turned over.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Pete3206 on March 05, 2012, 01:52:21 PM: Ads, pass me the scrumpy before it's all gone.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Stu on March 05, 2012, 02:37:03 PM: We'll win this one. 2-0 or 2-1; Gabby and Zog for us and Dempsey for them on about 85 mins, just to make us sweat for the last 5 or 6 minutes because this is Villa after all.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Vanilla on March 05, 2012, 02:37:29 PM: Quote from: Ads on March 05, 2012, 01:41:11 PM
I agree, this will be surprisingly comfortable and our biggest win of the season.

4-1 Villa.

They’re brittle on the road and despite how the bossed the Wolves yesterday they’re still only midtable fare with all the inconsistencies and deficiencies that brings to a sides play.

Plus look at this way.

If the Villa were on a decent run having won three on the spin and heading to a side that hasn’t won at home in four months, you could guarantee that we’d be turned over.

We are making teams look like battlers and fighters the way we are playing at the moment, sitting back for large chunks of the game as we do. The fact that we drew with Wigan, who then subsequently lost 2-0 at home to 10 man Swansea says it all.

If we give Fulham that much time and space as we do most teams, we will no doubt have problems.

I hope we win, but we will have to be at full throttle for 90+ mins, and I still can't see us keeping a clean sheet even then.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: ez on March 05, 2012, 05:34:37 PM: Another draw. McLeish staring down the barrel now. A defeat and he's a goner.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: petegoldring on March 06, 2012, 02:12:33 AM: 0-0 boreathon
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: berneboy on March 06, 2012, 05:04:13 AM: Quote from: Simon Ward on March 05, 2012, 11:37:14 AM
I'm praying for a win as I am hopefully bringing my 81 year old dad to this one! Oh and plus my Villa mad 9 year old! Please, please, please play some attractive footie Villa.

Oh, dear. My sons are going for the first time in a while.

I fully expect poor, boring football torture with, at best, a draw.

And I am always optimistic!
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: cheltenhamlion on March 06, 2012, 07:50:08 AM: Not sure what to think. They have been playing well of late but are crap on the road and struggle for goals.

We are crap at home and struggle for goals but have a feeling we will smuggle a win somehow in a terrible game.

The atmosphere will be vile if we go behind mind.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: avfcpg on March 06, 2012, 09:41:42 AM: 2-1 and he escapes the noose for another week...
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: maidstonevillain on March 06, 2012, 09:44:04 AM: 1-1 draw, 2 scrappy goals.

Bet DW has his Press article written already.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: garyshawsknee on March 06, 2012, 09:50:12 AM: Last season when we were dire,GH could pull a result out of the hat when it was vital,West Brom and Newcastle at home spring to mind. We need one of those on Sat,but things are so shitty that I can't see it happening.

1-1
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: The Laughing Policeman on March 06, 2012, 10:35:38 AM: Should win, wont win. 0-2.
Taxi for Mr. McLeish.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: levico on March 06, 2012, 11:00:59 AM: A draw would be good but it won't happen. Fulham will win this comfortably.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Simon Ward on March 06, 2012, 01:28:48 PM: Quote from: berneboy on March 06, 2012, 05:04:13 AM
Quote from: Simon Ward on March 05, 2012, 11:37:14 AM
I'm praying for a win as I am hopefully bringing my 81 year old dad to this one! Oh and plus my Villa mad 9 year old! Please, please, please play some attractive footie Villa.

Oh, dear. My sons are going for the first time in a while.

I fully expect poor, boring football torture with, at best, a draw.

And I am always optimistic!

So am I but!!!!!!
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: pauliewalnuts on March 06, 2012, 01:51:31 PM: Quote from: ez on March 05, 2012, 05:34:37 PM
Another draw. McLeish staring down the barrel now. A defeat and he's a goner.

Totally disagree on that, I reckon he's safe as houses.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: VillaAlways on March 06, 2012, 01:55:23 PM: Quote from: pauliewalnuts on March 06, 2012, 01:51:31 PM
Quote from: ez on March 05, 2012, 05:34:37 PM
Another draw. McLeish staring down the barrel now. A defeat and he's a goner.

Totally disagree on that, I reckon he's safe as houses.
Yep.No real danger of relegation now.Job done as far as the board is concerned
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: pauliewalnuts on March 06, 2012, 02:09:15 PM: Quote from: ZoggyAlways on March 06, 2012, 01:55:23 PM
Quote from: pauliewalnuts on March 06, 2012, 01:51:31 PM
Quote from: ez on March 05, 2012, 05:34:37 PM
Another draw. McLeish staring down the barrel now. A defeat and he's a goner.

Totally disagree on that, I reckon he's safe as houses.
Yep.No real danger of relegation now.Job done as far as the board is concerned

I actually disagree on the danger of relegation thing. There are plenty of games left, yes, but look at the way our momentum is carrying us.

I also don't think he was told "just stay up and reduce the wage bill". The reason i think he's safe as houses is more to do with Randy really actually thinking he's a very good manager, and not wanting to fork out more money in compensation.

I actually think if we got relegated, he'd still keep his job.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Vanilla on March 06, 2012, 02:20:17 PM: I actually disagree on the danger of relegation thing. There are plenty of games left, yes, but look at the way our momentum is carrying us.

I actually think if we got relegated, he'd still keep his job.
[/quote]

Don't agree with your first statement simply because none of the teams below us look capable of putting a run together, and it does look like a blundering race to the bottom at the moment.

However, I sadly totally agree with the second statement.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: achilles on March 06, 2012, 02:36:51 PM: Quote from: pauliewalnuts on March 06, 2012, 01:51:31 PM
Quote from: ez on March 05, 2012, 05:34:37 PM
Another draw. McLeish staring down the barrel now. A defeat and he's a goner.

Totally disagree on that, I reckon he's safe as houses.

We could go down and he would be safe, the owners have made their decision and they will stick with it through thick and thin! This is about as good as it gets!
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: achilles on March 06, 2012, 02:39:13 PM: On the basis that Fulham are poor away from home another exiciting 1-1 draw! (yawn)
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: johncvilla88 on March 06, 2012, 04:04:38 PM: Don't shoot me for saying this. Anyone older enough to draw comparison between Mcleish now and when Alex Fergerson first took over at united. I have been told it started badly but the board sticker by him and we all know the rest.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: The Laughing Policeman on March 06, 2012, 04:41:59 PM: There is no comparison John. Sir Alex had already proved his abilities at Aberdeen.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Rob92 on March 06, 2012, 04:52:42 PM: Quote from: johncvilla88 on March 06, 2012, 04:04:38 PM
Don't shoot me for saying this. Anyone older enough to draw comparison between Mcleish now and when Alex Fergerson first took over at united. I have been told it started badly but the board sticker by him and we all know the rest.
Are you really comparing the most successful manager in the modern era with a guy who managed to finish 3rd in a 2 horse race when managing Rangers?
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Dave Summers on March 06, 2012, 05:01:06 PM: Quote from: Rob92 on March 06, 2012, 04:52:42 PM
Quote from: johncvilla88 on March 06, 2012, 04:04:38 PM
Don't shoot me for saying this. Anyone older enough to draw comparison between Mcleish now and when Alex Fergerson first took over at united. I have been told it started badly but the board sticker by him and we all know the rest.
Are you really comparing the most successful manager in the modern era with a guy who managed to finish 3rd in a 2 horse race when managing Rangers?

Belated welcome to the site Rob 92. Noticed your location of Farnborough and lived their myself for three or so years back in the early 70's when we were promoted from the 3rd Division. Very happy days and in many ways, wish we had never moved back.

There certainly weren't any Villa fans in my school down there, so hope there are one or two more now?. Mainly Chelsea from my memory, but then again we are talking about 40 yrs ago.

Oh yes, pre-match thread

1-1

Gabby and then Dempsey for them in the last 15 mins. Another point nearer safety. Zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: villanic on March 06, 2012, 05:44:58 PM: Seems a lot of people are predicting a draw and the fact that we already have 12, I was wondering what is the record for draws in a single premier league season?

Looking at the remaining fixtures I can see a few more draws between the end of the season.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Smoke on March 06, 2012, 05:56:17 PM: Quote from: villanic on March 06, 2012, 05:44:58 PM
Seems a lot of people are predicting a draw and the fact that we already have 12, I was wondering what is the record for draws in a single premier league season?
Ahem,

Most draws in a season (38 games): 17, joint record:

Newcastle United (2003–04)
Aston Villa (2006–07)

*sheepish looking smiley thingy.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: pauliewalnuts on March 06, 2012, 06:44:09 PM: Anyone who is looking at the fact that Fulham beat Wolves 5-0 last weekend and predicting meltdown because of that, but didn't see the match, should rest assured that Wolves were so piss poor, we too would have kept a clean sheet AND won by at least a three goal margin, even if we'd been playing them at home.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: TheSandman on March 06, 2012, 07:15:28 PM: Don't think I've posted on here yet but if I had I would have said it's going to be a draw.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Nastylee on March 06, 2012, 08:41:20 PM: Yes it would be nice to get a win or two out of our next two fixtures but those fearing the following run of games are being very pessimistic. Do we really feel we can't get anymore points after these games? We face the likes of Stoke, Norwich, WBA and a stuttering Chelsea. If we can't scrape enough points then we deserve everything we get. McCeish won't be going anywhere.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Steve kirk on March 06, 2012, 10:03:09 PM: Just have a feeling we might sneak this by the odd goal, nothing to support this theory and I know most of us think we may never win another game but think that will change this Saturday, also being obsessive plus the fact I am shitting myself I looked at the league table after 28 games last season and the bottom looked like this
18th Wolves 28pts
19th WhU 27pts
20th Wigan 26pts
So last years strugglers were quite a few points better off than the current clubs in the bottom 3 will be after this weekend, 39 points sent clubs down last season so on that basis I reckon the bottom 5 will get another 10-12 points tops so 34/35 should be more than enough, we are going to be fine.
Ps We were on 33pts after 28 games.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: JD on March 07, 2012, 07:22:23 AM: Quote from: pauliewalnuts on March 06, 2012, 06:44:09 PM
Anyone who is looking at the fact that Fulham beat Wolves 5-0 last weekend and predicting meltdown because of that, but didn't see the match, should rest assured that Wolves were so piss poor, we too would have kept a clean sheet AND won by at least a three goal margin, even if we'd been playing them at home.

Agreed Paulie, I thought we were bad but Wolves were absolutely dreadful. I think they are in deep shit.

I think we will win 2-1 this weekend.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: darren woolley on March 07, 2012, 12:51:07 PM: Another draw for me 1-1 Gabby.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: woody4866 on March 07, 2012, 09:52:35 PM: Quote from: ZoggyAlways on March 05, 2012, 11:14:03 AM
An unexpected comfortable 3-0 victory Ireland (38) Gabby (68) Nzog (82)
If you believe that - get down the Bookies, 130-1 at Coral ;)
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: brontebilly on March 08, 2012, 06:05:40 AM: When was Gabby's last league goal?

One of Ireland or Nzogbia will score our only goal.

Fulham will score for defo. 1-2. Late winner for Fulham.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: villadelph on March 08, 2012, 06:19:36 AM: Same starting line up as last week. If Charles N'Zogbia doesn't start I will lose my shit. And if Ireland's not out there you might as well listen on the radio because there isn't going to be much to see. For gods sake Villa, win.

Can we please conjure up some sort of 'Score a goal' song/chant, and not let off of it until the ball is in the bag?

Heart: 3-1 (N'Zogbia 22, 72 Ireland 53)
Head: 1-1
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Simba on March 08, 2012, 06:33:53 AM: I gotta chant for you;

all we are saying
is give McLeish the sack.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Rick_avfc on March 08, 2012, 11:45:46 AM: 1-2 to Fulham. Nzogbia for us and Andy Johnson and Pobrebnyak for them
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: TaxDodger on March 08, 2012, 12:30:30 PM: Andy bloody Johnson is going to score isn't he?
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Pete3206 on March 08, 2012, 12:34:09 PM: Pobrebnyak will be a handful, as well as Johnson and Dempsey. It's going to be an uncomfortable afternoon.

:-\
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: OasisVillain on March 08, 2012, 04:54:34 PM: Hope I don't live to regret this decision but i'm taking my son to our first game of the season. He's been with me three times before and hasn't seen us lose yet, mind you two of the three games he's been to were drab 0-0's against Chelsea. Gonna be brave and say 2-1 Villa, come on me babbies!!!
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Tuscans on March 08, 2012, 08:25:27 PM: 0-2 Fulham

Dempsey and Prog Rock
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: McGraths Dry Cleaning on March 08, 2012, 08:45:23 PM: If we don't win this one then the McLeish doomsday clock will surely move to one minute to midnight. It feels like a draw but we must win a football game sooner or later :-\
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Witton Warrior on March 08, 2012, 09:20:52 PM: Quote from: McGraths Dry Cleaning on March 08, 2012, 08:45:23 PM
If we don't win this one then the McLeish doomsday clock will surely move to one minute to midnight. It feels like a draw but we must win a football game sooner or later :-\

I am now convinced that AM is here for at least another season and we just have you get on with it. The lad and I were laughing about when we will see them win again - my longest run is four matches in the 80's.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: villajk on March 08, 2012, 11:13:13 PM: Programme £4 on Saturday.

http://www.avfc.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/0,,10265~2635890,00.html
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: villajk on March 08, 2012, 11:15:13 PM: Artist Verity gives programme cover a marvellous makeover for Fulham
Artist and lifelong fan Sue Verity designs front cover.7th Mar 2012

By Paul Brown

Villa have commissioned artist and lifelong fan Sue Verity to produce the next matchday programme front cover - and she says she'll be in floods of tears when she sees the finished product at the Fulham game.

The Villa News & Record on Saturday is a stunning special edition, with the Acorns partnership very much in the spotlight.

The entire issue is dedicated to the club's link with the children's charity, with pages of content bringing to life the heart-warming affiliation.

Villa even elected to rework the cover, with the usual player image replaced with Sue's classy design.

It features an unnamed player holding an Acorn - encompassing the bond between club and charity.

Sue came up with the iconic image and brought it to life on canvas before passing it on to the design team in B6 to replicate for the £4 issue at the weekend.

Sue, a staunch claret and blue supporter, is relishing the moment she sees fans walking around Villa Park staring appreciatively at the bumper issue.

And she's also thrilled that her original canvas will be auctioned off in the coming weeks, with profits going to Acorns.

She said: "I am a lifelong Villa fan. I grew up following the likes of Brian Little, Paul McGrath and Shaun Teale. It is a real privilege to work with my club.

"I can't believe it really. I have to pinch myself. I am so proud.

"To see a picture of mine being used for the good of Villa and Acorns, it's the perfect combination.

"I shall probably burst into tears when I first see it on the front cover for the first time.

"That's how I usually react when I'm emotional.

"I think it's worked out well. I am happy with the painting and the programme cover. I can't believe I am going to walk around at the game and see people holding copies with my picture on the front.

"It's an honour but very surreal too. It will be an amazing day. I just hope everyone buys a programme and supports the charity more than anything."

Sue explained the significance of the personable picture.

She continued: "The player in the background is not a famous star, he's just the symbol of Aston Villa, the football club.

"The picture is just simply saying the club is supporting the charity wholeheartedly. It's very touching. That's the message of the picture.

"I hope the original painting is eventually signed by the players and as many staff as possible - the tea lady, the groundsman, the cleaner - anyone involved with the club. It's one big family.

"That's what I want to come across. Villa is not just about the football, it's about everybody connected. It will be great when that goes to auction."

Sue, who came into art later in her professional life after an initial career in hairdressing, insists charity work is very close to her heart.

Her mother Jill Woodward died of cancer in 1990 and, from that moment, Sue ensured her canvas career would help others less fortunate than herself.

Paintings of Liam Gallagher, Johnny Depp, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sir Roger Moore, Ian Brown and Keith Richards have raked in hundreds of pounds - with generous helpings going to charity.

She continued: "All of my work is charity-centric. That's very important to me. It's all down to my mum. She's my inspiration.

"Paintings like this one for Acorns are my way of remembering her.

"That's why I love working with charities who are doing things for others.

"Interestingly my first dabble with paintings professionally involved Acorns when I auctioned off a picture of Led Zeppelin frontman Robert Plant. All profits went to the worthwhile children's charity."

Her latest project is an exhibition of work for Birmingham-based charity Survive, a non-profit organisation raising awareness of cancer.

The 'Legends' event is on April 26 at the Sanctum Hotel in Soho.

Tickets - as well as a collection of her iconic paintings - are still available via Sue's website - www.sueverity.co.uk.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: PeterWithesShin on March 08, 2012, 11:30:23 PM: Special anniversary edition remembering our last home win?
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: pauliewalnuts on March 09, 2012, 12:31:40 AM: Quote from: PeterWithesShin on March 08, 2012, 11:30:23 PM
Special anniversary edition remembering our last home win?

Apparently, plans are afoot to celebrate the "Bonfire Nght Boys" who did us proud in squeaking past Norwich after the end of the season.

Reception at the Council House, open top bus, the lot.

Randy proves once again that he values our history.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: PeterWithesShin on March 09, 2012, 12:44:45 AM: If Randy really did still care he'd give us all free sparklers so as we could pay a fitting tribute to that glorious afternoon.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: cheltenhamlion on March 09, 2012, 08:09:24 AM: And a flag on on a stick for every fan, adorned with the date and result, Gabby's face on it and a "Didn't he do well" slogan.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Clampy on March 09, 2012, 08:16:49 AM: £4? I know it's for charity and a very worthy one at that but maybe if they'd knocked the price down of it, more people would dig deep and buy a copy. Bunging on an extra quid will put people off which is a shame.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: UK Redsox on March 09, 2012, 08:19:26 AM: Quote from: villajk on March 08, 2012, 11:13:13 PM
Programme £4 on Saturday.

http://www.avfc.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/0,,10265~2635890,00.html

That's good. Means I'll save £4 by not buying one this week, rather than the normal £3
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Percy McCarthy on March 09, 2012, 08:44:58 AM: Yes, you could buy 2 fanzines with that extra £4 you'll have.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Rip Van We Go Again on March 09, 2012, 11:58:28 AM: Sporting life reckon we'll be fielding the same 11 that started the Blackburn game.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Dave Summers on March 09, 2012, 12:40:36 PM: Quote from: Rip Van Bentfletch on March 09, 2012, 11:58:28 AM
Sporting life reckon we'll be fielding the same 11 that started the Blackburn game.
Well to be fair we were excellent first half, but then dire for the second. I can see why he is going to go the same way, however if I had my wish I think I would like Gabby pushed wide left instead of Albrighton and young Weimann given a run up top.

I'm not a massive fan of Albrighton at the best of times, he lacks the out and out pace to be a top wide player for me and he is certainly not at his most effective on the left where McLeish stuck him last week, therefore I think Gabby will be a better bet there.

Weimann's first and only touch I think last weekend, nearly resulted in a late winner. The kid can score goals, no doubting that, let's chuck him in and see what he is made of.

Of course this isn't going to happen, so I've just wasted 2 mins typing it :-)
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 09, 2012, 12:59:45 PM: We're crap at home and they're crap away, so 1-1.

Quite like Fulham as other Prem teams go, but we need the points more than they do.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Villanation on March 09, 2012, 01:01:57 PM: Another massive landmark game, as every game seems to be, as it happens the much noted drawn games, if it where to happen here would just about drag us 1pt closer to safety and probably we are getting to that place where we are safe bearing in mind how much crappier the sides are below us, and lets face it Fulham are no great shakes.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: pooligan on March 09, 2012, 01:13:09 PM: Fulham are one of those sides who always seem to get a decent result against us at Villa Park, so i think it will be another 1-1 draw. They will go in front just like QPR and we will fight back and get the draw.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Reuben on March 09, 2012, 01:24:03 PM: I think it'll be like last years home game v Newcastle

1-0
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: MadJohnnyC on March 09, 2012, 01:37:29 PM: 1 - 1.

Dempsey puts them in the lead in first 10mins, Gabby equalises on the half hour mark, second half is a drab encounter as both managers settle for what they have.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: McGraths Dry Cleaning on March 09, 2012, 02:48:00 PM: The stakes are high tomorrow - even my wifes normally impenetrable anti football shield has buckled like the Villa back 4 faced with a corner and shes wondering if i'll be home late due to the "protest" if we lose.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Fin Feds Dad on March 09, 2012, 04:18:16 PM: 1-0 - please !

Gabby.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: philthebar on March 09, 2012, 04:18:56 PM: A 2 - 0 win. The turning point of the season, turn a total disaster of season into just a normal disaster.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Matt C on March 09, 2012, 05:08:57 PM: My last home game for a few years as I head off to the US so it can only be a 2-1 Villa win.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: JUAN PABLO on March 09, 2012, 05:33:36 PM: good luck Matt
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: garyshawsknee on March 09, 2012, 05:39:01 PM: Quote from: Matt C on March 09, 2012, 05:08:57 PM
My last home game for a few years as I head off to the US so it can only be a 2-1 Villa win.

Lucky sod,being away from Villa and moving to the States! All the best.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: paulcomben on March 09, 2012, 05:55:45 PM: Glutton for punishment, me. I bought a ticket today, after my wife cancelled an 'orrible event she wanted me to go to.

I note that Lawrenson and his NBA rival on BBC predictions both go for 1-2. My previous games this season were Newcastle (1-1) and Swansea (0-2), which were so awful that I have been reluctant to go more often.

Oh and I also bought one for MON's return on April 21, when we can be confident that Villa will let him leave feeling utterly smug...
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: mr woo on March 09, 2012, 06:10:38 PM: Its fairly easy predicting Villa results these days and I can't see tomorrow throwing up any surprises.

Draw. Probably 1-1.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: preston28 on March 10, 2012, 07:16:43 AM: After the last tow games I can at best see a draw at worst a home defeat. :(

I'm going to a 1-2 home defeat & hope I am wrong...............
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Ian. on March 10, 2012, 07:23:16 AM: Our terrible run of results at home must change at some point so I'm going for a shock 3-0 win for us.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: TonyD on March 10, 2012, 07:45:27 AM: Lots of negativity on this thread. I am expecting a comfortable 1.1 win.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: russon on March 10, 2012, 07:47:53 AM: 3-0 victory, McLeish carried to the dressing room on player's shoulders as he blows kisses to the Trinity who respond with hearty applause and a deluge of garlands
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: manic-road on March 10, 2012, 08:31:57 AM: I think it will be 1-1
Gabby to score.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Malandro on March 10, 2012, 08:59:08 AM: My wife got me tickets for my Birthday but I've sold them to a work mate and I'm going to watch Forest V Millwall (local for me)

I'm not driving to Brum to watch Danny Murphy score
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Shrek on March 10, 2012, 09:18:17 AM: 4-0

Gabby hattrick and N'Zogbia

And I'm being serious, it's going to happen. Come on Villa.!!!!
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Summers on March 10, 2012, 09:37:13 AM: Draw at best. Sigh.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Karl Bridges on March 10, 2012, 10:29:56 AM: Fear not chaps. After giving up my season ticket this season I have only been to two games both rsulting in wins against Wigan & Blackburn. One of the guys at work can't attend and has given me his season ticket. So I can only forsee a 3-1 triumph for the Villa.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Doorbell on March 10, 2012, 10:40:03 AM: Wish I was as optimistic as others on here! I'm feeling a loss today, followed by eck blaming Darren bent for not scoring...
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: VillaSpen on March 10, 2012, 10:44:38 AM: I honestly don't know where the next win is going to come from. 0-0.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: ozzjim on March 10, 2012, 11:06:23 AM: I am changing my defeat prediction to a very nervous 1-0 win similar to the Newcastle game last season that turned it round for us. Then not winning again all season, but clawing to 36 points and safety.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Dave Clark Five on March 10, 2012, 11:21:38 AM: Quote from: ozzjim on March 10, 2012, 11:06:23 AM
I am changing my defeat prediction to a very nervous 1-0 win similar to the Newcastle game last season that turned it round for us. Then not winning again all season, but clawing to 36 points and safety.
If it is 1-0 at 85 minutes, there will be a lot of finger nail chewing going on.
Then at 90 minutes the dreaded 'a minimum of FOUR minutes added time' is announced.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Chipsticks on March 10, 2012, 11:30:28 AM: That pomegranate's probably gonna do a number on us, he looks like a fine striker. Still going with 2-1 to the Villa though.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: PaulWinch again on March 10, 2012, 12:07:14 PM: We really really need to win today, desperately.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Shrek on March 10, 2012, 12:22:30 PM: If pick the same team as Last week we will definatly win.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: JUAN PABLO on March 10, 2012, 12:40:29 PM: Quote from: russon on March 10, 2012, 07:47:53 AM
3-0 victory, McLeish carried to the dressing room on player's shoulders as he blows kisses to the Trinity who respond with hearty applause and a deluge of garlands

This would only happen If it ends 0-0
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: midnite on March 10, 2012, 01:14:07 PM: Lookin forward to a few beers with the lads... Oh yeah there's a game on too. Bore draw if we're lucky. But as always. Come on you villa boys!!
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Andy_Lochhead_in_the_air on March 10, 2012, 01:22:19 PM: Irrelevant generally boring match pointers.

No win today would equal our worst ever run in the top flight without a home win - eight matches, set in 1921.
Fulham have not won at Villa in the league for 12 games dating back to March 1973.
Villa have been involved in more drawn games (235) than any other team in Premier League history.
Fulham are the Premier League lowest scorers in away games this season. (8 )
Only Wigan (11) have scored fewer league goals at home this season than Villa. (14 )
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: WALTERS WARRIORS on March 10, 2012, 01:40:29 PM: Quote from: Malandro on March 10, 2012, 08:59:08 AM
My wife got me tickets for my Birthday but I've sold them to a work mate and I'm going to watch Forest V Millwall (local for me)

I'm not driving to Brum to watch Danny Murphy score

Seriously suggest you start supporting Forest. No travel - no pasison and no loyalty. Think that might suit you a treat .......
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: berneboy on March 10, 2012, 02:09:36 PM: Same team as we started with last week
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Chipsticks on March 10, 2012, 02:26:13 PM: Bloke on TalkSport was going on about our poor home form, as he should, but mentioned that we still have to play Liverpool and Arsenal at home, which is incorrect. Something really annoying about hearing the reporter get it wrong.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: timeoutbigbar on March 10, 2012, 02:29:32 PM: Quote from: Chipsticks on March 10, 2012, 02:26:13 PM
Bloke on TalkSport was going on about our poor home form, as he should, but mentioned that we still have to play Liverpool and Arsenal at home, which is incorrect. Something really annoying about hearing the reporter get it wrong.

I think its the fact they get paid to know these things, things that average fans know.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Villanation on March 10, 2012, 02:46:35 PM: Huge game coming up, benchmark that most would consider an equal team to ourselves, do we win and show we still have the ability or lose and show we are well and truly in doldrums or do an Alex McLiesh.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Boz on March 10, 2012, 03:57:31 PM: Obviously McLeish is happy with 0-0 as I saw him applauding as he went in at half time. We might have had a preponderance of play 66% and 11 shots to 2 but only 4 on target. This is going the way of recent matches, and I'm wondering what Villa team will emerge for the second half. If it's the one like last week, we'll lose I think. We need an early goal, time to take a chance with Weimann.
Title: Re: Aston Villa v Fulham Pre-Match Thread
Post by: Dave Clark Five on March 10, 2012, 06:47:48 PM: Quote from: Chipsticks on March 10, 2012, 11:30:28 AM
That pomegranate's probably gonna do a number on us, he looks like a fine striker. Still going with 2-1 to the Villa though.
Collins had him in his pocket.