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Heroes & Villains => Match Threads & Player Ratings => Topic started by: UK Redsox on April 20, 2015, 12:26:06 PM
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Has a kick off time been decided ?
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Saturday 30th May at 3pm I think.
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No it is 5.30 or 6pm - because the BT coverage doesn't start until 5pm.
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Which is utterly ridiculous by the way.
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I wonder if the club will show it on a big screen at Villa park for those of us who'll struggle to get a ticket...?
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http://www.bbc.com/sport/football/fa-cup/fixtures
I may be mistaken however - I am confused because I watched the game on TV yesterday and at the end they put up a caption saying their coverage started at 5pm on 30th May.
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On the BT website there is no start time for coverage
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http://sport.bt.com/sportfootball/news/live-football-on-bt-sport-S11376627423099
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Presume the BBC dont give it the big build up now - Its a knockout, meet the teams, camera on the team bus etc
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On the BT website there is no start time for coverage
And the FA website says KO time depends on TV schedule!
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On the BT website there is no start time for coverage
That's what I've been seeing.
The Wemberleeee Stadium site says TBC.
The only place that I've seen a time listed is on http://www.live-footballontv.com/live-english-football-on-tv.html which says 3pm
I'm asking because if its a 3pm KO I'd be tempted to stay overnight in that there London but if its a 5pm or later, I'd go across and back on the day.
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Saturday 30th May at 3pm I think.
Until a KO time is decided, some sites (inc da Beeb) list all games as 3pm. eg, originally both semis were listed for Sat 18 Apr at 3pm
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I took it from the caption on BT that it kicked off at 5?
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Last year's kicked off at five. This'll be the same I imagine.
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Thought it was 3pm last year and 5pm the year before when it was Wigan/Citeh
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I'm pretty sure I remember something being announced a couple of years ago that all future finals would kick off at 5pm, to increase viewing figures.
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Its been 5pm for the last 3 seasons I think?
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Thought it was 3pm last year and 5pm the year before when it was Wigan/Citeh
Last year was 5pm
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/football/competitions/fa-cup/10838021/FA-Cup-final-2014-Arsenal-vs-Hull-City-live.html
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Thought it was 3pm last year and 5pm the year before when it was Wigan/Citeh
Last year was 5pm
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/football/competitions/fa-cup/10838021/FA-Cup-final-2014-Arsenal-vs-Hull-City-live.html
I stand corrected! Any Villa fans doing the Sutton Coldfield Fun Run the following day are going to record Personal Worsts!
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I thought it was always 5pm now as they came out with the BS about it not affecting other games attendances.
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Only once in the last God knows how long would going on holiday on the 20th of May have resulted in me missing the final.
Signed
Son of Legion.
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Only once in the last God knows how long would going on holiday on the 20th of May have resulted in me missing the final.
Signed
Son of Legion.
Have a good holiday, Can I have your ticket?
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Ticket news by end of week (http://www.avfc.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/0,,10265~4655019,00.html)
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I thought it was always 5pm now as they came out with the BS about it not affecting other games attendances.
Given the date of the final, I don't think it clashes with anything though?
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It's weird at the moment I can't see any conceivable way that we won't win it.
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I should stress, as it draws closer I'm likely to move towards thinking the opposite!
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The FA web site has the ticket prices as £50, 70, 90 and 120 for the final.
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The FA web site has the ticket prices as £50, 70, 90 and 120 for the final.
I'll have 20,000 at those prices please.
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Ticket news by end of week (http://www.avfc.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/0,,10265~4655019,00.html)
what was the seat like yesterday?
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They really are thieving bastards. My ticket yesterday was £53. If I sit in the same seat for the final it will be £90. And if you were in a £63 seat yesterday, you'll be paying £120. Really is a piss-take.
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Great, thank you.
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I won't get near the game sadly, but good luck to everyone else and make the noise you made yesterday.
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I think Hull and Arsenal got 25k each last year. Those prices though.........
With the same criteria for the final as the semi but with one more cup game added I may stand a chance of a ticket. Here's hoping......
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Really hope it's a 3pm kick off.
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It won't be due to the global audience.
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I think Hull and Arsenal got 25k each last year. Those prices though.........
With the same criteria for the final as the semi but with one more cup game added I may stand a chance of a ticket. Here's hoping......
has criteria been confirmed
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BT Sport advertised it as 5pm kick off
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I think Hull and Arsenal got 25k each last year. Those prices though.........
With the same criteria for the final as the semi but with one more cup game added I may stand a chance of a ticket. Here's hoping......
has criteria been confirmed
Yes - first refusal goes to people who will sit down.
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I think Hull and Arsenal got 25k each last year. Those prices though.........
With the same criteria for the final as the semi but with one more cup game added I may stand a chance of a ticket. Here's hoping......
has criteria been confirmed
Yes - first refusal goes to people who will sit down.
I don't mind paying for the expensive area as long as it's standing.mind you I was in the £33.00 area yesterday and nearly all standing.
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Seriously Witton End, will you shut the fuck up about standing.
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I bet he pisses sitting down.
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Seriously Witton End, will you shut the fuck up about standing.
I wonder if Witton End ever sits down?
Maybe he has a job where he has to stand up all the time? Maybe he forgoes sofas and armchairs at home and just has a crush barrier in his living room? Does he make an exception for sleeping or is lying down even more of a no no than sitting? maybe he's into BDSM and his mistress spanks him so hard he can't sit down? Maybe he has a disease that means he can't bend at the hips so has to either stand or lie down all the time?
Maybe he takes PWSs advice and shuts up about standing.....
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My missus just reminded me we're in Cornwall that week......should have seen her face when I told her we need to re-arrange it.
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My missus just reminded me we're in Cornwall that week......should have seen her face when I told her we need to re-arrange it.
Went down well did it?
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120 quid's a bit steep isn't it? Still, when you break it down since our last win it's only just above 2 quid a year. Bargain.
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120 quid's a bit steep isn't it? Still, when you break it down since our last win it's only just above 2 quid a year. Bargain.
an even better bargain is paying 2 quid a week for 30 weeks to get a £60 seat
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120 quid's a bit steep isn't it? Still, when you break it down since our last win it's only just above 2 quid a year. Bargain.
Well, I'm only 44 so I object to paying £2 a year for the period 1957-1970. £90 seats it is, then.
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Absolutely no way I'll be able to get a ticket. I'm in the position of just hoping some random contact gets one and gives it to me.
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Absolutely no way I'll be able to get a ticket. I'm in the position of just hoping some random contact gets one and gives it to me.
If I get a ticket, you can have it...somewhat unlikely though since I've not been to a game since 2003 :(
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My missus just reminded me we're in Cornwall that week......should have seen her face when I told her we need to re-arrange it.
Went down well did it?
Hi Stu,
She told me this morning I was so pissed when I got in she had to wake me up in the shower.
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I know people have different budgets but if I can get a ticket for Villa for a FA Cup final and we win it, my god £120 would be peanuts.
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Absolutely no way I'll be able to get a ticket. I'm in the position of just hoping some random contact gets one and gives it to me.
If I get a ticket, you can have it...somewhat unlikely though since I've not been to a game since 2003 :(
yeaaahhhhhhhh, oh.
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Just been on SSN that the FA Cup Final ticket allocations haven't been determined yet and they will be meeting with both clubs this week before announcing club and corporate allocations. More details announced later this week.
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I stand corrected! Any Villa fans doing the Sutton Coldfield Fun Run the following day are going to record Personal Worsts!
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I was hoping for a PB this year! Thats going right out the window....if I turn up for it I suppose it will do a job of curing the hangover and this isnt the sort of problem I have issue with, being that we are there.
As a side, how delightful it is posting on a thread entitled FA Cup Final.
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Is the f.a. Cup not classed as one of the Crown Jewels so must be on normal TV
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Only once in the last God knows how long would going on holiday on the 20th of May have resulted in me missing the final.
Signed
Son of Legion.
Have a good holiday, Can I have your ticket?
I'm going to be in Peru, celebrating a tenth wedding anniversary. Our wedding day was chosen because the season is always done by the end of May.
There is nobody at the FA I don't hate right now.
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Is the f.a. Cup not classed as one of the Crown Jewels so must be on normal TV
It is at the moment but its only a matter of time before that goes too.
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Got home at 11:30 last night so it's going to be at least 01:30 in the morning for a 5 pm kick off. Given it's a Sunday the following day - what's the rush back? How easy would it be to get a room?
Well, the IBIS is full (good bar yesterday BTW) but the Holiday Inn and the Hilton Hotel across the road to Wembley have rooms available. Now I know that £199 (Holiday Inn) and £275 (Hilton) for the cheapest is a lot of cash, they clearly bump the price up for Final and who can blame them.
However, if you have Hilton Honours Points it's still only 50,000 points for the night - which is a proper, proper bargain. I reckon they forgotten to update the website. If you have HH Points, I would get in quick.
TGI's after the game and fall into a drunken sleep upstairs. Sunday eating breakfast looking out over Wembley, reflecting on only 3rd FA Cup Final Aston Villa have played in the last 58 years (is that correct?)
Happy Days.
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Only once in the last God knows how long would going on holiday on the 20th of May have resulted in me missing the final.
Signed
Son of Legion.
Have a good holiday, Can I have your ticket?
I'm going to be in Peru, celebrating a tenth wedding anniversary. Our wedding day was chosen because the season is always done by the end of May.
There is nobody at the FA I don't hate right now.
Cancel it - what's more important Villa or wife? My vows stated until AVFC do us part!!
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My missus just reminded me we're in Cornwall that week......should have seen her face when I told her we need to re-arrange it.
You probably unintentionally make a good point: when the FA/UEFA/FIFA/TV are carving up the calendar I doubt they have any consideration to the fact that the week that begins with a Bank Holiday and is half term across the length and breadth of the country is one when many true football supporters will be away - and when making the booking will have given minimal thought as to the prospect of their club competing in the Cup final. Back in the day even the Home Internationals were over by the twenty-something of May.
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Aston Villa V Everton Sat 2 May 15:00
Aston Villa V West Ham Sat 9 May 15:00
Southampton V Aston Villa Sat 16 May 12:45
Aston Villa V Burnley Sun 24 May 15:00
Arsenal V Aston Villa Sat 30 May 15:00
...Looks good doesn't it? 8)
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Hey Leeg, if you're going to edit my thread title, please can we go back to what I originally called it before I changed it to be specifically about the KO time
ie....."FA Cup Final Pre-Pre-Match Thread"
EDIT - done it myself. I didn't know that us meet mortals could override a Mod edit
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Trending on Twatter at the moment is an idea that Villa & Arsenal fans will sing Happy Birthday to Steven Gerrard in the 35th minute of the final. I believe that's called banter.
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Trending on Twatter at the moment is an idea that Villa & Arsenal fans will sing Happy Birthday to Steven Gerrard in the 35th minute of the final. I believe that's called banter.
No doubt the media would completely miss the sarcasm and say that Arsenal and Villa fans were singing in tribute to the decaying carcass of Steeeeeeeeeeeevieeeeeeeeeeee Geeeeeeeeeeee
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How brilliant for us to be able to totally take the piss but still get credit for being so generous and classy.
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How brilliant for us to be able to totally take the piss but still get credit for being so generous and classy.
As every fan in Britain laughs themselves silly ;-)
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Hey Leeg, if you're going to edit my thread title, please can we go back to what I originally called it before I changed it to be specifically about the KO time
ie....."FA Cup Final Pre-Pre-Match Thread"
EDIT - done it myself. I didn't know that us meet mortals could override a Mod edit
It's your thread so you can call it what you want, but personally I think it would be a better idea to have information and questions, etc in the run-up to the Final itself all in one thread to save multiple postings.
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Which is also why it was stickied.
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Which is also why it was stickied.
It didn't show as stickied on my iPad. It was in the normal section.
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Hey Leeg, if you're going to edit my thread title, please can we go back to what I originally called it before I changed it to be specifically about the KO time
ie....."FA Cup Final Pre-Pre-Match Thread"
EDIT - done it myself. I didn't know that us meet mortals could override a Mod edit
It's your thread so you can call it what you want, but personally I think it would be a better idea to have information and questions, etc in the run-up to the Final itself all in one thread to save multiple postings.
Ok Leeg. That makes sense.
Feel free to put it back to how you had it
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So will this be showing on the BBC, or do BT Sport have exclusive rights?
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I'm going to be in Peru, celebrating a tenth wedding anniversary.
Anybody's in particular?
Incidentally, just having a stickied thread on here called "FA Cup Final..." is thrilling in itself.
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Not only do we have the sheer pleasure of an FA Cup final to look forward to, but we also have a month of seeing and hearing just how much it's killing our nearest and dearest neighbours. It's a fantastic added bonus, so many of them are absolutely gutted.
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So will this be showing on the BBC, or do BT Sport have exclusive rights?
It's on both.
Why would BT have exclusive rights when the BBC get first pick of every single round?
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Trending on Twatter at the moment is an idea that Villa & Arsenal fans will sing Happy Birthday to Steven Gerrard in the 35th minute of the final. I believe that's called banter.
I am loving that !!!
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Aston Villa V Everton Sat 2 May 15:00
Aston Villa V West Ham Sat 9 May 15:00
Southampton V Aston Villa Sat 16 May 12:45
Aston Villa V Burnley Sun 24 May 15:00
Arsenal V Aston Villa Sat 30 May 15:00
...Looks good doesn't it? 8)
Hmm...not if it means that Arsenal are officially the home team as that means we'll not be wearing claret and blue :(
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Anyone got any ideas how much a club wembley ticket for the final will cost? Also any guesstimates on how much the standard tickets will be going for on the black market? I'm not going to qualify for a ticket so guess I need to start saving... Well done Villa brilliant day yesterday.
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Aston Villa V Everton Sat 2 May 15:00
Aston Villa V West Ham Sat 9 May 15:00
Southampton V Aston Villa Sat 16 May 12:45
Aston Villa V Burnley Sun 24 May 15:00
Arsenal V Aston Villa Sat 30 May 15:00
...Looks good doesn't it? 8)
Hmm...not if it means that Arsenal are officially the home team as that means we'll not be wearing claret and blue :(
In recent years we have a much better record against Arsenal when not wearing claret and blue.
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Hey Leeg, if you're going to edit my thread title, please can we go back to what I originally called it before I changed it to be specifically about the KO time
ie....."FA Cup Final Pre-Pre-Match Thread"
EDIT - done it myself. I didn't know that us meet mortals could override a Mod edit
It's your thread so you can call it what you want, but personally I think it would be a better idea to have information and questions, etc in the run-up to the Final itself all in one thread to save multiple postings.
Ok Leeg. That makes sense.
Feel free to put it back to how you had it
Sound. Will do.
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Aston Villa V Everton Sat 2 May 15:00
Aston Villa V West Ham Sat 9 May 15:00
Southampton V Aston Villa Sat 16 May 12:45
Aston Villa V Burnley Sun 24 May 15:00
Arsenal V Aston Villa Sat 30 May 15:00
...Looks good doesn't it? 8)
Hmm...not if it means that Arsenal are officially the home team as that means we'll not be wearing claret and blue :(
Don't see why we can't wear claret & blue.
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Got home at 11:30 last night so it's going to be at least 01:30 in the morning for a 5 pm kick off. Given it's a Sunday the following day - what's the rush back? How easy would it be to get a room?
Well, the IBIS is full (good bar yesterday BTW) but the Holiday Inn and the Hilton Hotel across the road to Wembley have rooms available. Now I know that £199 (Holiday Inn) and £275 (Hilton) for the cheapest is a lot of cash, they clearly bump the price up for Final and who can blame them.
However, if you have Hilton Honours Points it's still only 50,000 points for the night - which is a proper, proper bargain. I reckon they forgotten to update the website. If you have HH Points, I would get in quick.
TGI's after the game and fall into a drunken sleep upstairs. Sunday eating breakfast looking out over Wembley, reflecting on only 3rd FA Cup Final Aston Villa have played in the last 58 years (is that correct?)
Happy Days.
A King Hilton Guestroom at the Hilton Metropole, where we stayed on Saturday, is £100 more for 30th May. :( However, as soon as I arrived on Saturday and was able to park in parking space 74 (year we were founded) and upgraded to room 871 (3 of the four digits from the year we were founded!) from which room in the west tower we could see Wembley, I knew Sunday was going to be a good day.
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Hilton wembley rooms starting at about £400 on 30th May at moment.
Luckily I booked the premier inn as banter on a flexible back in Jan. I've got the Friday and Saturday held at £75 a night.
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Anyone got any ideas how much a club wembley ticket for the final will cost? Also any guesstimates on how much the standard tickets will be going for on the black market? I'm not going to qualify for a ticket so guess I need to start saving... Well done Villa brilliant day yesterday.
£280 is the cheapest I've found considering you'd pay £250 for Club Wembley where you could be surrounded by Arsenal twats that's not too bad.
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http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/football/competitions/fa-cup/11550497/Arsenal-and-Aston-Villa-fans-expect-to-miss-out-on-FA-Cup-final-tickets.html
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http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/football/competitions/fa-cup/11550497/Arsenal-and-Aston-Villa-fans-expect-to-miss-out-on-FA-Cup-final-tickets.html
Arsenal have 45,000 season ticket holders, we less than 20,000 good job it won't be pro-rata
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http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/football/competitions/fa-cup/11550497/Arsenal-and-Aston-Villa-fans-expect-to-miss-out-on-FA-Cup-final-tickets.html
Interesting to see that Arsenal gave away match goers priority whereas Villa didn't include that at any of the allocation criteria.
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I'm going to be in Peru, celebrating a tenth wedding anniversary.
Anybody's in particular?
Incidentally, just having a stickied thread on here called "FA Cup Final..." is thrilling in itself.
Oh yes. Isn't it just!
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How on earth are we in an FA Cup Final after this season ! Surreal
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Aston Villa V Everton Sat 2 May 15:00
Aston Villa V West Ham Sat 9 May 15:00
Southampton V Aston Villa Sat 16 May 12:45
Aston Villa V Burnley Sun 24 May 15:00
Arsenal V Aston Villa Sat 30 May 15:00
...Looks good doesn't it? 8)
Hmm...not if it means that Arsenal are officially the home team as that means we'll not be wearing claret and blue :(
Don't see why we can't wear claret & blue.
Villa and Arsenal never play each other with both wearing home kits (same when we play other all-red teams, Manure and them lot from yesterday). I guess the white away shirts do evoke the spirit of '82. Just make sure when we win the cup, our players don't swap shirts and end-up in the opposition's shagging colours in all the victory photos.
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dont think I saw a villa player swap shirt yesterday which was a bonus
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http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/football/competitions/fa-cup/11550497/Arsenal-and-Aston-Villa-fans-expect-to-miss-out-on-FA-Cup-final-tickets.html
Interesting to see that Arsenal gave away match goers priority whereas Villa didn't include that at any of the allocation criteria.
They have to as they have more ST holders than available tickets. They also use a points system as well as different membership tiers.
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Arsenal also had a ballot system going for the semi , even for ST holders . The one I work with (pays £2.5k for him and his sons ST) got through the ballot
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The ballot is for fans in a third tier of criteria. The first two use away games as that's the only way to separate ST holders as they have than they receive Wembley tickets.
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I REALLY hope Colombia and Chile decide to be gits and force Sanchez and Ospina to miss the final. They probably won't though.
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I find it odd that a one off showpiece match , on a day with no other games, doesn't have the KO time fixed at the start of the season. They'll never factor in fan's travel arrangements anyway so presumably it's down to which countries buy into TV coverage. I imagine most would buy in anyway as it's the English Cup Final.
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I REALLY hope Colombia and Chile decide to be gits and force Sanchez and Ospina to miss the final. They probably won't though.
Szczezney will be in goal - they always use the back-up keeper in the cups like we do.
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5pm kick off is midnight in Beijing
Would have thought 3pm would suit them better ??
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Anyone got any ideas how much a club wembley ticket for the final will cost? Also any guesstimates on how much the standard tickets will be going for on the black market? I'm not going to qualify for a ticket so guess I need to start saving... Well done Villa brilliant day yesterday.
£280 is the cheapest I've found considering you'd pay £250 for Club Wembley where you could be surrounded by Arsenal twats that's not too bad.
I'm considering doing this rather than paying a tout. Any idea what you get for £280?
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What site for £280 tickets?
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Anyone got any ideas how much a club wembley ticket for the final will cost? Also any guesstimates on how much the standard tickets will be going for on the black market? I'm not going to qualify for a ticket so guess I need to start saving... Well done Villa brilliant day yesterday.
£280 is the cheapest I've found considering you'd pay £250 for Club Wembley where you could be surrounded by Arsenal twats that's not too bad.
I'm considering doing this rather than paying a tout. Any idea what you get for £280?
Bog standard tickets with the poor people.
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Aston Villa V Everton Sat 2 May 15:00
Aston Villa V West Ham Sat 9 May 15:00
Southampton V Aston Villa Sat 16 May 12:45
Aston Villa V Burnley Sun 24 May 15:00
Arsenal V Aston Villa Sat 30 May 15:00
...Looks good doesn't it? 8)
Hmm...not if it means that Arsenal are officially the home team as that means we'll not be wearing claret and blue :(
Don't see why we can't wear claret & blue.
It's weird watching the 90s season reviews and seeing Arsenal playing at VP in red shirts some seasons, pretty much always now both teams play in away kits now although I think we may have played one fixture at the Emirates in claret and blue perhaps?
I'd like to see us in C&B for the final purely as we won yesterday in our colours and it just seems better watching us in big games wearing Claret and Blue rather than white or whatever.
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All white wouldnt be a bad option...
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Aye. We'll be wearing stripes either way, so we'll have a chance.
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My wife is trying to re-arrange the birthday party for our 3 year old which is currently due to take place at the same time as the final.......to be fair she is doing this with absolutely no prompting from me. Very unlikely I will get a ticket but I want to be surrounded by Villa fans however I watch it.
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5pm kick off is midnight in Beijing
Would have thought 3pm would suit them better ??
I don't think foreign people care too much about the FA Cup, it's all about the Premier League. The 5pm start is considered better for domestic TV viewers.
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Anyone got any ideas how much a club wembley ticket for the final will cost? Also any guesstimates on how much the standard tickets will be going for on the black market? I'm not going to qualify for a ticket so guess I need to start saving... Well done Villa brilliant day yesterday.
£280 is the cheapest I've found considering you'd pay £250 for Club Wembley where you could be surrounded by Arsenal twats that's not too bad.
I'm considering doing this rather than paying a tout. Any idea what you get for £280?
Depends on the package. I've had one that was a paid bar and free tea and coffee before with sandwiches/pies after. I've also had one that was a three course meal before with as much booze as you can get down your neck. The seats are good, lower tier behind the benches.
I was in the Royal Box yesterday. I'm worried I've become 'that guy'.
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Wasn't the 5pm thing just an ITV invention to make it some sort of evening entertainment bonanza with Britan's got Talent following after.
Maybe now it's back on BBC it will go back to 3pm with less need for prime time, I'd prefer it back in the traditional time.
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5pm kick off is midnight in Beijing
Would have thought 3pm would suit them better ??
I don't think foreign people care too much about the FA Cup, it's all about the Premier League. The 5pm start is considered better for domestic TV viewers.
Ahh got you, squeezed in before X Factors Got Talent ?
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Anyone got any ideas how much a club wembley ticket for the final will cost? Also any guesstimates on how much the standard tickets will be going for on the black market? I'm not going to qualify for a ticket so guess I need to start saving... Well done Villa brilliant day yesterday.
£280 is the cheapest I've found considering you'd pay £250 for Club Wembley where you could be surrounded by Arsenal twats that's not too bad.
I'm considering doing this rather than paying a tout. Any idea what you get for £280?
Depends on the package. I've had one that was a paid bar and free tea and coffee before with sandwiches/pies after. I've also had one that was a three course meal before with as much booze as you can get down your neck. The seats are good, lower tier behind the benches.
I was in the Royal Box yesterday. I'm worried I've become 'that guy'.
Where can you get Club Wembley for £250?
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Club wembley will be £450 upwards per seat
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Wasn't the 5pm thing just an ITV invention to make it some sort of evening entertainment bonanza with Britan's got Talent following after.
It was first at 5.15pm in 2012 because there were league fixtures on the same day and they didn't want the clash. There were much higher viewing figures than the previous year, so they've kept it later ever since.
The bright sparks assumed that it was the time that meant more people watched it, rather than the fact that Liverpool vs Chelsea is likely to get higher viewing figures than Man City vs Stoke even if you put it on at 2am.
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£250 for Club Wembley for the final? Be lucky to get any change from £500.
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£250 for Club Wembley for the final? Be lucky to get any change from £500.
Absolutely.
The bottom, cheapest CW seats are 180 quid, and that's on the basis that you agree to pay for 12 of them over the season, in one chunk. There are three levels above that - silver, gold, Bobby Moore club.
I think you'll be starting at 500 quid for the final, and that's if you're lucky.
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Anyone got any ideas how much a club wembley ticket for the final will cost? Also any guesstimates on how much the standard tickets will be going for on the black market? I'm not going to qualify for a ticket so guess I need to start saving... Well done Villa brilliant day yesterday.
£280 is the cheapest I've found considering you'd pay £250 for Club Wembley where you could be surrounded by Arsenal twats that's not too bad.
I'm considering doing this rather than paying a tout. Any idea what you get for £280?
Depends on the package. I've had one that was a paid bar and free tea and coffee before with sandwiches/pies after. I've also had one that was a three course meal before with as much booze as you can get down your neck. The seats are good, lower tier behind the benches.
I was in the Royal Box yesterday. I'm worried I've become 'that guy'.
Where can you get Club Wembley for £250?
Don't know... I get them for free.
Their Twitter was saying "start your membership with the FA Cup final" Don't know if that's a help?
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Is it just Baker and Kozak who are definitely unavailable? Is Clark definitely out?
Whatever about the cup final really need our players to press on for the rest of the league games. Really need to avoid getting dragged back into the relegation dogfight.
Sinclair, Gabby, Sanchez and Hutton all to come back in. I don't rate Cissokho at all and reckon Sherwood doesn't either. Weimann and Gil looked to have dropped down the peck in order at the moment.
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People are ignoring the most important thing in all this worry about tickets, winning a trophy etc
And that is, who will record our cup final song?
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Is it just Baker and Kozak who are definitely unavailable? Is Clark definitely out?
Whatever about the cup final really need our players to press on for the rest of the league games. Really need to avoid getting dragged back into the relegation dogfight.
Sinclair, Gabby, Sanchez and Hutton all to come back in. I don't rate Cissokho at all and reckon Sherwood doesn't either. Weimann and Gil looked to have dropped down the peck in order at the moment.
Clark supposedly done for the season.
And we have no way of knowing what Sherwood thinks of Aly as he's been injured since Stoke which was Sherwood's first game.
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People are ignoring the most important thing in all this worry about tickets, winning a trophy etc
And that is, who will record our cup final song?
Black Sabbath
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ELO, Jamelia and Darren Byfield.
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People are ignoring the most important thing in all this worry about tickets, winning a trophy etc
And that is, who will record our cup final song?
Personally I'm voting for Colin Davies. I do hope our Benjamin writes another poem mind you.
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People are ignoring the most important thing in all this worry about tickets, winning a trophy etc
And that is, who will record our cup final song?
Dave Chance has done another one. It was played on WM last night. It was a version of Ghost Riders.
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People are ignoring the most important thing in all this worry about tickets, winning a trophy etc
And that is, who will record our cup final song?
Napalm Death please...
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Talking of Dave chance clamps it is a wonder he never did you'll never walk alone, For Liverpool as
He sang to the Holte end before it was demolished
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Never mind the song, what about the Cup Final suits? Ciro Citterio went tits up years ago so what the hell are they going to wear for the short coach trip from their hotel to the stadium?
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Never mind the song, what about the Cup Final suits? Ciro Citterio went tits up years ago so what the hell are they going to wear for the short coach trip from their hotel to the stadium?
N'Zog has put his name forward to sort this out.
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Never mind the song, what about the Cup Final suits? Ciro Citterio went tits up years ago so what the hell are they going to wear for the short coach trip from their hotel to the stadium?
N'Zog has put his name forward to sort this out.
They might all wear gilets ( which is easier for me to spell than pronounce)
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People are ignoring the most important thing in all this worry about tickets, winning a trophy etc
And that is, who will record our cup final song?
A poem from Benjamin accompanied on the fiddle by Nige.
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Another alcohol fueled song we managed on the way back from the game needs an airing...
HI OH, HI Oh,
There's nothing in you fridge.
Hi OH, Hi OH,
There's nothing in your fridge.
Your Mother's into Drum and Bass
Your Father's into Trance.
We're all doing a Wembley Dance
Repeat.
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People are ignoring the most important thing in all this worry about tickets, winning a trophy etc
And that is, who will record our cup final song?
A poem from Benjamin accompanied on the fiddle by Nige.
And Geezer on the bass
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Mr.T.Fox.
Villa Park.
Birmingham.
B6 6HE.
Dear Sir,
First of all let me stress that this isn't a begging letter for a Cup Final ticket.
I just thought that you might like to know of my family's part in our history. My great, great,great granddad was the lamp lighter who lit the lamp on that fateful evening when our club was formed. And it was in 1888 over a couple of pints in the pub my great,great uncle mentioned to Mr.MacGregor that it was about time football was put on a more competitive basis and teams should play each other home and away and points be awarded for a win or a draw with the team with most points at the end of the season being declared champions.
Then in 1974 whilst the clamour to bring in Brian Clough was at it's height my dad had a quiet word with the chairman and mentioned that Mr.Saunders
would be a better choice to manage our club and restore us to our rightful place at the pinnacle of football.
And I understand that it was my letter to you saying that Paul Lambert should be replaced by Tim Sherwood was the catalyst for what has happened to our great club since then.
So you see my family's DNA and that of the club are so entwined you can't tell us apart.
As I said at the beginning this isn't a begging letter for a Cup Final ticket but if one were to turn up in the post I wouldn't be so churlish as to refuse to accept such a magnificent gift.
Yours Sincerely.
The Laughing Policeman.
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Another alcohol fueled song we managed on the way back from the game needs an airing...
HI OH, HI Oh,
There's nothing in you fridge.
Hi OH, Hi OH,
There's nothing in your fridge.
Your Mother's into Drum and Bass
Your Father's into Trance.
We're all doing a Wembley Dance
Repeat.
I used to sing the original of that but that one is much better, the original was "Couldn't fill a fridge" (empty grounds) Mothers in to tupperware your fathers into pants, we're all doing the Holte end Dance.
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Jon Moss to be the ref. Looking for omens, another 90th minute penalty like the one he gave against Albion in the league would be nice.
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People are ignoring the most important thing in all this worry about tickets, winning a trophy etc
And that is, who will record our cup final song?
Chas n Dave.
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SSN Breaking news:
FA charge Villa and Reading in relation to crowd disturbances at FA Cup 6th round ties. Both clubs have 2 days to appeal.
...also as posted by ozzjim, John Moss confirmed as ref for the FA Cup Final.
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People are ignoring the most important thing in all this worry about tickets, winning a trophy etc
And that is, who will record our cup final song?
Forget that, who's making the suits now Ciro Citterio has closed?
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People are ignoring the most important thing in all this worry about tickets, winning a trophy etc
And that is, who will record our cup final song?
Forget that, who's making the suits now Ciro Citterio has closed?
Keep up, Des
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Everything is absolutely brilliant again, isn't it?
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Jon Moss is refereeing. Wasn't he the drummer in Culture Club?
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I think so - what we need now is the boy George running one of the lines
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SSN Breaking news:
FA charge Villa and Reading in relation to crowd disturbances at FA Cup 6th round ties. Both clubs have 2 days to appeal.
...also as posted by ozzjim, John Moss confirmed as ref for the FA Cup Final.
I expect we'll get the same punishment as Cambridge did for their pitch invasion. What have West Brom's seat chuckers got?
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Hate to rain on our parade but, please, please, PLEEEEAAAAAZZZZEEE dont let our league safety come down to the Burnley game, just SIX days before the final, those with long memories might remember 2 seasons on the bounce in the 70s playing the FA cup finalists the last game of the season and battering them both both (Arsenal and Ipswich if i remember) because they wouldnt put a tackle in all afternoon.
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Last year's kicked off at five. This'll be the same I imagine.
all day boozing
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People are ignoring the most important thing in all this worry about tickets, winning a trophy etc
And that is, who will record our cup final song?
Forget that, who's making the suits now Ciro Citterio has closed?
Keep up, Des
Never mind all that, which blocks will be sitting down and which one's will be standing.....blah blah blah...THUMP!!
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I must have missed this, but is Delph the club captain now or is it still Vlaar
Who will be leading us out at Wembley ?
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I must have missed this, but is Delph the club captain now or is it still Vlaar
Who will be leading us out at Wembley ?
Delph, he's said that it will be the highlight of his career so far.
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Yeah without any fuss there seems to have been a clear changing of the guard captain wise, and not an ounce of whining from Vlaar, who has simply said how much he is enjoying being part of things under Sherwood.
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Jon Moss is refereeing. Wasn't he the drummer in Culture Club?
Yes, and he fancied men, and the Gooners are better looking than we are so basically we`ve had it!!!!!!!!!!......
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Jon Moss is refereeing. Wasn't he the drummer in Culture Club?
Yes, and he fancied men, and the Gooners are better looking than we are so basically we`ve had it!!!!!!!!!!......
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Wasn't Moss the referee when Helenius was through on goal and the Vertonghen pulled his shorts down, but we didn't get a penalty?
Don't think he's usually that bad a ref.
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Just booked my train and hotel for the final. Going Friday at 5pm, come back Sunday afternoon.
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Wasn't Moss the referee when Helenius was through on goal and the Vertonghen pulled his shorts down, but we didn't get a penalty?
Don't think he's usually that bad a ref.
Yep, he refereed that one.
This season he's only reffed our Premier League games against Albio (1 win, 1 draw) - no red cards.
He's reffed 1 Arsenal game - a 2-1 win at home to Palace, sent Puncheon off last minute.
Last season he reffed a 4-0 and 3-0 loss against Spurs, a 2-2 draw against Liverpool - he gave that Suarez penalty to give them a point; and the 3-2 win away to Southampton.
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If we win on the 30th,do we become the first club to win the cup in 3 different centuries ?
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If we win on the 30th,do we become the first club to win the cup in 3 different centuries ?
And no one can catch us up on that one for at least 85 years
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Now thats a stat !
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If we win on the 30th,do we become the first club to win the cup in 3 different centuries ?
'If'??????
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Good point,I meant when.
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If we win on the 30th,do we become the first club to win the cup in 3 different centuries ?
And no one can catch us up on that one for at least 85 years
Nope, Blackburn, Preston, West Brazil, Wolves, Forest and both Sheffield clubs have successes in the 19th and 20th Centuries so we'd best win next month to be on the safe side.
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I could be wrong but I thought Forest had only won it once, in 1959?
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Well if anyone can get me a ticket for £150 I'll take it thanks :)
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I could be wrong but I thought Forest had only won it once, in 1959?
Well if anyone can get me a ticket for £150 I'll take it thanks :)
No Forest won it in 1890s,that surprised me as well.But winning the cup in 3 different centuries,thats class that is.
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Jon Moss is refereeing. Wasn't he the drummer in Culture Club?
Yes that's him and he makes the assistants flags from his old drum sticks.
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I could be wrong but I thought Forest had only won it once, in 1959?
Well if anyone can get me a ticket for £150 I'll take it thanks :)
No Forest won it in 1890s,that surprised me as well.But winning the cup in 3 different centuries,thats class that is.
and small heath scum have never won it in any century.
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Just realised extra massive game for Tom Fox v Arsenal.
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Jo n Moss, the slowest, fattest ref in the league on the biggest pitch....should guarantee plenty of Dowdesque guesswork from 40 yards away going on.
Will it be us or the gooners who are slaughtering him the day after?
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If we win on the 30th,do we become the first club to win the cup in 3 different centuries ?
And no one can catch us up on that one for at least 85 years
Nope, Blackburn, Preston, West Brazil, Wolves, Forest and both Sheffield clubs have successes in the 19th and 20th Centuries so we'd best win next month to be on the safe side.
yes I got that totally wrong didn't i
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Been scouring the net for tickets and found a scammer on Craigslist claiming he'd got 4 tickets in Block 144 for £600. He even sent me a photo of what he said was proof of tickets. What a tosser, the name on the Club Wembley membership card was Mr A Sample! Unbelievable - you can bet he wanted payment by Western Union.
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Ticket or no ticket, I'm definitely heading over for the final. In the event that i don't manage to blag one, would there be much happening around brum for the game, or would london be a better bet?
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London.
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The Trust are trying to arrange for the game to be on at Villa Park.
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If I remember right Guzan missed out on both Wembley games in 2010 as Brad senior was the main GK and now that he is number 1 the current deputy is keeping him out. How unlucky is that?
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If I remember right Guzan missed out on both Wembley games in 2010 as Brad senior was the main GK and now that he is number 1 the current deputy is keeping him out. How unlucky is that?
I'm sure Tim will bring him on once we're 4-0 up.
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Is the Duke of Cambridge going to be on hand to hand us the trophy?
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I'm heading back to brum if I can't get a ticket. If nothing else then a party at my mom's with the family (and babysitters) will be great. Was hoping for a fan park or whatever their called in city centre though.
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If I remember right Guzan missed out on both Wembley games in 2010 as Brad senior was the main GK and now that he is number 1 the current deputy is keeping him out. How unlucky is that?
I'm sure Tim will bring him on once we're 4-0 up.
He can play against Chelsea there in August.
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Good point DeKuip. When is the Charity sorry Community Shield as I don't want to be away on holiday?
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The Trust are trying to arrange for the game to be on at Villa Park.
When I first read this I thought it said "...trying to arrange for the game to be AT Villa Park" which would have been a nice try!
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Coming over from Oman for this, been in the Middle East for the last 9 years and apart from Sunderland at home this season, which my daughter bought for a Christmas present no booking history, so will be on the look out for tickets by fair or foul means.
Were there alot of touts knocking about on Sunday also would someone pm me the sites these Club Tickets can be bought, if I can get one for 500, would pay that as I am 55 and with my lifestyle if its another 15 years before the next one, I will be watching as a Holte Ender in the Sky.
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The Trust are trying to arrange for the game to be on at Villa Park.
When I first read this I thought it said "...trying to arrange for the game to be AT Villa Park" which would have been a nice try!
Probably be more helpful for us to agitate for it to be played at the Emirates.
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Coming over from Oman for this, been in the Middle East for the last 9 years and apart from Sunderland at home this season, which my daughter bought for a Christmas present no booking history, so will be on the look out for tickets by fair or foul means.
Were there alot of touts knocking about on Sunday also would someone pm me the sites these Club Tickets can be bought, if I can get one for 500, would pay that as I am 55 and with my lifestyle if its another 15 years before the next one, I will be watching as a Holte Ender in the Sky.
I didn't see any touts on Sunday
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Coming over from Oman for this, been in the Middle East for the last 9 years and apart from Sunderland at home this season, which my daughter bought for a Christmas present no booking history, so will be on the look out for tickets by fair or foul means.
Were there alot of touts knocking about on Sunday also would someone pm me the sites these Club Tickets can be bought, if I can get one for 500, would pay that as I am 55 and with my lifestyle if its another 15 years before the next one, I will be watching as a Holte Ender in the Sky.
I didn't see any touts on Sunday
The only one I saw was buying not selling.
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Coming over from Oman for this, been in the Middle East for the last 9 years and apart from Sunderland at home this season, which my daughter bought for a Christmas present no booking history, so will be on the look out for tickets by fair or foul means.
Were there alot of touts knocking about on Sunday also would someone pm me the sites these Club Tickets can be bought, if I can get one for 500, would pay that as I am 55 and with my lifestyle if its another 15 years before the next one, I will be watching as a Holte Ender in the Sky.
I didn't see any touts on Sunday
There were quite a few by Wembley park tube and along Olympic way
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I saw a few touts at around 11-12 o'clock. They were saying "will buy any spare tickets" but that's because they're not allowed to state that they are selling them, I think.
So if anyone is shouting about buying tickets he (it's always a he) has some for sale.
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Coming over from Oman for this, been in the Middle East for the last 9 years and apart from Sunderland at home this season, which my daughter bought for a Christmas present no booking history, so will be on the look out for tickets by fair or foul means.
Were there alot of touts knocking about on Sunday also would someone pm me the sites these Club Tickets can be bought, if I can get one for 500, would pay that as I am 55 and with my lifestyle if its another 15 years before the next one, I will be watching as a Holte Ender in the Sky.
there is an official website for purchasing Club Wembley tickets if you are interested. Not sure if I am allowed to post a link but if you google it, it should come out at or near the top of your search results. You have to register for it to get ticket details. I wouldn't be surprised if they cost more than 500 for the final though
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Coming over from Oman for this, been in the Middle East for the last 9 years and apart from Sunderland at home this season, which my daughter bought for a Christmas present no booking history, so will be on the look out for tickets by fair or foul means.
Were there alot of touts knocking about on Sunday also would someone pm me the sites these Club Tickets can be bought, if I can get one for 500, would pay that as I am 55 and with my lifestyle if its another 15 years before the next one, I will be watching as a Holte Ender in the Sky.
I didn't see any touts on Sunday
There were quite a few by Wembley park tube and along Olympic way
We saw loads - we were running late and only got to our seats a couple of minutes before KO - not sure if proximity to KO affects the volume of touts though.
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Thanks for the info guys keep it coming, flight booked so I am defo coming home for it. Anyone do the Danny thing on Sunday , I mean watch the match that way and if so what was it like. Can guess before the game it was buzzing, and after but what about actually watching the match.
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What is the most you would pay for a single ticket to the final? I must say I'd probably go £150 but no more. Having said that I'd pay more than £300 for 2 together as its far more fun watching with a mate than on your own. Any ticket re-sale agency is likely to be charging £500+/ticket and I really don't think I can justify that outlay.
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What is the most you would pay for a single ticket to the final? I must say I'd probably go £150 but no more. Having said that I'd pay more than £300 for 2 together as its far more fun watching with a mate than on your own. Any ticket re-sale agency is likely to be charging £500+/ticket and I really don't think I can justify that outlay.
category one, is £120.00 so I think you'd need to be expecting to go hire than £150.00
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I would pay up to 500, as long as it is a Villa end ticket, there you go the offer is out there if anyone wants to sell one.
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We were also late and only got there as the teams came out, there were a few touts by Wembley Central overland station and 5/6 as we walked up that way, all looking like Peaky Blinders.
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Get Gabby on Mertersacker and we`ll do `em.
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Not sure where to put this but can I just say what a crappy ground the new Wembley is. I'm sure it's tremendous in the corporate areas but for the normal fan it's no better that it was before.
I remember when I were just a lad I went to the old Wembley for the 75 League Cup Final. I was 8 and I swear I had a better view on those big old terrace steps than I did the other day at 49 and 6ft 3.
It looks shite from the outside as well. The arch is pathetic compared to the old Twin Towers. As the flagship identikit stadium it really is poor in comparison to say The Emirates, bluntly Arsenal will be slumming it coming from their stadium. I'm struggling to think of a new stadium that is worse visually. Bolton's stadium is quirky, Etihad has those San Siro copies, even the Riverside looks better from the road.
It still has the name though, and its allure because of 1966. Nothing else though.
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I haven't been in the upper tier so can't comment on the view up there, but the view in the lower tier was fine. The old Wembley was a dump inside, this one isn't. No wading through piss because the bogs have overflowed before kick off, no feeling you're in a serious crush just trying to get to your seat etc.
It doesn't have the aura of the old Wembley though, it is just like any new big stadium.
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My wife brought me a 40 year old bottle of Port for my 40th Birthday.
I said I would only open it to celebrate Villa getting to the FA Cup Final. That was neigh on 6 years ago.
As the clock strikes midnight on Friday 29th May 2015 my FA Cup Final experience will commence with the opening of the said bottle.
Never in a million years did I think I'd be saying that back in February.
So so Happy
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I haven't been in the upper tier so can't comment on the view up there, but the view in the lower tier was fine. The old Wembley was a dump inside, this one isn't. No wading through piss because the bogs have overflowed before kick off, no feeling you're in a serious crush just trying to get to your seat etc.
It doesn't have the aura of the old Wembley though, it is just like any new big stadium.
The view from low down is far better than at some other new grounds, eg Arsenal
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I saw plenty of touts around 2pm, when I arrived at Wembley - strange when there were 5000 unsold seats.
PWS is spot on re Wembley - it is a definite upgrade on the old stadium (from my 3x experience in the top tier) but it has no aura. Also I can see the arch from my kitchen window whereas I saw nowt of the old stadium.
I know somebody who is a club Wembley member - semi final was quoted at £269 and club Wembley charge a 15% "handling fee" on top of that. Final will be ludicrously expensive, particularly with 40,000 Arsenal season ticket holders chasing their 25k tickets.
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I still think the face value prices for the final are a piss take. My seat was £53 for the semi, same seat is going to be £90 for the final. A £63 seat goes up to £120. I can understand them charging more, but that big an increase? Just shows how much the FA cares about ud fans, they know we'll pay it so fuck us.
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Sorry laughing policeman you can't take credit for the lambert sacking as that was me, I emailed Tom Fox asking for Lambert to be sacked and a matter of hours later Paul Lambert got the sack. So I demand to be the one to lead villa out in the final 😁
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One of our group bought a Club Wembley ticket off a tout for £150 about half hour before kickoff. He was very pleased with that.
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My club Wembley contact has just sent me a text. Prices are £379 - £1499, but they are not yet up for sale
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I know grass roots football survives pretty much because of the thankless work that many volunteers do but does that mean that tickets should be handed out to them?
I'm fucked right off that the majority of seats at the Cup Final will be taken by people who don't support either club. Well, in theory they will. Of course we all know that piles of these tickets will end up in the hands of genuine supporters who've had to pay through the nose via some twat of a tout to see their own club play one of the most important games in their history. Absolutely fucking-well stinks. If this were FIFA we'd all be calling for a change in policy. No doubt whoever is in next year's final will be saying the same. And the one after.
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I saw a few touts at around 11-12 o'clock. They were saying "will buy any spare tickets" but that's because they're not allowed to state that they are selling them, I think.
So if anyone is shouting about buying tickets he (it's always a he) has some for sale.
And is almost certainly a Mancunian.
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Sorry laughing policeman you can't take credit for the lambert sacking as that was me, I emailed Tom Fox asking for Lambert to be sacked and a matter of hours later Paul Lambert got the sack. So I demand to be the one to lead villa out in the final 😁
I did that to (seriously) 11 Feb 13:09.
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I saw a few touts at around 11-12 o'clock. They were saying "will buy any spare tickets" but that's because they're not allowed to state that they are selling them, I think.
So if anyone is shouting about buying tickets he (it's always a he) has some for sale.
And is almost certainly a Mancunian.
The guy I saw was! With that degree of psychic powers, can I have Saturday's lottery numbers please?
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I know grass roots football survives pretty much because of the thankless work that many volunteers do but does that mean that tickets should be handed out to them?
It's our clubs end of season tournament in May, my other half has put a lot of hours in helping set everything up and working it in all weathers in the past with little or no thanks, she's being badgered to help again this year despite being snowed under with work and her having to spend a lot of time visiting her mum in hospital. I might offer to stand in if they can tell me what is happening to any tickets the club receives.
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My wife brought me a 40 year old bottle of Port for my 40th Birthday.
I said I would only open it to celebrate Villa getting to the FA Cup Final. That was neigh on 6 years ago.
As the clock strikes midnight on Friday 29th May 2015 my FA Cup Final experience will commence with the opening of the said bottle.
Never in a million years did I think I'd be saying that back in February.
So so Happy
I wish I had your willpower.
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Apparently, the Frankie Gavin v Kell Brook fight is on the same night as the Final - at the O2 arena. There will be a pretty big exodus from Birmingham that weekend.
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My club Wembley contact has just sent me a text. Prices are £379 - £1499, but they are not yet up for sale
How does that work than Paul? What does being a member entitle you? Do these Club Wembley members have a seat to sell?
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I know grass roots football survives pretty much because of the thankless work that many volunteers do but does that mean that tickets should be handed out to them?
It's our clubs end of season tournament in May, my other half has put a lot of hours in helping set everything up and working it in all weathers in the past with little or no thanks, she's being badgered to help again this year despite being snowed under with work and her having to spend a lot of time visiting her mum in hospital. I might offer to stand in if they can tell me what is happening to any tickets the club receives.
And I thought philanthropy was dead
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My club Wembley contact has just sent me a text. Prices are £379 - £1499, but they are not yet up for sale
How does that work than Paul? What does being a member entitle you? Do these Club Wembley members have a seat to sell?
I am pretty sure that Club Members have bought a seat for every event @ Wembley i.e all the Footy games, NFL. Concerts, etc and then its up to them if they want to attend or resell their seat........
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My club Wembley contact has just sent me a text. Prices are £379 - £1499, but they are not yet up for sale
How does that work than Paul? What does being a member entitle you? Do these Club Wembley members have a seat to sell?
I am pretty sure that Club Members have bought a seat for every event @ Wembley i.e all the Footy games, NFL. Concerts, etc and then its up to them if they want to attend or resell their seat........
When the NFL games started I bought tickets through a CW member. The tickets were not included in the amount they paid but they did have first option on buying their seat for the NFL games (basically the same system as cup games at VP).
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Don't know if its already been mentioned, but if we win we will be the first club to win the trophy across 3 centuries. The 19th (1800s), 20th (1900s) and 21st (2000s).
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Well we have 80+ years to do that so no worries.
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Well we have 80+ years to do that so no worries.
Although the likes of Blackburn, Wolves, West Brom and Preston can also beat us to that record if we don't get there first. Not that I'd expect any of them to do it anytime soon.
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My club Wembley contact has just sent me a text. Prices are £379 - £1499, but they are not yet up for sale
How does that work than Paul? What does being a member entitle you? Do these Club Wembley members have a seat to sell?
Aftab, my understanding is that the hefty fee for Club Wembley membership entitles you to attend all ( or maybe just football) events at the stadium for the duration of your membership - in a designated seat. If you choose not to attend you can sell your seats via club Wembley ( who charge 15% mark up) in a basic online auction type scenario. Apparently prices here tend to vary, but the cheaper ones go quickly as club Wembley seats all offer a decent view.
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When we played Manure in the final in 2010 I got my ticket off a tout ten mins before kick off. The seat was club wembley and from memory it cost around £150.
I was sitting next to an arsenal fan and his young son who supported Chelsea (??). They were telling me they can come to every game they want to and would sell the tickets on when they didn't fancy it.
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I know grass roots football survives pretty much because of the thankless work that many volunteers do but does that mean that tickets should be handed out to them?
It's our clubs end of season tournament in May, my other half has put a lot of hours in helping set everything up and working it in all weathers in the past with little or no thanks, she's being badgered to help again this year despite being snowed under with work and her having to spend a lot of time visiting her mum in hospital. I might offer to stand in if they can tell me what is happening to any tickets the club receives.
And I thought philanthropy was dead
Philanthropy? I bet Woofles has a couple of their albums.
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I know grass roots football survives pretty much because of the thankless work that many volunteers do but does that mean that tickets should be handed out to them?
I'm fucked right off that the majority of seats at the Cup Final will be taken by people who don't support either club. Well, in theory they will. Of course we all know that piles of these tickets will end up in the hands of genuine supporters who've had to pay through the nose via some twat of a tout to see their own club play one of the most important games in their history. Absolutely fucking-well stinks. If this were FIFA we'd all be calling for a change in policy. No doubt whoever is in next year's final will be saying the same. And the one after.
Tickets don't get handed out to grassroots clubs as such. Clubs have to apply to their County FA early season to BUY two at face value, and those applications go into a ballot as only so many are set aside for this level. You don't get asked if you want to apply, it's tucked away in the County FA rules that you can - for those that bother to read them. I would bet that the vast majority of clubs either aren't aware they can apply or choose not to as it can be another ball ache for the club secretary in terms of who gets them (i.e. either no-one wants them or everyone wants them). Clubs used to also be able to apply for England-Scotland tickets when that was a regular fixture, which is one of the reasons so many Scots always turned up at Wembley - they were more popular than cup final tickets.
Clubs found selling on those tickets are barred from applying again - so if you buy a ticket off a tout let the FA know the ticket number and they will trace who it was issued to. As is the way though they'd probably stamp down on your local junior club over it but ignore it if it came from a sponsor.
The only games grassroots clubs get given any tickets for are women's internationals, U21 games and the occasional full England game where a low crowd is expected.
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Coming over from Oman for this, been in the Middle East for the last 9 years and apart from Sunderland at home this season, which my daughter bought for a Christmas present no booking history, so will be on the look out for tickets by fair or foul means.
Were there alot of touts knocking about on Sunday also would someone pm me the sites these Club Tickets can be bought, if I can get one for 500, would pay that as I am 55 and with my lifestyle if its another 15 years before the next one, I will be watching as a Holte Ender in the Sky.
I didn't see any touts on Sunday
I saw two and they were both Scouse
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There were quite a few on the way to the ground from Wembley Park tube station.
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Don't know if its already been mentioned, but if we win we will be the first club to win the trophy across 3 centuries. The 19th (1800s), 20th (1900s) and 21st (2000s).
I think VP is also the only ground that has hosted international Football across 3 centuries as well, if these two statistics bear fruit, then it`s true what we thought all along - we genuinley are claret-and-blue-blooded-Footballing aris-fuckin-stocracy!!!!!!
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My club Wembley contact has just sent me a text. Prices are £379 - £1499, but they are not yet up for sale
How does that work than Paul? What does being a member entitle you? Do these Club Wembley members have a seat to sell?
Aftab, my understanding is that the hefty fee for Club Wembley membership entitles you to attend all ( or maybe just football) events at the stadium for the duration of your membership - in a designated seat. If you choose not to attend you can sell your seats via club Wembley ( who charge 15% mark up) in a basic online auction type scenario. Apparently prices here tend to vary, but the cheaper ones go quickly as club Wembley seats all offer a decent view.
It's £50,000 for 10 years, which will end in a couple of years, Wembley are shitting it as they don't feel they'll get anything like the interest for the next 10 years.
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50 grand for 10 years of club wembley (Facepalm)
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Don't know if its already been mentioned, but if we win we will be the first club to win the trophy across 3 centuries. The 19th (1800s), 20th (1900s) and 21st (2000s).
and if we win it will be the 8th time
in the same season that bournemouth put 8 past blues
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Gotta feel for Clark missing out on the final.
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I've just been browsing some of the sites that purport to offer Final tickets, one of them on the face of it advertised at £350, then you go in further and see that "fees" are £120/£130 odd. And that was the cheapest I found today.
I think I'll sit tight for a while.
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I've just read that we are wearing our home kit for the final.
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Where's THE MAGNIFICENT ASTON VILLA 2-1 LIVERPOOL FA CUP SEMI FINAL POST MATCH THREAD gone?
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Gotta feel for Clark missing out on the final.
I was planning to use the 'replica shirt for a tenner' vouchers to get the away kit with his name on the back, I definitely will be now!
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Where's THE MAGNIFICENT ASTON VILLA 2-1 LIVERPOOL FA CUP SEMI FINAL POST MATCH THREAD gone?
Archived in the Match Threads and Player Ratings section of the site.
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Just a little ditty for the birthday boy at the end of the game. should everything go to plan..................
Steve gerrard gerrard, hes taking it very hard; sat at home with his birthday card, steve gerrard gferrard
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Where's THE MAGNIFICENT ASTON VILLA 2-1 LIVERPOOL FA CUP SEMI FINAL POST MATCH THREAD gone?
Archived in the Match Threads and Player Ratings section of the site.
Please bring it back! It makes me smile every time I log on
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OK. Just for a short while, though.
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Just a little ditty for the birthday boy at the end of the game. should everything go to plan..................
Steve gerrard gerrard, hes taking it very hard; sat at home with his birthday card, steve gerrard gferrard
I'd rather be singing a song in honour of our own birthday boy and completely ignoring the self indulgent one.
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Gotta feel for Clark missing out on the final.
I was planning to use the 'replica shirt for a tenner' vouchers to get the away kit with his name on the back, I definitely will be now!
Is that an offer of retro shirt it s t holders or from buying match tickets ?
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What I don't get about the kick-off time depending on TV is that the season will be finished by then anyway so there are no others games it will be clashing with I don't think.
It should always be 3 O'Clock kick off for me.
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What I don't get about the kick-off time depending on TV is that the season will be finished by then anyway so there are no others games it will be clashing with I don't think.
It should always be 3 O'Clock kick off for me.
The kick off time is also meant to cater for our european neighbours I believe. You're right, it should always be 3pm.
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Just been announced on the FA website - 5:30pm kick off
http://www.thefa.com/news/the-fa-cup/2015/apr/fa-cup-final-details-240415 (http://www.thefa.com/news/the-fa-cup/2015/apr/fa-cup-final-details-240415)
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We stay in the west and in claret and blue!
From FA website…
The 2015 FA Cup Final between Arsenal and Aston Villa at Wembley Stadium will kick-off at 5.30pm on Saturday 30 May, with both clubs receiving allocations of 25,000 tickets.
It’s anticipated that a high percentage of Aston Villa supporters will be travelling into London via Wembley Stadium Station so the club will keep the West end of the stadium, their home for the 2-1 Semi-Final win over Liverpool last Sunday.
Arsenal fans will be situated in the East section of the stadium and their team will wear their away kit of yellow and blue, after Villa won the coin toss to wear their home colours of claret and blue.
Both BBC One and BT Sport 1 will broadcast The FA Cup Final live, while tickets across four different prices will be sold by both clubs - £50, £70, £90 and £120.
As well as the 50,000 ticket split between the two finalists, approximately 20,000 tickets will be distributed to volunteers through the football family which includes counties, leagues, local clubs and charities.
Football family tickets will also include the 92 Premier League and Football League clubs, plus another 134 Full Member clubs and all clubs that have reached the Third Round Proper of this season’s competition.
As The FA Cup Final is part of the Club Wembley membership package, 17,000 tickets will be used by Club Wembley members.
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Good pleased they have announced the timing etc. now waiting for Villa to anounce sakes timing.
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Just a little ditty for the birthday boy at the end of the game. should everything go to plan..................
Steve gerrard gerrard, hes taking it very hard; sat at home with his birthday card, steve gerrard gferrard
I think it would be very sad indeed if we sing about Liverpool player on such a day. Why on earth put the spotlight on them?
Why doesn't everyone just sing "Happy Birthday To Libor"? keep it about Villa and at the same time have a subtle dig at the media and their crass narrative.
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Would imagine Villa will release sales criteria fairly soon now
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Good pleased they have announced the timing etc. now waiting for Villa to anounce sakes timing.
I think they'll start selling on Tuesday.
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Home dressing room once more. We won the toss:-)
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We stay in the west and in claret and blue!
From FA website…
The 2015 FA Cup Final between Arsenal and Aston Villa at Wembley Stadium will kick-off at 5.30pm on Saturday 30 May, with both clubs receiving allocations of 25,000 tickets.
It’s anticipated that a high percentage of Aston Villa supporters will be travelling into London via Wembley Stadium Station so the club will keep the West end of the stadium, their home for the 2-1 Semi-Final win over Liverpool last Sunday.
Arsenal fans will be situated in the East section of the stadium and their team will wear their away kit of yellow and blue, after Villa won the coin toss to wear their home colours of claret and blue.
Both BBC One and BT Sport 1 will broadcast The FA Cup Final live, while tickets across four different prices will be sold by both clubs - £50, £70, £90 and £120.
As well as the 50,000 ticket split between the two finalists, approximately 20,000 tickets will be distributed to volunteers through the football family which includes counties, leagues, local clubs and charities.
Football family tickets will also include the 92 Premier League and Football League clubs, plus another 134 Full Member clubs and all clubs that have reached the Third Round Proper of this season’s competition.
As The FA Cup Final is part of the Club Wembley membership package, 17,000 tickets will be used by Club Wembley members.
If we are the "home" team can anyone confirm whether this means the FA, media and everyone else have to officially refer to the game as "Aston Villa v Arsenal" as opposed to "Arsenal v Aston Villa". (I don't like Villa being referred to second in anything...yes, yes, sad, I know.)
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Ticket info now on the Villa website :)
http://www.avfc.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/0,,10265~4665076,00.html (http://www.avfc.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/0,,10265~4665076,00.html)
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I would squeeze into the 12th May category.
Does this meant the club expect them to last until then?
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Interesting that they are allowing games to be played to count towards the criteria. Hopefully boost crowds for the run in.
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We stay in the west and in claret and blue!
From FA website…
The 2015 FA Cup Final between Arsenal and Aston Villa at Wembley Stadium will kick-off at 5.30pm on Saturday 30 May, with both clubs receiving allocations of 25,000 tickets.
It’s anticipated that a high percentage of Aston Villa supporters will be travelling into London via Wembley Stadium Station so the club will keep the West end of the stadium, their home for the 2-1 Semi-Final win over Liverpool last Sunday.
Arsenal fans will be situated in the East section of the stadium and their team will wear their away kit of yellow and blue, after Villa won the coin toss to wear their home colours of claret and blue.
Both BBC One and BT Sport 1 will broadcast The FA Cup Final live, while tickets across four different prices will be sold by both clubs - £50, £70, £90 and £120.
As well as the 50,000 ticket split between the two finalists, approximately 20,000 tickets will be distributed to volunteers through the football family which includes counties, leagues, local clubs and charities.
Football family tickets will also include the 92 Premier League and Football League clubs, plus another 134 Full Member clubs and all clubs that have reached the Third Round Proper of this season’s competition.
As The FA Cup Final is part of the Club Wembley membership package, 17,000 tickets will be used by Club Wembley members.
If we are the "home" team can anyone confirm whether this means the FA, media and everyone else have to officially refer to the game as "Aston Villa v Arsenal" as opposed to "Arsenal v Aston Villa". (I don't like Villa being referred to second in anything...yes, yes, sad, I know.)
Arsenal v Aston Villa
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8th of May for me....come on the Villa :)
UTV
The Doc
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Tight that it does to down to 3 FA Cup games, then 2 FA Cup games for non ST holders
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The ticket pricing is taking the piss. I'm sure they could sell the allocation 10 times over at the prices listed but that doesn't make it right.
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Does anyone know which categories sit where? Looking at going behind the goal is that £70 or £90?
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Does anyone know which categories sit where? Looking at going behind the goal is that £70 or £90?
Probably both. If the categories are the same as for the semi then the £70 will be the seats nearer the pitch.
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I might go in the upper tier for this one so I can be sure of a view of us being presented with the cup.
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I have 3 Fa cup and 3 league games. One of the league games is Everton which is to be played. If I book the West Ham/burnley games (neither of which I can go to) will they be able to be used for the criteria on the 13th may?
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We stay in the west and in claret and blue!
From FA website…
The 2015 FA Cup Final between Arsenal and Aston Villa at Wembley Stadium will kick-off at 5.30pm on Saturday 30 May, with both clubs receiving allocations of 25,000 tickets.
It’s anticipated that a high percentage of Aston Villa supporters will be travelling into London via Wembley Stadium Station so the club will keep the West end of the stadium, their home for the 2-1 Semi-Final win over Liverpool last Sunday.
Arsenal fans will be situated in the East section of the stadium and their team will wear their away kit of yellow and blue, after Villa won the coin toss to wear their home colours of claret and blue.
Both BBC One and BT Sport 1 will broadcast The FA Cup Final live, while tickets across four different prices will be sold by both clubs - £50, £70, £90 and £120.
As well as the 50,000 ticket split between the two finalists, approximately 20,000 tickets will be distributed to volunteers through the football family which includes counties, leagues, local clubs and charities.
Football family tickets will also include the 92 Premier League and Football League clubs, plus another 134 Full Member clubs and all clubs that have reached the Third Round Proper of this season’s competition.
As The FA Cup Final is part of the Club Wembley membership package, 17,000 tickets will be used by Club Wembley members.
If we are the "home" team can anyone confirm whether this means the FA, media and everyone else have to officially refer to the game as "Aston Villa v Arsenal" as opposed to "Arsenal v Aston Villa". (I don't like Villa being referred to second in anything...yes, yes, sad, I know.)
Arsenal v Aston Villa
Cheers.
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Looks like May 12th for me and AV82EC Junior! Was panicking we wouldn't get one but looks like we're ok.
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Staying with the 'same as the semi' theme, I have just booked the Premier Inn Euston again
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I have 3 Fa cup and 3 league games. One of the league games is Everton which is to be played. If I book the West Ham/burnley games (neither of which I can go to) will they be able to be used for the criteria on the 13th may?
If you book West Ham you'll be eligible on the 13th.
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Arsenal last lost a cup final in their yellow strip to a team wearing claret and blue in 1980.
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The ticket pricing is taking the piss. I'm sure they could sell the allocation 10 times over at the prices listed but that doesn't make it right.
Unfortunately it's all about business these days.
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What's the chance of the them selling out before the last days criteria, if those that can buy up the last home games in order the qualify. Have they factored this in I wonder.
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Arsenal last lost a cup final in their yellow strip to a team wearing claret and blue in 1980.
I thought W Ham played in white that day?
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Question about matches attended for the FA Cup final criteria - would the semi final vs Liverpool be classed as a game attended for your booking history?
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Arsenal last lost a cup final in their yellow strip to a team wearing claret and blue in 1980.
I thought W Ham played in white that day?
Shhh! Don't tell anyone that! You'll spoil the good omen!
The trim was claret and blue.
Can we get Trevor Brooking on loan for the game?
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Question about matches attended for the FA Cup final criteria - would the semi final vs Liverpool be classed as a game attended for your booking history?
You wouldn't get many being sold on the first day if they didn't! (We've played 5 cup games including the semi).
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(http://www.avfc.co.uk/javaImages/43/9a/0,,10265~13670979,00.jpg)3
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Interesting that it doesn't say everybody who hits the published criteria will get a ticket, like it did for the semi.
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I realize I'm not paying the ticket price but for a cup final those prices aren't bad. Superbowl tickets as a comparison I think had a face value of $900 or $1000 for example for a one off event. I paid $600 in 2005 to watch Pittsburgh vs Seattle. As a once in a lifetime event as it will be for some then it's kind of the going rate.
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Yep they are trying to boost the last games sales. The last two days criteria look a bit squeaky bum time
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Tuesday morning 9am for me. Happy Days.
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The ticket pricing is taking the piss. I'm sure they could sell the allocation 10 times over at the prices listed but that doesn't make it right.
Unfortunately it's all about business these days.
I think the kids prices are ridiculous.
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Yep they are trying to boost the last games sales. The last two days criteria look a bit squeaky bum time
Hopefully not! I'd envisage they've done their sums and looked at semi final numbers and got it about right.
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Had an interesting conversation with the TO just before. Had to wait 20 mins to get through but can't imagine I was the only person with similar questions. Was worried about my sons eligibility (Villa cash with 5+ games). They say away games and the FAC semi add to his eligibility and on the question of whether there were enough tickets to cover all of the criteria published she said it depends on how many ST holders take a ticket. She was unsure when I said that I thought we had about 18k
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I realize I'm not paying the ticket price but for a cup final those prices aren't bad. Superbowl tickets as a comparison I think had a face value of $900 or $1000 for example for a one off event. I paid $600 in 2005 to watch Pittsburgh vs Seattle. As a once in a lifetime event as it will be for some then it's kind of the going rate.
yea but footy only last 90 mins whereas the superbowl is about 17 hours isn't it?
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I might go in the upper tier for this one so I can be sure of a view of us being presented with the cup.
yeah what block is it where the players have to walk up the steps to get the cup and get theirs backs patted and handed scarfes
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Had an interesting conversation with the TO just before. Had to wait 20 mins to get through but can't imagine I was the only person with similar questions. Was worried about my sons eligibility (Villa cash with 5+ games). They say away games and the FAC semi add to his eligibility and on the question of whether there were enough tickets to cover all of the criteria published she said it depends on how many ST holders take a ticket. She was unsure when I said that I thought we had about 18k
can you answer this then mate
do away games count as they didnt for the semi did they
my son has been to 5 home games ,,and 1 away game and 1 wembley semi
thats 7 in total
will he be able to buy a ticket on the last window if there are some left
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Had an interesting conversation with the TO just before. Had to wait 20 mins to get through but can't imagine I was the only person with similar questions. Was worried about my sons eligibility (Villa cash with 5+ games). They say away games and the FAC semi add to his eligibility and on the question of whether there were enough tickets to cover all of the criteria published she said it depends on how many ST holders take a ticket. She was unsure when I said that I thought we had about 18k
can you answer this then mate
do away games count as they didnt for the semi did they
my son has been to 5 home games ,,and 1 away game and 1 wembley semi
thats 7 in total
will he be able to buy a ticket on the last window if there are some left
Its home and away games, I had that in writing this morning.
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I might go in the upper tier for this one so I can be sure of a view of us being presented with the cup.
yeah what block is it where the players have to walk up the steps to get the cup and get theirs backs patted and handed scarfes
Club Wembley, Bobby Moore club section. I was there on Sunday, sat on the aisle that the lads will walk up after the final.
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Another good omen for me. When I dropped my dog off at the kennels last weekend I discovered the guy at the kennels was a Liverpool supporter. I'm having a haircut next week - and the guy who cuts my hair is an Arsenal supporter. Our name's on it.
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I realize I'm not paying the ticket price but for a cup final those prices aren't bad. Superbowl tickets as a comparison I think had a face value of $900 or $1000 for example for a one off event. I paid $600 in 2005 to watch Pittsburgh vs Seattle. As a once in a lifetime event as it will be for some then it's kind of the going rate.
yea but footy only last 90 mins whereas the superbowl is about 17 hours isn't it?
Yes they do drag it out a bit :)
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Weds am for us . Nervous .
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Weds am for us . Nervous .
About what?
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Weds am for us . Nervous .
About what?
The transaction.
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Don't know if it's already been mentioned, but Arsenal will be playing in yellow and blue so we'll be in our proper colours!
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Don't know if it's already been mentioned, but Arsenal will be playing in yellow and blue so we'll be in our proper colours!
Excellent.
Any idea on Ref ? Lino's ?
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Don't know if it's already been mentioned, but Arsenal will be playing in yellow and blue so we'll be in our proper colours!
Excellent.
Any idea on Ref ? Lino's ?
They'll probably be in black
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Just out of interest, when it says booking history, does it have to be all adult tickets? I mean, what's to stop me buying three under 8 tickets, which would give me enough to fit the final criteria?
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Just out of interest, when it says booking history, does it have to be all adult tickets? I mean, what's to stop me buying three under 8 tickets, which would give me enough to fit the final criteria?
Don't think that will work. Like your thinking though.
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Just out of interest, when it says booking history, does it have to be all adult tickets? I mean, what's to stop me buying three under 8 tickets, which would give me enough to fit the final criteria?
That would work. Can't you get to the games?
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You can buy a hundred tickets, but remember it will still only add 1 game to a reference number.
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You can buy a hundred tickets, but remember it will still only add 1 game to a reference number.
No, I mean for each remaining home game.
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Just out of interest, when it says booking history, does it have to be all adult tickets? I mean, what's to stop me buying three under 8 tickets, which would give me enough to fit the final criteria?
That would work. Can't you get to the games?
It's a hypothetical. I wouldn't have enough personally.
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Ah got you. I honestly don't know how it works with upgrading from an U8 to an adult for something like this. Especially adult and U8 tickets on the same reference.
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Just out of interest, when it says booking history, does it have to be all adult tickets? I mean, what's to stop me buying three under 8 tickets, which would give me enough to fit the final criteria?
I dont think they will count in your booking history unless they were brought prior to the semi final .. ie.. The 5 game deal they done
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Well just got offered two tickets for club Wembley . 750 quid each . madness . add the flights and the hotels . Its out of my league . would paid 250 each . ah well
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Just out of interest, when it says booking history, does it have to be all adult tickets? I mean, what's to stop me buying three under 8 tickets, which would give me enough to fit the final criteria?
I dont think they will count in your booking history unless they were brought prior to the semi final .. ie.. The 5 game deal they done
Wrong
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**Booking history includes games still to be played this season.
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Roll on 11th May...
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My FA Cup Final tickets YES FA CUP FINAL TICKETS Tuesday 5 May due to my junior having only attended 2 FA cup matches otherwise it would have been 29 April.
So just to say FA CUP FINAL TICKETS.
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Just want to remind everyone how completely ace it is having a thread titled FA Cup Final.
That is all.
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Just want to remind everyone how completely ace it is having a thread titled FA Cup Final.
That is all.
Oh yes. Oh yes. Oh yes.
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Just out of interest, when it says booking history, does it have to be all adult tickets? I mean, what's to stop me buying three under 8 tickets, which would give me enough to fit the final criteria?
I dont think they will count in your booking history unless they were brought prior to the semi final .. ie.. The 5 game deal they done
Wrong
I could well be
Just the way I see/read it .
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Just out of interest, when it says booking history, does it have to be all adult tickets? I mean, what's to stop me buying three under 8 tickets, which would give me enough to fit the final criteria?
I dont think they will count in your booking history unless they were brought prior to the semi final .. ie.. The 5 game deal they done
Wrong
I could well be
Just the way I see/read it .
You are. As I posted before
**Booking history includes games still to be played this season.
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Until this season I haven't been able to afford to get to many games so it's fate that I've been to 5 games this season and it's the year when we get to the FA Cup Final. Still feels great to be writing that. I was planning to go to two more games this season but that's just become 3. I just hope there's still tickets left on 11th May.
That's a real bonus as I didn't think I stood a chance.
I have some great memories from this season. Gil's goal against Bournemouth, the Leicester and West Brom wins and Benteke's hat trick against QPR. I know what would end it perfectly.
Heady days indeed.
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Just out of interest, when it says booking history, does it have to be all adult tickets? I mean, what's to stop me buying three under 8 tickets, which would give me enough to fit the final criteria?
I dont think they will count in your booking history unless they were brought prior to the semi final .. ie.. The 5 game deal they done
Wrong
I could well be
Just the way I see/read it .
You are. As I posted before
**Booking history includes games still to be played this season.
which could mean tickets brought for those games prior to semi final / today .
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Just out of interest, when it says booking history, does it have to be all adult tickets? I mean, what's to stop me buying three under 8 tickets, which would give me enough to fit the final criteria?
I dont think they will count in your booking history unless they were brought prior to the semi final .. ie.. The 5 game deal they done
Wrong
I could well be
Just the way I see/read it .
You are. As I posted before
**Booking history includes games still to be played this season.
which could mean tickets brought for those games prior to semi final / today .
I think if that was the case, it would say so in the criteria.
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My FA Cup Final tickets YES FA CUP FINAL TICKETS Tuesday 5 May due to my junior having only attended 2 FA cup matches otherwise it would have been 29 April.
So just to say FA CUP FINAL TICKETS.
Can you take me instead of him? Inshallah.
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Having bought tickets for the Burnley game before cup final criteria mentioned....and it's our 8th game this season .
What's the consensus on how many will be available on the first non ST holder day ?
Will I have to get to VP to queue for them or will they be available online or via phone ?
Thanks in advance for any help possible
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It appears that with 35k tickets going to third parties, it's actually the best way to get one if your history isn't great. So many big companies will be getting a pair of tickets for 'staff incentive' purposes, there's going to be stacks of them finding their way to real fans, albeit at markedly higher than face value prices.
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I also assume the true fans will get the inferior tickets even if you pay the top price of £120.
We were block 126 for the semi, kind of inline with the 6 yard box.
My fear is this block will now be generic "football family" and we will be behind the goals
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Can you take me instead of him? Inshallah.
Well you see Pete you know very well there is nothing I or anyone else can do about that. It's all preordained by the almighty and by grace of Allah you will get a ticket if not it was not meant to be😢
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I also assume the true fans will get the inferior tickets even if you pay the top price of £120.
We were block 126 for the semi, kind of inline with the 6 yard box.
My fear is this block will now be generic "football family" and we will be behind the goals
You do not make any sense here. Anyway what/who is a true fan?
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Can you take me instead of him? Inshallah.
Well you see Pete you know very well there is nothing I or anyone else can do about that. It's all preordained by the almighty and by grace of Allah you will get a ticket if not it was not meant to be😢
fecking jihad on you then
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I also assume the true fans will get the inferior tickets even if you pay the top price of £120.
We were block 126 for the semi, kind of inline with the 6 yard box.
My fear is this block will now be generic "football family" and we will be behind the goals
I was in 126 and I bloody hope Im not again for the final, the view was crap.
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I also assume the true fans will get the inferior tickets even if you pay the top price of £120.
We were block 126 for the semi, kind of inline with the 6 yard box.
My fear is this block will now be generic "football family" and we will be behind the goals
I'm not sure what you're on about either.
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As long as I can get a ticket with PWS and Freddy, I don't actually mind where I sit/stand.
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I also assume the true fans will get the inferior tickets even if you pay the top price of £120.
We were block 126 for the semi, kind of inline with the 6 yard box.
My fear is this block will now be generic "football family" and we will be behind the goals
I was in 126 and I bloody hope Im not again for the final, the view was crap.
You were probably too low down. In the lower tier you want a row towards the back
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Are we getting the West end again ?
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Are we getting the West end again ?
Yes
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Anyone know if booking history includes the semi-final?
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Are we getting the West end again ?
Yes
Excellent
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fecking jihad on you then
Jihad is already prescribed for you in getting hold of ticket so good luck. I will pray for you and others who have sinned in the past and now find themselves at the doors of Hell☺️
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I also assume the true fans will get the inferior tickets even if you pay the top price of £120.
We were block 126 for the semi, kind of inline with the 6 yard box.
My fear is this block will now be generic "football family" and we will be behind the goals
I was in 126 and I bloody hope Im not again for the final, the view was crap.
I was also in 126 and thought that the view was fine. far better than similar low down positions, eg Arsenal
if we're only given behind the goal, I'll probably go higher up
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Being a bit short of the readies, I opted for the Gods for the semis. Block 547 back row.
It was fantastic.
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Anyone know if booking history includes the semi-final?
Yes, Semi-final is included, as are any tickets bought for the remaining games.
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Apologies if this has been mentioned before but can you buy a different category of ticket to that of the reference holder? Ie an adult ticket on senior citizen's ref
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I took a £43 ticket block 545above the corner top tier flag 2nd row from the front and they was the dogs bollocks
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We were block 545 front row and have to agree they were great seats.
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I was block 552 up in the sky pretty much on the half way line. Great view - I would happily have the same seat again !!
To be fair I will be happy with any seat - it is our time ......
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Apologies if this has been mentioned before but can you buy a different category of ticket to that of the reference holder? Ie an adult ticket on senior citizen's ref
This happened (online) by accident within our well executed group plan to get tix for the semi, thought of everything apart from reminding friend to get a senior's ticket for my dad. As you are paying extra I can't see a problem. Can imagine it might not work the other way, perhaps to get a cheaper child/senior on an adult reference might be hard as the system wouldn't show that entitlement.
Worth knowing people on here said all the kids tickets apparently came through as adults anyway for the semi, not sure if the seniors ones looked the same too anyone?
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I think they all stated adult, no matter what the concession.
My old man paid senior price and our tickets were the same - both classed as adult.
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Don't forget to quote promo code 'Witton End' to qualify for the standing only blocks.
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I was block 552 up in the sky pretty much on the half way line. Great view - I would happily have the same seat again !!
To be fair I will be happy with any seat - it is our time ......
Didn't go looking for your old man at half time did BCV?
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I imagine top tier front row is a good view with the added bonus of being able to spill nacho's on the peasants in club wembley below ;)
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Don't forget to quote promo code 'Witton End' to qualify for the standing only blocks.
First chuckle I've had since I got back yesterday.
Thanks Lee.
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is it wrong to be hoping for 7 week injuries to Arsenal players?
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I was block 552 up in the sky pretty much on the half way line. Great view - I would happily have the same seat again !!
To be fair I will be happy with any seat - it is our time ......
Didn't go looking for your old man at half time did BCV?
Yes mate I did....
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I was block 552 up in the sky pretty much on the half way line. Great view - I would happily have the same seat again !!
To be fair I will be happy with any seat - it is our time ......
Didn't go looking for your old man at half time did BCV?
Yes mate I did....
I was sat next to you then!!
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I was block 552 up in the sky pretty much on the half way line. Great view - I would happily have the same seat again !!
To be fair I will be happy with any seat - it is our time ......
Didn't go looking for your old man at half time did BCV?
Yes mate I did....
I was sat next to you then!!
Whats the odds on that then ??
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I was block 552 up in the sky pretty much on the half way line. Great view - I would happily have the same seat again !!
To be fair I will be happy with any seat - it is our time ......
Didn't go looking for your old man at half time did BCV?
Yes mate I did....
I was sat next to you then!!
Whats the odds on that then ??
Bloody incredible, I reckon.
I hope you and the old man enjoy the final !
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Does anyone know a good bar in Vancouver that will be showing the game? Just moved here from Toronto thinking all I'd have to worry about was a good relegation battle :)
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Does anyone know a good bar in Vancouver that will be showing the game? Just moved here from Toronto thinking all I'd have to worry about was a good relegation battle :)
Head for the Irish bars downtown.
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anyone getting chicken and chips at half time
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Does anyone know a good bar in Vancouver that will be showing the game? Just moved here from Toronto thinking all I'd have to worry about was a good relegation battle :)
Head for the Irish bars downtown.
That is unbelievabley well informed advice SV. Surely cbt can't ask for anything more! I think you should start a Villa Out guide sort of similar to Time Out!
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Does anyone know a good bar in Vancouver that will be showing the game? Just moved here from Toronto thinking all I'd have to worry about was a good relegation battle :)
We should grab a pint sometime, I'm in BC every month. Will be there week of May 11th. In answer to your question, a couple of good spots.
In Gastown - The Charles Bar on West Cordova is really nice, huge screens and good food
Downtown - I would recommend Red Card on Seymour
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Does anyone know a good bar in Vancouver that will be showing the game? Just moved here from Toronto thinking all I'd have to worry about was a good relegation battle :)
Anybody know anywhere showing it in Ollantaytambo, Peru? :'(
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Does anyone know a good bar in Vancouver that will be showing the game? Just moved here from Toronto thinking all I'd have to worry about was a good relegation battle :)
Anybody know anywhere showing it in Ollantaytambo, Peru? :'(
Head for the Irish bar , in the town.
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Does anyone know a good bar in Vancouver that will be showing the game? Just moved here from Toronto thinking all I'd have to worry about was a good relegation battle :)
Anybody know anywhere showing it in Ollantaytambo, Peru? :'(
Head for the Irish bar , in the town.
How about in Dublin?
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Does anyone know a good bar in Vancouver that will be showing the game? Just moved here from Toronto thinking all I'd have to worry about was a good relegation battle :)
Anybody know anywhere showing it in Ollantaytambo, Peru? :'(
Head for the Irish bar , in the town.
How about in Dublin?
Head for the Canadian bar, in the town.
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How about in Dublin?
head to murrays bar , in O Connel Street
http://res.cloudinary.com/aston-villa/image/upload/c_fill,w_928/v1429815411/irishlions_FAcup_poster_A3-01_hitetg.jpg
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Does anyone know a good bar in Vancouver that will be showing the game? Just moved here from Toronto thinking all I'd have to worry about was a good relegation battle :)
Anybody know anywhere showing it in Ollantaytambo, Peru? :'(
Jump on a bus to Cuzco, it's only about 60k away. There is an Irish bar in the (NE?) corner of the main square and an "English pub" on the opposite side. Failing that, hack into Nobby Solano's tv account, I am sure he still follows us religiously.
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How about in Dublin?
head to murrays bar , in O Connel Street
http://res.cloudinary.com/aston-villa/image/upload/c_fill,w_928/v1429815411/irishlions_FAcup_poster_A3-01_hitetg.jpg
That looks like one heck of a day out 8am start and there's a late bar. ;D
And just to prove that this is our year.......we've won the thing seven times and 2+0+1+5 = 8, it's nailed on I tells ya. ;)
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Does anyone know a good bar in Vancouver that will be showing the game? Just moved here from Toronto thinking all I'd have to worry about was a good relegation battle :)
Anybody know anywhere showing it in Ollantaytambo, Peru? :'(
Jump on a bus to Cuzco, it's only about 60k away. There is an Irish bar in the (NE?) corner of the main square and an "English pub" on the opposite side. Failing that, hack into Nobby Solano's tv account, I am sure he still follows us religiously.
Cheers Pat, we're travelling up from Cuzco that day. In all seriousness, there is a man on the ground there right now sorting it all out. Be it in Cuzco or Ollantaytambo, I will go (watch) the ball.
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How about in Dublin?
head to murrays bar , in O Connel Street
http://res.cloudinary.com/aston-villa/image/upload/c_fill,w_928/v1429815411/irishlions_FAcup_poster_A3-01_hitetg.jpg
That looks like one heck of a day out 8am start and there's a late bar. ;D
And just to prove that this is our year.......we've won the thing seven times and 2+0+1+5 = 8, it's nailed on I tells ya. ;)
Check the small print in your life insurance before you head up there!
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After years investigating your charming cousins in the North, I might survive!
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Does anyone know a good bar in Vancouver that will be showing the game? Just moved here from Toronto thinking all I'd have to worry about was a good relegation battle :)
Anybody know anywhere showing it in Ollantaytambo, Peru? :'(
Jump on a bus to Cuzco, it's only about 60k away. There is an Irish bar in the (NE?) corner of the main square and an "English pub" on the opposite side. Failing that, hack into Nobby Solano's tv account, I am sure he still follows us religiously.
Cheers Pat, we're travelling up from Cuzco that day. In all seriousness, there is a man on the ground there right now sorting it all out. Be it in Cuzco or Ollantaytambo, I will go (watch) the ball.
Good luck - I absolutely loved Cuzco, it had a really chilled vibe. If you want any tips just PM me.
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FA Cup Final replica shirts (home and away) now on sale in the club shop at £35 for anyone interested.
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FA Cup Final replica shirts (home and away) now on sale in the club shop at £35 for anyone interested.
Why's there an 'Away' version?
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Does anyone know a good bar in Vancouver that will be showing the game? Just moved here from Toronto thinking all I'd have to worry about was a good relegation battle :)
Anybody know anywhere showing it in Ollantaytambo, Peru? :'(
Jump on a bus to Cuzco, it's only about 60k away. There is an Irish bar in the (NE?) corner of the main square and an "English pub" on the opposite side. Failing that, hack into Nobby Solano's tv account, I am sure he still follows us religiously.
Think I've seen that journey on "world's deadliest" where the coach spins it's back wheels traverses across the mud "road" and falls 4,000 feet.
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FA Cup Final replica shirts (home and away) now on sale in the club shop at £35 for anyone interested.
Why's there an 'Away' version?
Hoping some people buy both?
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FA Cup Final replica shirts (home and away) now on sale in the club shop at £35 for anyone interested.
Why's there an 'Away' version?
was thinking league cup
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Eh?
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FA Cup Final replica shirts (home and away) now on sale in the club shop at £35 for anyone interested.
Why's there an 'Away' version?
Hoping some people buy both?
Because they've got boatloads of away shirts left in stock?
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Any pics ? Is it just ironed on wording or stitched ??
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Ironed on. Bit of text below the badge and FA Cup logos on both sleeves.
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FA Cup Final replica shirts (home and away) now on sale in the club shop at £35 for anyone interested.
On a similar note are this season's shirts still available for a tenner with the voucher?
Went to get my lad one before the QPR match and the queue went round the shop twice!
If they have some left will buy him one before the Everton game
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They are.
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That deal has been extended to (or always was) all remaining home games and season ticket holders. Loads of stock available in the club shop so wouldn't worry about not getting one.
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Ironed on. Bit of text below the badge and FA Cup logos on both sleeves.
That's poor. stitching should be standard, assume player issue will be
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Good luck - I absolutely loved Cuzco, it had a really chilled vibe. If you want any tips just PM me.
Cheers Pat. Really looking forward to it, even if some idiot has moved the cup final back two weeks.
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They are.
Ta Leeg
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Got a day off today and wifey is at work, so I've got an opportunity to wash the clothes I wore at the semi final in readiness for the final. I don't know why but I have to do them seperately. My lucky socks are currently on a 40 degree wash and in an hour or so my lucky undies will get done. Jeans will follow lunchtime and my fleece should be done before wifey gets home. I will of course dry them seperately in the tumble dryer as well.
I do have a dilema about my lucky retro home shirt. It's never been washed. I've had it two seasons now and I literally put it on as I walk out the door to the game and I take it off when I get
home. It was a long day at the semi and it probably needs a freshen up. If I wash it will we lose?*
*this top has witnessed the worst home record in our history but that's not the point.
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I took this on Sunday. Lots complained it says Arsenal first but officially they are the home team, its just that we won the toss to wear our home kit
(https://scontent-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xaf1/t31.0-8/11051860_10153285157438055_3834161715049115329_o.jpg)
On another note, just looked at the seating plan online and Block 551 we were in was split into two prices for the semi final, £53 and £43. This time it's all one price.... £90!! Rob dogs
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Just sorted my ticket. Tried ringing a few times between 9-9.30 but permanently engaged, so went online. Ticket booked in about 5 minutes! Block 541, upper tier behind goal, £70.
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Would some kind person mind posting a screenshot of which blocks are available so far? It's not even possible to look at the seating map until it's your allocated day.
Many thanks.
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got mine, all done and dusted by 09:15 online.
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Would some kind person mind posting a screenshot of which blocks are available so far? It's not even possible to look at the seating map until it's your allocated day.
Many thanks.
havent got a screen shot but online today they are selling:
548/549/550/551/541/539/133/139/126
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Would some kind person mind posting a screenshot of which blocks are available so far? It's not even possible to look at the seating map until it's your allocated day.
Many thanks.
havent got a screen shot but online today they are selling:
548/549/550/551/541/539/133/139/126
Cheers!
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Found this view from your seat (http://www.wembleystadium.com/TheStadium/ViewFromYourSeat.aspx#vfs) thingy useful when choosing which block
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BTW, when booking online you can select a block, but NOT a specific seat
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Got a day off today and wifey is at work, so I've got an opportunity to wash the clothes I wore at the semi final in readiness for the final. I don't know why but I have to do them seperately. My lucky socks are currently on a 40 degree wash and in an hour or so my lucky undies will get done. Jeans will follow lunchtime and my fleece should be done before wifey gets home. I will of course dry them seperately in the tumble dryer as well.
I do have a dilema about my lucky retro home shirt. It's never been washed. I've had it two seasons now and I literally put it on as I walk out the door to the game and I take it off when I get
home. It was a long day at the semi and it probably needs a freshen up. If I wash it will we lose?*
*this top has witnessed the worst home record in our history but that's not the point.
I wore EXACTLY the same clothes to the semi as I wore to spurs the week before, washed in between of course. I will be making sure to don the same clothes to the Everton game on Saturday. Assuming that the magic continues, they will be worn to all games attended, up to and including the final. Stupid buggers aint we !!!!!!
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BTW, when booking online you can select a block, but NOT a specific seat
I did know this but thanks again anyway - do you know if you get any more choice (e.g. rows) on the phone?
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So if this season is my first with a season card and I've been to all rounds of the cup I get priority over someone who has been a season ticket holder for 10+ seasons and has been to 4+ rounds of the FA Cup this season? Just feels a bit strange that one.
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Got a day off today and wifey is at work, so I've got an opportunity to wash the clothes I wore at the semi final in readiness for the final. I don't know why but I have to do them seperately. My lucky socks are currently on a 40 degree wash and in an hour or so my lucky undies will get done. Jeans will follow lunchtime and my fleece should be done before wifey gets home. I will of course dry them seperately in the tumble dryer as well.
I do have a dilema about my lucky retro home shirt. It's never been washed. I've had it two seasons now and I literally put it on as I walk out the door to the game and I take it off when I get
home. It was a long day at the semi and it probably needs a freshen up. If I wash it will we lose?*
*this top has witnessed the worst home record in our history but that's not the point.
I wore EXACTLY the same clothes to the semi as I wore to spurs the week before, washed in between of course. I will be making sure to don the same clothes to the Everton game on Saturday. Assuming that the magic continues, they will be worn to all games attended, up to and including the final. Stupid buggers aint we !!!!!!
I know...although I'm sure Delph looked up before he shot to make sure I was wearing the same gear that I had on against Albion!
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So if this season is my first with a season card and I've been to all rounds of the cup I get priority over someone who has been a season ticket holder for 10+ seasons and has been to 4+ rounds of the FA Cup this season? Just feels a bit strange that one.
That's correct. Villa are giving priority to the ST holders who attended the most cup games**.
However, all ST holders that want a ticket will get one. So the number of cup games and how long you've been a ST holder doesn't really matter.
Its just a way of spreading out demand and making things easier for the TO.
(** I think that Arsenal take a different approach and give priority to fans who go to away games)
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Sorted my ticket too. Block 133 right in the middle behind the goal. Wanted block 125 again, so disappointed not be going back there.
Just hope we have a decent view and aren't placed too low down.
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Sorted my ticket too. Block 133 right in the middle behind the goal. Wanted block 125 again, so disappointed not be going back there.
Just hope we have a decent view and aren't placed too low down.
I was in there for the semi. It's to the left of the goal as you're looking and I had a great view.
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Sorted my ticket too. Block 133 right in the middle behind the goal. Wanted block 125 again, so disappointed not be going back there.
Just hope we have a decent view and aren't placed too low down.
I was in there for the semi. It's to the left of the goal as you're looking and I had a great view.
Great stuff. Thanks Dave.
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I've gone for block 551 up in the gods, same as for the semi, on the basis that I don't want to risk changing a winning team...
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Sorted my ticket too. Block 133 right in the middle behind the goal. Wanted block 125 again, so disappointed not be going back there.
Just hope we have a decent view and aren't placed too low down.
I was in there for the semi. It's to the left of the goal as you're looking and I had a great view.
We were in block 133 as well. Yeah, it was a decent view.
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BTW, when booking online you can select a block, but NOT a specific seat
I did know this but thanks again anyway - do you know if you get any more choice (e.g. rows) on the phone?
No.
I phoned ahead yesterday and asked exactly this - they can only tell us block, not row or seat number.
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Sorted my ticket too. Block 133 right in the middle behind the goal. Wanted block 125 again, so disappointed not be going back there.
Just hope we have a decent view and aren't placed too low down.
Out of interest, how much did you pay?
I would look but because I don't fit the criteria yet, I can't see online how much is what.
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Sorted my ticket too. Block 133 right in the middle behind the goal. Wanted block 125 again, so disappointed not be going back there.
Just hope we have a decent view and aren't placed too low down.
Out of interest, how much did you pay?
I would look but because I don't fit the criteria yet, I can't see online how much is what.
I paid £90.00. It was classed at category 2 mate.
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Sorted my ticket too. Block 133 right in the middle behind the goal. Wanted block 125 again, so disappointed not be going back there.
Just hope we have a decent view and aren't placed too low down.
you should have waited a few days till your preferred block came on sale
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Sorted my ticket too. Block 133 right in the middle behind the goal. Wanted block 125 again, so disappointed not be going back there.
Just hope we have a decent view and aren't placed too low down.
Out of interest, how much did you pay?
I would look but because I don't fit the criteria yet, I can't see online how much is what.
I paid £90.00. It was classed at category 2 mate.
Ah ok, thanks. That's ridiculous pricing really.
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With the lower allocation I doubt we have block 125 this time.
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Sorted my ticket too. Block 133 right in the middle behind the goal. Wanted block 125 again, so disappointed not be going back there.
Just hope we have a decent view and aren't placed too low down.
We were in block 134, row 20 and the view was awsome.
Out of interest, how much did you pay?
I would look but because I don't fit the criteria yet, I can't see online how much is what.
Sorted my ticket too. Block 133 right in the middle behind the goal. Wanted block 125 again, so disappointed not be going back there.
Just hope we have a decent view and aren't placed too low down.
Out of interest, how much did you pay?
I would look but because I don't fit the criteria yet, I can't see online how much is what.
Sorted my ticket too. Block 133 right in the middle behind the goal. Wanted block 125 again, so disappointed not be going back there.
Just hope we have a decent view and aren't placed too low down.
Out of interest, how much did you pay?
I would look but because I don't fit the criteria yet, I can't see online how much is what.
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Cat 1 has gone from £63 to £120 for the final! Cat 2 from £53 to £90. Robbing bastards.
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Quote fail of the day has already been sewn up!
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Do we know the reason why specific seats can't be purchased (either online or over the phone) ?
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Sorted my ticket too. Block 133 right in the middle behind the goal. Wanted block 125 again, so disappointed not be going back there.
Just hope we have a decent view and aren't placed too low down.
We were in block 134, row 20 and the view was awsome.
Out of interest, how much did you pay?
I would look but because I don't fit the criteria yet, I can't see online how much is what.
Sorted my ticket too. Block 133 right in the middle behind the goal. Wanted block 125 again, so disappointed not be going back there.
Just hope we have a decent view and aren't placed too low down.
Out of interest, how much did you pay?
I would look but because I don't fit the criteria yet, I can't see online how much is what.
Sorted my ticket too. Block 133 right in the middle behind the goal. Wanted block 125 again, so disappointed not be going back there.
Just hope we have a decent view and aren't placed too low down.
Out of interest, how much did you pay?
I would look but because I don't fit the criteria yet, I can't see online how much is what.
that is a thing of beauty
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Is there ANY other event, where a customer would pay between £70-£120 for a ticket, and not have the ability to choose a seat.
The fact that we can't and just accept without question it is madness, pure madness.
I guess supply and demand is a wonderful thing to some.
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We're in Block 133 as well - £70
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(** I think that Arsenal take a different approach and give priority to fans who go to away games)
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My Arsenal supporting contacts here tell me there is a ballot for season ticket holders - they have 40k of them for 25k seats. Of the 7 season ticket holders I know not managed to get a ticket for the semi final.
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This is how Arsenal are doing it.
http://www.arsenal.com/match/report/1415/tickets/first-team/fa-cup-final-tickets
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I now qualify for OAP rates, for a £120 adult ticket I got £10 off. Big deal.
However my season ticket last year cost me £550, this year, with the OAP rate and using my Villa cash balance, it has cost me £227, which is brilliant.
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BTW, when booking online you can select a block, but NOT a specific seat
I did know this but thanks again anyway - do you know if you get any more choice (e.g. rows) on the phone?
No.
I phoned ahead yesterday and asked exactly this - they can only tell us block, not row or seat number.
Forget what I was told yesterday!
Just been told Block, row and seat numbers!!!
Happy!
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could you ask for a specific row or group of rows? e.g. nearer the back / front?
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could you ask for a specific row or group of rows? e.g. nearer the back / front?
I was offered block 133 but asked for 139 where we'd been for the SF and was perfect for my mate's disabled daughter. The guy soon sorted seats for us 1 row in front of our SF tickets. We were hoping to get similar for the Final - my mate and his daughter will be well-chuffed!
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Witton End may have to be re-instated at this rate!
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A Ballot, for new season ticket sales...
http://www.avfc.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/0,,10265~4675139,00.html
Excludes current season ticket holders.
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I have been a supporter since 1972 but as I am now based in Yorkshire I don't get to VP very often and in fact this Saturday against Everton will be my first visit this season. Should I be allowed a Wembley ticket?
Of course not! Longevity does not necessarily equate to loyalty.
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I applied online for a ticket in block 126, but in the club's email confirmation, they have not advised me of the row or seat number. Is this the same for everybody else?
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I applied online for a ticket in block 126, but in the club's email confirmation, they have not advised me of the row or seat number. Is this the same for everybody else?
Same for me. I have block 133 but no idea where in the block.
I was offered £90 and £70 seats and plumped for the £70 ones in the hope that they are further back, and higher rather than low down towards the front.
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Good luck to all you guys who have your tickets
But I am also frigging green with envy gotta play Russian roulette and wait till the final day of the criteria to hopefully sit with my kids which is there day, just hope that if you are in the criteria you should stand a chance of getting one.
I'm going to be a nervous wreck come the last few days of the criteria
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Witton End may have to be re-instated at this rate!
I miss the witty repartee.
And the idea of us all meeting to swap sitting/standing tickets will have become so much more manageable as there would only be 25,000 of us!
It could actually work!
;-)
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I qualify for first day non ST criteria and hope there will be few left.... Do u think there will be coach travel still on offer at that point ?
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I applied online for a ticket in block 126, but in the club's email confirmation, they have not advised me of the row or seat number. Is this the same for everybody else?
Same for me. I have block 133 but no idea where in the block.
I was offered £90 and £70 seats and plumped for the £70 ones in the hope that they are further back, and higher rather than low down towards the front.
Sorry - it is the other way round, the cheaper ones are nearer the front for the very reason you want them to be at the back - the overall view of play is better from the back end of the tier.
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I qualify for first day non ST criteria and hope there will be few left.... Do u think there will be coach travel still on offer at that point ?
Same for me. Bloody well hope so.
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Is there ANY other event, where a customer would pay between £70-£120 for a ticket, and not have the ability to choose a seat.
The fact that we can't and just accept without question it is madness, pure madness.
I guess supply and demand is a wonderful thing to some.
The rugby would cup, my dad has brought a ticket for Australia vs Uruguay at Villa Park and he doesn't even know what stand he's in just that it's a category A ticket
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Got my ticket no idea where I am sitting because I had to get my sister to order it for me, she got the £90 one so I assume that will be decent. Can't wait it's time to bring the cup home :)
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We'll be running round the Bullring with the cup.
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pissed up
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Tickets sorted. So that's a nip over and back from a music festival in Bristol - Bloody Villa eh! ;)
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If there is any left I will be getting mine on the 12th.
I assume i can get my brother in laws for him as well as long as I have his booking history details and address etc?
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My brother, who doesn't follow football, was dreaming last night that we took a 1-0 lead. It was quite early in the game and it was a good lob from far out from a "white chap with brown hair."
Sadly his 3 year old daughter woke him up before the final whistle so I can't tell you yet whether we win the FA Cup or not.
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Tickets sorted. So that's a nip over and back from a music festival in Bristol - Bloody Villa eh! ;)
Are you going to the Dictators gig on the Friday ?
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Block 126 again. Hopefully a lucky omen.
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Tickets sorted. So that's a nip over and back from a music festival in Bristol - Bloody Villa eh! ;)
Are you going to the Dictators gig on the Friday ?
No, a festival called "Temples" that we did last year.
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I am going tomorrow..any idea what time the queue starts getting serious?
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i think i might be getting a ticket via a friend but it could be in the arse end,if i do get it i will be looking for an arsenal fan with a villa ticket,what do you recken.
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Tickets sorted. So that's a nip over and back from a music festival in Bristol - Bloody Villa eh! ;)
Are you going to the Dictators gig on the Friday ?
No, a festival called "Temples" that we did last year.
Blimey that lineup looks heavy
I thinks that I saw Earth at Supersonic a few years ago
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Anyone sit in 133 last time? Decent view? My fear is if you are first few rows it will be too low down behind the net. Was in 551 last time but gone up from £43 to £90 so looking at the £70's this time.
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You could be sitting on the roof at Wembley and still have a good view.
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You could be sitting on the roof at Wembley and still have a good view.
Fair's fair, much as I hate the place they did a great job on the sightlines.
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You could be sitting on the roof at Wembley and still have a good view.
Not if you are low down (first 4 rows) and have a cameraman fucker with his bouncy fucking camera in front of you, like we did at the Chelsea semi.
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We were on the back row of Block 536 for the semi and the view was brilliant.
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You could be sitting on the roof at Wembley and still have a good view.
Not if you are low down (first 4 rows) and have a cameraman fucker with his bouncy fucking camera in front of you, like we did at the Chelsea semi.
You didn't miss much.
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Got three tickets this morning in Block 120. Unfortunately they are for the Capital Summertime Ball.
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Ticket arrived in the post today - quicker than the semi tickets!
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Was in queue online for about 15 mins before it let me in at 915am. Had the phone on the go too but that was perma engaged
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Was in queue online for about 15 mins before it let me in at 915am. Had the phone on the go too but that was perma engaged
Does the email confirmation give your Row and seat number? Mine didn't.
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Was in queue online for about 15 mins before it let me in at 915am. Had the phone on the go too but that was perma engaged
I was able to buy mine online at 2pm and was all done in five minutes.
I did look at moving behind the goal but in the end I decided to stay in block 126
Also booked the Red Car Park (ie the freaky multistory). Yellow Parking is only for buses and minibuses this time
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Was in queue online for about 15 mins before it let me in at 915am. Had the phone on the go too but that was perma engaged
Does the email confirmation give your Row and seat number? Mine didn't.
My email confirmation didn't give row or seat number either but ticket turned up fine
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You could be sitting on the roof at Wembley and still have a good view.
Fair's fair, much as I hate the place they did a great job on the sightlines.
Positioning all seats so they face the centre spot makes a hell of a difference, even if you're standing up.
The toilets can't cope with a football crowd who have been on the pop beforehand, but I can't really fault the facilities there otherwise. I hate the Club Wembley tier though, and the outside with all that glass is just ugly, more like an airport. Horrible.
As run down as it became it's still sad to not be greeted by the sight of the twin towers.
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Got tickets near where we sat for the Semi-Final, so the lucky seats obviously mean that we'll win the Cup.
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I thought I was elligible to get a ticket today but I forgot I've only attended 3 rounds of the cup and not the required 4. Pain in the arse.
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I thought I was elligible to get a ticket today but I forgot I've only attended 3 rounds of the cup and not the required 4. Pain in the arse.
You can get it in two days time, it's not that big a hassle is it?
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went online at 14 15 email confirmation received at 14 20.
That's how to buy you cup final ticket
Fantastic
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It went online at 14 15 email confirmation received at 14 20.
That's how to buy you cup final ticket
Fantastic
It must be that hat you're wearing.
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Well I have been to a funeral in Worcester today of my dad's cousin. Back at the pub in Bromsgrove where we had a few drinks and remembered her life and I got talking to her daughter who was showing people some old photos. There was a Villa envelope with pics from the 1957 final and some newspaper cuttings. It turns out that the young lad in the replica Villa kit that you often see in 57 crowd photos is a distant relative of mine, called Andrew who died a couple of years ago. He was the mascot for the whole season apparently as that is how things worked back then.
We have to win it now surely!! ?
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Well I have been to a funeral in Worcester today of my dad's cousin. Back at the pub in Bromsgrove where we had a few drinks and remembered her life and I got talking to her daughter who was showing people some old photos. There was a Villa envelope with pics from the 1957 final and some newspaper cuttings. It turns out that the young lad in the replica Villa kit that you often see in 57 crowd photos is a distant relative of mine, called Andrew who died a couple of years ago. He was the mascot for the whole season apparently as that is how things worked back then.
We have to win it now surely!! ?
Shame that he's died. He's been written about a bit in H&V.
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A follow on from my post - Dave W posted in 2010 the following:
"From the man:
Players I may forget but I can never forget ANDREW PUGH
He was, I believe, a self appointed mascot or rather appointed by his father and mother!
Don't think they ever had any official backing. Andrew just appeared one day (I wish I could remember when but can't), and nobody seemed to object or have the heart to tell him they objected.
and his appearance never spawned any duplicates or rivals as it might have done today. Nor did it when he eventually 'became too big'. Mascots had to be small! I think he lasted about three seasons.
One possible reason was that there were no replica shirts or anything like them so his mother made all his kits. We wondered whether she would come up with a cup final outfit but she did so she was obviously talented in that direction although most women made their own dresses back then.
Somehow he used to get by the players entrance on to the pitch when the teams came out, even at away grounds, and take it from there. Other teams didn't seem to have mascots - or at least not many did, so he really was a pioneer.
My friends and I being teenagers were of course totally jealous but even we doubted he would get through the security at Wembley. He didn't pre-kick off (at least I'm sure he didn't!) but somehow he managed it after the cup had been presented. He's in all the pictures.
They lived in Kingstanding I think but can't swear to it. But and I've asked this many times, Where is he now? He must have a bucketful of memories to tell."
The funeral today was of ,my second cousin Jean Pugh and her late husband Alf Pugh (former Royal Marine) was I think his uncle or cousin.
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Cheers Dave, beat me to it.
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He couldn't have been that old when he died - mid/late sixties.
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He couldn't have been that old when he died - mid/late sixties.
62 I was told
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Be worried my pickled liver, Edvard has a cup final ticket!
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Booked my ticket yesterday at 9.10.
It arrived today ! Can't argue with that.
Train booked, hotel booked and ticket in hand. Can't wait !!
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Great news!
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Booked my ticket yesterday at 9.10.
It arrived today ! Can't argue with that.
Much the same for me.
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Well I have been to a funeral in Worcester today of my dad's cousin. Back at the pub in Bromsgrove where we had a few drinks and remembered her life and I got talking to her daughter who was showing people some old photos. There was a Villa envelope with pics from the 1957 final and some newspaper cuttings. It turns out that the young lad in the replica Villa kit that you often see in 57 crowd photos is a distant relative of mine, called Andrew who died a couple of years ago. He was the mascot for the whole season apparently as that is how things worked back then.
We have to win it now surely!! ?
Well I have been to a funeral in Worcester today of my dad's cousin. Back at the pub in Bromsgrove where we had a few drinks and remembered her life and I got talking to her daughter who was showing people some old photos. There was a Villa envelope with pics from the 1957 final and some newspaper cuttings. It turns out that the young lad in the replica Villa kit that you often see in 57 crowd photos is a distant relative of mine, called Andrew who died a couple of years ago. He was the mascot for the whole season apparently as that is how things worked back then.
We have to win it now surely!! ?
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Excellent first post there Phil, you'll fit in well here!
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And two for the price of one!
Welcome Phil. What are you reading ;)
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£110 for a child ! Absolute scumbag robbing wankers the FA
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£110 for a child ! Absolute scumbag robbing wankers the FA
Madonna would pay a lot more than £110 for a child, so it's not that expensive really.
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Well I have been to a funeral in Worcester today of my dad's cousin. Back at the pub in Bromsgrove where we had a few drinks and remembered her life and I got talking to her daughter who was showing people some old photos. There was a Villa envelope with pics from the 1957 final and some newspaper cuttings. It turns out that the young lad in the replica Villa kit that you often see in 57 crowd photos is a distant relative of mine, called Andrew who died a couple of years ago. He was the mascot for the whole season apparently as that is how things worked back then.
We have to win it now surely!! ?
Well I have been to a funeral in Worcester today of my dad's cousin. Back at the pub in Bromsgrove where we had a few drinks and remembered her life and I got talking to her daughter who was showing people some old photos. There was a Villa envelope with pics from the 1957 final and some newspaper cuttings. It turns out that the young lad in the replica Villa kit that you often see in 57 crowd photos is a distant relative of mine, called Andrew who died a couple of years ago. He was the mascot for the whole season apparently as that is how things worked back then.
We have to win it now surely!! ?
Punxsutawney Phil
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£110 for a child ! Absolute scumbag robbing wankers the FA
The £10 reduction is at the clubs discretion, you can bet that it's our lot that are losing out not the FA
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Just to put into perspective , to go the The Open Golf Final day at St andrews 2015 is £75 adult, free for kids
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Just to put into perspective , to go the The Open Golf Final day at St andrews 2015 is £75 adult, free for kids
They have to spend the day watching golf so they still lose out, golf wankers.
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Just to put into perspective , to go the The Open Golf Final day at St andrews 2015 is £75 adult, free for kids
They have to spend the day watching golf so they still lose out, golf wankers.
And to put it into another perspective the cheapest tickets for Mayweather v Pacquiao is $1,500.
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Just to put into perspective , to go the The Open Golf Final day at St andrews 2015 is £75 adult, free for kids
They have to spend the day watching golf so they still lose out, golf wankers.
And to put it into another perspective the cheapest tickets for Mayweather v Pacquiao is $1,500.
Yeah, but look at the quantity of free tickets they hand out. It's an inspiration to any sporting institution......
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...distant relative of mine, called Andrew who died a couple of years ago.
Unfortunate surname that.
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I can't help it but I always chuckle when the big fights end after a couple of minutes and think of the folks who spent thousands to watch it.
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Kids aren't allowed at boxing
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Just to put into perspective , to go the The Open Golf Final day at St andrews 2015 is £75 adult, free for kids
They have to spend the day watching golf so they still lose out, golf wankers.
And to put it into another perspective the cheapest tickets for Mayweather v Pacquiao is $1,500.
Yeah, but look at the quantity of free tickets they hand out. It's an inspiration to any sporting institution......
You try getting a freebie for this fight unless you spend millions in a casino.
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I can't help it but I always chuckle when the big fights end after a couple of minutes and think of the folks who spent thousands to watch it.
Bit like the Arsenal fans will feel after Benteke scores a hat trick in the first 10 minutes.
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Cheap at the price - one hotel suite may cost $50,000 for one night. Tickets changing hands for as much as $100,000. I can but dream of ever having that much money.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/boxing/32494796
Not too many years ago, I was in Las Vegas about a week before a big fight. The hype was brilliant even then, so much so that if I'd been there on the night of the fight, would have loved to attend. And boxing doesn't normally interest me. What surprised me most about Las Vegas was that there were plenty of other things to do besides gamble. Though watching the serious gamblers is extremely entertaining.
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Kids aren't allowed at boxing
As a kid who was dragged to various golf tournaments I so wish that had been the case with golf.
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Kids aren't allowed at boxing
Which, even if it were true, has exactly what to do with the price of fish?
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Kids aren't allowed at boxing
As a kid who was dragged to various golf tournaments I so wish that had been the case with golf.
Ditto re angling.
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This is turning into a therapy session. Anyone forced into any other minority/shit sports? Bad clothing? Embarrassing car?
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Angling is a good sit down spoiled.
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This is turning into a therapy session. Anyone forced into any other minority/shit sports? Bad clothing? Embarrassing car?
I was dragged to Cradley speedway when I was a nipper, but I quite liked it.
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Just to put into perspective , to go the The Open Golf Final day at St andrews 2015 is £75 adult, free for kids
They have to spend the day watching golf so they still lose out, golf wankers.
And to put it into another perspective the cheapest tickets for Mayweather v Pacquiao is $1,500.
The equivalent of boxings world cup so not really comparable
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I don't find watching the high rollers gamble entertaining at all, if anything it's quite disturbing and sad. Roll of a dice - win £7.3m , celebrate to the galleries like its a lottery win, next roll lose £9m ignore everyone. Repeat.
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Just to put into perspective , to go the The Open Golf Final day at St andrews 2015 is £75 adult, free for kids
They have to spend the day watching golf so they still lose out, golf wankers.
And to put it into another perspective the cheapest tickets for Mayweather v Pacquiao is $1,500.
The equivalent of boxings world cup so not really comparable
It's as comparable as golf.
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The FA Cup final this year is way bigger than the Word Cup final.
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I can't help it but I always chuckle when the big fights end after a couple of minutes and think of the folks who spent thousands to watch it.
Rarely over that quick
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Just to put into perspective , to go the The Open Golf Final day at St andrews 2015 is £75 adult, free for kids
They have to spend the day watching golf so they still lose out, golf wankers.
And to put it into another perspective the cheapest tickets for Mayweather v Pacquiao is $1,500.
The equivalent of boxings world cup so not really comparable
Agree.
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I can't help it but I always chuckle when the big fights end after a couple of minutes and think of the folks who spent thousands to watch it.
Rarely over that quick
I try that excuse a lot but it never works.
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Kids aren't allowed at boxing
Which, even if it were true, has exactly what to do with the price of fish?
They aren't at professional registered cards.
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Kids aren't allowed at boxing
Which, even if it were true, has exactly what to do with the price of fish?
They aren't at professional registered cards.
I must have imagined the ones I've seen then.
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Just to put into perspective , to go the The Open Golf Final day at St andrews 2015 is £75 adult, free for kids
They have to spend the day watching golf so they still lose out, golf wankers.
And to put it into another perspective the cheapest tickets for Mayweather v Pacquiao is $1,500.
Yeah, but look at the quantity of free tickets they hand out. It's an inspiration to any sporting institution......
You try getting a freebie for this fight unless you spend millions in a casino.
I know. I was being somewhat tongue in cheek.....!
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I can't help it but I always chuckle when the big fights end after a couple of minutes and think of the folks who spent thousands to watch it.
Rarely over that quick
I went to see Tyson fight in Altantic City in 1990 and it was literally over before I got to my seat.
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My memories of golf tournaments involve a horrendous headache, a wasp sting that left a lump in the back of my neck and a trip to hospital, I hate golf. My favourite memory is for some reason deciding I was going to get the autograph of a golfer called Neil Coles as many times as possible at a poxy tournament I was dragged along to. Think my folks got the message that day. Ten I think it was in the end.
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I can't help it but I always chuckle when the big fights end after a couple of minutes and think of the folks who spent thousands to watch it.
Rarely over that quick
I went to see Tyson fight in Altantic City in 1990 and it was literally over before I got to my seat.
The Spinks fight , the night Tyson punched a hole through a wall pre fight in his dressing room .
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The FA Cup final this year is way bigger than the Word Cup final.
That's why there's such a scrabble for tickets
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The FA Cup final this year is way bigger than the Word Cup final.
Possibly the biggest football match ever in this world!
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Does anyone know if junior and OAP tickets turning up as full-priced tickets again?
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Does anyone know if junior and OAP tickets turning up as full-priced tickets again?
Ha ha, I can see where your going with this
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I'm just interested in the discipline of ticket selling.
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I'm just interested in the discipline of ticket selling.
you should head over to the foible thread.
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The FA Cup final this year is way bigger than the Word Cup final.
That's why there's such a scrabble for tickets
BACRSLEB
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BRACES
That's the best I can do now.
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BRACES
That's the best I can do now.
"Consonant, please, Rachel."
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clabbers
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BRACES
That's the best I can do now.
"Consonant, please, Rachel."
Oh I saw that heavenly creature earlier as I am home today. She had a remarkable summer dress almost on!
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Kids aren't allowed at boxing
Which, even if it were true, has exactly what to do with the price of fish?
They aren't at professional registered cards.
I must have imagined the ones I've seen then.
Things have moved on a tad since you were a kid ;)
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Did anyone sit in the cheaper part behind the goal, lower tier? They have some in 135 for £90 or £70 which I presume are the first few rows. Too low down? Can't see goal other end? Was in 551 before up high and did feel slightly disconnected being so high up
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Did anyone sit in the cheaper part behind the goal, lower tier? They have some in 135 for £90 or £70 which I presume are the first few rows. Too low down? Can't see goal other end? Was in 551 before up high and did feel slightly disconnected being so high up
Try this. http://www.wembleystadium.com/TheStadium/ViewFromYourSeat.aspx
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Did anyone sit in the cheaper part behind the goal, lower tier? They have some in 135 for £90 or £70 which I presume are the first few rows. Too low down? Can't see goal other end? Was in 551 before up high and did feel slightly disconnected being so high up
for the sake of another 20 quid mate go for the 90 quid ones
it could be another 30 years before we are in another FA cup final
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Did anyone sit in the cheaper part behind the goal, lower tier? They have some in 135 for £90 or £70 which I presume are the first few rows. Too low down? Can't see goal other end? Was in 551 before up high and did feel slightly disconnected being so high up
Try this. http://www.wembleystadium.com/TheStadium/ViewFromYourSeat.aspx
I looked at that when I was considering moving behind the goal but its a bit misleading. Its not 'View from your seat' its 'View from the back of your block'
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Did anyone sit in the cheaper part behind the goal, lower tier? They have some in 135 for £90 or £70 which I presume are the first few rows. Too low down? Can't see goal other end? Was in 551 before up high and did feel slightly disconnected being so high up
The cheaper ones are for the first few rows so the view from seat thing isn't really a good guide. We were on row 3 of block 134, so the cheaper of the 2 different price categories for that block. Great view of the near goal and being close to the celebrations etc.
However I personally felt it was a bit too low down. At times it was hard to tell what was happening down the other end and I found myself watching the big screen at times.
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Cheers, went for the £90's in Block 135
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We were on row 25 of block 133 for the semi final and while it was a decent enough view, a bit further back would have been even better.
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My Dad foolishly booked a cruise prior to the 1/4 finals on the date of the final so my young lad has used his code. I'm then giving his code (4 FA Cup and 12 PL games) to my mate but will they sell him an adult ticket on a kids code? I know all the tickets were the same last time so do you think it's best to just buy a kids ticket on that code. Only difference I can see is that there are different coloured lights when you walk through the turnstiles. Depends what steward you get?
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My Dad foolishly booked a cruise prior to the 1/4 finals on the date of the final so my young lad has used his code. I'm then giving his code (4 FA Cup and 12 PL games) to my mate but will they sell him an adult ticket on a kids code? I know all the tickets were the same last time so do you think it's best to just buy a kids ticket on that code. Only difference I can see is that there are different coloured lights when you walk through the turnstiles. Depends what steward you get?
Have a monkey ready to slip the steward if the computer says No
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Got my ticket. Tried to sit as near as I could where I was for the semi-final.
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My Dad foolishly booked a cruise prior to the 1/4 finals on the date of the final so my young lad has used his code. I'm then giving his code (4 FA Cup and 12 PL games) to my mate but will they sell him an adult ticket on a kids code? I know all the tickets were the same last time so do you think it's best to just buy a kids ticket on that code. Only difference I can see is that there are different coloured lights when you walk through the turnstiles. Depends what steward you get?
Have a monkey ready to slip the steward if the computer says No
Took Problem Chimp to the FA Cup Final
Edit: Just brushed up on my cockney money slang and a monkey is £500. Would it not make more sense to just to pay the extra tenner?
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My Dad foolishly booked a cruise prior to the 1/4 finals on the date of the final so my young lad has used his code. I'm then giving his code (4 FA Cup and 12 PL games) to my mate but will they sell him an adult ticket on a kids code? I know all the tickets were the same last time so do you think it's best to just buy a kids ticket on that code. Only difference I can see is that there are different coloured lights when you walk through the turnstiles. Depends what steward you get?
For normal away games, you can upgrade a kids ticket so I don't see why you couldn't this time. It's downgrading them that you can't do apparently.
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My Dad foolishly booked a cruise prior to the 1/4 finals on the date of the final so my young lad has used his code. I'm then giving his code (4 FA Cup and 12 PL games) to my mate but will they sell him an adult ticket on a kids code? I know all the tickets were the same last time so do you think it's best to just buy a kids ticket on that code. Only difference I can see is that there are different coloured lights when you walk through the turnstiles. Depends what steward you get?
My dad too! Is he sailing from Southampton at 4pm? They might watch it together ;)
If it was explained about the child on the the adult ref you'd think they'd be sympathetic, also semi concessions tix turned out to be identical to adult, don't know if final ones have been eyeballed yet to see if it's the same?
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I think he is going out a few days before Norwegian one so he's hoping to watch it over there.
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My Dad foolishly booked a cruise prior to the 1/4 finals on the date of the final so my young lad has used his code. I'm then giving his code (4 FA Cup and 12 PL games) to my mate but will they sell him an adult ticket on a kids code? I know all the tickets were the same last time so do you think it's best to just buy a kids ticket on that code. Only difference I can see is that there are different coloured lights when you walk through the turnstiles. Depends what steward you get?
Have a monkey ready to slip the steward if the computer says No
Took Problem Chimp to the FA Cup Final
Edit: Just brushed up on my cockney money slang and a monkey is £500. Would it not make more sense to just to pay the extra tenner?
Or a bag o sand and gets 2 seats in Clab Wembley.
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I really want our younger fans to see us win a trophy this season. There's nothing like a cup win for a feel good factor. Unfortunately villa fans under twenty haven't experienced one.
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Well my cup ticket(s) came today I only wanted one but have got five. Tried calling the ticket office but it's closed so will have to sort it out in the morning.
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I'll have one off you, just throwing that out there!
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I'll have one off you, just throwing that out there!
Lol you'll be the first of many :)
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Well my cup ticket(s) came today I only wanted one but have got five. Tried calling the ticket office but it's closed so will have to sort it out in the morning.
Let me get this straight. You've got four spare cup final tickets and you're giving them back?
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Well my cup ticket(s) came today I only wanted one but have got five. Tried calling the ticket office but it's closed so will have to sort it out in the morning.
Let me get this straight. You've got four spare cup final tickets and you're giving them back?
Yeah they've obviously sent me someone else's tickets so they'll find out eventually anyway.
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Do cup final tickets have the person's name/reference on them?
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Do cup final tickets have the person's name/reference on them?
Not from what I can see you just get that other Void ticket which has my name and address on and my client ref.
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All four of them are mine. To save you the hassle and expense, I'll come and pick them up.
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Do cup final tickets have the person's name/reference on them?
Not from what I can see you just get that other Void ticket which has my name and address on and my client ref.
Just looked at my semi ticket and no name or reference on it either.
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I bet karlos96 private message box is full up already
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Do cup final tickets have the person's name/reference on them?
Not from what I can see you just get that other Void ticket which has my name and address on and my client ref.
Really ???
I didn't get any "void" ticket with client ref on ???
Just the 2 tickets and a generic letter from the FA
All tickets are obviously bar coded so if you don't send them back they will get voided off anyway .
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Do cup final tickets have the person's name/reference on them?
Not from what I can see you just get that other Void ticket which has my name and address on and my client ref.
Really ???
I didn't get any "void" ticket with client ref on ???
Just the 2 tickets and a generic letter from the FA
All tickets are obviously bar coded so if you don't send them back they will get voided off anyway .
The void ticket is a Villa ticket, with booking info on. You get them with every ticket you buy. Well I always do.
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Well my cup ticket(s) came today I only wanted one but have got five. Tried calling the ticket office but it's closed so will have to sort it out in the morning.
(http://i.imgur.com/LdjUoHC.gif)
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Do cup final tickets have the person's name/reference on them?
Not from what I can see you just get that other Void ticket which has my name and address on and my client ref.
Really ???
I didn't get any "void" ticket with client ref on ???
Just the 2 tickets and a generic letter from the FA
All tickets are obviously bar coded so if you don't send them back they will get voided off anyway .
The void ticket is a Villa ticket, with booking info on. You get them with every ticket you buy. Well I always do.
Yes I get them too.
These tickets are via the FA though. There is no spare stub with client ref etc and a avfc compliments slip.
Totally different system.
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Dunno about people back home, but when I've worn my villa shirt out recently ( ok today) I've had random strangers including Scousers come up to me and tell me they hope we stuff the arsenal. I always thought arsenal were one of those meh clubs that nobody really bothered about. Get to a cup final against them and seems everybody wants to be your best mate in Aus !
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Tickets came in the post yesterday. Block 133. Row 33.
Get In!
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My Dad foolishly booked a cruise prior to the 1/4 finals on the date of the final so my young lad has used his code. I'm then giving his code (4 FA Cup and 12 PL games) to my mate but will they sell him an adult ticket on a kids code? I know all the tickets were the same last time so do you think it's best to just buy a kids ticket on that code. Only difference I can see is that there are different coloured lights when you walk through the turnstiles. Depends what steward you get?
They will sell you an adult ticket as its more expensive.. Failing that give them a sob story. It worked for me at the SF
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Would some kind person mind giving an update on what blocks are available now?
Cheers!
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Would some kind person mind giving an update on what blocks are available now?
Cheers!
Not 126
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Quick question about the online ticket office...on the day when you're criteria becomes available, at what time in the morning does the online ticket office allow you to purchase tickets? Is the criteria scheduled to kick in at midnight, 9am or at a time when they update the website?
I'll need to make arrangements to go in late to work if its office hours only so any advise appreciated.
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9am - otherwise those queueing at the door would be disadvantaged.
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As I live so far away from VP, are they taking bookings via web site and/ or phone ?
Come 12th may where abouts or what value seats are likely to be left, if any ?
Wen ur criteria comes around if able to book on line is there a block map of wembley or just best seat available type bookings?
Thanks in advance for info
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As I live so far away from VP, are they taking bookings via web site and/ or phone ?
Come 12th may where abouts or what value seats are likely to be left, if any ?
Wen ur criteria comes around if able to book on line is there a block map of wembley or just best seat available type bookings?
Thanks in advance for info
You can 'phone or use online booking - 'phone took me about 50 mine to get through for the semi but t was Good Friday - have permission to take an hour at work on the 11th form 9AM to get ours for the Final - what a great manager I have ;-)
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Is there any advantage to going in person?
I've taken the day off in readiness
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No unless you are paying cash then you can save £2 and at the same time you can pick up your final replica shirt and get your name printed without a queue!
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Is there any advantage to going in person?
I've taken the day off in readiness
My eldest got our semi tickets in person with his cousin, they were in and out in 10 minutes and were able to choose where we sat. So I am going down with my brother on Tuesday and hoping for the same quick turnaround.
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Email from the club.
Apologies if this has already been posted, I know it was predicted by at least one poster.
Villa are pleased to announce a special ticket ballot for the upcoming FA Cup final against Arsenal.
All supporters who purchase a season ticket for the 2015-16 season (excluding current season ticket holders due to their entitlement to a Cup final ticket) by 5pm on Friday May 8 will be automatically entered into a Wembley ticket ballot - with lucky winners handed the opportunity to purchase a ticket for the showpiece event on Saturday May 30. For full details on the ballot, click here (http://www.avfc.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/0,,10265~4675139,00.html).
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58 years ago today.
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Don't know if it's been mentioned anywhere else but Falkirk have won the Scottish FA Cup twice, in 1913 &1957.
Villa won the English FA Cup in 1913 &1957.
Falkirk are in this year's Scottish FA Cup final.
It's written in the stars🙌🏻
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Just once or twice...
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Tickets for the Scottish cup final max out at £30.
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Tickets for the Scottish cup final max out at £30.
Bastards. That's a weeks wage in Falkirk.
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Tickets for the Scottish cup final max out at £30.
Bloody hell, I thought ours were overpriced. No wonder the stadium will be half empty.
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Tickets for the Scottish cup final max out at £30.
Bastards. That's a weeks wage in Falkirk.
Bit harsh, nice little town Falkirk, has a great curry house too.
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Tickets for the Scottish cup final max out at £30.
Bastards. That's a weeks wage in Falkirk.
Bit harsh, nice little town Falkirk, has a great curry house too.
Don't forget the wheel
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Tickets for the Scottish cup final max out at £30.
Bastards. That's a weeks wage in Falkirk.
Bit harsh, nice little town Falkirk, has a great curry house too.
Bless
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That's a slightly scary headline in the News section on the Villa website. "Ticket Office Today [05.05.15]: FA Cup/Southampton sold out"
Obviously it's just Southampton that's sold out.
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I've just brought my ticket, i couldn't get 6 together (me and my mates want to sit together) in category 2 so had to go for category 3, what are the category 3 seats like I'm in block 132?
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I've just brought my ticket, i couldn't get 6 together (me and my mates want to sit together) in category 2 so had to go for category 3, what are the category 3 seats like I'm in block 132?
terrible, I'll give you £30 for each ticket
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Sorted ours today. We're in 132. Please feel free to pop by and buy me a very expensive hot dog and pint combo.
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I've just brought my ticket, i couldn't get 6 together (me and my mates want to sit together) in category 2 so had to go for category 3, what are the category 3 seats like I'm in block 132?
terrible, I'll give you £30 for each ticket
tell you what, set me up a threesome with Rihanna and Nicole Scherzinger and it's yours for £30 lol
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Does any know if it will go down to the Tuesday 12th May 8+ game booking history or even the Wednesday 13th May 7+ game booking history?
Currently have 7 games and 2 cup games (I know these won't count).
Any very kind soul that could put me up the the 8 game criteria with spare 1 ref to give me a bit more chance I would be truly grateful.
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Does any know if it will go down to the Tuesday 12th May 8+ game booking history or even the Wednesday 13th May 7+ game booking history?
Currently have 7 games and 2 cup games (I know these won't count).
Any very kind soul that could put me up the the 8 game criteria with spare 1 ref to give me a bit more chance I would be truly grateful.
the 2 cup games count so you have 9 game booking history
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Sorted ours today. We're in 132. Please feel free to pop by and buy me a very expensive hot dog and pint combo.
*throws Block 132 gang sign*
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Sorted ours today. We're in 132. Please feel free to pop by and buy me a very expensive hot dog and pint combo.
would you be interested in chicken and chips
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Any further news on the games being shown at Villa Park?
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Conman
I reckon it will go down to the last 2 days or they wouldn't of put those dates in the criteria they have worked out how many ppl have what history also you can't swap refs from 1 person to another but good luck.
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Does any know if it will go down to the Tuesday 12th May 8+ game booking history or even the Wednesday 13th May 7+ game booking history?
Currently have 7 games and 2 cup games (I know these won't count).
Any very kind soul that could put me up the the 8 game criteria with spare 1 ref to give me a bit more chance I would be truly grateful.
the 2 cup games count so you have 9 game booking history
Cheers Conman. Tuesday online and phone here I come!
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Sorted ours today. We're in 132. Please feel free to pop by and buy me a very expensive hot dog and pint combo.
would you be interested in chicken and chips
I would recommend the nachos with cheese and chilli at £5.40
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buzzing block 541 for us right behind goal upper tier
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Can someone please post a link to block no's with guide to prices, as I can't find one, thanks
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Can someone please post a link to block no's with guide to prices, as I can't find one, thanks
(http://www.wiganathleticsupportersclub.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/Wembley-Seating-Plan.jpg)
These are the blocks for the semis. Replace the prices with these:
Prices are: Category 1 - £120 [adults], £110 [concessions*], Category 2 - £90 [adults], £80 [concessions*], Category 3 - £70 [adults], £60 [concessions*], Category 4 - £50 [adults], £40 [concessions*].
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Block 543 for me.
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Sorted ours today. We're in 132. Please feel free to pop by and buy me a very expensive hot dog and pint combo.
*throws Block 132 gang sign*
Are we going down this route?
(http://www.forbiddenplanet.co.uk/blog/wp2013/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/judge-dredd-block-mania-2-mcmahon-rebellion-idw.jpg)
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Row 44 this time, which should be an even better view than I had for the semi
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Any further news on the games being shown at Villa Park?
They are not making a decision on showing the game on screens at Villa Park until next week
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My ticket come yesterday
Row 11 must admit I'm a tad disappointed. really didn't want to be that low. Anybody got an crumbs of comfort for me
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My ticket come yesterday
Row 11 must admit I'm a tad disappointed. really didn't want to be that low. Anybody got an crumbs of comfort for me
at least your there HWAMH.........:)
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My ticket come yesterday
Row 11 must admit I'm a tad disappointed. really didn't want to be that low. Anybody got an crumbs of comfort for me
Which block ? At least you will be able to group hug Benteke when he smashes one in then launched himself into the fans
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My ticket come yesterday
Row 11 must admit I'm a tad disappointed. really didn't want to be that low. Anybody got an crumbs of comfort for me
That you're going to the game?
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Don't know which row yet.
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My ticket come yesterday
Row 11 must admit I'm a tad disappointed. really didn't want to be that low. Anybody got an crumbs of comfort for me
I got row 4 so I'm a tad disappointed as well.
But then realised that when Delph and the boys are parading the cup in front of us, we will feel right in the middle of things !!
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Anyone else's email confirmation been slow to come through? Bought online at 9:05 and still no email. Transaction history says I have bought....pressed re-send confirmation 3 times now! Also tried phoning....but contstantly engaged....Only panicking as that secure payment thing played up.. :-\
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Anyone else's email confirmation been slow to come through? Bought online at 9:05 and still no email. Transaction history says I have bought....pressed re-send confirmation 3 times now! Also tried phoning....but contstantly engaged....Only panicking as that secure payment thing played up.. :-\
I didn't receive a confirmation email. But my ticket came last Friday so don't worry.
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My ticket come yesterday
Row 11 must admit I'm a tad disappointed. really didn't want to be that low. Anybody got an crumbs of comfort for me
I got row 4 so I'm a tad disappointed as well.
But then realised that when Delph and the boys are parading the cup in front of us, we will feel right in the middle of things !!
Was in Row 7 for semi, and it was a better view than if you were sat in row 7 at Villa park. You see plenty of the pitch. Good atmosphere too.
I myself am going to the final by virtue of my Dad giving up his ticket. My terminally ill uncle will not be able to make it, and my Dad wants to watch it with him, and if that's in a hospital bed or his home or hospice then so be it. That's what he wants. I hope he's still here for it. I'm pleased I have a ticket, but the circumstances make me wish I hadn't.
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Anyone else's email confirmation been slow to come through? Bought online at 9:05 and still no email. Transaction history says I have bought....pressed re-send confirmation 3 times now! Also tried phoning....but contstantly engaged....Only panicking as that secure payment thing played up.. :-\
Got mine yesterday and no email received but the purchase history is logged on my account.
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cheers guys.....have done a screen print any way....will be sure when the £332 comes out of my bank account!
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cheers guys.....have done a screen print any way....will be sure when the £332 comes out of my bank account!
£332? You got a seat in the dugout?
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Row 44 is the very back row - just under the roof. We were in that row for the semi final. The view is still good, and I am handing the responsibility for banging on the walls and roof to you! Maximum noise please!
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Row 44 this time, which should be an even better view than I had for the semi
Should have quoted this!
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On the 'will the sales go to the last day?' question - I did ask the club and they said they couldn't guarantee it.
They said it depended on how many season ticket holders took up their seats, which is bollocks because even season ticket holders who don't take their seats will be using their reference on behalf of someone they know.
It will depend on how many of the people with the desired booking histories take up their seats, and amongst those, there will be people who don't pass their reference on.
.....but more so it will depend on how many people build up their booking histories by adding the games to the end of the season (which is what we have done) - in that respect, the key day probably will be the penultimate day - How many people have boosted their booking history to 8? That was the real unknown quantity when they put the criteria out there!
I asked because we have had to buy tickets for games we can't even get to, in order to get Mike & Stu's histories up to 7, so it was a gamble, but in the end, one we decided was worthwhile. We are just keeping our fingers crossed that it gets that far! As it happens, we have managed to secure one ticket from elsewhere, but if I can get 2 on the final day of sales, I know where the other one is going!
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I'm hopeful that we'll be ok on 8+ day but I'd be worried if I was on 7+ day. We'll see, I came back when Tim was appointed after giving up the season ticket last summer and had only been to about 4 games up to that point so if it's not to be, it's not to be.
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Would some kind person mind giving an update on what blocks are available now?
Cheers!
Not 126
Ironically, that's exactly where I've ended up.
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My ticket come yesterday
Row 11 must admit I'm a tad disappointed. really didn't want to be that low. Anybody got an crumbs of comfort for me
I was in row 6 for the semi and watched most of the game on the TV screen it was that bad when the ball went over to the far side.
Dont mention it...
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Would some kind person mind giving an update on what blocks are available now?
Cheers!
Not 126
Ironically, that's exactly where I've ended up.
It's a good block, I really enjoyed it for the SF and am back more or less same place for the final albeit further back this time.
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It's a proper Bloc Party on here.
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cheers guys.....have done a screen print any way....will be sure when the £332 comes out of my bank account!
£332? You got a seat in the dugout?
You would guess that! No that is cost for me and my 3 offspring.....should have worn a condom.....£80 for a kid (6,9,10) is scandalous....but I have waited 42 years to go to a final...they don't have too 8)
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cheers guys.....have done a screen print any way....will be sure when the £332 comes out of my bank account!
£332? You got a seat in the dugout?
You would guess that! No that is cost for me and my 3 offspring.....should have worn a condom.....£80 for a kid (6,9,10) is scandalous....but I have waited 42 years to go to a final...they don't have too 8)
£80 for a 6 year old is a fucking disgrace.
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cheers guys.....have done a screen print any way....will be sure when the £332 comes out of my bank account!
£332? You got a seat in the dugout?
You would guess that! No that is cost for me and my 3 offspring.....should have worn a condom.....£80 for a kid (6,9,10) is scandalous....but I have waited 42 years to go to a final...they don't have too 8)
£80 for a 6 year old is a fucking disgrace.
Yep - more than half the cost of his season ticket - 18 games
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cheers guys.....have done a screen print any way....will be sure when the £332 comes out of my bank account!
£332? You got a seat in the dugout?
You would guess that! No that is cost for me and my 3 offspring.....should have worn a condom.....£80 for a kid (6,9,10) is scandalous....but I have waited 42 years to go to a final...they don't have too 8)
£80 for a 6 year old is a fucking disgrace.
FA putting their money where their mouth is when encouraging the next generation to attend live matches.
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Amfy
I agree with you there about the season ticket holders also if some one who has only been to 4 games will boost there history up to 7 at a cost of say £100 for the final 3 games just to be in with a chance on the last day then the cost of final ticket.
Also can anyone tell me that if you got a St and a cash card or you eligible to get 2 tickets or is it one per person no matter what criteria you fall into.
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Amfy
I agree with you there about the season ticket holders also if some one who has only been to 4 games will boost there history up to 7 at a cost of say £100 for the final 3 games just to be in with a chance on the last day then the cost of final ticket.
Also can anyone tell me that if you got a St and a cash card or you eligible to get 2 tickets or is it one per person no matter what criteria you fall into.
Its one per person end of discussion
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£110 for my boy. Truly fucking scandalous that the FA charge that
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OH I'm HAPPY Im going to Wembley, and therefore not going to Stevie G's hub cap nicking birthday bash in Toxteth
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Phoned Villa Park today, they told me that they weren't doing anything for the final. So where should the ticketless watch the game?
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The criteria for 11th May at 2pm says - 4+ FA Cup 14-15 and 5+ Premier League 14-15. Does anybody know whether that means that you qualify if you have either 4+ FA Cup 14-15 or 5+ Premier League 14-15? Or do you need both?
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Both.
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Both.
Bugger, missed it by one game then. Never mind, roll on the 12th!
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Phoned Villa Park today, they told me that they weren't doing anything for the final. So where should the ticketless watch the game?
I cant believe the club are doing nothing for this .
Yet Arsenal are hoping for 40k plus to turn up at the Emirates.
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Phoned Villa Park today, they told me that they weren't doing anything for the final. So where should the ticketless watch the game?
On the telly?
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The club want to do something and it is still being discussed internally.
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The club should put it on in the Holte Suite, and offer a dinner package type event.
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You'd think that Villa would do that, a chance to make some extra money.
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I should imagine that staffing would be the primary problem. Many full-time staff and department managers could well have tickets for the final.
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they're running scared already :)
http://www.101greatgoals.com/blog/arsenal-fans-worry-wearing-yellow-shirts-fa-cup-final-tweets/
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Received my tickets today, Block 135, row 14. Bit low down really but I guess they won't exchange them? Bought online so only had choice of block.
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they're running scared already :)
http://www.101greatgoals.com/blog/arsenal-fans-worry-wearing-yellow-shirts-fa-cup-final-tweets/
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What will we be wearing then?
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they're running scared already :)
http://www.101greatgoals.com/blog/arsenal-fans-worry-wearing-yellow-shirts-fa-cup-final-tweets/
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What will we be wearing then?
home kit..
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The Doc
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they're running scared already :)
http://www.101greatgoals.com/blog/arsenal-fans-worry-wearing-yellow-shirts-fa-cup-final-tweets/
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What will we be wearing then?
fancy dress
its the last away game of the season
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Phoned Villa Park today, they told me that they weren't doing anything for the final. So where should the ticketless watch the game?
On the telly?
You could always watch it at the Emirates and have the weekend in London.
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Hi, I am seeing a lot of tickets on craigslist for this at apparently reasonable prices. I assume I would arrange to meet the people and pay them cash - where is the scam here? I think for Club Wembley you can print tickets as well as have the cards so someone could be looking to be paid twice however this might result in them losing their membership.
Also would someone mind posting a phot of a genine ticket (with any personal details covered up) so I can see what a real ticket looks like?
Cheers
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Lots of scammers on Craigslist. You'd be safer buying off a tout on match day outside the ground.
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Craigslist scammers want money up front.
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Cheers makes sense now.
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A woman at work who supports Villa asked me today if I was going to the final. I said I have to wait until Tuesday when I fit the criteria. She took great delight in telling me that she's got two tickets for herself and her husband through Devon FA. I know she hasn't been to any games this season and I don't think she did last season either.
It really boils my piss that so many tickets go to people like that but each club only gets 25000 tickets each.
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Agreed.
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Phoned Villa Park today, they told me that they weren't doing anything for the final. So where should the ticketless watch the game?
Why would Aston Villa staff the stadium when the club are at the FA Cup final?
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Phoned Villa Park today, they told me that they weren't doing anything for the final. So where should the ticketless watch the game?
Why would Aston Villa staff the stadium when the club are at the FA Cup final?
Same reason Arsenal are staffing the Emirates and hoping to get 40K in.
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I agree to a point but Club Wembley is main reason we get so few tickets...
The 'football family' have always been looked after by the FA.
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Phoned Villa Park today, they told me that they weren't doing anything for the final. So where should the ticketless watch the game?
Why would Aston Villa staff the stadium when the club are at the FA Cup final?
Im guessing they wont, theyll let some agency deal with it .
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Hi can anyone clarify this. I have a 9+ booking history, including two away games (booked through villa). Do away games count? I assumed they would but a few people have said otherwise?
Surely if they didn't it would be specified? But it just says booking history?
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Away games count.
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Did villa beam the Chelsea final back to B6 ? Don't recall it
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Did villa beam the Chelsea final back to B6 ? Don't recall it
There was no Chelsea final. I have airbrushed it from my memory.
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Did villa beam the Chelsea final back to B6 ? Don't recall it
There was no Chelsea final. I have airbrushed it from my memory.
This time around we'll give it a good go & it we can't win, we'll die trying.
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Did villa beam the Chelsea final back to B6 ? Don't recall it
There was no Chelsea final. I have airbrushed it from my memory.
Wish I could, it was a painful 6,000 mile round trip for me to watch a non event.
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Did villa beam the Chelsea final back to B6 ? Don't recall it
There was no Chelsea final. I have airbrushed it from my memory.
Wish I could, it was a painful 6,000 mile round trip for me to watch a non event.
In 23 days time, all that pain will be washed away forever!
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Did villa beam the Chelsea final back to B6 ? Don't recall it
There was no Chelsea final. I have airbrushed it from my memory.
Wish I could, it was a painful 6,000 mile round trip for me to watch a non event.
In 23 days time, all that pain will be washed away forever!
Sweet.
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I've got enough of a booking history for my eldest son to (hopefully) get a ticket for him on Monday morning.
Anyone got any idea if it would be quicker to buy on-line or get to the ticket office early & queue? Have there been queues for the ticket office to open?
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Did villa beam the Chelsea final back to B6 ? Don't recall it
There was no Chelsea final. I have airbrushed it from my memory.
Wish I could, it was a painful 6,000 mile round trip for me to watch a non event.
Was your sat nav fucked?
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Ahh, the 2000 Final. We lost, it was an awful game, I trod in a massive pile of horse shit and got a small piece of grit stuck in my eye. Other than that, it was great.
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Ahh, the 2000 Final. We lost, it was an awful game, I trod in a massive pile of horse shit and got a small piece of grit stuck in my eye. Other than that, it was great.
I broke a tooth on a steak sandwich in the morning, went to Wembley with blood pouring out of my mouth, and have so far spent several hundred quid on said tooth which escalated into full root canal work. Twice.
That day still bloody pains me.
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Did villa beam the Chelsea final back to B6 ? Don't recall it
There was no Chelsea final. I have airbrushed it from my memory.
Wish I could, it was a painful 6,000 mile round trip for me to watch a non event.
Was your sat nav fucked?
Probably the biggest anti-climax ever
Time to make amends
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Ahh, the 2000 Final. We lost, it was an awful game, I trod in a massive pile of horse shit and got a small piece of grit stuck in my eye. Other than that, it was great.
I broke a tooth on a steak sandwich in the morning, went to Wembley with blood pouring out of my mouth, and have so far spent several hundred quid on said tooth which escalated into full root canal work. Twice.
That day still bloody pains me.
How did you manage to break a tooth on a steak sandwich?
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T - Bone
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Did villa beam the Chelsea final back to B6 ? Don't recall it
There was no Chelsea final. I have airbrushed it from my memory.
Wish I could, it was a painful 6,000 mile round trip for me to watch a non event.
Was your sat nav fucked?
Probably the biggest anti-climax ever
Time to make amends
Yup. In 37 years following Villa that day was without doubt the worst. If we beat Arsenal it will be the greatest day since creation. Or since 1982 at least.
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I think for many winning on the 30th May 2015 will better/surpass winning on the 26th May 1982.
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Ahh, the 2000 Final. We lost, it was an awful game, I trod in a massive pile of horse shit and got a small piece of grit stuck in my eye. Other than that, it was great.
I broke a tooth on a steak sandwich in the morning, went to Wembley with blood pouring out of my mouth, and have so far spent several hundred quid on said tooth which escalated into full root canal work. Twice.
That day still bloody pains me.
How did you manage to break a tooth on a steak sandwich?
Biting into it.
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I think for many winning on the 30th May 2015 will better/surpass winning on the 26th May 1982.
It would for me, it would complete the set. If it happens I'm going to cry my eyes out.
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I think for many winning on the 30th May 2015 will better/surpass winning on the 26th May 1982.
It would for me, it would complete the set. If it happens I'm going to cry my eyes out.
As good as winning the European Cup was I was only a teenager at the time & only seen it through the tv .
To actually be there when Fab lifts the cup will be the greatest day ever from my perspective.
Edit.
Is there anyone on here that has seen us win the lot ?
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Ahh, the 2000 Final. We lost, it was an awful game, I trod in a massive pile of horse shit and got a small piece of grit stuck in my eye. Other than that, it was great.
I broke a tooth on a steak sandwich in the morning, went to Wembley with blood pouring out of my mouth, and have so far spent several hundred quid on said tooth which escalated into full root canal work. Twice.
That day still bloody pains me.
How did you manage to break a tooth on a steak sandwich?
Biting into it.
You should sue for GBH!
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The only one missing is the FA Cup. This is our time, surely!
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Got my ticket today. Cost me more than my World Cup final ticket but one happens every 4 years the other twice in 58 years. I know which is more important to me and there won't be a Tarquin in my seat! UTV!!
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I was at Highbury 81, Rotterdam 82, Villa Park beating Barcelona European Super Cup and seen us win the League Cup including the 1977 3 game marathon v Everton. The F.A Cup is the one I have not been there for in the flesh so on my bucket list. Born in 1961 so not won it in my lifetime but this is the year and will be there to see it.
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Passed my fitness test for the final (never thought I would one day be able to lay claim to passing a fitness test for an FA Cup final) with the physio last week and got a couple of category A tickets for my son and I yesterday. The icing on the cake is the fact that the final is on my son's 14th birthday. The cherry on top of the icing on the cake is the fact that due to this my parents have paid for the tickets for his birthday present. Going on the official coaches from Villa Park.
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Passed my fitness test for the final (never thought I would one day be able to lay claim to passing a fitness test for an FA Cup final) with the physio last week and got a couple of category A tickets for my son and I yesterday. The icing on the cake is the fact that the final is on my son's 14th birthday. The cherry on top of the icing on the cake is the fact that due to this my parents have paid for the tickets for his birthday present. Going on the official coaches from Villa Park.
nice one Damo70 and I hope your son has as good a birthday as I did on the 19th April....apart from all the boozing as he is only 14 :)
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Passed my fitness test for the final (never thought I would one day be able to lay claim to passing a fitness test for an FA Cup final) with the physio last week and got a couple of category A tickets for my son and I yesterday. The icing on the cake is the fact that the final is on my son's 14th birthday. The cherry on top of the icing on the cake is the fact that due to this my parents have paid for the tickets for his birthday present. Going on the official coaches from Villa Park.
The whipped cream on the cherry on the icing of the cake is that we're going to win!!!
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Hi All,
anybody any idea how long I will have to wait for if I get there for 2pm today - I only have limited time and not sure if I would be better off staying at work and hitting redial on the phone.
Anyone else get there at the start of their qualifying window that could tell me roughly what to expect que wise?
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There was a conservative Prime Minister elected in 1957........just saying.
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Passed my fitness test for the final (never thought I would one day be able to lay claim to passing a fitness test for an FA Cup final) with the physio last week and got a couple of category A tickets for my son and I yesterday. The icing on the cake is the fact that the final is on my son's 14th birthday. The cherry on top of the icing on the cake is the fact that due to this my parents have paid for the tickets for his birthday present. Going on the official coaches from Villa Park.
Glad to hear it Damo. Still waiting nervously for Tuesday, but pleased you have got your tickets sorted.
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There was a conservative Prime Minister elected in 1957........just saying.
Was he a Villa fan too...................?
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West Ham ;-)
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Block 133 for me :)
UTV
The Doc
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If none of you have got me a ticket yet it would be fantastic if you could get me a half and half scarf as a memento of your day out. i'm sure you'll all have a smashing time in London. if any of you can try and also get to see Leicester Square and Covent Garden as the are wonderful. Buckingham Palace is also quite close.
I'm so jealous. Wembley looks awesome on the television it'll be an amazing experience to be there for a final. So just sing your hearts out and be gracious when Arsenal lift the Cup because we want to conduct ourselves with dignity and pride. Win lose or draw I just want you all, US, to just enjoy the atmosphere on what will be a truly awesome occasion. Go the Villa.
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funny how official coaches leave at 12 for the final
yet left at 8 for the semi
12 minus 8 = 4
kick off is 2 and a half hours later
and the roads will be busier than a sunday
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If none of you have got me a ticket yet it would be fantastic if you could get me a half and half scarf as a memento of your day out. i'm sure you'll all have a smashing time in London. if any of you can try and also get to see Leicester Square and Covent Garden as the are wonderful. Buckingham Palace is also quite close.
I'm so jealous. Wembley looks awesome on the television it'll be an amazing experience to be there for a final. So just sing your hearts out and be gracious when Arsenal lift the Cup because we want to conduct ourselves with dignity and pride. Win lose or draw I just want you all, US, to just enjoy the atmosphere on what will be a truly awesome occasion. Go the Villa.
eh ???
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Did mine online in the end and it's 133 for me
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548
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Took me 5 minutes online
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If none of you have got me a ticket yet it would be fantastic if you could get me a half and half scarf as a memento of your day out. i'm sure you'll all have a smashing time in London. if any of you can try and also get to see Leicester Square and Covent Garden as the are wonderful. Buckingham Palace is also quite close.
I'm so jealous. Wembley looks awesome on the television it'll be an amazing experience to be there for a final. So just sing your hearts out and be gracious when Arsenal lift the Cup because we want to conduct ourselves with dignity and pride. Win lose or draw I just want you all, US, to just enjoy the atmosphere on what will be a truly awesome occasion. Go the Villa.
Err, don't know where to start with this! How about the half and half scarf? I don't ever want to see one of these abominations again although I probably will outside VP tomorrow. Gracious when Arsenal lift the cup? Yeah right.
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I don't think Peter is being entirely serious.
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I don't think Peter is being entirely serious.
Absolutely. Had me going for a few seconds though.
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funny how official coaches leave at 12 for the final
yet left at 8 for the semi
12 minus 8 = 4
kick off is 2 and a half hours later
and the roads will be busier than a sunday
I know the roads will be busier but we got there about 2 hours before the gates opened
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If none of you have got me a ticket yet it would be fantastic if you could get me a half and half scarf as a memento of your day out. i'm sure you'll all have a smashing time in London. if any of you can try and also get to see Leicester Square and Covent Garden as the are wonderful. Buckingham Palace is also quite close.
I'm so jealous. Wembley looks awesome on the television it'll be an amazing experience to be there for a final. So just sing your hearts out and be gracious when Arsenal lift the Cup because we want to conduct ourselves with dignity and pride. Win lose or draw I just want you all, US, to just enjoy the atmosphere on what will be a truly awesome occasion. Go the Villa.
Ah the tell tale signs of a liquid lunch
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Tickets arrived, block 132 row 1. Not sure I'm happy about being row 1 if I'm honest, it will be if we win though
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There was a conservative Prime Minister elected in 1957........just saying.
He wasn't elected in 1957. Eden was forced out due to Suez and MacMillan took over.
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Tickets arrived, block 132 row 1. Not sure I'm happy about being row 1 if I'm honest, it will be if we win though
WHEN we win
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Row 1 is a million % better than row sofa in block living room.
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Did mine online in the end and it's 133 for me
It's been mentioned that tickets were being sold on a block by block basis, but is there just a choice of anywhere left online now. Please can someone give me an idea whilst looking for 3 seats together , where the majority of seats are left currently by block no and/or by price please. Not able to purchase till Tuesday and need to be a bit prepaired wen trying by phone and/or online . Is the club also still taking coach bookings, how many full already ?
Many thanks in anticipation. Daz
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Did mine online in the end and it's 133 for me
It's been mentioned that tickets were being sold on a block by block basis, but is there just a choice of anywhere left online now. Please can someone give me an idea whilst looking for 3 seats together , where the majority of seats are left currently by block no and/or by price please. Not able to purchase till Tuesday and need to be a bit prepaired wen trying by phone and/or online . Is the club also still taking coach bookings, how many full already ?
Many thanks in anticipation. Daz
Daz , you need a PA
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Did mine online in the end and it's 133 for me
It's been mentioned that tickets were being sold on a block by block basis, but is there just a choice of anywhere left online now. Please can someone give me an idea whilst looking for 3 seats together , where the majority of seats are left currently by block no and/or by price please. Not able to purchase till Tuesday and need to be a bit prepaired wen trying by phone and/or online . Is the club also still taking coach bookings, how many full already ?
Many thanks in anticipation. Daz
Get the stadium plan up online and ask them on the phone what's available - you can then see where you are. The bloke who dealt with my phone booking was brilliant and was happy to discuss how best to put the six of us together....not always best on the same row, seats 1 to 6! Know what I mean? Good luck mate. Hope you get what you want.
UTV!
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Did mine online in the end and it's 133 for me
It's been mentioned that tickets were being sold on a block by block basis, but is there just a choice of anywhere left online now. Please can someone give me an idea whilst looking for 3 seats together , where the majority of seats are left currently by block no and/or by price please. Not able to purchase till Tuesday and need to be a bit prepaired wen trying by phone and/or online . Is the club also still taking coach bookings, how many full already ?
Many thanks in anticipation. Daz
Daz , you need a PA
He he, as 9am tues gets closer I'm getting increasingly stressed as to will I even get through and have a chance of tickets. Then have to make on the spot decisions so just would appreciate some likely options based on the ST holders purchased already !
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Did mine online in the end and it's 133 for me
It's been mentioned that tickets were being sold on a block by block basis, but is there just a choice of anywhere left online now. Please can someone give me an idea whilst looking for 3 seats together , where the majority of seats are left currently by block no and/or by price please. Not able to purchase till Tuesday and need to be a bit prepaired wen trying by phone and/or online . Is the club also still taking coach bookings, how many full already ?
Many thanks in anticipation. Daz
Get the stadium plan up online and ask them on the phone what's available - you can then see where you are. The bloke who dealt with my phone booking was brilliant and was happy to discuss how best to put the six of us together....not always best on the same row, seats 1 to 6! Know what I mean? Good luck mate. Hope you get what you want.
UTV!
Cheers, you'll all Be the first of the villa family to know if I'm successful. !
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Daz if I was you I would get up to villa park in person nice and early if that's feasible ?
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Daz if I was you I would get up to villa park in person nice and early if that's feasible ?
275 mile round trip and working at mid day , phone or tinternet it is unfortunately . My dad would nip up from worcs probably but not of the age to make sound decisions on spur of the moment unfortunately
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Daz if I was you I would get up to villa park in person nice and early if that's feasible ?
275 mile round trip and working at mid day , phone or tinternet it is unfortunately . My dad would nip up from worcs probably but not of the age to make sound decisions on spur of the moment unfortunately
Ok phone it is then. Good luck.
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Have a look at the Wembley seating plan online before you phone - just so you know where the blocks are and can have an idea of where would be favourable for you/postion in the stadium etc - IF you have much choice!
Good luck mate. The more of us the better!
And when you get there...sing yer fu**in' socks off!
If you don't get there sing yer socks off at home/in pub.
tbh: if I couldn't get a ticket I'd hope they'd be doing something at VP and go there.
Or...go down to Wembley anyway, soak up the atmosphere and watch it on the box at a local pub, then join in the celebrations after the game.
Mate of mine did this for the semi and had a great day...and no way was he on his own!
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It's been mentioned that tickets were being sold on a block by block basis, but is there just a choice of anywhere left online now. Please can someone give me an idea whilst looking for 3 seats together , where the majority of seats are left currently by block no and/or by price please. Not able to purchase till Tuesday and need to be a bit prepaired wen trying by phone and/or online . Is the club also still taking coach bookings, how many full already ?
Many thanks in anticipation. Daz
I'm in exactly the same boat as you Daz. I'm not sure if you're trying to say that there is just a choice of anywhere or if you're asking if there is just a choice of anywhere?
My understanding is that they have been releasing a few blocks at a time (as they did with the Semi-Final), so when it comes to Tuesday we'll have the option of either 2 or 3 blocks. If you're buying over the phone then just have a stadium plan with block numbers to hand. They may also give you an indication of where abouts in the block it is (front, middle or back) so you'll have a simple choice to make of upper or lower tier, and if we're lucky, from which angle of the pitch you prefer.
To be honest, just be happy if we get tickets...its going to be an awesome day where ever you sit! :)
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Ticket's came yesterday, row 3 to the right of the goal. A bit further back would have been nice but can't complain overall.
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Ticket's came yesterday, row 3 to the right of the goal. A bit further back would have been nice but can't complain overall.
What Cat were they ?
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Ticket's came yesterday, row 3 to the right of the goal. A bit further back would have been nice but can't complain overall.
What Cat were they ?
Dunno but I paid £70.
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We will be looking at the Crystals/Silverspoons? whatever it is option for any of our party that can't get tickets because it's right by Wembley, showing the match on big screens, and is Villa only.
Lots of Villa fans who are going to the game will be there for the build up anyway.
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We will be looking at the Crystals/Silverspoons? whatever it is option for any of our party that can't get tickets because it's right by Wembley, showing the match on big screens, and is Villa only.
Lots of Villa fans who are going to the game will be there for the build up anyway.
That sounds a good back up plan Amfy, I'm likely to be match ticketless (though I live in hope!) but am travelling to be amongst all the fun. Do you know if Crystals etc is just turn up on the day or can you buy an entrance ticket beforehand? At the LC Final v Man U I paid a few quid for a ticket in advance.
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If anyone is struggling for a ticket and doesn't mind spending £500 or more, here are some sites for you -
http://www.1st4footballtickets.com/fa-cup-final-2015-arsenal-vs-aston-villa-tickets/london-18014.html
http://www.livefootballtickets.com/fa-cup-final-2015-arsenal-v-aston-villa-tickets/london-18014.html
http://www.ticketbis.net/fa-cup-final-2015-tickets
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I shall be there early on Tuesday. Me and my lad have been to 9 games so hopefully there will be some tickets left
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Row 1 is a million % better than row sofa in block living room.
True, but at least when we win you'll have no problems finding your bed drunk, whereas I'll be that drunk I'll end up sleeping in the hotels corridor,,, again lol
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Driving down early on Tuesday morning - taking day off work. Hopefully it wont be a wasted journey - I could probably go online but knowing my luck my PC would crash.
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We will be looking at the Crystals/Silverspoons? whatever it is option for any of our party that can't get tickets because it's right by Wembley, showing the match on big screens, and is Villa only.
Lots of Villa fans who are going to the game will be there for the build up anyway.
That sounds a good back up plan Amfy, I'm likely to be match ticketless (though I live in hope!) but am travelling to be amongst all the fun. Do you know if Crystals etc is just turn up on the day or can you buy an entrance ticket beforehand? At the LC Final v Man U I paid a few quid for a ticket in advance.
You do need to get tickets up front but it is only £10 so a reasonable loss leader! I don't have a link, (because I am currently too pissed to work out how to do this) but I am sure you can find this - I think Legion knows - I could be wrong.
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Driving down early on Tuesday morning - taking day off work. Hopefully it wont be a wasted journey - I could probably go online but knowing my luck my PC would crash.
What time you planning to arrive?
Im thinking 8am as the ticket office opens at 9. For the semis there was apparently 200 in the queue at 9am, but I showed up at 12 and got tickets after only waiting 20 mins. However, as we know a lot less tickets available for the final
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We will be looking at the Crystals/Silverspoons? whatever it is option for any of our party that can't get tickets because it's right by Wembley, showing the match on big screens, and is Villa only.
Lots of Villa fans who are going to the game will be there for the build up anyway.
That sounds a good back up plan Amfy, I'm likely to be match ticketless (though I live in hope!) but am travelling to be amongst all the fun. Do you know if Crystals etc is just turn up on the day or can you buy an entrance ticket beforehand? At the LC Final v Man U I paid a few quid for a ticket in advance.
You do need to get tickets up front but it is only £10 so a reasonable loss leader! I don't have a link, (because I am currently too pissed to work out how to do this) but I am sure you can find this - I think Legion knows - I could be wrong.
Have you sobered up yet?
Is Danny still hiring the place in Ealing - that was a very good venue for the Liverpool Semi Final - I presume I need to go to the Ads to buy a ticket?
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He is. The Clay Oven.
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That's the one Leeg.
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Click to enlarge the image.
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Clay Oven ? Is that an Indian with a bar and big screen ?
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Clay Oven ? Is that an Indian with a bar and big screen ?
It was a big function room. Had two bars, and opeated a voucher system for the drinks. Worked extremley well and served a good purpose.
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funny how official coaches leave at 12 for the final
yet left at 8 for the semi
12 minus 8 = 4
kick off is 2 and a half hours later
and the roads will be busier than a sunday
I know the roads will be busier but we got there about 2 hours before the gates opened
when you say gates do you mean turnstiles
well providing there are no accidents or delays on the motorway
on that basis your coach should get to wembley at 5pm
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funny how official coaches leave at 12 for the final
yet left at 8 for the semi
12 minus 8 = 4
kick off is 2 and a half hours later
and the roads will be busier than a sunday
I know the roads will be busier but we got there about 2 hours before the gates opened
when you say gates do you mean turnstiles
well providing there are no accidents or delays on the motorway
on that basis your coach should get to wembley at 5pm
I think he means the gates/turnstiles @ Wembley.......not the gates to the carpark
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She probably does.
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She probably does.
what time did the gates or turnstiles open then
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Two hours before KO.
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The car parks (red and yellow) open at 8am til 11pm I believe
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funny how official coaches leave at 12 for the final
yet left at 8 for the semi
12 minus 8 = 4
kick off is 2 and a half hours later
and the roads will be busier than a sunday
I know the roads will be busier but we got there about 2 hours before the gates opened
when you say gates do you mean turnstiles
well providing there are no accidents or delays on the motorway
on that basis your coach should get to wembley at 5pm
Might be a way of preventing fans from getting so drunk before the final. I drove to the semi and standing in the concourse area before I kick off I've never actually seen so many pissed up people in all my life.
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Thanks Amfy/Legion for the info on the Clay Oven bash. I texted the no. on the ticket, got a call back right away and was given directions how to pay my £10 via PayPal, which I've done & am informed the ticket will be on its way to me this week.
Like a well oiled machine!
Thanks again
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funny how official coaches leave at 12 for the final
yet left at 8 for the semi
12 minus 8 = 4
kick off is 2 and a half hours later
and the roads will be busier than a sunday
I know the roads will be busier but we got there about 2 hours before the gates opened
when you say gates do you mean turnstiles
well providing there are no accidents or delays on the motorway
on that basis your coach should get to wembley at 5pm
Might be a way of preventing fans from getting so drunk before the final. I drove to the semi and standing in the concourse area before I kick off I've never actually seen so many pissed up people in all my life.
thats what wembley is all about
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funny how official coaches leave at 12 for the final
yet left at 8 for the semi
12 minus 8 = 4
kick off is 2 and a half hours later
and the roads will be busier than a sunday
I know the roads will be busier but we got there about 2 hours before the gates opened
when you say gates do you mean turnstiles
well providing there are no accidents or delays on the motorway
on that basis your coach should get to wembley at 5pm
Might be a way of preventing fans from getting so drunk before the final. I drove to the semi and standing in the concourse area before I kick off I've never actually seen so many pissed up people in all my life.
thats what wembley is all about
There's a song about it and the state we will be in when we run round the Bull Ring with the Cup - for all the imbibing I thought the atmosphere was very mellow - only problem was on the train back when there was an altercation about someone's Mother being possible morally loose...
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funny how official coaches leave at 12 for the final
yet left at 8 for the semi
12 minus 8 = 4
kick off is 2 and a half hours later
and the roads will be busier than a sunday
I know the roads will be busier but we got there about 2 hours before the gates opened
when you say gates do you mean turnstiles
well providing there are no accidents or delays on the motorway
on that basis your coach should get to wembley at 5pm
Might be a way of preventing fans from getting so drunk before the final. I drove to the semi and standing in the concourse area before I kick off I've never actually seen so many pissed up people in all my life.
thats what wembley is all about
I'd rather be sober enough to enjoy and remember every second of what might be our greatest day since 1982, but whatever floats your boat.
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I thought it was about the FA Cup Final, myself.
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funny how official coaches leave at 12 for the final
yet left at 8 for the semi
12 minus 8 = 4
kick off is 2 and a half hours later
and the roads will be busier than a sunday
I know the roads will be busier but we got there about 2 hours before the gates opened
when you say gates do you mean turnstiles
well providing there are no accidents or delays on the motorway
on that basis your coach should get to wembley at 5pm
Might be a way of preventing fans from getting so drunk before the final. I drove to the semi and standing in the concourse area before I kick off I've never actually seen so many pissed up people in all my life.
thats what wembley is all about
I'd rather be sober enough to enjoy and remember every second of what might be our greatest day since 1982, but whatever floats your boat.
Which is why I intend staying sober till I get back to Birmingham on the evening of May 30th. The FA Cup is the one I've been waiting for all my life.
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I had 2 drinks before the semi , a Smirnoff ice then a £4.95 330ml Bud inside wembley. That was purely to settle the nerves. Will do same for the final.
No way would I get pissed to a level you can't remember the game / occasion.
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Wish I had in 2000.
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Wish I had in 2000.
One of the worst games I've ever watched
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If anybody could provide the link for the Crystals/Silverspoons place to buy tickets I would be very grateful
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Don't Arsenal get that place as the East side? Liverpool got it for the semi.
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Singing "Abide with me " pre kick off is going to be very emotional. Will be looking at the sky for all those I know who will be looking on wishing the boys well.
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Don't Arsenal get that place as the East side? Liverpool got it for the semi.
Oh right , someone posted earlier that it was going to be Villa only. I will give them a ring I think.
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On the previous page - I think it is now the Clay Oven.
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From what was said by folks who did the Clay Oven for the semi, it's a fair old walk to the ground apparently. So keep that in mind time wise, depending how fast you walk it can be a good half hour walk is what they said.
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Wish I had in 2000.
And please let that be the last mention of it on this thread.
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From what was said by folks who did the Clay Oven for the semi, it's a fair old walk to the ground apparently. So keep that in mind time wise, depending how fast you walk it can be a good half hour walk is what they said.
I'm in a bit of an awkward situation I'm going down with my husband he's a season ticket holder but I am a game short for the last criteria so I intend to watch the game in Wembley whilst he goes so am just looking at best options to watch game. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
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The clay oven is a good half hour walk down the Ealing Rd near to Alperton bus depot
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From what was said by folks who did the Clay Oven for the semi, it's a fair old walk to the ground apparently. So keep that in mind time wise, depending how fast you walk it can be a good half hour walk is what they said.
I'm in a bit of an awkward situation I'm going down with my husband he's a season ticket holder but I am a game short for the last criteria so I intend to watch the game in Wembley whilst he goes so am just looking at best options to watch game. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Shoot him and give the ticket to me?
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If you aren't going to the game, Clay Oven would be where i'd go. Tenner a ticket to get in.
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From what was said by folks who did the Clay Oven for the semi, it's a fair old walk to the ground apparently. So keep that in mind time wise, depending how fast you walk it can be a good half hour walk is what they said.
I'm in a bit of an awkward situation I'm going down with my husband he's a season ticket holder but I am a game short for the last criteria so I intend to watch the game in Wembley whilst he goes so am just looking at best options to watch game. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Shoot him and give the ticket to me?
Haha
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Wish I had in 2000.
And please let that be the last mention of it on this thread.
Apart from 'wow, winning it feels so much better than losing did in 2000. Wasn't Benteke's 4th goal outstanding?'
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If you aren't going to the game, Clay Oven would be where i'd go. Tenner a ticket to get in.
Thank you. Can you pay on the door ?
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If you aren't going to the game, Clay Oven would be where i'd go. Tenner a ticket to get in.
Thank you. Can you pay on the door ?
I don't think so, click the image to enlarge the pic which has the info on. Hope that helps.
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If you aren't going to the game, Clay Oven would be where i'd go. Tenner a ticket to get in.
Thank you. Can you pay on the door ?
I don't think so, click the image to enlarge the pic which has the info on. Hope that helps.
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That's great thank you
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From what was said by folks who did the Clay Oven for the semi, it's a fair old walk to the ground apparently. So keep that in mind time wise, depending how fast you walk it can be a good half hour walk is what they said.
I'm in a bit of an awkward situation I'm going down with my husband he's a season ticket holder but I am a game short for the last criteria so I intend to watch the game in Wembley whilst he goes so am just looking at best options to watch game. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
There's the new shopping centre next door to the stadium, Wembley Designer Outlet ? I'm sure you could kill a couple of hours with hubby's plastic in there ?
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From what was said by folks who did the Clay Oven for the semi, it's a fair old walk to the ground apparently. So keep that in mind time wise, depending how fast you walk it can be a good half hour walk is what they said.
I'm in a bit of an awkward situation I'm going down with my husband he's a season ticket holder but I am a game short for the last criteria so I intend to watch the game in Wembley whilst he goes so am just looking at best options to watch game. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
There's the new shopping centre next door to the stadium, Wembley Designer Outlet ? I'm sure you could kill a couple of hours with hubby's plastic in there ?
Yes because that's the only thing women are interested in doing :/ Thanks but I'd rather watch the game.
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From what was said by folks who did the Clay Oven for the semi, it's a fair old walk to the ground apparently. So keep that in mind time wise, depending how fast you walk it can be a good half hour walk is what they said.
I'm in a bit of an awkward situation I'm going down with my husband he's a season ticket holder but I am a game short for the last criteria so I intend to watch the game in Wembley whilst he goes so am just looking at best options to watch game. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
There's the new shopping centre next door to the stadium, Wembley Designer Outlet ? I'm sure you could kill a couple of hours with hubby's plastic in there ?
Yes because that's the only thing women are interested in doing :/ Thanks but I'd rather watch the game.
Fair enough. So long as you've got the slow cooker on for when you get him home ;)
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From what was said by folks who did the Clay Oven for the semi, it's a fair old walk to the ground apparently. So keep that in mind time wise, depending how fast you walk it can be a good half hour walk is what they said.
I'm in a bit of an awkward situation I'm going down with my husband he's a season ticket holder but I am a game short for the last criteria so I intend to watch the game in Wembley whilst he goes so am just looking at best options to watch game. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
There's the new shopping centre next door to the stadium, Wembley Designer Outlet ? I'm sure you could kill a couple of hours with hubby's plastic in there ?
Yes because that's the only thing women are interested in doing :/ Thanks but I'd rather watch the game.
Fair enough. So long as you've got the slow cooker on for when you get him home ;)
Stopping over in Watford so no worries there ;)
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Probably a daft question but have you booked a Burnley ticket to take you up a game on your history?
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Yes I have . The annoying this is I went to a few at the start of the season but they went on Husbands ref as he was getting Villa cash for it Didn't give it a thought at the time for obvious reasons.
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From what was said by folks who did the Clay Oven for the semi, it's a fair old walk to the ground apparently. So keep that in mind time wise, depending how fast you walk it can be a good half hour walk is what they said.
I'm in a bit of an awkward situation I'm going down with my husband he's a season ticket holder but I am a game short for the last criteria so I intend to watch the game in Wembley whilst he goes so am just looking at best options to watch game. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
There's the new shopping centre next door to the stadium, Wembley Designer Outlet ? I'm sure you could kill a couple of hours with hubby's plastic in there ?
We had a quick walk round the Wembley Designer Outlet before the semi final, wasn't that impressed by it; it reminded me slightly of West Bromwich for some reason. We didn't have a single drink that day either, but that was more to do with Mr L having a hospital appointment first thing the next day.
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From what was said by folks who did the Clay Oven for the semi, it's a fair old walk to the ground apparently. So keep that in mind time wise, depending how fast you walk it can be a good half hour walk is what they said.
I'm in a bit of an awkward situation I'm going down with my husband he's a season ticket holder but I am a game short for the last criteria so I intend to watch the game in Wembley whilst he goes so am just looking at best options to watch game. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
There's the new shopping centre next door to the stadium, Wembley Designer Outlet ? I'm sure you could kill a couple of hours with hubby's plastic in there ?
We had a quick walk round the Wembley Designer Outlet before the semi final, wasn't that impressed by it; it reminded me slightly of West Bromwich for some reason. We didn't have a single drink that day either, but that was more to do with Mr L having a hospital appointment first thing the next day.
Dragging him round the shops on a Saturday afternoon ! Bloody typical ;)
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I've just had a couple of people contact me asking me to name my price for what I'm told is a very rare pressing of 'Never Mind The Bollocks', normally I'd ignore Duce requests but I've named my price.
A pair of FA Cup final tickets.
I haven't heard back as yet.
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I've just had a couple of people contact me asking me to name my price for what I'm told is a very rare pressing of 'Never Mind The Bollocks', normally I'd ignore Duce requests but I've named my price.
A pair of FA Cup final tickets.
I haven't heard back as yet.
load of bollocks
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I've just had a couple of people contact me asking me to name my price for what I'm told is a very rare pressing of 'Never Mind The Bollocks', normally I'd ignore Duce requests but I've named my price.
A pair of FA Cup final tickets.
I haven't heard back as yet.
Surprised Mussolini's a Sex Pistols fan.
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I only received one of the three tickets I bought. After calling the ticket office twice, they now say I need to call two days before the game, they will cancel my tickets and I'll have to pick up duplicates on the day from Wembley. I don't want to bore you with my sob story, but since someone else posted earlier that he received 5 tickets that weren't his, there are going to be a fair few genuine looking tickets out there that have been cancelled and won't let you in at the gate. My missing ones are in block 137 so if you are offered two together don't buy them, they won't work.
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In a dilemma about tomorrow. Do I take the morning off work to go to the ticket office or try phones and online. Could do with not using my hols but the thought of not getting through online or by phone is a bit concerning. Any idea how many tickets are left?
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I've just had a couple of people contact me asking me to name my price for what I'm told is a very rare pressing of 'Never Mind The Bollocks', normally I'd ignore such requests but I've named my price.
A pair of FA Cup final tickets.
I haven't heard back as yet.
Surprised Mussolini's a Sex Pistols fan.
Stupid phone.
Turning rebellion into tickets...
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Mussolini: His Part in Chris' Downfall
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All sorted! Very happy indeed.
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In a dilemma about tomorrow. Do I take the morning off work to go to the ticket office or try phones and online. Could do with not using my hols but the thought of not getting through online or by phone is a bit concerning. Any idea how many tickets are left?
If it helps I don't recall reading on here of people having problems getting through online, I found it a doddle for both the semi and final. I do know people who have taken ages getting through on the phone though, and I'm sure there'll be some sort sort of queue at the Ticket Office itself.
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Got mine. Word of advice, go online. Despite it not recognising password and having to reset I was done by 9.15 whilst phones constantly engaged
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Found this nugget of trivia while looking at an Arsenal forum about ticket touts.
http://news.arseblog.com;
This will be the 7th appearance at new Wembley
First 2 times we had the east end and lost them both
(FA Cup semi v Chelsea + League Cup final v Birmingham)
Last 4 times we have had the west stand and won.
It's our year, we have the lucky west End, and they have their unlucky East End.
UTV
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Tickets sorted,can't wait now!!!!
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Just got my tickets! Bring it on!
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Not got my ticket yet, but am assured its in the bag (club Wembley) flights are sorted. Job's a good'un!
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For those who have already received their tickets in the post - how long did it take to receive them after ordering?
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http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/football/competitions/fa-cup/11572629/Cup-deal-sees-FA-selling-its-soul-for-30m-pieces-of-silver.html (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/football/competitions/fa-cup/11572629/Cup-deal-sees-FA-selling-its-soul-for-30m-pieces-of-silver.html)
Good article by Henry Winter today about the FA Cup, including this sentence: "The sight and sound of 30,000-plus Villa fans saluting the semi-final victory against Liverpool was a powerful advertisement of one of the club’s greatest strengths, their huge support."
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I bought a couple of £50 tickets today from the club, they are in the top tier
I imagine they are the cheapest tickets going,
Was anyone up there for the semi, and what's the view and atmosphere like ?
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In a dilemma about tomorrow. Do I take the morning off work to go to the ticket office or try phones and online. Could do with not using my hols but the thought of not getting through online or by phone is a bit concerning. Any idea how many tickets are left?
If it helps I don't recall reading on here of people having problems getting through online, I found it a doddle for both the semi and final. I do know people who have taken ages getting through on the phone though, and I'm sure there'll be some sort sort of queue at the Ticket Office itself.
Cheers for that. It's online for me tomorrow then.
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I bought a couple of £50 tickets today from the club, they are in the top tier
I imagine they are the cheapest tickets going,
Was anyone up there for the semi, and what's the view and atmosphere like ?
I was in row 5 in block 544, despite being very far away from the actual pitch the view is good and the atmosphere was electric. Everyone behind the first few rows (as far as I could see at least) were stood up and singing the whole game. Felt quite similar to Newcastle or Sunderland away, if you happen to have been to those.
I was also worried it wouldn't be as good up there but it was brilliant.
Side note: buying mine tomorrow, was it only upper tier available to you?
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I bought a couple of £50 tickets today from the club, they are in the top tier
I imagine they are the cheapest tickets going,
Was anyone up there for the semi, and what's the view and atmosphere like ?
Brilliant. We were towards the front of 549 for the semi and the atmosphere was great. Hopefully it wont be diluted by the higher number of neutrals with tickets for the final.
There is an online view from your seat thing for Wembley if you want an idea of what the actual view might be like for the seats you have bought.
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For those who have already received their tickets in the post - how long did it take to receive them after ordering?
2 days
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I bought a couple of £50 tickets today from the club, they are in the top tier
I imagine they are the cheapest tickets going,
Was anyone up there for the semi, and what's the view and atmosphere like ?
I was in row 5 in block 544, despite being very far away from the actual pitch the view is good and the atmosphere was electric. Everyone behind the first few rows (as far as I could see at least) were stood up and singing the whole game. Felt quite similar to Newcastle or Sunderland away, if you happen to have been to those.
I was also worried it wouldn't be as good up there but it was brilliant.
Side note: buying mine tomorrow, was it only upper tier available to you?
Currently 8 upper blocks and 1 lower block being sold on with a mix of availability. I'm not clever enough to figure out how to post the picture form the official site. Maybe someone else could?
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Anyone managed to 'upgrade' a kids code, buying an adult ticket with it? Is this allowed?
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Anyone managed to 'upgrade' a kids code, buying an adult ticket with it? Is this allowed?
All tickets come through as full price. Nothing to differentiate between adult and concession tickets. Just buy on your kids code
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Just got my tickets! Bring it on!
See you on the M6 ;D ;D ;D
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I bought a couple of £50 tickets today from the club, they are in the top tier
I imagine they are the cheapest tickets going,
Was anyone up there for the semi, and what's the view and atmosphere like ?
I was in row 5 in block 544, despite being very far away from the actual pitch the view is good and the atmosphere was electric. Everyone behind the first few rows (as far as I could see at least) were stood up and singing the whole game. Felt quite similar to Newcastle or Sunderland away, if you happen to have been to those.
I was also worried it wouldn't be as good up there but it was brilliant.
Side note: buying mine tomorrow, was it only upper tier available to you?
Currently 8 upper blocks and 1 lower block being sold on with a mix of availability. I'm not clever enough to figure out how to post the picture form the official site. Maybe someone else could?
Thanks for that fella's, sounds good
Chipsticks,
I could only get the £50 tickets on line, the bottom tier came up as not available to me, so instead of hanging on the phone hoping for the bottom tier I just went for it,
It's a final ticket at the end of the day
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I bought a couple of £50 tickets today from the club, they are in the top tier
I imagine they are the cheapest tickets going,
Was anyone up there for the semi, and what's the view and atmosphere like ?
I was in row 5 in block 544, despite being very far away from the actual pitch the view is good and the atmosphere was electric. Everyone behind the first few rows (as far as I could see at least) were stood up and singing the whole game. Felt quite similar to Newcastle or Sunderland away, if you happen to have been to those.
I was also worried it wouldn't be as good up there but it was brilliant.
Side note: buying mine tomorrow, was it only upper tier available to you?
Currently 8 upper blocks and 1 lower block being sold on with a mix of availability. I'm not clever enough to figure out how to post the picture form the official site. Maybe someone else could?
Thanks for that fella's, sounds good
Chipsticks,
I could only get the £50 tickets on line, the bottom tier came up as not available to me, so instead of hanging on the phone hoping for the bottom tier I just went for it,
It's a final ticket at the end of the day
Cheers for the info, I was just curious - honestly I don't mind where my seat is aslong as I can get one!
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Hi
Can anybody tell me what blocks are on sale today?
many thanks.
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It varies from day to day anyway. Last time there was only upper tier available on the day Mr amfy qualified for tickets, but the next day they were selling lower tier tickets just near ours - which we had got on day 1! There is no rhyme or reason to it.
At this stage, if it gets to your day then you just have to take the best you can get, & not think too much about what else might be available tomorrow - it might be sold out tomorrow.
I am still hoping to land a couple on Wednesday - its nervy times!
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I've been sent an email about joining Club Wembley. Way out of my price range but if anyone is desperate enough PM me your email and I'll forward.
Each event includes free train travel between London and Birmingham on the day. Which is a bonus
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It varies from day to day anyway. Last time there was only upper tier available on the day Mr amfy qualified for tickets, but the next day they were selling lower tier tickets just near ours - which we had got on day 1! There is no rhyme or reason to it.
At this stage, if it gets to your day then you just have to take the best you can get, & not think too much about what else might be available tomorrow - it might be sold out tomorrow.
I am still hoping to land a couple on Wednesday - its nervy times!
Thanks Amfy
I'm just getting 'nervy' too, sitting here with the computer ready for the 2 o'clock window.
Good luck on Wednesday
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It varies from day to day anyway. Last time there was only upper tier available on the day Mr amfy qualified for tickets, but the next day they were selling lower tier tickets just near ours - which we had got on day 1! There is no rhyme or reason to it.
At this stage, if it gets to your day then you just have to take the best you can get, & not think too much about what else might be available tomorrow - it might be sold out tomorrow.
I am still hoping to land a couple on Wednesday - its nervy times!
Thanks Amfy
I'm just getting 'nervy' too, sitting here with the computer ready for the 2 o'clock window.
Good luck on Wednesday
Can you post on here what blocks you do find are available please?
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I bought a couple of £50 tickets today from the club, they are in the top tier
I imagine they are the cheapest tickets going,
Was anyone up there for the semi, and what's the view and atmosphere like ?
I was in row 5 in block 544, despite being very far away from the actual pitch the view is good and the atmosphere was electric. Everyone behind the first few rows (as far as I could see at least) were stood up and singing the whole game. Felt quite similar to Newcastle or Sunderland away, if you happen to have been to those.
I was also worried it wouldn't be as good up there but it was brilliant.
Side note: buying mine tomorrow, was it only upper tier available to you?
Currently 8 upper blocks and 1 lower block being sold on with a mix of availability. I'm not clever enough to figure out how to post the picture form the official site. Maybe someone else could?
Thanks for that fella's, sounds good
Chipsticks,
I could only get the £50 tickets on line, the bottom tier came up as not available to me, so instead of hanging on the phone hoping for the bottom tier I just went for it,
It's a final ticket at the end of the day
Cheers for the info, I was just curious - honestly I don't mind where my seat is aslong as I can get one!
We were on the very back row and the view was fantastic as was the atmosphere. We had to stand throughout and was worried my son wouldn't see but the way it's raked meant he had no problem and was able to sing his little heart out!
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Ticket booked (sitting with Legion and Freddy, same as every round!), upper tier, no idea of the block. Wemberleyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy!
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Hi
Can anybody tell me what blocks are on sale today?
many thanks.
Got ours in 530 (same as the semi) at 10AM - chap said the Lower Tier is sold out
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Ticket booked (sitting with Legion and Freddy, same as every round!), upper tier, no idea of the block. Wemberleyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy!
That means I'll have to try to catch you with you three outside then
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Had to go upper this time as there weren't 3 tickets together lower tier.
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In case anyone wants to know, today's blocks are:
132 and 128 have very limited availability.
The rest of the blocks are in the top level, roughly in the corners.
Sorry have saved the screen shot, but being a techno phobe, haven't worked how to post the image in the message.
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woo hoo just got 2 tickets block 531 £90 for me and my lad. booked online
done in 10 minute's.
UTV
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Whos doing the cup song? Black sabbath
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I've just had a couple of people contact me asking me to name my price for what I'm told is a very rare pressing of 'Never Mind The Bollocks', normally I'd ignore such requests but I've named my price.
A pair of FA Cup final tickets.
I haven't heard back as yet.
Surprised Mussolini's a Sex Pistols fan.
Stupid phone.
Turning rebellion into tickets...
All over , people changin their seats
along with their travel plans
if paul lambert flew in today
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Oh, to be there. I went on another site and found tickets around £650 - they don't say which end though. Still, for that price they could say 'the moon'.
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For those who have already received their tickets in the post - how long did it take to receive them after ordering?
Ordered Last Tuesday, I received them on Friday.
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For those who have already received their tickets in the post - how long did it take to receive them after ordering?
2 days
Thanks sv. I've called the office and they say there's no defined order for posting tickets. Mine was ordered six days ago. Flying out to India on Friday so just a bit concerned.
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For those who have already received their tickets in the post - how long did it take to receive them after ordering?
2 days
Thanks sv. I've called the office and they say there's no defined order for posting tickets. Mine was ordered six days ago. Flying out to India on Friday so just a bit concerned.
The final is in London mate.
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For those who have already received their tickets in the post - how long did it take to receive them after ordering?
2 days
Thanks sv. I've called the office and they say there's no defined order for posting tickets. Mine was ordered six days ago. Flying out to India on Friday so just a bit concerned.
The final is in London mate.
*applauds* Great work
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For those who have already received their tickets in the post - how long did it take to receive them after ordering?
2 days
Thanks sv. I've called the office and they say there's no defined order for posting tickets. Mine was ordered six days ago. Flying out to India on Friday so just a bit concerned.
Your postman's going to Wembley, isn't he?
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For those who have already received their tickets in the post - how long did it take to receive them after ordering?
2 days
Thanks sv. I've called the office and they say there's no defined order for posting tickets. Mine was ordered six days ago. Flying out to India on Friday so just a bit concerned.
The final is in London mate.
Bugger!
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Driving down early on Tuesday morning - taking day off work. Hopefully it wont be a wasted journey - I could probably go online but knowing my luck my PC would crash.
What time you planning to arrive?
Im thinking 8am as the ticket office opens at 9. For the semis there was apparently 200 in the queue at 9am, but I showed up at 12 and got tickets after only waiting 20 mins. However, as we know a lot less tickets available for the final
about the same time - am leaving home at 5am
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http://www.avfc.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/0,,10265~4708927,00.html
Official site now saying they'll run out on Wednesday, so should mean anyone going tmoz will get one, me included, hopefully!.
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£90 for an adult ticket and £80 for a junior. Extortionate.
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Whoever's going tomorrow I'd like 2 adults, or 2 children please. Or 2 adults 1 child. Or, 2 adults. Or, 1 adult. Ta.
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£90 for an adult ticket and £80 for a junior. Extortionate.
welcome to the cheap seats.
£110 in the posh seats
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The adult prices are a rip-off when you consider what the same seats cost a month ago.
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http://www.avfc.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/0,,10265~4708927,00.html
Official site now saying they'll run out on Wednesday, so should mean anyone going tmoz will get one, me included, hopefully!.
Excellent news. Was starting to panic with all these hill billies camping out...I'm going to put my faith in technology and pray nothing goes tits up with our client refs! :)
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Got my Son's ticket on-line this morning, took less than 5 mins. Signed in about 8.50 & bought it straightaway. I would guess that's the quickest way to get a ticket unless you queue from about 5am.
Block 547, same as semi-final.
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Got my Son's ticket on-line this morning, took less than 5 mins. Signed in about 8.50 & bought it straightaway. I would guess that's the quickest way to get a ticket unless you queue from about 5am.
Block 547, same as semi-final.
Sometimes wen getting other tickets, the booking history doesn't seem to update or is wrong for me....hope it's right tomoz !
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Did the online ticket office allow you to buy before 9am or did you have to wait a few minutes?
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Heads up people
Not due until tomorrow.Guess what
Went online and only booked it just now!!!!
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Got my Son's ticket on-line this morning, took less than 5 mins. Signed in about 8.50 & bought it straightaway. I would guess that's the quickest way to get a ticket unless you queue from about 5am.
Block 547, same as semi-final.
Sometimes wen getting other tickets, the booking history doesn't seem to update or is wrong for me....hope it's right tomoz !
If it doesn't work then get on the phone straight away Daz. I've got a work meeting in the morning so could really do without any technical glitches! :O
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Got mine. Word of advice, go online. Despite it not recognising password and having to reset I was done by 9.15 whilst phones constantly engaged
Wat sort of choices online re blocks or just best seat available ? How do I know I get 3 together on line ? Are coaches still available online too ?
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Heads up people
Not due until tomorrow.Guess what
Went online and only booked it just now!!!!
I just tried it, no luck here!
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I only received one of the three tickets I bought. After calling the ticket office twice, they now say I need to call two days before the game, they will cancel my tickets and I'll have to pick up duplicates on the day from Wembley. I don't want to bore you with my sob story, but since someone else posted earlier that he received 5 tickets that weren't his, there are going to be a fair few genuine looking tickets out there that have been cancelled and won't let you in at the gate. My missing ones are in block 137 so if you are offered two together don't buy them, they won't work.
what row were these in??
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Heads up people
Not due until tomorrow.Guess what
Went online and only booked it just now!!!!
I'm guessing, but you probably qualified today and miscounted. Or the club has.
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Heads up people
Not due until tomorrow.Guess what
Went online and only booked it just
I just tried it, no luck here!
No, nor me, bet its down to my booking history, plus 1 booking was for 3 games as it was offered as a special offer hat trick deal
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Looks like I miscounted the Burnley game.Apologies.
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AlexAlexCropley in multiple heart attack failure shocker! :P
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As I say, apologies.I was nearly on a defibrillator meself!
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Got my Son's ticket on-line this morning, took less than 5 mins. Signed in about 8.50 & bought it straightaway. I would guess that's the quickest way to get a ticket unless you queue from about 5am.
Block 547, same as semi-final.
Sometimes wen getting other tickets, the booking history doesn't seem to update or is wrong for me....hope it's right tomoz !
You can check your transaction history on-line, this will show you how many tickets have been allocated against your client reference.
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I only received one of the three tickets I bought. After calling the ticket office twice, they now say I need to call two days before the game, they will cancel my tickets and I'll have to pick up duplicates on the day from Wembley. I don't want to bore you with my sob story, but since someone else posted earlier that he received 5 tickets that weren't his, there are going to be a fair few genuine looking tickets out there that have been cancelled and won't let you in at the gate. My missing ones are in block 137 so if you are offered two together don't buy them, they won't work.
what row were these in??
Row 24
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I'm not eligible until tomorrow. 9 games this season. I saw the post above and tried it, and the OS is letting me buy a ticket.
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Still yet to receive a confirmation e-mail though.
Definitely purchased on the site though. I wonder where I stand now, i.e. will they honour it or not.
edit: I've now received confirmation.
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Tomorrow is 8 games not 9. Wednesday is 7 and that's when they expect to sell out. Club are working this perfectly like a well oiled machine.
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Yeah, tomorrow is 8 games. Today is 10.
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I have 9 games and tried my luck - as ever my luck was out - up at 5am tomorrow for the journey to B6 - anyone know a decent place to get breakfast around Villa Park?
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I have 9 games and tried my luck - as ever my luck was out - up at 5am tomorrow for the journey to B6 - anyone know a decent place to get breakfast around Villa Park?
My only suggestion is Tesco's.............
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I have 9 games and tried my luck - as ever my luck was out - up at 5am tomorrow for the journey to B6 - anyone know a decent place to get breakfast around Villa Park?
Baps & Balls in Tame Road, B6 7DS, do proper breakfasts. Don't expect muesli.
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I am the saddest ****** in the world, but have 2 category 1 tickets to the final and just want someone to go with
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Me please!
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OK PM me
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If Eurochamps lets you down, I'll let you wear my skin as a dressing gown for a ticket! :-D
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I am the saddest c*** in the world, but have 2 category 1 tickets to the final and just want someone to go with
I'll carry you there.
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Be careful, eurochamps, this may be an elaborate scheme to lure you into something sordid.
villadom -the clue is in the name...
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I was chatting with a Bluenose colleague today and he was doing his best to wind up me about how Arsenal were going to hammer us but his heart wasn't in it as he knows that I know he would swap places in a heartbeat. That is when the unlikeliness of it all really hit me. After years of toil and struggle with the club seemingly drifting into irrelevance as any sort of force we are now just one good performance away from possibly winning the FA Cup and all that that entails to Villa fans.
It is just crazy.
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Sorry Murfee has claimed the ticket
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You were bang on Tokyo Sexwhale!
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I was chatting with a Bluenose colleague today and he was doing his best to wind up me about how Arsenal were going to hammer us but his heart wasn't in it as he knows that I know he would swap places in a heartbeat. That is when the unlikeliness of it all really hit me. After years of toil and struggle with the club seemingly drifting into irrelevance as any sort of force we are now just one good performance away from possibly winning the FA Cup and all that that entails to Villa fans.
It is just crazy.
I know what you mean.
What's more, I am more and more starting to think we are actually going to win it.
I think we are capable of beating anyone on a one-off basis, and I think we'd have a better chance against a team for whom we'll have to raise our game than we would against one we'd be expected to beat.
We're actually going to do it.
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And when I think that ^^^^^ and then think back to two or three months ago, I'd have found it utterly, utterly inconceivable that I'd be saying the above now, about any match, let alone an FA Cup final.
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I know, I was driving to work only this morning and it suddenly really hit me that we are actually in the FA Cup Final with a team that is playing well and is full of confidence.
We are one game away from winning a competition that I've pretty much written off as us never winning in my lifetime, a Cup that above all others I want us to win and for once the stars seem to be aligning for us. I keep telling myself that we're playing Arsenal, the chances of victory are slim in the hope that by repeating this I then won't get disappointed. But the more I think about it the more I genuinely believe we will win. I feel completely opposite to the 2000 Cup Final where in honesty I never really believed.
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It's our year. We're on page 57
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Tonight's result notwithstanding, Arsenal are going to sail into second place in the league having recently played the majestic, fluid football with which they're rightly synonymous. Given that their target each season is fourth, that's pretty good. It gives me the sense that they might just approach the final with an air of the spineless complacency with which they're also rightly synonymous.
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Savour this. It's our year. It's coming. Be loud if you get there. We represent all here crying out for a ticket. We owe them, to sing our hearts out, to will the team to victory. This means so much more to us. We can help win this.
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anyone know anyone with a spare.......my email to TSM was ignored and the SFA have said they will not give me a their tickets....
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Got to VP about 5.25, around 100 in front of me. Queues doubled now, 6.40.
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What time does ticket office open, 8 or 9 ? Got a feeling it's gonna take ages to get through on phone
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Dateline Villa Park: 07.35.
Around 500 here. Sun starting to break through clouds. VCTM and Lamdrew spotted.
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Has anyone tried booking online?
I've been through my booking history plenty of times, I've definitely only got 9 games. I also called and spoke with the TO last week, to see if I could get a stub added to my history, they said no and said I'd be eligible on Tuesday... Yet I ordered last night online no problem.
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Has anyone tried booking online?
I've been through my booking history plenty of times, I've definitely only got 9 games. I also called and spoke with the TO last week, to see if I could get a stub added to my history, they said no and said I'd be eligible on Tuesday... Yet I ordered last night online no problem.
If you've got 4 Cup and 5 other games that's why you'd have been eligible yesterday, no?
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It won't let me go online yet and I have 8 game history. Although as 3,games were bought as a package it shows up as a single transaction, that's gonna be a problem I think, but clearly shouldn't be
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Dateline Villa Park: 07.35.
Around 500 here. Sun starting to break through clouds. VCTM and Lamdrew spotted.
Any TV/Radio crews about ?
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08.05: Rain. Doors open.
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Good luck to all in the queue . Hope you all come away happy.
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Good luck to all in the queue . Hope you all come away happy.
same here..
UTV
The Doc
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Got to VP about 5.25, around 100 in front of me. Queues doubled now, 6.40.
Good Grief! That is going to be a stupidly early start for me tomorrow! Will need to be even earlier when they are down to the last few.
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Good luck all!
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Office opened about 8.10. Approx 250 behind me now. Tmoz is going to be squeaky bum time.
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So many cars they have closed he car park I think
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About 220 in front, 200 behind.
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About 220 in front, 200 behind.
wow...
UTV
The Doc
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Got one!
Online let me on about 08.35. No £110 or £90 tickets in blocks near the pitch so went for £50 ticket in block 544 I think. So excited I forgot to write it down.
Im now at work grinning like an idiot. Can't wait now. Good luck to all others especially those queuing. Hope you all get a ticket. UTV
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The lads at the front of the que got there at 6pm yesterday !
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I know two people who are queing, one who's been there since 4.30am this morning. Hope everyone get's sorted.
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Phones constantly engaged. Online box office message in a queue , can't get on. Are they serving anyone at VP?
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Queue slow moving but not many joining it.
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The online bar has gone backwards a couple of times.....!!
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13 windows open in ticket office
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Just got 2 tickets block 531 booked online sorted.
Good luck to you all at VP.
UTV.
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Got mine at about 0850 online but had logged on about 20 mins early so I didn't have the claret bar of doom!! Upper deck 529, cat 2 tickets. Come on.....
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531 booked for friends too online 9:04am. Not had email confirmation yet but printed out the final screen. Beats this queuing lark
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Are coaches sold out
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Just bought mine after an anxious time with the claret and blue bar. Block 545. I'll be going on my own as my mates down here didn't have enough history. Absolutely buzzing for it.
I honestly didn't think I would get a ticket with the allocation being small.
Come on you lions!!
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I had a morning off work and just got two tickets for my son and myself. I could have got my ticket earlier, but just couldn't think of going on my own. He has been coming up to Villa Park with me since the age of three. His many years as a season ticket doing the long trip from Dorset without a hint of glory or success are hopefully going to end on the 30th May. I must admit I did wonder if we would ever make it to an FA Cup Final where we could go together. I can't wait for him to come home from school and show him the confirmation. UTV
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Got 3 tickets in block 531! :)
The online ticket office queue bar kept going backwards after 15-20 minutes so got through on the phone just after 9am, spoke to Mo (top bloke!) and I was sorted within a few minutes.
Blocks available: 529, 530, 531, 536, 537, 544, 545, 546 and 132
I was in block 533 for the semi and had a decent view, so not sure why 531 is £20 cheaper than 529 and 530.
Absolutely buzzing to be going to Wembley and see the Claret and Blue Army in full technicolour glory again!
Come on you Villa boys! :)
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Got as far as trying to pay three times and its kicked me out online every time.
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Got as far as trying to pay three times and its kicked me out online every time.
Me too
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Try the phone lines...I got through after hitting redial for about 5 minutes.
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Got mine at about 0850 online but had logged on about 20 mins early so I didn't have the claret bar of doom!! Upper deck 529, cat 2 tickets. Come on.....
snap, 529, think it's where I was for semi
confirmation email by 0855.
I think the ticket office have done well in communicating availability. Good luck to those trying tomorrow.
I was on multiple devices refreshing from 8.30, it was maybe 8.50 they came online. If I was stressed about tomorrow I would have one man doing this at home, one man in the queue...as early as you dare I guess, but it still seems with planning online is fast.
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Got as far as trying to pay three times and its kicked me out online every time.
Me too
Same for me - now back in the online queue
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Been trying phone and online since 8:45. Got as far as ticket selection online at one point but couldn't select paying or choosing coach..... Are they sold out at coach no 50?
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Can you all please put your phones down, I'm trying to get through ......
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Been outside the ticket office since 9pm last night. Was 10th in the que and opened just after 8am. Tickets booked in less than 5 minutes. Looked liked no spaces left in the car park by 7.30am. Time for a bloody good sleep.
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Tonight's result notwithstanding, Arsenal are going to sail into second place in the league having recently played the majestic, fluid football with which they're rightly synonymous. Given that their target each season is fourth, that's pretty good. It gives me the sense that they might just approach the final with an air of the spineless complacency with which they're also rightly synonymous.
Arsenal supporting friend to me last night: "Our problems start when we're the favourites for something"
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I would agree with that purpletrousers (but it obviously causes a bigger queue)...I actually got through quicker on the phone starting from 9am than online starting from 8:45am. Respect to those that have been stood outside VP all night but online/phone seems to be the better option if you're able to do so...I arranged to work from home this morning and appreciate its not so easy to arrange for everyone. Good luck to everyone still trying to get tickets...hopefully see you all down at Wembley celebrating! :)
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Been outside the ticket office since 9pm last night. Was 10th in the que and opened just after 8am. Tickets booked in less than 5 minutes. Looked liked no spaces left in the car park by 7.30am. Time for a bloody good sleep.
That's proper commitment...respect to you B36! Hope you have a fantastic day at Wembley! :)
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Starting to get a bit excited now. It's still a long way off, but I've even had a couple of people here recently say to me, when they've discovered I'm Villa, 'they are in the cup final, aren't they?'
Come on you Villa boys!
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Been outside the ticket office since 9pm last night. Was 10th in the que and opened just after 8am. Tickets booked in less than 5 minutes. Looked liked no spaces left in the car park by 7.30am. Time for a bloody good sleep.
Same here mate I was probably about 20th, I'm about to go for nap of the century - The ticket office opening an hour early made it all worth it ;)
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Been outside the ticket office since 9pm last night. Was 10th in the que and opened just after 8am. Tickets booked in less than 5 minutes. Looked liked no spaces left in the car park by 7.30am. Time for a bloody good sleep.
Respect is due.
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Been outside the ticket office since 9pm last night. Was 10th in the que and opened just after 8am. Tickets booked in less than 5 minutes. Looked liked no spaces left in the car park by 7.30am. Time for a bloody good sleep.
Doff's hat in respect
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No news from our leader for a couple of hours. Does anyone have eyes on Mr Woodhall ?
If he trying to flog the H&V compilation to people in the queue?
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No news from our leader for a couple of hours. Does anyone have eyes on Mr Woodhall ?
If he trying to flog the H&V compilation to people in the queue?
I bought that on Saturday. It was great to see H & V being sold on the street again.
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No news from our leader for a couple of hours. Does anyone have eyes on Mr Woodhall ?
If he trying to flog the H&V compilation to people in the queue?
I got tix for me & him online before he got to the front of the queue, so he's gone home to kip. We're in 529.
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OK just got mine - had to queue up twice online but seemed to go straight through this time when i got to check out. Took about 1.5 hours all told but i am SOOOOOOOO EXCITED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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not sure how long ago this was taken...
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The Doc
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No news from our leader for a couple of hours. Does anyone have eyes on Mr Woodhall ?
If he trying to flog the H&V compilation to people in the queue?
I got tix for me & him online before he got to the front of the queue, so he's gone home to kip. We're in 529.
Yes I saw him hobbling off with a big smile on his face. He wasn't far behind me.
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Sorted, two tickets at the front of Block 531, with sight lines to see Delph lift the cup. All thanks to my Brother, who got in the queue at 5:30 this morning... More than happy for him to remind me of that fact long into the future!
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After it crashed around 6 times while trying to pay I finally got tickets. I was that shocked/excited I have no idea where we are sitting but who cares. UTV
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Fair play and well done to u all. Been trying on phone since 8:45, as really wanted to get coach travel. Won't let me do it online. Can't believe this close to ticket opportunities but can't sort transport . Train times back to worcs or s Wales are too touch and go to commit hitting those times. Gutted
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No news from our leader for a couple of hours. Does anyone have eyes on Mr Woodhall ?
If he trying to flog the H&V compilation to people in the queue?
I got tix for me & him online before he got to the front of the queue, so he's gone home to kip. We're in 529.
Yes I saw him hobbling off with a big smile on his face. He wasn't far behind me.
There's nothing wrong - I was just after the sympathy vote.
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Fair play to all that stayed out all night. Didn't attend many games this year for a number of reasons, so wont be able to go. Probably for the best as We always lose at Wembley if I'm there.
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Is it still busy down there ? Was going to go club shop and get a final shirt if not too busy now ??
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Queue almost gone by the looks of this blog
http://www.birminghammail.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/aston-villa-fa-cup-tickets-9238250
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Sorry if it's been asked but does the semi count towards your booking history?
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Sorry if it's been asked but does the semi count towards your booking history?
Yep it counts
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Been outside the ticket office since 9pm last night. Was 10th in the que and opened just after 8am. Tickets booked in less than 5 minutes. Looked liked no spaces left in the car park by 7.30am. Time for a bloody good sleep.
Well done B36 and the rest of you who queued through the night/early hours.
Just like the old days when my cousin and I, and a few thousand others, did it for virtually any/every cup game!
Have a great day at Wembley!
UTV!
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Been outside the ticket office since 9pm last night. Was 10th in the que and opened just after 8am. Tickets booked in less than 5 minutes. Looked liked no spaces left in the car park by 7.30am. Time for a bloody good sleep.
Well done and congratulations!
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On way to villa park . Will report back later .
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Marc Albrighton in the queue!
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Marc Albrighton in the queue!
That pic of him was taken at Turf Moor.
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Fair play and well done to u all. Been trying on phone since 8:45, as really wanted to get coach travel. Won't let me do it online. Can't believe this close to ticket opportunities but can't sort transport . Train times back to worcs or s Wales are too touch and go to commit hitting those times. Gutted
Try National Express coaches
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Marc Albrighton in the queue!
That pic of him was taken at Turf Moor.
Ah, cunning tricksters!
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Been let down last minute on a reference :(, if anyone ANYONE can help me out ill happily pay for your beers all weekend! Currently looking at ridiculous £609 tickets, and then the tossers add a further £200 booking fee >:( >:(
I don't mind queuing down VP all night either!
No harm in asking ..
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Edit: Wrong thread div.
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Streesfu times - I am eligibel today but effing system tells me I am not and wont allow me to book. Been trying all morning but cant get through on the phones - engaged.
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Edit: Wrong thread div.
Is that anything like briefcase wanker?
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Arrived at TO in car was greeted by fan walking out clutching ticket and punching air in delight. Got FA cup shirt £35 less villa cash fund . Not many left
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Streesfu times - I am eligibel today but effing system tells me I am not and wont allow me to book. Been trying all morning but cant get through on the phones - engaged.
Keep trying on the phones, should quieten at end of day; otherwise emergency : email to complaints may get seen quicker:
Give them all the info they ask for as per http://www.avfc.co.uk/page/CustomerCharter
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Streesfu times - I am eligibel today but effing system tells me I am not and wont allow me to book. Been trying all morning but cant get through on the phones - engaged.
Did you get through yet?
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Been trying online and phone since 8:45. Booked via online about 2 hrs ago but wouldn't let me book coach seats. Persevered with phone and just got that sorted too !!
Dad me and daughter 3 generations going together . Block 534, coach 33
Happy days, well done to everyone queuing, persevering, and good luck to all those still to try.
Will be cheering on the lions bringing home the trophy
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Sherwood was just driving into B6 as I left
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Sherwood was just driving into B6 as I left
He doesn't need a ticket surely?
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Sherwood was just driving into B6 as I left
He doesn't need a ticket surely?
Just getting Randy's ticket as he has a poor booking history!
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Streesfu times - I am eligibel today but effing system tells me I am not and wont allow me to book. Been trying all morning but cant get through on the phones - engaged.
Did you get through yet?
No luck so have asked my sister to pop down there. She works for the NHS so if any of you need treatment today apologies for the delay.
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Streesfu times - I am eligibel today but effing system tells me I am not and wont allow me to book. Been trying all morning but cant get through on the phones - engaged.
Did you get through yet?
No luck so have asked my sister to pop down there. She works for the NHS so if any of you need treatment today apologies for the delay.
blame it on the cut backs
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The sleepless nights, worrying if me and my kids will get a ticket are over thank god.
60 hours without sleep from Sunday morning till tues night courtesy of picking my wife up from stansted at midnight Sunday no sleep into,work then a 2pm start from London to vp started queing for tickets at 4pm Monday for Tuesday me and 2 others there.
Stayed at the front all night with a group of about ten of us and nine cones.
Thought I was going to stay all day tues and tues night to get kids tickets because of mix up with Qpr game.
But God bless the lady who served me she sorted it out and got all three today I was so tired I nearly cried ( I did when know one was looking).
Promised myself the classy striped scarf in the vv for Wembley if I got the tickets and at 8-31am today I got it yeeeeeeesssssssssssssssssssss.
Stopped off at beacons field services on m40 for a maccy d and woke up 2 hours later covered in relish and lettuce
This is what f.a. Cup dreams are made of
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Block 545 upper tier exact place we sat for semi
Yeeeeeeeesssssssssssssssss
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Block 545 upper tier exact place we sat for semi
Yeeeeeeeesssssssssssssssss
Great! Good luck all those still trying 🙏
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Well done c-o-82, you deserve it.
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I'll be queuing early tomorrow although haven't got a clue how many tickets are left!
I'm desperately hunting for a spare client ref no for 7+ games for a ticket for my Son. Is there any kind hearted soul out there who can't make it to Wembley and would be prepared to pass on their client ref? Here's hoping!
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Block 545 upper tier exact place we sat for semi
Yeeeeeeeesssssssssssssssss
Same block as me! What was the view like? Looks decent on the view from your seat thing on Wembley website.
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Block 545 upper tier exact place we sat for semi
Yeeeeeeeesssssssssssssssss
Great! Good luck all those still trying 🙏
I second that emotion.
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I just checked online and there are still tickets available and it was a lot bloody easier to log on than this morning.
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Euro champ
I queued for my ticket today from 4pm yesterday spoke to a lady called Nicola who is the boss over the ticket sales and she advised us to go home because there is enough to cover today's criteria and tmws but she did say there won't be many tickets next to other on weds. If your worrying and your local get down there and queue now it will be cold but if you seen the faces on ppl coming into the car park today and seeing 5-600 in front of them.
Good luck anyway
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Cheers sillhillvilla
I think these f.a. Cup memories are just as much off the pitch as on it with the friends you make queing for tickets and the laughs you have
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Thanks class of 82
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Ticket office online is currently showing 11 blocks with tickets available including blocks 533 and 534 which must have been made available at some point late this morning or afternoon. I was in 533 for the semi final and had a good view (I'm not sure if you can get a bad view in the upper tier at Wembley tbh).
Respect again to class-of-82 and all those that queued at VP...and won! :)
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Cheers sillhillvilla
I think these f.a. Cup memories are just as much off the pitch as on it with the friends you make queing for tickets and the laughs you have
Yep I agree, it's great being a Villa fan at the moment. I hate queuing for anything and am a right miserable git when I am but the 3 and a half hours went a lot quicker chatting and laughing with the people in the queue and hearing the stories of how they got enough refs to be there. It's amazing how many people gave up season tickets after last season after having one for so long. Lambert bored the life out of so many people, think there may be a surge in ST's next season.
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The sleepless nights, worrying if me and my kids will get a ticket are over thank god.
60 hours without sleep from Sunday morning till tues night courtesy of picking my wife up from stansted at midnight Sunday no sleep into,work then a 2pm start from London to vp started queing for tickets at 4pm Monday for Tuesday me and 2 others there.
Stayed at the front all night with a group of about ten of us and nine cones.
Thought I was going to stay all day tues and tues night to get kids tickets because of mix up with Qpr game.
But God bless the lady who served me she sorted it out and got all three today I was so tired I nearly cried ( I did when know one was looking).
Promised myself the classy striped scarf in the vv for Wembley if I got the tickets and at 8-31am today I got it yeeeeeeesssssssssssssssssssss.
Stopped off at beacons field services on m40 for a maccy d and woke up 2 hours later covered in relish and lettuce
This is what f.a. Cup dreams are made of
Brilliant !!
& they reckon the f a cup has had its day !
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The view was awesome mate, even though for the semi they was the £43 tickets I thought I hope there ok and when I checked them out before the game they didn't disappoint
It's gonna be one hell of an awesome day,night
We are 1-0 up already cause you just know we are going crank up the atmosphere yet again like we did against the stripes then the Scouse the gooners just won't match us I just know it.
" villa villa villa villa"
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Cheers sillhillvilla
I think these f.a. Cup memories are just as much off the pitch as on it with the friends you make queing for tickets and the laughs you have
Yep I agree, it's great being a Villa fan at the moment. I hate queuing for anything and am a right miserable git when I am but the 3 and a half hours went a lot quicker chatting and laughing with the people in the queue and hearing the stories of how they got enough refs to be there. It's amazing how many people gave up season tickets after last season after having one for so long. Lambert bored the life out of so many people, think there may be a surge in ST's next season.
Agree. I got there at 750 to be faced with a queue if 500 or so. Bloody hell, i though. Queued for 3.5 hours and have to say it was really enjoyable due to the numerous fans I got talking to. Lots of banter and laughs and we all had many amusing excuses as to where our employers thought we were. Thanks to all for making the time go a lot quicker
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not sure how long ago this was taken...
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The Doc
About 9 i reckon. You cant see me cos Im further back at the end of the queue,
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Queue almost gone by the looks of this blog
http://www.birminghammail.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/aston-villa-fa-cup-tickets-9238250
Almost gone?
You are joking. Thats 2 hours from the back of that photo and queue was a good 200 yards longer at 8am.......with me at the back!
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Who takes their dog to queue for Final tickets ;D
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I'll be queuing early tomorrow although haven't got a clue how many tickets are left!
I'm desperately hunting for a spare client ref no for 7+ games for a ticket for my Son. Is there any kind hearted soul out there who can't make it to Wembley and would be prepared to pass on their client ref? Here's hoping!
Off to try and get some shut eye now before heading down to VP early. Have had no luck with the extra client ref no but still have everything crossed. If anyone has one please PM me and I'll pick up in the early hours! Will make a donation to H&V site if manage to get the extra ticket! Thanks everyone and good luck to all ticket hunters for tomorrow. :) :) :)
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I am splitting the difference and going for about 5am.
I can't afford to go any earlier with a full day at work to follow, and can't afford to go any later because I will end up too late for work for them to turn a blind eye.
Worse than this, it is our 'duty week' which means I have absolutely no way of knowing what time I will finish work tomorrow (on duty week 10pm to midnight finishes are really common, even with a 9am start)
On the plus side, at least I have finished early enough today to get an early night. The problem is - how am I supposed to sleep at this time with all the excitement and nerves?
If I can get these 2 tomorrow, that really is pretty much everyone we could hope to get one for sorted. I really didn't think we had any hope of getting this close to that scenario. Please please let it happen!
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Queue almost gone by the looks of this blog
http://www.birminghammail.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/aston-villa-fa-cup-tickets-9238250
Almost gone?
You are joking. Thats 2 hours from the back of that photo and queue was a good 200 yards longer at 8am.......with me at the back!
That's an odd photo. The queue went down the side of the Academy, round the side car park and back up the side of the club offices.
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This just shows what this damned Cup means to us - I have my tickets and feel almost (almost but not quite) guilty about it - for anyone who cannot get down or do it online I phoned yesterday at 9AM and it took exactly 43 minutes to get through and then 17 minutes waiting on hold - I was dying for a pee (of course) and terrified I would knock the receiver and cut myself off. When Rob answered the phone his voice was like an angel ;-)
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Are similar scenes unfurling in North London I wonder ?
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I met a Spurs fan at work today who said they are all behind the Villa! We were looking at the pictures of queues at VP and he said he thought there was an obvious winner for football - us!
(Annoyed they let TS go, and incredibly impressed with Jack G)
Same for the Baggies, West ham, Man U and Liverpool fans there, strangely enough. I must admit, I was surprised at the unanimity of support!
Clearly it's a little moment of goodwill in an otherwise cruel and unfriendly world of dodgy referees. We've all suffered.
My Gooner friends are looking nervous since they heard they were in the East end and wearing yellow.
I will be on a plane, landing in Birmingham at 2.30 pm on The Day. Argh! Hopefully the tan will be fab. May the Force be with you all. UTV, VTID, COYVB and just get that bloody Cup!
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How long have tickets been taking to arrive after ordering? Got mine online today, but need it to arrive in good time.
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How long have tickets been taking to arrive after ordering? Got mine online today, but need it to arrive in good time.
You should receive it during the week commencing 1st June no worries.
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Apologies if already answered but is the final on BT and bbc or just the former?
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Both.
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I will be on a plane, landing in Birmingham at 2.30 pm on The Day. Argh! Hopefully the tan will be fab. May the Force be with you all. UTV, VTID, COYVB and just get that bloody Cup!
Enjoy your holiday Lou and do have some sympathy for those of us who are going to turn up in the Smoke on Friday night, struggle through the the night and most of the day that follows,make our way to Wembley on Saturday and have another night celebrating the cup win with mystified tourists in Soho😅
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What's his motor?
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I will be on a plane, landing in Birmingham at 2.30 pm on The Day. Argh! Hopefully the tan will be fab. May the Force be with you all. UTV, VTID, COYVB and just get that bloody Cup!
Enjoy your holiday Lou and do have some sympathy for those of us who are going to turn up in the Smoke on Friday night, struggle through the the night and most of the day that follows,make our way to Wembley on Saturday and have another night celebrating the cup win with mystified tourists in Soho😅
hopefully I'll be back by then to celebrate with you!
See you in Soho, aftab. ;)
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The sleepless nights, worrying if me and my kids will get a ticket are over thank god.
60 hours without sleep from Sunday morning till tues night courtesy of picking my wife up from stansted at midnight Sunday no sleep into,work then a 2pm start from London to vp started queing for tickets at 4pm Monday for Tuesday me and 2 others there.
Stayed at the front all night with a group of about ten of us and nine cones.
Thought I was going to stay all day tues and tues night to get kids tickets because of mix up with Qpr game.
But God bless the lady who served me she sorted it out and got all three today I was so tired I nearly cried ( I did when know one was looking).
Promised myself the classy striped scarf in the vv for Wembley if I got the tickets and at 8-31am today I got it yeeeeeeesssssssssssssssssssss.
Stopped off at beacons field services on m40 for a maccy d and woke up 2 hours later covered in relish and lettuce
This is what f.a. Cup dreams are made of
If you were the guy right at the front then massive fair play to you, I was moderately jealous as you seemed able to sleep! I was there from about 1:30am and didn't manage to get any sleep, but did manage to get Wembley tickets around 8:22 ;)
It was my first time doing an all-nighter outside VP and I actually enjoyed it.
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Here now & I think something between 100 & 150 people in front of me.
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Here now & I think something between 100 & 150 people in front of me.
Wish you all the best; I'm sure I read somewhere they thought tickets would now last the day/criteria, but I know I'd be uber anxious in your position still.
I can't help but think as this is so much rarer for us than arsenal, the shear will of our fans, combined with if we keep players fit, our hitting remarkable form as 'underdogs', what a strong position we are in. It's our year...
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Definitely so! Sun shining at VP as it will be at the end of May!
Still hoping to get that elusive client ref no.....is there's a claret and blue God up there?
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A daft question probably - but have you booked all the games to the end of the season?
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Yeah. I'm sorted but this one's for my Son.
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I meant for him?
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No, he's no chance with his history this year due to working in London, of all places!
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Just reading some of the above about the time and effort that each person has taken to get a Final ticket are truly amazing
I think that they ought to be printed off and hung in the team changing room at Wembley and they can then be shown to the players what this Final means to us supporters (and Tim can tell them not to let us down!)
All I can say I hope that no one is dissapointed and best of luck
Lets hope that all the effort and waiting are worth it at about 7.30pm on May 30th! when Fabian lifts the cup.
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Well said Sid - TO opened 8
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Had a dream it was final day. Put the match on but felt too sick to watch so turned out off. I checked score at HT and we were 1 up. Checked at full time but there was still 20 mins added time to go. Lucky I never shit the bed. I remember watching it but I bet it didn't really resemble football. I'd take that for the final if it stays 1-0.
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My best mate just got one from the ground. By all accounts there going to go very soon. 400 ish in queue.
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After a mini panic when it turned out Mike had 2 different booking refs & didn't seem to have enough games, this went unbelievably well! We got all our tix together in the same block as Jane & I got on day one of sales! I am actually shaking! Never expected such a great result in a million years - feels so worth the effort now!
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After a mini panic when it turned out Mike had 2 different booking refs & didn't seem to have enough games, this went unbelievably well! We got all our tix together in the same block as Jane & I got on day one of sales! I am actually shaking! Never expected such a great result in a million years - feels so worth the effort now!
brilliant :) have a great day at that there Wemberleee
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The Doc
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Got mine yesterday, three and a half hours went by pretty quick, thanks to the chatting and banter in the queue...just like the old days!
Actually really enjoyed it, and topped off by being interviewed by the Birmingham Mail reporter...it's in today's Mail!
The look of joy on people's faces as they left with thier ticket invoice was a picture.
Good luck to everyone today....
If anyone has a spare client reference can I also put my hat in the ring...
Got to go on my own as my son only has four, but like so many, we only gave up our season ticket last season in protest at Lambert's uselesness.
Go get those tickets H&Vers...
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Just got a ticket. So happy! Good luck to all those queuing today and thanks also to those who have posted advice and information. I told myself if I outran the 154 bus on the morning run we would win. Cruised home with 50 yards to spare; it's our year!:)
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After a mini panic when it turned out Mike had 2 different booking refs & didn't seem to have enough games, this went unbelievably well! We got all our tix together in the same block as Jane & I got on day one of sales! I am actually shaking! Never expected such a great result in a million years - feels so worth the effort now!
Well done gal!
See you there!
Or at Southampton on Saturday?
Or at Burnley game?
UTV!
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I will be on a plane, landing in Birmingham at 2.30 pm on The Day. Argh! Hopefully the tan will be fab. May the Force be with you all. UTV, VTID, COYVB and just get that bloody Cup!
Enjoy your holiday Lou and do have some sympathy for those of us who are going to turn up in the Smoke on Friday night, struggle through the the night and most of the day that follows,make our way to Wembley on Saturday and have another night celebrating the cup win with mystified tourists in Soho😅
ha ha! I fly out from Aus on weds night. Scared about jet lag kicking in during the match!
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I will be on a plane, landing in Birmingham at 2.30 pm on The Day. Argh! Hopefully the tan will be fab. May the Force be with you all. UTV, VTID, COYVB and just get that bloody Cup!
Enjoy your holiday Lou and do have some sympathy for those of us who are going to turn up in the Smoke on Friday night, struggle through the the night and most of the day that follows,make our way to Wembley on Saturday and have another night celebrating the cup win with mystified tourists in Soho😅
ha ha! I fly out from Aus on weds night. Scared about jet lag kicking in during the match!
Would certainly have been a concern if Lambert was still here!
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How long have tickets been taking to arrive after ordering? Got mine online today, but need it to arrive in good time.
Mine finally arrived this morning. I ordered it last Tuesday. Others received theirs much quicker.
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I will be on a plane, landing in Birmingham at 2.30 pm on The Day. Argh! Hopefully the tan will be fab. May the Force be with you all. UTV, VTID, COYVB and just get that bloody Cup!
Enjoy your holiday Lou and do have some sympathy for those of us who are going to turn up in the Smoke on Friday night, struggle through the the night and most of the day that follows,make our way to Wembley on Saturday and have another night celebrating the cup win with mystified tourists in Soho😅
ha ha! I fly out from Aus on weds night. Scared about jet lag kicking in during the match!
Room for one in your luggage?
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Ticket purchased - having two client references was causing me a nightmare, particularly as not all the games i've purchased a ticket for were showing on the reference I could see online!!
But ticket office were first class. I'm going!! Whoop Whoop!!
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When I left Villa Park at8.45, the queue was not that long. I can also now see that it is pretty easy to get through online, with a few blocks available, even in the lower tier ( which must be frustrating for those who qualified in previous days & were told bottom tier was 'sold out' - they really had no choice but to go ahead and get top tier tickets as there was
I am still glad I went in person, and early, because I like to be as sure as I can be, and I couldn't have done it online due to the problem with Mr Amf having his 7 games across 2 different booking histories.
However - from accounts of yesterday, I would say it is far less busy today. I am now thinking there is a chance of some further criteria being announced later. Of course, the club may know exactly how many they were expecting today and already have predicted correctly, but I think there just may be some hope for those still hoping!
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I will be on a plane, landing in Birmingham at 2.30 pm on The Day. Argh! Hopefully the tan will be fab. May the Force be with you all. UTV, VTID, COYVB and just get that bloody Cup!
Enjoy your holiday Lou and do have some sympathy for those of us who are going to turn up in the Smoke on Friday night, struggle through the the night and most of the day that follows,make our way to Wembley on Saturday and have another night celebrating the cup win with mystified tourists in Soho😅
ha ha! I fly out from Aus on weds night. Scared about jet lag kicking in during the match!
All Queensland Lions are depending on you now to shout yourself horse for the lads. I'll be pulling an all-nighter with a bottle of Tanquary.
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When I left Villa Park at8.45, the queue was not that long. I can also now see that it is pretty easy to get through online, with a few blocks available, even in the lower tier ( which must be frustrating for those who qualified in previous days & were told bottom tier was 'sold out' - they really had no choice but to go ahead and get top tier tickets as there was
I am still glad I went in person, and early, because I like to be as sure as I can be, and I couldn't have done it online due to the problem with Mr Amf having his 7 games across 2 different booking histories.
However - from accounts of yesterday, I would say it is far less busy today. I am now thinking there is a chance of some further criteria being announced later. Of course, the club may know exactly how many they were expecting today and already have predicted correctly, but I think there just may be some hope for those still hoping!
I too had challenges with duplicate booking ref numbers, but Daniel Walker at the Club sorted it just in time for me.
Tickets have been acquired, accommodation has been booked at a mate's gaff in Bethnal Green and I now need to work out where to meet with the Villa faithful on the day itself!
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I hope the club will be treating the three remaining players from the 1957 final well. That is Nigel Sims,Jackie Sewell and the legendary Peter McParland. I would expect they and their families would be honoured guests of the club at Wembley.
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I can also now see that it is pretty easy to get through online, with a few blocks available, even in the lower tier ( which must be frustrating for those who qualified in previous days & were told bottom tier was 'sold out' - they really had no choice but to go ahead and get top tier tickets as there was
I am still glad I went in person, and early, because I like to be as sure as I can be.
That is a little frustrating but I'm with you.
Just got back from a 16 hour round trip from Cambridge to the ticket office. Was second in the queue when I arrived at 9pm. Kudos to Glenn who'd been there queueing on his own for two and half hours by then.
It was bloody cold last night and a sleeping bag on concrete is deeply uncomfortable but I've waited 47 years so far to see Villa win the cup. One rough night is a small price to pay for the chance to be there if we win it again.
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I can also now see that it is pretty easy to get through online, with a few blocks available, even in the lower tier ( which must be frustrating for those who qualified in previous days & were told bottom tier was 'sold out' - they really had no choice but to go ahead and get top tier tickets as there was
I am still glad I went in person, and early, because I like to be as sure as I can be.
That is a little frustrating but I'm with you.
Just got back from a 16 hour round trip from Cambridge to the ticket office. Was second in the queue when I arrived at 9pm. Kudos to Glenn who'd been there queueing on his own for two and half hours by then.
It was bloody cold last night and a sleeping bag on concrete is deeply uncomfortable but I've waited 47 years so far to see Villa win the cup. One rough night is a small price to pay for the chance to be there if we win it again.
Wow - it is incredible after all that to think you can probably log in now and get one! .....and i know you still won't regret it because you know you made sure, and you have what you needed!
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Yes we were there from 6 on Monday evening my girlfriend then my dad arrived bout 9:40 then myself at 10:30 long night but all worth it
Ticket office very good deserve slot of credit (changed 2 junior references off my reference) so the little 1 could get a ticket
Still looking for 1 for girlfriend as she que all night and now not able to get a ticket
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I tried online yesterday to get a tkt on one of the lower blocks for £110 or £90 but none were available so purchased a £50 ticket in the upper tier as I thought that's all was left. Turns out today there are lower tier tickets available. Not complaining as I'm made up I've got my hands on one but it's a strange way of selling the tickets.
Does anyone have any idea if it will go past today? I have a mate who lives in London and has only been able to get to around 5 games. Do you think he'll have a hope of a tkt?
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Streesfu times - I am eligibel today but effing system tells me I am not and wont allow me to book. Been trying all morning but cant get through on the phones - engaged.
Keep trying on the phones, should quieten at end of day; otherwise emergency : email to complaints may get seen quicker:
Give them all the info they ask for as per http://www.avfc.co.uk/page/CustomerCharter
Cheers purpletrousers, I never knew about that.
In the end my sister bailed out of work and went down for me. Surprisingly she said the woman who dealt with her was "snotty" but after much persistence and proof of my booking history she was able to grab me a ticket. Still no idea why the system was registering me as insufficient booking history but that is for another day.
Many thanks to murfee who offered to enquire on my behalf at the ticket office yesterday afternoon. Much appreciated sir.
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Still no idea why the system was registering me as insufficient booking history but that is for another day.
because it's shit.
it's the same with away game bookings throughout the season.
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Still no idea why the system was registering me as insufficient booking history but that is for another day.
because it's shit.
it's the same with away game bookings throughout the season.
sorry to hear this as I have had no problems with the online system with any of my FA Cup/away tickets on line....
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The Doc
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I've got 2 client reference numbers no idea I had one of them.
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Rant start.
So, finally, at this stage, Block 125 goes on sale!
I know people have different opinions about what the best blocks are, but this is a category 1 block and the closest to the halfway line that's been on sale since they started selling them, so to me, it's the best block yet.
Also, looking at the great selection of blocks that are on sale today, they should have reversed the order and put 10 year season ticket holders last.
Why do they release the blocks in this crazy order?
If I'd have known, I'd just have waited until the last day.
In the 90s, you could ring up, ask for the best tickets and get middle tier near the halfway line.
Now with f****** club Wembley and this insane block release order, they really do take the p****.
Rant finish.
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I really wanted to be in block 125 , they are awesome seats there. Oh well, some lucky people who have probably queued over night and been fretting over getting a seat and will end up with great ones and I for one say fair play to them.
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Thanks to Amfy I have a ticket in block 137!
Cheers, Amf!
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Still no idea why the system was registering me as insufficient booking history but that is for another day.
because it's shit.
it's the same with away game bookings throughout the season.
sorry to hear this as I have had no problems with the online system with any of my FA Cup/away tickets on line....
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The Doc
No problems here either except for booking semi-final tickets when I had to account for mate's disabled daughter.
Only missed 3 away games over last 2 seasons and not had a problem.
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I really wanted to be in block 125 , they are awesome seats there. Oh well, some lucky people who have probably queued over night and been fretting over getting a seat and will end up with great ones and I for one say fair play to them.
Nah. If you queued overnight and were second in the ticket office this morning you were told there was nothing left except top tier. 533 for me.
I think you needed to be one of those committed people who phoned up at ten to three to get the good seats.
Bloody stupid system.
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I've just had a look and there's still tkts available online for blocks 125, 126 on the lower tier and lots of the upper tier blocks showing availability. Fingers crossed for all those with 6 refs (if that's how they go next) who thought they wouldn't get the chance of a ticket.
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Personally, hoping it comes down even further, since I have six and the other half has five. But she's wished me all the best for Wembley.
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By the time they get down to my booking history (5) I should be in the Royal Box!!
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If it does go down to 5 or 6, is anyone willing to be a god send and help me out with a reference ?
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Me and my one son have got tickets, but the other lads still searching. If anyone with six refs can't make it tomorrow, I too would be grateful for the use of the ref,
Thanks.
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I'm looking for just the one reference for myself if anyone can help out. Also, for others without tickets there is a competition on the National Express facebook page to win 2 tickets in the club Wembley bit. You've got until midnight to enter. Of course sharing that doesn't help my chances of winning but i'd rather villa fans won them than Arsenal. Good luck.
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I've only gone and landed myself a ticket today thanks to a friend who works at the club but will be on his honeymoon on the 30th - so I'm having his ticket. Still need one reference in the vain hope there are any spare so I can bring my gf with me. The semi final was her first game so she must be a lucky charm!
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From AVFC.co.uk
There are a limited number of FA Cup final tickets remaining for our meeting with Arsenal.
They will go on sale from 9am tomorrow morning (Wednesday May 14) to supporters who have attended six or more home or away games [in the Barclays Premier League and/or FA Cup] throughout the 14-15 season.
Tickets will be sold on a first come first served basis and will be available in person from the Villa Village Ticket Office or by calling the Consumer Sales Department on 0800 612 0970.
Please note queuing for tickets at Villa Park does not necessarily guarantee a ticket.
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Can you imagine if we had to do this malarkey most years if we had a successful team.Spent a lot of money at the semi , will spend even more for the final, got down Villa Park at 3.45am Tuesday morning to get my daughter a ticket.
Bring it on Tim and the boys !!!
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Frank, it's the price of success.
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The Mail are reporting there are thought to be no more than 1000 tickets left. Good luck if you are waiting overnight.
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The guy aSleep all night right out side the door was a guy called john he was the guy who was there with me from 4pmMonday how he slept was beyond me.
When that door opened it was the best feeling ever and even better when the lady sorted out mix up with my kids ref.
How proud was I when I let em know we got all three and we are sat together cause like I said before I'm gonna be a blubbering mass when we win.
Hilton hotel 3rd floor bar see you all there I will be the guy with the t short saying la Banda on it
Come on villa
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Also totally agree with whoever posted on here that the club should print off and show the players the stories of whT we have all been through to get our tickets.
If that don't fire them up nothing will
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Also totally agree with whoever posted on here that the club should print off and show the players the stories of whT we have all been through to get our tickets.
If that don't fire them up nothing will
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Some great posts by you these last few days. You deserve your tickets. Got mine yesterday. See you at Wembley
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Streesfu times - I am eligibel today but effing system tells me I am not and wont allow me to book. Been trying all morning but cant get through on the phones - engaged.
Keep trying on the phones, should quieten at end of day; otherwise emergency : email to complaints may get seen quicker:
Give them all the info they ask for as per http://www.avfc.co.uk/page/CustomerCharter
Cheers purpletrousers, I never knew about that.
In the end my sister bailed out of work and went down for me. Surprisingly she said the woman who dealt with her was "snotty" but after much persistence and proof of my booking history she was able to grab me a ticket. Still no idea why the system was registering me as insufficient booking history but that is for another day.
Many thanks to murfee who offered to enquire on my behalf at the ticket office yesterday afternoon. Much appreciated sir.
You are welcome. Glad it all worked out well
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From AVFC.co.uk
There are a limited number of FA Cup final tickets remaining for our meeting with Arsenal.
They will go on sale from 9am tomorrow morning (Wednesday May 14) to supporters who have attended six or more home or away games [in the Barclays Premier League and/or FA Cup] throughout the 14-15 season.
Tickets will be sold on a first come first served basis and will be available in person from the Villa Village Ticket Office or by calling the Consumer Sales Department on 0800 612 0970.
Please note queuing for tickets at Villa Park does not necessarily guarantee a ticket.
Got a mate who qualifies for this (london based). Can I go and get one with his reference (i've already got mine bought online previously).
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From AVFC.co.uk
There are a limited number of FA Cup final tickets remaining for our meeting with Arsenal.
They will go on sale from 9am tomorrow morning (Wednesday May 14) to supporters who have attended six or more home or away games [in the Barclays Premier League and/or FA Cup] throughout the 14-15 season.
Tickets will be sold on a first come first served basis and will be available in person from the Villa Village Ticket Office or by calling the Consumer Sales Department on 0800 612 0970.
Please note queuing for tickets at Villa Park does not necessarily guarantee a ticket.
Got a mate who qualifies for this (london based). Can I go and get one with his reference (i've already got mine bought online previously).
I haven't done that personally so I cant help with that but if you do that get there early to make sure you get one as rumours of only a 1000 left
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From AVFC.co.uk
There are a limited number of FA Cup final tickets remaining for our meeting with Arsenal.
They will go on sale from 9am tomorrow morning (Wednesday May 14) to supporters who have attended six or more home or away games [in the Barclays Premier League and/or FA Cup] throughout the 14-15 season.
Tickets will be sold on a first come first served basis and will be available in person from the Villa Village Ticket Office or by calling the Consumer Sales Department on 0800 612 0970.
Please note queuing for tickets at Villa Park does not necessarily guarantee a ticket.
Got a mate who qualifies for this (london based). Can I go and get one with his reference (i've already got mine bought online previously).
I believe you can. My sister bought mine using my reference and Kingthing on here bought 6 tickets for members of the Kingston Lions using their references over the phone. Good luck.
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It's not mentioning online sales, so maybe 6+ won't happen online? no obvious reason why they should not allow though, apart from giving first choice to those prepared to turn up and queue?
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It's not mentioning online sales, so maybe 6+ won't happen online? no obvious reason why they should not allow though, apart from giving first choice to those prepared to turn up and queue?
From AVFC.co.uk
There are a limited number of FA Cup final tickets remaining for our meeting with Arsenal.
They will go on sale from 9am tomorrow morning (Wednesday May 14) to supporters who have attended six or more home or away games [in the Barclays Premier League and/or FA Cup] throughout the 14-15 season.
Tickets will be sold on a first come first served basis and will be available in person from the Villa Village Ticket Office or by calling the Consumer Sales Department on 0800 612 0970.
Please note queuing for tickets at Villa Park does not necessarily guarantee a ticket.
Got a mate who qualifies for this (london based). Can I go and get one with his reference (i've already got mine bought online previously).
im going down there shortly for a mate who is on holiday. I presume it will be sent to his address
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About 30 people here and it's feckin freezing
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You still moving about or frozen stiff?
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Still mmmm oving
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Good fella nearly there now good luck.
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I will be on a plane, landing in Birmingham at 2.30 pm on The Day. Argh! Hopefully the tan will be fab. May the Force be with you all. UTV, VTID, COYVB and just get that bloody Cup!
Enjoy your holiday Lou and do have some sympathy for those of us who are going to turn up in the Smoke on Friday night, struggle through the the night and most of the day that follows,make our way to Wembley on Saturday and have another night celebrating the cup win with mystified tourists in Soho😅
ha ha! I fly out from Aus on weds night. Scared about jet lag kicking in during the match!
All Queensland Lions are depending on you now to shout yourself horse for the lads. I'll be pulling an all-nighter with a bottle of Tanquary.
no worries on that score ozvilla, I'll be getting behind them big time. Not sure about your choice of beverage though mate- thinks there's a high chance of missing the game if you're planning to fire into a bottle of Gin! Good luck with it though.
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I'm block 133, Row 33. Was anyone there for The Semi Final with any pictures to share? I was block125 and yes they where fantastic seats.
Looking forward to being behind the goal this time though.
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I'm block 133, Row 33. Was anyone there for The Semi Final with any pictures to share? I was block125 and yes they where fantastic seats.
Looking forward to being behind the goal this time though.
We were in Block 134 , row 30 for the semi . Can honestly say they were the best seats I have ever had at wembley (old or new stadium).
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I found this video when checking for my seat. We are 135, row 14. This video is 135, row 18 so gives you an idea
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tickets have come, block 128 row 43, anyone any experience from that block?
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Been on the phone for 30 mins on a queue but have finally secured a ticket for my mate who had 6 refs. Guy on the phone really helpful, can't thank him enough. He asked me if there was anything else he could help me with so I've asked him for a win on the 30th!
Many thanks to Amfy for the help yesterday. Much appreciated.
UTV Villabear!
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Been on the phone for 30 mins on a queue but have finally secured a ticket for my mate who had 6 refs. Guy on the phone really helpful, can't thank him enough. He asked me if there was anything else he could help me with so I've asked him for a win on the 30th!
Many thanks to Amfy for the help yesterday. Much appreciated.
UTV Villabear!
You mean you just picked up the phone while poor murfee is standing there with hypothermia, unable to move? Shame on you.
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Ours came yesterday. Block 127, row 43. Which means absolutely nothing to me. I can't even remember how the girl on the phone described the seats. I'm just glad to be going. The postie was impressed when I told him what I was signing for. No details included about the coach tickets we booked though.
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Been on the phone for 30 mins on a queue but have finally secured a ticket for my mate who had 6 refs. Guy on the phone really helpful, can't thank him enough. He asked me if there was anything else he could help me with so I've asked him for a win on the 30th!
Many thanks to Amfy for the help yesterday. Much appreciated.
UTV Villabear!
You mean you just picked up the phone while poor murfee is standing there with hypothermia, unable to move? Shame on you.
If it's any concolation my ear was quite warm when I'd finished the call.
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Last night my brother got me a ticket from his mate and I was in heaven and today I might not have it, the devil vomits into my kettle once again
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Looks like they're now sold out as you can't buy online anymore - hope everyone who queued up today got one.
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Looks like they're now sold out as you can't buy online anymore - hope everyone who queued up today got one.
And if they didn't, villabear has an attack of conscience and donates his.
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Looks like they're now sold out as you can't buy online anymore - hope everyone who queued up today got one.
I assumed that was because they switched off on-line orders as soon as they opened for business today. I have been logging on on-line regularly in the hope I could catch out the system during any criteria change glitch. Unfortunately didn't happen.
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From AVFC.co.uk
There are a limited number of FA Cup final tickets remaining for our meeting with Arsenal.
They will go on sale from 9am tomorrow morning (Wednesday May 14) to supporters who have attended six or more home or away games [in the Barclays Premier League and/or FA Cup] throughout the 14-15 season.
Tickets will be sold on a first come first served basis and will be available in person from the Villa Village Ticket Office or by calling the Consumer Sales Department on 0800 612 0970.
Please note queuing for tickets at Villa Park does not necessarily guarantee a ticket.
Got a mate who qualifies for this (london based). Can I go and get one with his reference (i've already got mine bought online previously).
I believe you can. My sister bought mine using my reference and Kingthing on here bought 6 tickets for members of the Kingston Lions using their references over the phone. Good luck.
Cheers - got one!! Got to VP just before 9 and got one about an hour later - my almost 4 year old was also interviewed for radio WM!
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Looks like they're now sold out as you can't buy online anymore - hope everyone who queued up today got one.
And if they didn't, villabear has an attack of conscience and donates his.
Errrrrrr, sorry Dave it's a no from me.
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Looks like they're now sold out as you can't buy online anymore - hope everyone who queued up today got one.
And if they didn't, villabear has an attack of conscience and donates his.
Errrrrrr, sorry Dave it's a no from me.
Same on you. Shame. There's even poor infant children shivering and you have the audacity to complain about a warm ear. Shame on you.
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From AVFC.co.uk
There are a limited number of FA Cup final tickets remaining for our meeting with Arsenal.
They will go on sale from 9am tomorrow morning (Wednesday May 14) to supporters who have attended six or more home or away games [in the Barclays Premier League and/or FA Cup] throughout the 14-15 season.
Tickets will be sold on a first come first served basis and will be available in person from the Villa Village Ticket Office or by calling the Consumer Sales Department on 0800 612 0970.
Please note queuing for tickets at Villa Park does not necessarily guarantee a ticket.
Got a mate who qualifies for this (london based). Can I go and get one with his reference (i've already got mine bought online previously).
I believe you can. My sister bought mine using my reference and Kingthing on here bought 6 tickets for members of the Kingston Lions using their references over the phone. Good luck.
Cheers - got one!! Got to VP just before 9 and got one about an hour later - my almost 4 year old was also interviewed for radio WM!
Did they ask him if he'd swap his ticket for Arsenal v Albion next week?
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From AVFC.co.uk
There are a limited number of FA Cup final tickets remaining for our meeting with Arsenal.
They will go on sale from 9am tomorrow morning (Wednesday May 14) to supporters who have attended six or more home or away games [in the Barclays Premier League and/or FA Cup] throughout the 14-15 season.
Tickets will be sold on a first come first served basis and will be available in person from the Villa Village Ticket Office or by calling the Consumer Sales Department on 0800 612 0970.
Please note queuing for tickets at Villa Park does not necessarily guarantee a ticket.
Got a mate who qualifies for this (london based). Can I go and get one with his reference (i've already got mine bought online previously).
I believe you can. My sister bought mine using my reference and Kingthing on here bought 6 tickets for members of the Kingston Lions using their references over the phone. Good luck.
Cheers - got one!! Got to VP just before 9 and got one about an hour later - my almost 4 year old was also interviewed for radio WM!
Did they ask him if he'd swap his ticket for Arsenal v Albion next week?
Brilliant, or which of the Olbyon midfielders he'd rather have lining up to out-football Cazorla and co.?
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Looks like they're now sold out as you can't buy online anymore - hope everyone who queued up today got one.
And if they didn't, villabear has an attack of conscience and donates his.
Errrrrrr, sorry Dave it's a no from me.
Same on you. Shame. There's even poor infant children shivering and you have the audacity to complain about a warm ear. Shame on you.
I think I would have pushed a small child out the way to get one!
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And, no doubt, several disabled orphans, not even allowing them to dry their tears on your confirmation e mail.
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And, no doubt, several disabled orphans, not even allowing them to dry their tears on your confirmation e mail.
Bang to rights guv
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If somebody has a spare game they don't mind assigning to me, i'd be forever grateful. Spent all morning on the phone only to be told one of my games doesn't count. At the moment my girlfriend is going on her own.
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Got one, my pal had a 5 match booking history but I had booked his Leicester ticket on my reference and not allocated it to his reference, I was sweating a bit that they might not allow it, but she saw all the other games on his reference were sat next to me, so thank you nice lady. Quick service too, I was out of the door within 10 minutes of it opening.
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If somebody has a spare game they don't mind assigning to me, i'd be forever grateful. Spent all morning on the phone only to be told one of my games doesn't count. At the moment my girlfriend is going on her own.
see your messages
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Can I just say that the community spirit engendered on here after we reached the final and the efforts made by various members to help others out has been lovely to see. As a far wiser man than me once said on a similar matter "It generates a warmth around the ground that augurs well for mankind, and that's what life's about."
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Can't even get through on the phone. Got 4 people trying at work and it's constantly engaged.
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Got one, my pal had a 5 match booking history but I had booked his Leicester ticket on my reference and not allocated it to his reference, I was sweating a bit that they might not allow it, but she saw all the other games on his reference were sat next to me, so thank you nice lady. Quick service too, I was out of the door within 10 minutes of it opening.
Well done Mr Murfee. I am pleased for you after your efforts. Do you have a spare or two.
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And, no doubt, several disabled orphans, not even allowing them to dry their tears on your confirmation e mail.
Bang to rights guv
Shame on you.*
* Which has stretched an already-thin joke to the point of invisibility so I'll leave it there.
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Can I just say that the community spirit engendered on here after we reached the final and the efforts made by various members to help others out has been lovely to see. As a far wiser man than me once said on a similar matter "It generates a warmth around the ground that augurs well for mankind, and that's what life's about."
"All the Villa, stick together" Old school :)
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Unfortunately, I don’t even have the comfort of my own home or local pub to watch the final, because post-game I have to see a mate’s record launch gig.
So I’m looking for “proper” pubs in the Shoreditch area. Not a chance.
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I'm block 133, Row 33. Was anyone there for The Semi Final with any pictures to share? I was block125 and yes they where fantastic seats.
Looking forward to being behind the goal this time though.
We were in Block 134 , row 30 for the semi . Can honestly say they were the best seats I have ever had at wembley (old or new stadium).
Superb. Can't wait now.
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The chap I spoke to just told me that reassigning old games is not something they do. Unless someone has a Southampton reference they could assign me, i'm not going. They'll also sell out today, he says.
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curious
I have a ticket for Southampton away and already have my FA Cup Final ticket......do you need my client ref ?
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The Doc
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That would be brilliant Doc, but isn't it already assigned to you?
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That would be brilliant Doc, but isn't it already assigned to you?
oh I see... yes it would be, the ticket is on mine but it did not count to my FA Cup Final ticket....
so sorry for the mix up, hope you get sorted...
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The Doc
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Not to worry. One thing this has taught me is that there are some superb people in the world who do some truly selfless things. I hope we get the win a bunch of fans like ours deserves.
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too true.....a truly tremendous set of fans out there....
Good Luck in your quest
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The Doc
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ROW 43 - 2nd from back row of lower tier, just under the roof - view of pitch brilliant, view of Holte Enders in the Sky poor.
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At the semi final we had some great people sat (stood) in our area, my son had two well refreshed blokes next to him and I asked if he wanted to swap seats but he said he was fine. They were great with him, hugging him and high fiving him when the goals went in and at the final whistle, he loved it. As we all left everybody was shaking hands and hugging, they were a fine set of people, made me even prouder to be a Villa supporter.
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That would be brilliant Doc, but isn't it already assigned to you?
oh I see... yes it would be, the ticket is on mine but it did not count to my FA Cup Final ticket....
so sorry for the mix up, hope you get sorted...
UTV
The Doc
yes but because it hasn't been played you should still be able to transfer it
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That would be brilliant Doc, but isn't it already assigned to you?
oh I see... yes it would be, the ticket is on mine but it did not count to my FA Cup Final ticket....
so sorry for the mix up, hope you get sorted...
UTV
The Doc
yes but because it hasn't been played you should still be able to transfer it
go for it curious I'll PM my client ref to you....nothing to lose...
I am in a meeting for about an hour or so so I will check on your progress then :)
UTV
The Doc
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That would be brilliant Doc, but isn't it already assigned to you?
oh I see... yes it would be, the ticket is on mine but it did not count to my FA Cup Final ticket....
so sorry for the mix up, hope you get sorted...
UTV
The Doc
yes but because it hasn't been played you should still be able to transfer it
go for it curious I'll PM my client ref to you....nothing to lose...
I am in a meeting for about an hour or so so I will check on your progress then :)
UTV
The Doc
Lovin it... come on!!
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Not to worry. One thing this has taught me is that there are some superb people in the world who do some truly selfless things. I hope we get the win a bunch of fans like ours deserves.
I have a Southampton ticket sat on my client ref that hasn't been assigned to anyone if that helps. My client ref has been used to buy tickets for the Final but I bought 2 tickets for Southampton and not assigned the second to anyone.
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KRS, could you PM me?
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Just sent you a PM.
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Any idea what time the ticket office closes and how many tickets are left? I'm at work and have little time on my hands. Considering getting away early and heading the ticket office if I have a chance. Thanks.
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Any idea what time the ticket office closes and how many tickets are left? I'm at work and have little time on my hands. Considering getting away early and heading the ticket office if I have a chance. Thanks.
According to the Mail 30 minutes ago there were 100 restricted view tickets remaining.
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Assign it to him! Get him to pm his details to you!
Come on! There's not much time but we can do this!
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Got through at 2.30 after trying since 9. There were only 3 normal seats left along with a few restricted view. Absolutely buzzing!
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Any idea what time the ticket office closes and how many tickets are left? I'm at work and have little time on my hands. Considering getting away early and heading the ticket office if I have a chance. Thanks.
According to the Mail 30 minutes ago there were 100 restricted view tickets remaining.
Do we know what they mean by restricted view ?
The view might be restricted when seated but given that most people will be (wrongly in my mind) standing, the view might not be obstructed.
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How is it that in a modern, purpose built stadium there are still views which are restricted? Unless it's behind some twat with a jester's hat on of course.
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How do you assign games to other people? Can't see an option for it on my account.
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There is no option. you have to phone the Ticket office.
that's what I did this morning for someone.
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How is it that in a modern, purpose built stadium there are still views which are restricted? Unless it's behind some twat with a jester's hat on of course.
A total guess, but maybe front row seats behind where they know cameras or something like that are.
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Any idea what time the ticket office closes and how many tickets are left? I'm at work and have little time on my hands. Considering getting away early and heading the ticket office if I have a chance. Thanks.
According to the Mail 30 minutes ago there were 100 restricted view tickets remaining.
Do we know what they mean by restricted view ?
The view might be restricted when seated but given that most people will be (wrongly in my mind) standing, the view might not be obstructed.
Sitting on the arch?
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You need to put the person in your network - it is in the list on the bottom left in your account - then you can assign tickets to them.
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Sorry - bottom right
Go to your account then on bottom right hand side is your network - put the person in there, then you can assign them a ticket.
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Where you get barriers at the bottom of flights of stairs that might partially block the view, these are often restricted view. I had one such seat in the upper Witton Lane but the restriction is barely noticeable and saved about a quid a game. I assume they are a H&S requirement. The handful of seats at Symphony Hall that are like this are £30 cheaper than the unrestricted ones in the same area.
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nice one amfy :)
UTV
the Doc
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Unfortunately, I don’t even have the comfort of my own home or local pub to watch the final, because post-game I have to see a mate’s record launch gig.
So I’m looking for “proper” pubs in the Shoreditch area. Not a chance.
Random interjection, but the Baring pub is a ten minute bus from Shoreditch (or twenty minute walk). Landlord is Villa and shows all the football, generally a great little pub. Watched the semi-final in there and the place went mental when Delph scored.
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Did we get curious orange in before the window shut?
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Did we get curious orange in before the window shut?
just messaged me to say.........HE'S GOT ONE !!
UTV
The Doc
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Any idea what time the ticket office closes and how many tickets are left? I'm at work and have little time on my hands. Considering getting away early and heading the ticket office if I have a chance. Thanks.
According to the Mail 30 minutes ago there were 100 restricted view tickets remaining.
Do we know what they mean by restricted view ?
The view might be restricted when seated but given that most people will be (wrongly in my mind) standing, the view might not be obstructed.
At Villa Park, they tend to be seats behind the railings at the top of stairs from concourse. Not really comparable to Everton or Liverpool restricted views in anyway. I used to get those seats as they were £10 cheaper sometimes. Barely noticeable.
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I luv it when a plan comes together.
well done curious orange. Glad I could help with your girlfriends ticket.
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Did we get curious orange in before the window shut?
just messaged me to say.........HE'S GOT ONE !!
UTV
The Doc
Brilliant.......not a bad days work there folks 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8)
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If anybody needs transport I have room on the mini bus of luuurve, see my post in tickets and travel section. Thank you
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Well done to each and everyone of you. The cameraderie here has been absolutely brilliant and i am very proud to say i share the same claret and blue blood as all of you.UTV
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Did we get curious orange in before the window shut?
just messaged me to say.........HE'S GOT ONE !!
UTV
The Doc
Yay! I love it when a plan comes together! That's teamwork!
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I'm still gobsmacked. I'm not even joking. How the hell did I pull that off? Twice? Mine is a Cat 4 with a restricted view, which is something to do with a guardrail from what I can glean. But at 4pm I was going to be sat at home, so there's no way I'm complaining!
Before this goes all Nicholas Sparks, please let me publicly thank KRS, philp52, the Doc, Jim Bradley (who has very cruelly missed out by one ticket, so please, if you hear of a spare, give him a heads up, which is the least his generosity deserves), murfee, amfy and Mr Woodhall. But really, it's a thanks to all of you for your good wishes. Two people are going to see Villa in an FA Cup Final, and it's members of this forum that got them there. Whatever the result, whatever we've got to moan about, H&V has accomplished what I consider to be a miracle.
Now, let's win ourselves an FA Cup.
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'Something in my eye'
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I'm still gobsmacked. I'm not even joking. How the hell did I pull that off? Twice? Mine is a Cat 4 with a restricted view, which is something to do with a guardrail from what I can glean. But at 4pm I was going to be sat at home, so there's no way I'm complaining!
Before this goes all Nicholas Sparks, please let me publicly thank KRS, philp52, the Doc, Jim Bradley (who has very cruelly missed out by one ticket, so please, if you hear of a spare, give him a heads up, which is the least his generosity deserves), murfee, amfy and Mr Woodhall. But really, it's a thanks to all of you for your good wishes. Two people are going to see Villa in an FA Cup Final, and it's members of this forum that got them there. Whatever the result, whatever we've got to moan about, H&V has accomplished what I consider to be a miracle.
Now, let's win ourselves an FA Cup.
Applauds.....
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Glad to be of service...hope mr and mrs curiousorange have a great day at Wembley together! :)
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How is it that in a modern, purpose built stadium there are still views which are restricted? Unless it's behind some twat with a jester's hat on of course.
After i got the ticket this morning I had a mooch in the shop and witnessed some jester hat transactions taking place. I also picked up a shirt for a tenner under the current offer for a mate who lost his when moving house - great offer if you got one of the last 5 home games (cashier didn't check tho).
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no worries Mr and Mrs Curious...
UTV
The Doc
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The 1 1/2 hours on redial on the phone
was worth it in the end. Enjoy the day with a villa win.
UTV
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Near the start of the thread i had lots of info and advice in how to secure mine, and what we have witnessed in the H&V miracle thread here today makes me so proud....
Dear H&V we have won the pre cup kick about
Now lets bring home the real thing...
Coach tickets arrived today 48 hrs after booking. How long does it take for Wembley tickets to arrive, still a little nervous that the 3 of us may not be sat together, can't wait to see seat numbers !?
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I've so enjoyed reading this and I'm so envious!
I'l be thinking of you all on my plane.
(Not actually mine, you understand)
Look out for news stories about a happy passenger singing, 'Ooooh, Christian Benteke' somewhere above Palma...
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Is it sold out now then ?
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Great work team!!!! So happy to read, yep it's be great to help each other. Over to them on the pitch. It's our year.
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I'm still gobsmacked. I'm not even joking. How the hell did I pull that off? Twice? Mine is a Cat 4 with a restricted view, which is something to do with a guardrail from what I can glean. But at 4pm I was going to be sat at home, so there's no way I'm complaining!
Before this goes all Nicholas Sparks, please let me publicly thank KRS, philp52, the Doc, Jim Bradley (who has very cruelly missed out by one ticket, so please, if you hear of a spare, give him a heads up, which is the least his generosity deserves), murfee, amfy and Mr Woodhall. But really, it's a thanks to all of you for your good wishes. Two people are going to see Villa in an FA Cup Final, and it's members of this forum that got them there. Whatever the result, whatever we've got to moan about, H&V has accomplished what I consider to be a miracle.
Now, let's win ourselves an FA Cup.
Its what us Villa fans do....
UTV
The Doc
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"I'm still gobsmacked. I'm not even joking. How the hell did I pull that off? Twice? Mine is a Cat 4 with a restricted view, which is something to do with a guardrail from what I can glean. But at 4pm I was going to be sat at home, so there's no way I'm complaining!
Before this goes all Nicholas Sparks, please let me publicly thank KRS, philp52, the Doc, Jim Bradley (who has very cruelly missed out by one ticket, so please, if you hear of a spare, give him a heads up, which is the least his generosity deserves), murfee, amfy and Mr Woodhall. But really, it's a thanks to all of you for your good wishes. Two people are going to see Villa in an FA Cup Final, and it's members of this forum that got them there. Whatever the result, whatever we've got to moan about, H&V has accomplished what I consider to be a miracle.
Now, let's win ourselves an FA Cup."
#FinalWord
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I'm still gobsmacked. I'm not even joking. How the hell did I pull that off? Twice? Mine is a Cat 4 with a restricted view, which is something to do with a guardrail from what I can glean. But at 4pm I was going to be sat at home, so there's no way I'm complaining!
Before this goes all Nicholas Sparks, please let me publicly thank KRS, philp52, the Doc, Jim Bradley (who has very cruelly missed out by one ticket, so please, if you hear of a spare, give him a heads up, which is the least his generosity deserves), murfee, amfy and Mr Woodhall. But really, it's a thanks to all of you for your good wishes. Two people are going to see Villa in an FA Cup Final, and it's members of this forum that got them there. Whatever the result, whatever we've got to moan about, H&V has accomplished what I consider to be a miracle.
Now, let's win ourselves an FA Cup.
A great result ....it's been emotional . Queued all night to get one for my mate who thought he had no chance with only five. I managed to get one of my games added for him ... He is gonna get a nice surprise. And then on here this afternoon I found out what it means to be part of the greatest set of fans in the land. For all those who didn't manage to make it be assured those that have, will make you proud !! VTID
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Unfortunately, I don’t even have the comfort of my own home or local pub to watch the final, because post-game I have to see a mate’s record launch gig.
So I’m looking for “proper” pubs in the Shoreditch area. Not a chance.
Random interjection, but the Baring pub is a ten minute bus from Shoreditch (or twenty minute walk). Landlord is Villa and shows all the football, generally a great little pub. Watched the semi-final in there and the place went mental when Delph scored.
I watched the 6-1 Sunderland demolition in The Corner Shop. Not quite a 'proper' pub, but it had loads of screens and nobody batted an eyelid when I bounced around in my lime green away strip (I'd just finished five a side at the Powerleague next door).
Linky (http://thecornershopbar.com/)
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My old local, the Blind Beggar in Whitechapel (of Krays fame) is only 5 mins away from Shoreditch on the Overground. It'll be on there and it's a proper pub (though long since non-scary!)
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Does this shirt for a tenner offer include the cup final special shirt?
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Nope. 35 of your finest British pounds for that one.
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It's down to Touts R Us for me. I'm looking at the big plastic money bottle in the lounge into which i deposit 20p pieces and wondering how much is in there.
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I'm still gobsmacked. I'm not even joking. How the hell did I pull that off? Twice? Mine is a Cat 4 with a restricted view, which is something to do with a guardrail from what I can glean. But at 4pm I was going to be sat at home, so there's no way I'm complaining!
Before this goes all Nicholas Sparks, please let me publicly thank KRS, philp52, the Doc, Jim Bradley (who has very cruelly missed out by one ticket, so please, if you hear of a spare, give him a heads up, which is the least his generosity deserves), murfee, amfy and Mr Woodhall. But really, it's a thanks to all of you for your good wishes. Two people are going to see Villa in an FA Cup Final, and it's members of this forum that got them there. Whatever the result, whatever we've got to moan about, H&V has accomplished what I consider to be a miracle.
Now, let's win ourselves an FA Cup.
A great result ....it's been emotional . Queued all night to get one for my mate who thought he had no chance with only five. I managed to get one of my games added for him ... He is gonna get a nice surprise. And then on here this afternoon I found out what it means to be part of the greatest set of fans in the land. For all those who didn't manage to make it be assured those that have, will make you proud !! VTID
Excellent for your mate, thanks for the explanation. Good to know what merits emotion.
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Utter wonderful brilliance. It really is going to be our year isn't it, it really effin well is!!
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Unfortunately, I don’t even have the comfort of my own home or local pub to watch the final, because post-game I have to see a mate’s record launch gig.
So I’m looking for “proper” pubs in the Shoreditch area. Not a chance.
Random interjection, but the Baring pub is a ten minute bus from Shoreditch (or twenty minute walk). Landlord is Villa and shows all the football, generally a great little pub. Watched the semi-final in there and the place went mental when Delph scored.
I have been known to frequent this pub, along with the Rosemary Branch, but not when there's football on. Good insider knowledge!
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I'm still gobsmacked. I'm not even joking. How the hell did I pull that off? Twice? Mine is a Cat 4 with a restricted view, which is something to do with a guardrail from what I can glean. But at 4pm I was going to be sat at home, so there's no way I'm complaining!
Before this goes all Nicholas Sparks, please let me publicly thank KRS, philp52, the Doc, Jim Bradley (who has very cruelly missed out by one ticket, so please, if you hear of a spare, give him a heads up, which is the least his generosity deserves), murfee, amfy and Mr Woodhall. But really, it's a thanks to all of you for your good wishes. Two people are going to see Villa in an FA Cup Final, and it's members of this forum that got them there. Whatever the result, whatever we've got to moan about, H&V has accomplished what I consider to be a miracle.
Now, let's win ourselves an FA Cup.
A great result ....it's been emotional . Queued all night to get one for my mate who thought he had no chance with only five. I managed to get one of my games added for him ... He is gonna get a nice surprise. And then on here this afternoon I found out what it means to be part of the greatest set of fans in the land. For all those who didn't manage to make it be assured those that have, will make you proud !! VTID
Good on you murfee. Let's hope it's our year now.
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I'm still gobsmacked. I'm not even joking. How the hell did I pull that off? Twice? Mine is a Cat 4 with a restricted view, which is something to do with a guardrail from what I can glean. But at 4pm I was going to be sat at home, so there's no way I'm complaining!
Before this goes all Nicholas Sparks, please let me publicly thank KRS, philp52, the Doc, Jim Bradley (who has very cruelly missed out by one ticket, so please, if you hear of a spare, give him a heads up, which is the least his generosity deserves), murfee, amfy and Mr Woodhall. But really, it's a thanks to all of you for your good wishes. Two people are going to see Villa in an FA Cup Final, and it's members of this forum that got them there. Whatever the result, whatever we've got to moan about, H&V has accomplished what I consider to be a miracle.
Now, let's win ourselves an FA Cup.
A great result ....it's been emotional . Queued all night to get one for my mate who thought he had no chance with only five. I managed to get one of my games added for him ... He is gonna get a nice surprise. And then on here this afternoon I found out what it means to be part of the greatest set of fans in the land. For all those who didn't manage to make it be assured those that have, will make you proud !! VTID
Good on you murfee. Let's hope it's our year now.
A Claret and Blue Crayfish has been discovered in Indonesia, how can it not be our year?
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Does this shirt for a tenner offer include the cup final special shirt?
What is this shirt for a tenner you speak of?
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you get a 'shirt for a tenner' voucher with home match tickets at the moment.
I think it applies to replica shirts only.
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Lovely cheers. I presume it's just this seasons options and not the retro selection?
Still a decent offer mind you.
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The shirt for a tenner doesn't apply to the FA Cup special, no.
Just this year's home and away shirts. I've got a couple of vouchers not used if anybody would like them.
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I've got loads!
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I've got 6 and will be in the Bartons before the Burnley game if anyone wants them.
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you get a 'shirt for a tenner' voucher with home match tickets at the moment.
I think it applies to replica shirts only.
Really ? They didn't give me one with my ticket last Saturday, the feckers.
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You can probably get the FA Cup stuff printed on it for £29.99.
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We just need a bug to sweep through the Arsenal team, like it did to us before the league game at Villa Park.
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We just need a bug to sweep through the Arsenal team, like it did to us before the league game at Villa Park.
Didn't they have this v Spurs a year or two bag after some dodgy pizzas or cannelloni or one of those calzones
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Cheers, that's very good of you.
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you get a 'shirt for a tenner' voucher with home match tickets at the moment.
I think it applies to replica shirts only.
Really ? They didn't give me one with my ticket last Saturday, the feckers.
Presenting your match ticket should be enough to get the offer.
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We just need a bug to sweep through the Arsenal team, like it did to us before the league game at Villa Park.
Didn't they have this v Spurs a year or two bag after some dodgy pizzas or cannelloni or one of those calzones
I thought it was the other way round and Spurzzz had food poisoning before the last game of the season. I think it was between them and another (possibly Arsenal) for 4th spot and the last Champion's League placing.
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We just need a bug to sweep through the Arsenal team, like it did to us before the league game at Villa Park.
Didn't they have this v Spurs a year or two bag after some dodgy pizzas or cannelloni or one of those calzones
Nope.
Spurs came down with a bug in their final game against West Ham, which they went and lost meaning that Arsenal finished above them in fourth.
Although I think that had they won it they would still have only finished fifth, so it didn't make any difference.
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Spurs finished 2 points behind Arsenal that season, so a win would have had them finish 4th.
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Fair enough.
The rest of it is right though.
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So good to read all the posts of people getting there tickets
I was in the same boat come last Monday sleeping overnight for Tuesday opening at the front of the queue.
The Albion was good Liverpool better let's make this one fooking awesome
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Didn't think I'd stand a chance of a ticket with my 6 game history ( on my reference) but the ticket office actually let me book it the day before as they acknowledged the games id been to on husbands ref earlier in season, very good of them. So excited, hotel booked in Watford , can't wait !
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We just need a bug to sweep through the Arsenal team, like it did to us before the league game at Villa Park.
They'd call the game off if that happened to the Arse.
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Now I know where myself, PWS and Freddy are sitting/standing, does anyone have a link to the view from your seat? I'm sure I saw something on here a few days ago but cannot remember where. Or I might have been dreaming, like I was when we beat Liverpool 1-0 in the semi-final with a Gareth Barry goal.
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Percy has sorted his travel
(https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/21/53/3f/21533fcd309acbc8effe845799219b60.jpg)
(http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o115/modernhepcat65/Mod/2103081.jpg)
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Wembley View From Your Seat (http://www.wembleystadium.com/TheStadium/ViewFromYourSeat.aspx#vfs)
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Now I know where myself, PWS and Freddy are sitting/standing, does anyone have a link to the view from your seat? I'm sure I saw something on here a few days ago but cannot remember where. Or I might have been dreaming, like I was when we beat Liverpool 1-0 in the semi-final with a Gareth Barry goal.
http://www.wembleystadium.com/TheStadium/ViewFromYourSeat.aspx
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Thank you!
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Unfortunately, I don’t even have the comfort of my own home or local pub to watch the final, because post-game I have to see a mate’s record launch gig.
So I’m looking for “proper” pubs in the Shoreditch area. Not a chance.
Random interjection, but the Baring pub is a ten minute bus from Shoreditch (or twenty minute walk). Landlord is Villa and shows all the football, generally a great little pub. Watched the semi-final in there and the place went mental when Delph scored.
I watched the 6-1 Sunderland demolition in The Corner Shop. Not quite a 'proper' pub, but it had loads of screens and nobody batted an eyelid when I bounced around in my lime green away strip (I'd just finished five a side at the Powerleague next door).
Linky (http://thecornershopbar.com/)
not sure what your idea of a proper pub is small rodent? But if you can't find one near shoreditch then I doubt your ability to find one anywhere mate 😉 10 minute walk in any direction from the Nathan Barley zone will offer up a multitude of good pubs. Bring plenty money though.
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I work with the Football Supporters Federation and they've just called with a ticket for me. In think I'm sat in the section they give to the 'football family' but I'd have watched it gaffa taped to the arch to be honest.
I can't wait. If anyone wants an ale before/after I'll happily buy you one.
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Up to now my Dad has said that he doesn't want to go because he is getting on a bit and doesn't know how he'll cope. This is the same Dad who runs Rock and Roll dances across the south coast every weekend, coaches about 250 young athletes 3 nights a week and weekends, and plays league 1 table tennis on a Monday night. He is 78!
Then, when I rang him and told him I'd managed to find us tickets for the Southampton game (where he lives), he thought I meant the cup final, and there is no doubt that he was really excited (although when I put him straight he pretended not to be!).
So - if anyone ends up with a loose ticket for any reason - my old Dad would secretly love to be surprised with one! (And isn't hiding it very well!)
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On today's evidence so far we better fucking up our game against Arsenal.
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Just luring that lot into a false sense of security.
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Got it out of our system? Or... something? Desperately groping for positives.
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I'm glad to get this out of the way before Arsenal.
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I'm glad to get this out of the way before Arsenal.
Agree, but all of a sudden I'm not as confident
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We were never going to beat Arsenal by outplaying them anyway, at least this means we're not going to give that a go with the attackers Arsenal have.
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To the chaps that supplied me and the missus with a Southampton booking reference, I'm sorry you actually had to go to that.
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It was better being there, at least we had a laugh as a group of fans in the second half.
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Greenwichvilla
I've be in all bar one Canary Wharf for a full English with a lager chaser early doors same routine as the semi
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On today's evidence so far we better fucking up our game against Arsenal.
Today's result will have no bearing on how we do in the final. We would have needed to "up our game" against them in any case. We had a 30% chance of beating them and that is still the same. We have to either introduce chaos into their ranks and/or hope they don't turn up. If they are at their best and we let them play than we will be done.
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Greenwichvilla
I've be in all bar one Canary Wharf for a full English with a lager chaser early doors same routine as the semi
May well join you for that, mate. Cheers.
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We've secured our premiership place, now we mobilise for Wembley, we can concentrate all our resources on that, we can win that football match, I wrote before the Semi that Liverpool have nothing over us, and we annihilated them, Arsenal are likewise, forget this seasons results against them - this is an entirely different Aston Villa now - and they know it.
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Today is a timely kick up the arse before May 30th. Rest legs next weekend , play some fringe players, arsenal have 2 tough games to play before they face us.
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Arsenal have 3 tough games to play before they face us.
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Arsenal have 3 tough games to play before they face us.
I didn't include the Smethwick game as they will roll over for them.
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Biggest problem I see from today's result is that Southampton play the same way as Arsenal and they were scything through are defence at will
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Season card holder(yes I know) where can I catch on Clarke's Quay Singapore?
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Biggest problem I see from today's result is that Southampton play the same way as Arsenal and they were scything through are defence at will
I think most teams would have had a field day against our inept back four today. I may see it differently but I don't see much similarity between how Southampton and Arsenal play...they were mainly playing it over the top to hit Pelle with supporting runners from midfield; where as Arsenal play a more intricate and incisive passing game moving and switching play at pace. It will be interesting to watch Arsenal play their 2 games tomorrow and midweek, but its safe to say that if we don't turn up and play anything like we did today then we'll be chasing shadows.
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Biggest problem I see from today's result is that Southampton play the same way as Arsenal and they were scything through are defence at will
I admit to not watching Southampton very often but I thought the consensus from their fans was Koeman cleverly changed their style of play today to hit on the counter and surrendering possession rather than their usual?
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The match stats suggest you're not wrong with Southampton only having 35% possession. We had the lions share of possession but looked clueless at the back and toothless going forward. How many times do we have to watch aimless crosses into the box only to be snuffed out by the first defender with Benteke on his own in the box? They can't expect Benteke to get on the end of every cross particularly when there are 4 defenders challenging for the ball as it was against Southampton today, so they vastly need to improve the quality of ball into the box or vary the attacking options.
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Biggest problem I see from today's result is that Southampton play the same way as Arsenal and they were scything through are defence at will
Given the way the day panned out maybe it was no bad thing that we found out today rather than May30 that our defending with a high line needs a bit of work.
We probably didn't need such a stark reality check but it hasn't necessarily done any harm to learn a few things.
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Agreed, it turned out to be a bit of a dry run of how not to set up against the Arse. If seasons are learned it could be a bit of a blessing.
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Forget today, it's a one-off bad result, the good thing is we are now safe and can concentrate on the final. Arsenal have 3 games between now and the final, we now have one.
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Really hope we can field a properly fit back four. That's gonna be crucial
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The similarity of yesterday's performance with that of the 5-0 defeat against Arsenal was clear.
If we go toe to toe with Arsenal they'll destroy us.
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Quick question, if anyone is sent off next week re Burnley, would they be suspended for the final ? Ditto yellow cards and the totting up ban?
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Sorry john2710 but I was at Emirates and ok I have only seen the highlights of the match yesterday but they are nothing alike. Yesterday we just messed up simple situations, at Emirates we sat back and Arsenal ripped us apart. Arsenal will destroy us for either going toe to toe or sitting back however we have to disrupt them and if we use all of our assets to maximum and we stand a chance.
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Quick question, if anyone is sent off next week re Burnley, would they be suspended for the final ? Ditto yellow cards and the totting up ban?
Yes and yes.
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Sorry john2710 but I was at Emirates and ok I have only seen the highlights of the match yesterday but they are nothing alike. Yesterday we just messed up simple situations, at Emirates we sat back and Arsenal ripped us apart. Arsenal will destroy us for either going toe to toe or sitting back however we have to disrupt them and if we use all of our assets to maximum and we stand a chance.
Just had a look at the highlights from the 5-0 again (a harrowing experience indeed): the first goal, we were caught high up the pitch and Ozil flicked it on to Giroud who had a one-on-one. The second, they broke quickly, Ozil runs into space where the RB should be and knocks it home. The third was another quick break, I think possibly from a corner, because the fullbacks ended up being the closest to Walcott at the time he shot it. The fourth, the penalty was conceded basically because of a ball over the top. The fifth was from a more settled position, but things were done and dusted anyway by then.
So maybe not necessarily blatant mistakes like Vlaar's backpass yesterday, but I think the goals scored by both teams are of the same broad nature: absolutely suicidal positioning, and midfield not able to be in a position to shield the back four. Surely Sherwood thinks about yesterday and then looks at the footage from the 5-0 and recognises that this is one game where he has to break somewhat from his general penchant to play openly.
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Sorry john2710 but I was at Emirates and ok I have only seen the highlights of the match yesterday but they are nothing alike. Yesterday we just messed up simple situations, at Emirates we sat back and Arsenal ripped us apart. Arsenal will destroy us for either going toe to toe or sitting back however we have to disrupt them and if we use all of our assets to maximum and we stand a chance.
I'm not saying Arsenal and Southampton play a similar style generally but rather than us sitting back didn't Arsenal's first 3 goals come when our back line was high up near the halfway line and caught on the turn a la yesterday?
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Agreed, it turned out to be a bit of a dry run of how not to set up against the Arse. If seasons are learned it could be a bit of a blessing.
This is the thing. Arsenal got us in exactly the same way at the Emirates, they sat back, surrendered possession and then got us on the break. I genuinely think yesterday's result has done us a huge favour.
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Sorry john2710 but I was at Emirates and ok I have only seen the highlights of the match yesterday but they are nothing alike. Yesterday we just messed up simple situations, at Emirates we sat back and Arsenal ripped us apart. Arsenal will destroy us for either going toe to toe or sitting back however we have to disrupt them and if we use all of our assets to maximum and we stand a chance.
Did we sit back at the Emirates? I remember us having loads of possession and trying to get forward, whilst they sat back, nicked the ball and countered? Swansea, the other night, sat back against Arsenal.
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I watched Arsenal play Swansea on Monday and they ran out of ideas and got caught out by a counter attack. The same Arsenal were poor against Reading in the Semi and were only through to the final with a clanger by the keeper. They're beatable just like Liverpool in the Semi. Benteke will give Mertesacker nightmares. I'd play Gabby as he usually scares them with his pace.
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In 1978 Ipswich lost their final away match of the season 6-1 to us, 2 weeks later they beat Arsenal 1-0 in the final.
We can do it, but we'll have to be a lot smarter than we were yesterday.
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In 1978 Ipswich lost their final away match of the season 6-1 to us, 2 weeks later they beat Arsenal 1-0 in the final.
We can do it, but we'll have to be a lot smarter than we were yesterday.
I was there , North upper, watching the goals reign in. Pretty sure Dave Geddis played for them that day
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Agreed, it turned out to be a bit of a dry run of how not to set up against the Arse. If seasons are learned it could be a bit of a blessing.
This is the thing. Arsenal got us in exactly the same way at the Emirates, they sat back, surrendered possession and then got us on the break. I genuinely think yesterday's result has done us a huge favour.
I hope it has the opposite effect to our 4-2 win at Spurs just before the 2000 Cup Final that I think convinced JG that Dublin and Carbone should start together.
Joachim for Dublin and Stone for (a sadly not fit) Tayls was the right line up to start with in 2000.
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Someone on twitter called Michael @footballticketg claiming to have tickets for sale. Looks suspicious. Approach with caution.
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we all know arsenal concede goals, so let's just go for it no bullshit tactical plan and end up getting done 0-1 in a boring match.
Let's make sure the watching millions from every far flung corner of this world will never forget the name Aston villa and those famous Claret and blue shirts marauding forward at every opportunity and there magnificent support.
Holte end the 12th Man
Oh you bet it will be
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In 1978 Ipswich lost their final away match of the season 6-1 to us, 2 weeks later they beat Arsenal 1-0 in the final.
We can do it, but we'll have to be a lot smarter than we were yesterday.
two years on the bounce we played the cup finalists the week before the final and battered them Arsenal was the other, because they wouldn't put a tackle in all afternoon, which is why I was shitting it that our league place would go right down to the Burnley game, just six days before the Final.
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Someone in the post match thread mentioned yesterday reminded him of Hull at VP at the end of last season and how poor they were, well Hull gave Arsenal a decent game in the cup final didn't they despite a poor end to last season?
What we can't do is play a high line, we were battered at the Emirates doing that and were again yesteday. Park them on the 18 yard box so Arsenal can't get behind us and take our chances on the counter attack imo.
Arsenal's last 3 games at Wembley have been Wigan, Hull and Reading and they've been taken to extra time on each occasions so as long as no suicidal tactics we'll give them a game.
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Let's just go 4-0 up and then sit back for the last 10 minutes and I'll be able to relax. Anyway, as the song goes, whatever will be will be.
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If anyone is interested...1957 cup final retro shirts for £24.
Free delivery as well, with a code I got, enter CAMPOVE at the checkout.
It might work.
http://www.camporetro.com/Shop-By-Team/Premier-League/Aston-Villa/3451_Aston-Villa-1957-FA-Cup-Final-Shirt.html
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January 1st 2011- SHA 0-3 Arsenal
February whatever 2011- SHA 2-1 Arsenal
Just in case anyone is worried about the 8-0 aggregate score to Arsenal this season.
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Agreed, it turned out to be a bit of a dry run of how not to set up against the Arse. If seasons are learned it could be a bit of a blessing.
This is the thing. Arsenal got us in exactly the same way at the Emirates, they sat back, surrendered possession and then got us on the break. I genuinely think yesterday's result has done us a huge favour.
I know it's blasphemy on here - and rightly so, there's a debate about how how we play this tactically with a high line getting crucified every time we've tried it against them, well, take a look at how the Noses beat them in the Carling, pack the area, and let them have 80% of the play, and hit them on the counter which we are more than capable of doing. Sod the spectacle bit, I'll take a scrappy win any day.
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Watching The United arsenal game is giving us some hints
I don't think we have to play defensively. United are pushing on and denying cazorla and Ozil time on the ball. Midfield runners exploiting the fact that only coquelin wants to defend and young getting one on one v bellerin who gets little cover from Ramsey. Get crosses in to the back post where their full backs aren't great at defending
Giroud is slow so you can press up as long as there's pressure on the ball and you track midfield runners. Not the high line we saw at Emirates and st Mary's but no need to camp on the edge of our box. I don't think Tim will do that anyway
There's definitely a way for villa to beat arsenal. Even more ways to lose but we knew that
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Fitness wise , arsenal look really top drawer . They've gone up a gear since the 70th minute
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Interesting to listen to Wenger's comments after the defeat to Swansea on Monday.
He seemed very put out that they had played defensively and on the break...and sin of sins...won the game! As if to play in such a tactical way, rather than play naively and get beaten, is a massive no-no!
Twat!
I just hope Tim gets his tactics right enough to f**k up any fancy-pants plans they may have!!!
Come on you Lions!
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Watching The United arsenal game is giving us some hints
I don't think we have to play defensively. United are pushing on and denying cazorla and Ozil time on the ball. Midfield runners exploiting the fact that only coquelin wants to defend and young getting one on one v bellerin who gets little cover from Ramsey. Get crosses in to the back post where their full backs aren't great at defending
Giroud is slow so you can press up as long as there's pressure on the ball and you track midfield runners. Not the high line we saw at Emirates and st Mary's but no need to camp on the edge of our box. I don't think Tim will do that anyway
There's definitely a way for villa to beat arsenal. Even more ways to lose but we knew that
I think their semi final against Reading also gave some clues. Reading had mobile midfielders who really got about Arsenal and pace out wide which caused them problems on the break. Unfortunately Reading didn't quite have the quality in the final third to make it count.
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In 1978 Ipswich lost their final away match of the season 6-1 to us, 2 weeks later they beat Arsenal 1-0 in the final.
We can do it, but we'll have to be a lot smarter than we were yesterday.
May have been mentioned... re: yesterday's gubbing, but the week before the '57 FA Cup win, we were tonked by the mighty Luton Town 3 - 1. At home too!
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For those without tickets and looking for somewhere to watch the game, looks like the Ads may be opening if anyone is interested.
Here is their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/Thenewadventurers.co.uk
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For those without tickets and looking for somewhere to watch the game, looks like the Ads may be opening if anyone is interested.
Here is their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/Thenewadventurers.co.uk
Good on them . I would imagine the Holte and Aston Tav will surely open too ??
Villa Tav is open anyway so anyone mooching around there can pop in and socialise with the locals and watch on the 40" plasma .
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Watching The United arsenal game is giving us some hints
I don't think we have to play defensively. United are pushing on and denying cazorla and Ozil time on the ball. Midfield runners exploiting the fact that only coquelin wants to defend and young getting one on one v bellerin who gets little cover from Ramsey. Get crosses in to the back post where their full backs aren't great at defending
Giroud is slow so you can press up as long as there's pressure on the ball and you track midfield runners. Not the high line we saw at Emirates and st Mary's but no need to camp on the edge of our box. I don't think Tim will do that anyway
There's definitely a way for villa to beat arsenal. Even more ways to lose but we knew that
I think their semi final against Reading also gave some clues. Reading had mobile midfielders who really got about Arsenal and pace out wide which caused them problems on the break. Unfortunately Reading didn't quite have the quality in the final third to make it count.
Yeah there's a lot to be said for a 433 with plenty of pace wide, though that would mean no grealish
Delph v Ramsey will be crucial
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For me the key will be stifling Arsenals midfield - corzola, Ramsay, Sanchez , Ozil, woolcott . They are all very good players who given time and space will destroy you. How do you counter that ? You deny them the ball and any space or time . Easier said than done for sure. I think the plan has to be get at them keep the ball , when it's lost hunt down in packs , beyond midfield we need a defensive line that flexes with the play, we need intuitive defending not a a rigid approach. Get all that in place and we can use our own counter play to upset, intimidate and ultimately defeat them. We have the players to win, it's all about deployment and tactics.
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Arsenal aren't comfortable when you're pressing and closing down...give them space and they'll stroke the ball around leaving you chasing shadows all day long. The way I see it is very much a "get into 'em, fuck 'em up" approach and cause them more problems for them to worry about when we go forward. If Wenger has to change his tactics to deal with our game then that will be a sign that things are going well.
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Something Liverpool found out in the semi just as Arsenal will, the fans and players want to win it more than they do.
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After mega frustration of watching Saturdays game on tv, excitement rejuvenated today after picking up final tickets from post office this afternoon,
Block 534 upper tier, row 2, get in
UTV
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As mentioned, Saturday was probably the loss we had to have. I'm not necessarily looking at the result against Burnley but more how we go about it. I want to see good, enterprising and confident football without being too brash or cocky and a lot more solidity if dealing with a lead.
Secondly, is it just me or am I noticing Arsenal fuckers commenting on Villa as some kind of ploy to put us off? I read a Ray Parlour comment about Benteke not staying next season from a few days ago, the Tony Adams fronted bid. It's probably just paranoia, but it's actually riled me up, I've been soft on them for years (cos in the 90's they weren't Man yoo) but it's making me want us to royally fuck up their top 4 fans sense of entitlement.
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As mentioned, Saturday was probably the loss we had to have. I'm not necessarily looking at the result against Burnley but more how we go about it. I want to see good, enterprising and confident football without being too brash or cocky and a lot more solidity if dealing with a lead.
Secondly, is it just me or am I noticing Arsenal fuckers commenting on Villa as some kind of ploy to put us off? I read a Ray Parlour comment about Benteke not staying next season from a few days ago, the Tony Adams fronted bid. It's probably just paranoia, but it's actually riled me up, I've been soft on them for years (cos in the 90's they weren't Man yoo) but it's making me want us to royally fuck up their top 4 fans sense of entitlement.
It is you mate lol, just chill out. I have just been sent out parking notices that they have a victory parade planned though :-(
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There's a sense of hubris you normally get from the old sky 4, didn't they have a bus prepared one year that was exposed? All clubs require some forward planning anyway. Have to admit, I do prefer having the plucky underdog status (as opposed to rank outsider or firm favourite) in the lead up.
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they have already started making plans for their celebration parade, wankers
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they have already started making plans for their celebration parade, wankers
In all probability so have we. You can't just hire an open top bus and close off the streets at 12 hours notice.
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I'd be surprised if we haven't as well. As these things happen within a day or so of winning a trophy it would be stupid not to. I bet we, the club, were booking the hotels for Wembley by the time we were in the 5th round.
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Season card holder(yes I know) where can I catch on Clarke's Quay Singapore?
Not been for a while but there were a few places there showing sport. German brew house ( can't remember the name but large and on the quay west side itself) has a lot of screens. Penny Black at the south end shows sport and on Circular Rd behind that is an Irish pub (Molly Malones I think). There were also a surprising number of normal bars showing Saturday football when I was there so you really should have no problem.
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We need to press their midfield fast and in packs, get either Westwood or Sanchez to sit a bit deeper and not play to high a defensive line, but also not to deep.
In a way when we are at our best a bit like a poor mans Man U, meaning the cost of players not always the quality and the one thing we have they do not at the moment is Benteke, get him support in the box, be willing to have a shot at every chance and everyone of us get behind them for the full 90, 120 or however long, even if at times things are not going how we want them too.
They are beatable and on May 30th there is one team who can beat them, AVFC.
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I'd be surprised if we haven't as well. As these things happen within a day or so of winning a trophy it would be stupid not to. I bet we, the club, were booking the hotels for Wembley by the time we were in the 5th round.
Booked mine after the Blackpool win. Fully flexible booking.
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they have already started making plans for their celebration parade, wankers
In all probability so have we. You can't just hire an open top bus and close off the streets at 12 hours notice.
The Blues did!!! lol
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I'd prefer it if we were favourites a bit more often.
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6-1 and we'll win the cup...
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Should be plenty of space and buses in Brum as the Bitters and the Noses had a party arranged they have had to cancel
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25,000 claret and blue scarves are being distributed before the game.
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25,000 claret and blue scarves are being distributed before the game.
Great stuff, although shouldn't they be claret & blue and red & white for the floating football supporter? :-)
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For anyone who wants to know exactly where your seat is this link does the trick. http://www.mapaplan.com/seating-plan/wembley-stadium-chart-london/high-resolution/wembley-stadium-london-seating-plan-00b-Detailed-row-block-numbering-football-cup-finals-matches-diagram-high-resolution.htm
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"Every fan in attendance will be given a very special commemorative scarf. Scarves will be either claret with blue pin stripes or blue with claret pin stripes. These will be distributed in blocks i.e. one block claret and one block blue, so when seen from a far will give a claret and blue striped effect across all 25,000 Villa fans."
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Unfortunately we aren’t able to do a screening at Villa Park. We spent a great deal of time looking into this but operationally it just isn’t possible due to event commitments we had already made.
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We have set-up a microsite to capture FA Cup memories. If we get enough messages we will create a video and play it at Wembley. Please encourage fans to upload their memories. Details here - http://avfcplc.co.uk/youtv/
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http://www.ticketbis.net/fa-cup-final-2015-tickets
Looking through ticket sites, came across a ticket on ticketbis, 13 rows from the front, behind the goal, in the Arsenal end. Yours for £3307.09!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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http://www.ticketbis.net/fa-cup-final-2015-tickets
Looking through ticket sites, came across a ticket on ticketbis, 13 rows from the front, behind the goal, in the Arsenal end. Yours for £3307.09!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
That additional 9p will put off a lot of buyers.
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"Every fan in attendance will be given a very special commemorative scarf. Scarves will be either claret with blue pin stripes or blue with claret pin stripes. These will be distributed in blocks i.e. one block claret and one block blue, so when seen from a far will give a claret and blue striped effect across all 25,000 Villa fans."
Brlliant idea from the club.
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http://www.ticketbis.net/fa-cup-final-2015-tickets
Looking through ticket sites, came across a ticket on ticketbis, 13 rows from the front, behind the goal, in the Arsenal end. Yours for £3307.09!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
That additional 9p will put off a lot of buyers.
That 9p's just blatant profiteering.
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"Every fan in attendance will be given a very special commemorative scarf. Scarves will be either claret with blue pin stripes or blue with claret pin stripes. These will be distributed in blocks i.e. one block claret and one block blue, so when seen from a far will give a claret and blue striped effect across all 25,000 Villa fans."
what they don't tell you and is buried in the fine print is that the other half of the scarf is either red with white pinstripes or white with red pinstripes
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Special thanks to the postman in the Villa beanie who'll be sat behind the goal that just delivered my tickets! :)
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Special thanks to the postman in the Villa beanie who'll be sat behind the goal that just delivered my tickets! :)
Was there one missing then?
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You've actually just made me double check I've received all the tickets! :D
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You've actually just made me double check I've received all the tickets! :D
There's not a day gone by since ours arrived that I haven't opened the drawer and counted they're all still there. I've even taken pictures in case we get burgled.
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Of our last two the signed for sticker was ripped off and the grey plastic envelope was just shoved through the door. All tickets correct inside though.
With the scarves I was hoping they would be given out at the turnstiles but if they are being laid out then I hope people don't grab as many as they can as was unfortunately the case in some areas with the 2000 'last game at Wembley' pennants. Those arriving late didn't get one as selfish people grabbed 2 or 3.
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They have to be on the seats as the idea is that they will form a dIsplay.
The different emphasis on claret & blue will form the impression of claret & blue stripes from a distance, so hopefully? People will have the sense to leave them alone.
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You've actually just made me double check I've received all the tickets! :D
There's not a day gone by since ours arrived that I haven't opened the drawer and counted they're all still there. I've even taken pictures in case we get burgled.
Would you - or anyone - kindly put a close up photo on here of a ticket so that I know what they look like, pls. Ive been offered one which is very expensive (cos it's a Club Wembley one) and I want to be sure I'm getting the real thing! Cheers
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Of our last two the signed for sticker was ripped off and the grey plastic envelope was just shoved through the door. All tickets correct inside though.
With the scarves I was hoping they would be given out at the turnstiles but if they are being laid out then I hope people don't grab as many as they can as was unfortunately the case in some areas with the 2000 'last game at Wembley' pennants. Those arriving late didn't get one as selfish people grabbed 2 or 3.
I was at the 2000 final and I never saw a pennant
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"Every fan in attendance will be given a very special commemorative scarf. Scarves will be either claret with blue pin stripes or blue with claret pin stripes. These will be distributed in blocks i.e. one block claret and one block blue, so when seen from a far will give a claret and blue striped effect across all 25,000 Villa fans."
what they don't tell you and is buried in the fine print is that the other half of the scarf is either red with white pinstripes or white with red pinstripes
The Villa shop at the Holte End was selling FA Cup Final scarves that were Villa one side and Arsenal the other! Refused to buy one and got a proper claret and blue Final scarf from the shop in town.
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http://www.thefa.com/news/thefa/2015/may/martin-glenn-first-interview
He can start by sending us the 7,000 tickets that seem to have gone missing from the Semi-Final.
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You've actually just made me double check I've received all the tickets! :D
There's not a day gone by since ours arrived that I haven't opened the drawer and counted they're all still there. I've even taken pictures in case we get burgled.
Would you - or anyone - kindly put a close up photo on here of a ticket so that I know what they look like, pls. Ive been offered one which is very expensive (cos it's a Club Wembley one) and I want to be sure I'm getting the real thing! Cheers
The Club Wembley ones aren't tickets, they are print outs with a bar code on them. At least mine was, for the semi final. I think that's how they are when you transfer them to someone else, so if you are buying one from a holder, that's what you'll get.
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Of our last two the signed for sticker was ripped off and the grey plastic envelope was just shoved through the door. All tickets correct inside though.
With the scarves I was hoping they would be given out at the turnstiles but if they are being laid out then I hope people don't grab as many as they can as was unfortunately the case in some areas with the 2000 'last game at Wembley' pennants. Those arriving late didn't get one as selfish people grabbed 2 or 3.
I was at the 2000 final and I never saw a pennant
I chucked mine away on the way out of Wembley
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Of our last two the signed for sticker was ripped off and the grey plastic envelope was just shoved through the door. All tickets correct inside though.
With the scarves I was hoping they would be given out at the turnstiles but if they are being laid out then I hope people don't grab as many as they can as was unfortunately the case in some areas with the 2000 'last game at Wembley' pennants. Those arriving late didn't get one as selfish people grabbed 2 or 3.
I was at the 2000 final and I never saw a pennant
I never saw a performance
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Of our last two the signed for sticker was ripped off and the grey plastic envelope was just shoved through the door. All tickets correct inside though.
With the scarves I was hoping they would be given out at the turnstiles but if they are being laid out then I hope people don't grab as many as they can as was unfortunately the case in some areas with the 2000 'last game at Wembley' pennants. Those arriving late didn't get one as selfish people grabbed 2 or 3.
I was at the 2000 final and I never saw a pennant
I chucked mine away on the way out of Wembley
Sold mine on ebay tried to forget it ever happened
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Of our last two the signed for sticker was ripped off and the grey plastic envelope was just shoved through the door. All tickets correct inside though.
With the scarves I was hoping they would be given out at the turnstiles but if they are being laid out then I hope people don't grab as many as they can as was unfortunately the case in some areas with the 2000 'last game at Wembley' pennants. Those arriving late didn't get one as selfish people grabbed 2 or 3.
I was at the 2000 final and I never saw a pennant
I chucked mine away on the way out of Wembley
Sold mine on ebay tried to forget it ever happened
There was no Final in 2000. We did not play Southampton away last Saturday. This is not the droid you are looking for.
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Cheeky monkeys. Although to be fair, that's just practical and something they have to do....
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BBC devoting a whole day's coverage to it!
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/32801726
The programming will include (all times BST):
BBC Breakfast (06:30-10:00, BBC One)
FA Cup Rewind: Classic Finals (08:30-09:30, BBC Two)
MOTD Kickabout (09:30-10:00, BBC Two)
Saturday Kitchen ( 10:00-11:30, BBC One)
FA Cup 50 Greatest Moments (10:00-12:00, BBC Two)
Fighting Talk (11:00-12:00, Radio 5 live)
Football Focus (12:10-13:00, BBC One)
Gary Lineker on the Road to FA Cup Glory (BBC One, 13:00-14:00)
FA Cup TOTP 2 (14:05-14:30, BBC One)
Pointless FA Cup Special (14:30-15:20, BBC One)
The Road to Wembley (15:25-15:55, BBC One)
MOTD LIVE: FA Cup Final Build Up (15:55-17:15, BBC One)
MOTD LIVE: Arsenal v Aston Villa (17:15-19:50, BBC One)
5 live Sport: FA Cup Final: Arsenal v Aston Villa (12:00-19:30, Radio 5 live)
MOTD: FA Cup Final highlights (22:50-23:25, BBC One)
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Of our last two the signed for sticker was ripped off and the grey plastic envelope was just shoved through the door. All tickets correct inside though.
With the scarves I was hoping they would be given out at the turnstiles but if they are being laid out then I hope people don't grab as many as they can as was unfortunately the case in some areas with the 2000 'last game at Wembley' pennants. Those arriving late didn't get one as selfish people grabbed 2 or 3.
I was at the 2000 final and I never saw a pennant
I chucked mine away on the way out of Wembley
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Still got my pennant.
This time I'm in block 529 so I expect Mr Woodhall to sell me my scarve alongside whatever else he's looking to shift for a few quid on the day
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I had a dream the other night we won it 3-2. We were three up at half time, conceded early in the second half and another went in on 63 minutes. It was lime the Alamo at the back after with people dropping like flies in the crowd as they couldn't take the tension any more.
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We had a parade in 2000. I expect both teams will have a parade win or lose.
It'll be a rubbish parade for the losers but some people will still turn up.
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BBC devoting a whole day's coverage to it!
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/32801726
The programming will include (all times BST):
BBC Breakfast (06:30-10:00, BBC One)
FA Cup Rewind: Classic Finals (08:30-09:30, BBC Two)
MOTD Kickabout (09:30-10:00, BBC Two)
Saturday Kitchen ( 10:00-11:30, BBC One)
FA Cup 50 Greatest Moments (10:00-12:00, BBC Two)
Fighting Talk (11:00-12:00, Radio 5 live)
Football Focus (12:10-13:00, BBC One)
Gary Lineker on the Road to FA Cup Glory (BBC One, 13:00-14:00)
FA Cup TOTP 2 (14:05-14:30, BBC One)
Pointless FA Cup Special (14:30-15:20, BBC One)
The Road to Wembley (15:25-15:55, BBC One)
MOTD LIVE: FA Cup Final Build Up (15:55-17:15, BBC One)
MOTD LIVE: Arsenal v Aston Villa (17:15-19:50, BBC One)
5 live Sport: FA Cup Final: Arsenal v Aston Villa (12:00-19:30, Radio 5 live)
MOTD: FA Cup Final highlights (22:50-23:25, BBC One)
Now that's a proper cup final.
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They could do with talking to fans to bring that alive mind.
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Love it. That's how it used to be. Now I am thinking instead of of London I should be at home watching all that😒
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BBC devoting a whole day's coverage to it!
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/32801726
The programming will include (all times BST):
BBC Breakfast (06:30-10:00, BBC One)
FA Cup Rewind: Classic Finals (08:30-09:30, BBC Two)
MOTD Kickabout (09:30-10:00, BBC Two)
Saturday Kitchen ( 10:00-11:30, BBC One)
FA Cup 50 Greatest Moments (10:00-12:00, BBC Two)
Fighting Talk (11:00-12:00, Radio 5 live)
Football Focus (12:10-13:00, BBC One)
Gary Lineker on the Road to FA Cup Glory (BBC One, 13:00-14:00)
FA Cup TOTP 2 (14:05-14:30, BBC One)
Pointless FA Cup Special (14:30-15:20, BBC One)
The Road to Wembley (15:25-15:55, BBC One)
MOTD LIVE: FA Cup Final Build Up (15:55-17:15, BBC One)
MOTD LIVE: Arsenal v Aston Villa (17:15-19:50, BBC One)
5 live Sport: FA Cup Final: Arsenal v Aston Villa (12:00-19:30, Radio 5 live)
MOTD: FA Cup Final highlights (22:50-23:25, BBC One)
Now that's a proper cup final.
Back in the day...watching with the 3 lads from next door with a massive bag of sweets between us on the settee.
After the game, climb over the back fence and "replay" the highlights...jumpers for goal posts...until Mums called us in for tea.
Happy days!
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I will need to clear some cartoons off the box at home to record all of that. I still need BT recorded as well.
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BBC devoting a whole day's coverage to it!
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/32801726
The programming will include (all times BST):
BBC Breakfast (06:30-10:00, BBC One)
FA Cup Rewind: Classic Finals (08:30-09:30, BBC Two)
MOTD Kickabout (09:30-10:00, BBC Two)
Saturday Kitchen ( 10:00-11:30, BBC One)
FA Cup 50 Greatest Moments (10:00-12:00, BBC Two)
Fighting Talk (11:00-12:00, Radio 5 live)
Football Focus (12:10-13:00, BBC One)
Gary Lineker on the Road to FA Cup Glory (BBC One, 13:00-14:00)
FA Cup TOTP 2 (14:05-14:30, BBC One)
Pointless FA Cup Special (14:30-15:20, BBC One)
The Road to Wembley (15:25-15:55, BBC One)
MOTD LIVE: FA Cup Final Build Up (15:55-17:15, BBC One)
MOTD LIVE: Arsenal v Aston Villa (17:15-19:50, BBC One)
5 live Sport: FA Cup Final: Arsenal v Aston Villa (12:00-19:30, Radio 5 live)
MOTD: FA Cup Final highlights (22:50-23:25, BBC One)
Now that's a proper cup final.
One of the big reasons the FA Cup was so popular was because it was the only game domestically that you could see live before the advent of Friday night football and Sky. i don't have SKy and my 5 year-old has loved when I let hi stay up late to watch FA Cup games this season. Having a whole day dedicated to the build up and then the game itself could be a winning recipe for reviving the allure of the FA Cup, as well as bringing a whole wave of new fans to teams. My 5 year-old will love the whole build up thing. Hopefully he'll also see us win it.
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The BBC has made some (hyperventilating over the pitch invasion, some of the games they've chosen to cover etc) but the breadth and visibility of the coverage this year has been very good.
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You've actually just made me double check I've received all the tickets! :D
There's not a day gone by since ours arrived that I haven't opened the drawer and counted they're all still there. I've even taken pictures in case we get burgled.
What's your address ?😳
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Tickets have arrived, mini bus is sorted. My only worry now is every Villa fan I've spoken to plus every message on FB and possibly everybody on here thinks we're going to win. Mainly, not because we're better than Arsenal, it feels like nobody wants to face the alternative, including me. For the past 3 Wembley appearances where we've lost it's been a case of oh well let's enjoy the day/weekend but this time it feels different in that if we do lose it'll be bloody miserable for a good while afterwards. We're 6-1 to win the game in 90 minutes and yet everyone seems so confident! Maybe it's because I'm getting older and the realisation hits you that you might not see us in another final. My son's going to his first FA cup final and he's 11. I was 35 when I went to mine. I keep imagining the scenes if we win, I'm trying not to imagine them if we lose but I think either way there will be tears.
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I hope we win.
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I hope we win.
That's what is great about those Half and Half scarfs, it doesn't matter who wins.
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I pray to McGrath that we win.
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I really want us to win.
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I already know we'll win so am very relaxed.
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I already know we'll win so am very relaxed.
I'm still nervous.
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Just make sure I don't see the ticket and we win.
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What ticket?
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Exactly
(http://i4.accringtonobserver.co.uk/incoming/article1261540.ece/ALTERNATES/s615/C_71_article_510311_body_articleblock_0_bodyimage.jpg)
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I said all that to my son the other day and said let's just make sure we enjoy the day. He said "okay Dad okay, stop going on." He the went quiet for a bit before he looked up and said "I do think we'll win though"
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I already know we'll win so am very relaxed.
I'm still nervous.
"Don't worry about a thing,
'Cause every little thing gonna be all right.
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Tickets have arrived, mini bus is sorted. My only worry now is every Villa fan I've spoken to plus every message on FB and possibly everybody on here thinks we're going to win. Mainly, not because we're better than Arsenal, it feels like nobody wants to face the alternative, including me. For the past 3 Wembley appearances where we've lost it's been a case of oh well let's enjoy the day/weekend but this time it feels different in that if we do lose it'll be bloody miserable for a good while afterwards. We're 6-1 to win the game in 90 minutes and yet everyone seems so confident! Maybe it's because I'm getting older and the realisation hits you that you might not see us in another final. My son's going to his first FA cup final and he's 11. I was 35 when I went to mine. I keep imagining the scenes if we win, I'm trying not to imagine them if we lose but I think either way there will be tears.
I realised the other day that the reason I'm not afraid of thinking we're going to win, is that somehow 'The Sherwood Way' has taken away my fear of losing. I know that we'll turn up, and have a go. It's not turning up that is really disappointing, and I know that we will turn up.
I think that's why everyone just went so zen after Southampton - our worst fears were realised,and we looked around and we were still in one piece, the fans were still singing, the players were applauding us off, we were still Aston Villa, together. Somehow, as we were leaving the ground, there was a sense it was all going to be OK, and 2 hours later it was.
I think that's what he's done, I don't know how long it can last, but right now, the fear has gone - and I think it runs right through the club. I'm going to enjoy the good stuff, & feeling fearless for as long as it lasts, because the bad stuff doesn't feel any less bad when it happens because you dreaded it.
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After 57 years of supporting the Villa (I know, why couldn't I have started following them a year earlier), I've seen us win the League Cup 3 times (Missed one Wembley final, shame on me), league at Highbury and the European Cup in Rotterdam, but never the FA Cup. Well, due to a very carefully worded letter and conversation, I have this morning collected 3 x £70 tickets for Block 551 for my 2 sons and me. I have had to pay £100 returnable bonds per ticket dependent on my returning the tickets after use to prove that I haven't sold them on for a profit. Not a bloody chance, I have waited this long, my 2 sons are as excited as me, we've got the train and hotel booked for Saturday night and intend to paint London Claret & Blue following our famous victory. This is our year, it's written in the stars, the water, my water, your water and will be in Sunday morning 31st May's papers. Goodbye Rochdale, Hello London, prepare yourself, you ain't seen nothing like the Mighty Villa !!!
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Tickets have arrived, mini bus is sorted. My only worry now is every Villa fan I've spoken to plus every message on FB and possibly everybody on here thinks we're going to win. Mainly, not because we're better than Arsenal, it feels like nobody wants to face the alternative, including me. For the past 3 Wembley appearances where we've lost it's been a case of oh well let's enjoy the day/weekend but this time it feels different in that if we do lose it'll be bloody miserable for a good while afterwards. We're 6-1 to win the game in 90 minutes and yet everyone seems so confident! Maybe it's because I'm getting older and the realisation hits you that you might not see us in another final. My son's going to his first FA cup final and he's 11. I was 35 when I went to mine. I keep imagining the scenes if we win, I'm trying not to imagine them if we lose but I think either way there will be tears.
I realised the other day that the reason I'm not afraid of thinking we're going to win, is that somehow 'The Sherwood Way' has taken away my fear of losing. I know that we'll turn up, and have a go. It's not turning up that is really disappointing, and I know that we will turn up.
I think that's why everyone just went so zen after Southampton - our worst fears were realised,and we looked around and we were still in one piece, the fans were still singing, the players were applauding us off, we were still Aston Villa, together. Somehow, as we were leaving the ground, there was a sense it was all going to be OK, and 2 hours later it was.
I think that's what he's done, I don't know how long it can last, but right now, the fear has gone - and I think it runs right through the club. I'm going to enjoy the good stuff, & feeling fearless for as long as it lasts, because the bad stuff doesn't feel any less bad when it happens because you dreaded it.
Amfy that was beautiful. I'm delirious right now with stress and lack of sleep but this made me tear up. Perfectly summed up my thoughts after the game.
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I see your point nodge and the worst thing is is that I fear even thinking of it going wrong. That's the reason as much as anything I won't pay through the teeth to get to the game. I fear the worst more than I'd love the emotion of lifting the Cup.
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Win or lose, and of course it will be a win, I just hope after 2000, we actually put on a performance, that day from 3 on wards was just horrible, I would not mind if Chavski had even played well themselves, but they did'nt and there tossers of supporters did not even know how to celebrate it.
I always remember walking up Wembley High Street after the game and they were in a Witherspoons or something, just sat there, I said to a copper outside, "What a bunch of wankers" he was stood next to a lamp post "If we had won today you would be trying to nick me for singing at the top of my voice on top of that lamp post" he smiled and said "I know tossers everyone of them" in a Brummie accent.
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Do any France-based posters know who is broadcasting the game over here? Bein Sports have been doing so but they make no mention of it at all on their website.
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I think that's why everyone just went so zen after Southampton - our worst fears were realised,and we looked around and we were still in one piece, the fans were still singing, the players were applauding us off, we were still Aston Villa, together. Somehow, as we were leaving the ground, there was a sense it was all going to be OK, and 2 hours later it was.
There's a book in that... "Zen and the art of watching Aston Villa"
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Time for a poll: Winners or losers?
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Time for a poll: Winners or losers?
Poll added
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Quote from: Gerrin on May 19, 2015, 04:13:34 PM
BBC devoting a whole day's coverage to it!
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/32801726
The programming will include (all times BST):
BBC Breakfast (06:30-10:00, BBC One)
FA Cup Rewind: Classic Finals (08:30-09:30, BBC Two)
MOTD Kickabout (09:30-10:00, BBC Two)
Saturday Kitchen ( 10:00-11:30, BBC One)
FA Cup 50 Greatest Moments (10:00-12:00, BBC Two)
Fighting Talk (11:00-12:00, Radio 5 live)
Football Focus (12:10-13:00, BBC One)
Gary Lineker on the Road to FA Cup Glory (BBC One, 13:00-14:00)
FA Cup TOTP 2 (14:05-14:30, BBC One)
Pointless FA Cup Special (14:30-15:20, BBC One)
The Road to Wembley (15:25-15:55, BBC One)
MOTD LIVE: FA Cup Final Build Up (15:55-17:15, BBC One)
MOTD LIVE: Arsenal v Aston Villa (17:15-19:50, BBC One)
5 live Sport: FA Cup Final: Arsenal v Aston Villa (12:00-19:30, Radio 5 live)
MOTD: FA Cup Final highlights (22:50-23:25, BBC One)
No "It's a knockout"? Very dissapointing.
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Oops - just remembered Stuart Hall presented it and I spelt disappointing wrong!
Pretty confident - hotel booked for the Charity Shield (I am in London the day before, though, for The Jam exhibition at Somerset House and The Kinks musical so the hotel room will get used anyway!)
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Had to wave my ticket off at the post office earlier, as I'm away on holiday for the final. Was genuinely in bits, as I think this is our year. The chance for me to complete the full house of trophies in my lifetime.
At least my DNA will be in the ground, having kissed the ticket good luck. And my oldest school mate has been tasked with cheering us home.
Meanwhile, in a bar 6,189 miles away in Peru, I'm going to be making one hell of a racket.
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BBC devoting a whole day's coverage to it!
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/32801726
The programming will include (all times BST):
BBC Breakfast (06:30-10:00, BBC One)
FA Cup Rewind: Classic Finals (08:30-09:30, BBC Two)
MOTD Kickabout (09:30-10:00, BBC Two)
Saturday Kitchen ( 10:00-11:30, BBC One)
FA Cup 50 Greatest Moments (10:00-12:00, BBC Two)
Fighting Talk (11:00-12:00, Radio 5 live)
Football Focus (12:10-13:00, BBC One)
Gary Lineker on the Road to FA Cup Glory (BBC One, 13:00-14:00)
FA Cup TOTP 2 (14:05-14:30, BBC One)
Pointless FA Cup Special (14:30-15:20, BBC One)
The Road to Wembley (15:25-15:55, BBC One)
MOTD LIVE: FA Cup Final Build Up (15:55-17:15, BBC One)
MOTD LIVE: Arsenal v Aston Villa (17:15-19:50, BBC One)
5 live Sport: FA Cup Final: Arsenal v Aston Villa (12:00-19:30, Radio 5 live)
MOTD: FA Cup Final highlights (22:50-23:25, BBC One)
No special on Stevie G? It's his birthday and the nation will want to know what he's up to.
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I hope Stevie is staring at eh TV blankly with a tear in his eye as Fabian collects the cup...
UTV
The Doc
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No special on Stevie G? It's his birthday and the nation will want to know what he's up to.
I'm pretty sure he'll be mentioned somewhere, other than in the Semi-Final, as the Beeb can't help themselves, esp. in all that "build up coverage" which is a bit of an overkill.
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Born in 1961 so this is the one I haven't been there in the flesh to see us win. Its on my bucket list and I have got this sneaky feeling we will pull it off.
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Both teams to score 21/20 best price also evens offered in places. Great shout.
Expecting goals like last years final and a dramatic day. For me I truly believe players want it so much that will mean AVFC will outscore and win the FA cup. :-)
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Both teams to score 21/20 best price also evens offered in places. Great shout.
Expecting goals like last years final and a dramatic day. For me I truly believe players want it so much that will mean AVFC will outscore and win the FA cup. :-)
Lets hope they want it more than did on Saturday.
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No special on Stevie G? It's his birthday and the nation will want to know what he's up to.
I'm pretty sure he'll be mentioned somewhere, other than in the Semi-Final, as the Beeb can't help themselves, esp. in all that "build up coverage" which is a bit of an overkill.
BBC1, Tuesday 26th, 10:45pm. Gary Lineker on the Road to FA Cup Glory. To celebrate the return of the FA Cup to the BBC, Gary Lineker talks to the players who made their mark in the competition. Among them is Steven Gerrard ...
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Do any France-based posters know who is broadcasting the game over here? Bein Sports have been doing so but they make no mention of it at all on their website.
Bein will be showing it but they only release their schedule for a week in advance.
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Wankers. I thought they would be but they're not making a point of advertising it. Cheers pw.
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they usually put everything and everything on and just about any game possible. In a a bar last week and whilst the Sunday games were being shown one small telly in the corner had Rangers v Queen of the South. it'll be on.
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800 extra tickets going on sale Friday morning, for those with a 5+ game booking history.
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800 extra tickets going on sale Friday morning, for those with a 5+ game booking history.
If any kindly soul can help me out to a ticket that would be great please.
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Sorry to appear too mercenary, but are there any long distance fans who can't make it to VP on Friday, who meet the criteria, who'd be kind enough to use their ref?. Me and one son have got one, but need one for the other son. Thanks in advance.
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800 extra tickets going on sale Friday morning, for those with a 5+ game booking history.
Where have these 800 extra tickets magically appeared from?
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Does a semi final ticket count towards the required 5 game booking history? Thanks
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Or, if you've got more than one ref that fits the bill, I'll queue up overnight for you, in exchange for buying one of the tickets off you.
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Does a semi final ticket count towards the required 5 game booking history? Thanks
Yes they do mate.
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I wonder who David O'Leary will be supporting on the big day. You know, divided loyalties and all that?
Yet another good reason to win.
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I don't know where the extra are from, the Villa site just says 'The FA'. Not to be ungrateful, but me and the missus are two blocks apart from one another and were happy to get that. Now it appears we could have waited a week and sat together.
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Does a semi final ticket count towards the required 5 game booking history? Thanks
Yes they do mate.
Thanks - looks like an early start tomorrow then!
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Does a semi final ticket count towards the required 5 game booking history? Thanks
Yes they do mate.
Thanks - looks like an early start tomorrow then!
They go on sale on Friday, not tomorrow.
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I don't know where the extra are from, the Villa site just says 'The FA'. Not to be ungrateful, but me and the missus are two blocks apart from one another and were happy to get that. Now it appears we could have waited a week and sat together.
Yep completely understand...but you weren't to know this would happen. Might be worth a trip down the ticket office and a polite word if you could exchange your tickets for 2 next to each other? I'm pretty sure a sob story like she's pregnant and you want to sit together as a family might work...just don't let them charge you for a third ticket!
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I think we'll probably leave it tbh, hers is category 3 and mine 4 so it would probably get very complicated. Incidentally, my other half's ticket arrived today, so one of us is happy anyway!
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Does a semi final ticket count towards the required 5 game booking history? Thanks
Yes, it does mate.
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While i'm delighted for all the extra folks who get to go now, i'm gutted on a personal level. Due to health and finances, my sister can rarely get to VP these days, if i'd known it would go this low I could have stuck my last few games on a reference and got it to qualify instead of sticking them on my own. Gutted!
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Does a semi final ticket count towards the required 5 game booking history? Thanks
Yes they do mate.
Thanks - looks like an early start tomorrow then!
They go on sale on Friday, not tomorrow.
You shouldn't have told him. At least he would have been first in the queue.
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I'm not as mean as you Clamps me old mucker.
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This must have been covered elsewhere on this thread, so apologies in advance, but is it possible to assign one client ref to another if they are for separate games? I appear to have got more than one client ref somehow.
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This must have been covered elsewhere on this thread, so apologies in advance, but is it possible to assign one client ref to another if they are for separate games? I appear to have got more than one client ref somehow.
Yes mate. They'll just merge the accounts, so long as they're both in your name.
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This must have been covered elsewhere on this thread, so apologies in advance, but is it possible to assign one client ref to another if they are for separate games? I appear to have got more than one client ref somehow.
Yes mate. They'll just merge the accounts, so long as they're both in your name.
Cheers. That leaves me with three. Hmm. I wonder if that's worth a night on the pavement?
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Looking forward to seeing Prince William going mental as we bang in our 4th goal, nutting the bloke next to him and handing Fabian the FA Cup. Off course the Mail have a different spin and talks about him handing it to Arsenal. That's the as ever pro Villa Birmingham Mail.
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I got given a bottle of 1995 Midleton very rare Irish Whiskey
Numbered boxed and signed by the master distiller Barry Crockett
This was back in 1995, and I said at the time I would break it open when we won the FA cup
Anyway remembering this I got it out the other day ready for the big day should it all go well, only problem is having checked on tinternet it's now worth £300-£400
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Does a semi final ticket count towards the required 5 game booking history? Thanks
Yes they do mate.
Thanks - looks like an early start tomorrow then!
They go on sale on Friday, not tomorrow.
You shouldn't have told him. At least he would have been first in the queue.
I'm keen, but not that keen
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I'm telling you if we can avoid defending like 10 yr old girls we can beat this arsenal team. Two options against them: a) men behind ball and break a la Sunderland, Swansea, Monaco or b) really press into them a la Man U.
I'm not sure we're suited to the first tho!
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I wonder who David O'Leary will be supporting on the big day. You know, divided loyalties and all that?
Yet another good reason to win.
And Martin Keown. Mind you he works for BBC1 so he will spend the all-day cup final coverage mentioning Man United.
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I'll be queuing early tomorrow although haven't got a clue how many tickets are left!
I'm desperately hunting for a spare client ref no for 7+ games for a ticket for my Son. Is there any kind hearted soul out there who can't make it to Wembley and would be prepared to pass on their client ref? Here's hoping!
Off to try and get some shut eye now before heading down to VP early. Have had no luck with the extra client ref no but still have everything crossed. If anyone has one please PM me and I'll pick up in the early hours! Will make a donation to H&V site if manage to get the extra ticket! Thanks everyone and good luck to all ticket hunters for tomorrow. :) :) :)
Being unsuccessful last week, hopefully got a last chance now with the extra 800 tickets going on sale Friday!!! Please, is there anyone with a 5 game client ref they're not using? Cheers! VTID
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Who voted Arsenal in the fcuking poll????
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I'm not jinxing us by voting on this one.
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I'm telling you if we can avoid defending like 10 yr old girls we can beat this arsenal team. Two options against them: a) men behind ball and break a la Sunderland, Swansea, Monaco or b) really press into them a la Man U.
I'm not sure we're suited to the first tho!
Just about to post something similar...Sunderland and Swansea have shown how to stop Arsenal winning by parking the bus with 11 men behind the ball and having luck on their side, and if they had better quality up front then they may have won on the counter. If we try and play like that then I think Arsenal will have a field day, so I'd go for closing them down, pressuring them and getting in their faces...they are dodgy at best at the back so the goals will come.
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Of our last two the signed for sticker was ripped off and the grey plastic envelope was just shoved through the door. All tickets correct inside though.
With the scarves I was hoping they would be given out at the turnstiles but if they are being laid out then I hope people don't grab as many as they can as was unfortunately the case in some areas with the 2000 'last game at Wembley' pennants. Those arriving late didn't get one as selfish people grabbed 2 or 3.
I was at the 2000 final and I never saw a pennant
I still have my pennant inside my programme.
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I have a few hundred pennants for sale that I swiped off seats early on.
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I still have my pennant inside my programme.
Same here, but I'd forgotten about it till you mentioned it.
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I'm telling you if we can avoid defending like 10 yr old girls we can beat this arsenal team. Two options against them: a) men behind ball and break a la Sunderland, Swansea, Monaco or b) really press into them a la Man U.
I'm not sure we're suited to the first tho!
Swansea did win and Sunderland should have. But I just don't think we've got anything like the defensive shape or concentration to do that
Just about to post something similar...Sunderland and Swansea have shown how to stop Arsenal winning by parking the bus with 11 men behind the ball and having luck on their side, and if they had better quality up front then they may have won on the counter. If we try and play like that then I think Arsenal will have a field day, so I'd go for closing them down, pressuring them and getting in their faces...they are dodgy at best at the back so the goals will come.
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I'm telling you if we can avoid defending like 10 yr old girls we can beat this arsenal team. Two options against them: a) men behind ball and break a la Sunderland, Swansea, Monaco or b) really press into them a la Man U.
I'm not sure we're suited to the first tho!
Swansea did win and Sunderland should have. But I just don't think we've got anything like the defensive shape or concentration to do that
Just about to post something similar...Sunderland and Swansea have shown how to stop Arsenal winning by parking the bus with 11 men behind the ball and having luck on their side, and if they had better quality up front then they may have won on the counter. If we try and play like that then I think Arsenal will have a field day, so I'd go for closing them down, pressuring them and getting in their faces...they are dodgy at best at the back so the goals will come.
I think it's severely underestimating Arsenal's defence to label them as "dodgy at best" at the back. They conceded 2 away at Chelsea, 1 at United, and 0 at City. Mertesacker and Koscielny are both quality CBs, and Ramsey/Coquelin are both very diligent defensively. Debuchy, Gibbs and Monreal are all pretty decent as well.
Certainly, there are things to expose: especially the Benteke/Delph/Grealish triangle if Bellerin starts at RB for them. But I don't think we should be lured into a shootout with them. The longer we keep the score at 0-0, the better shot we have.
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Who voted Arsenal in the fcuking poll????
Somebody that voted with his head and not his heart.
Prefer to think, he clicked the wrong button :)
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I'm telling you if we can avoid defending like 10 yr old girls we can beat this arsenal team. Two options against them: a) men behind ball and break a la Sunderland, Swansea, Monaco or b) really press into them a la Man U.
I'm not sure we're suited to the first tho!
Swansea did win and Sunderland should have. But I just don't think we've got anything like the defensive shape or concentration to do that
Just about to post something similar...Sunderland and Swansea have shown how to stop Arsenal winning by parking the bus with 11 men behind the ball and having luck on their side, and if they had better quality up front then they may have won on the counter. If we try and play like that then I think Arsenal will have a field day, so I'd go for closing them down, pressuring them and getting in their faces...they are dodgy at best at the back so the goals will come.
I think it's severely underestimating Arsenal's defence to label them as "dodgy at best" at the back. They conceded 2 away at Chelsea, 1 at United, and 0 at City. Mertesacker and Koscielny are both quality CBs, and Ramsey/Coquelin are both very diligent defensively. Debuchy, Gibbs and Monreal are all pretty decent as well.
Certainly, there are things to expose: especially the Benteke/Delph/Grealish triangle if Bellerin starts at RB for them. But I don't think we should be lured into a shootout with them. The longer we keep the score at 0-0, the better shot we have.
Completely forgot Swansea grabbed a late winner. I was watching the game and I've developed a bad habit of falling asleep watching other teams on tv!
With regards to Arsenal being dodgy at the back...I think Mertesacker and Koscielny are the weak link in that team and always seem liable to make a mistake even if rarely punished. Mertesacker is particularly slow and Koscielny seems particularly liable to committing fowls, and they are fortunate to have a strong attacking midfield in front of them so they are not so exposed. Dont get me wrong, they would both walk into our lineup but if I was TS then I'd be targeting Mertesacker and Koscielny rather than down the wings...and it just so happens that we have the ideal man up front to exploit them. On the other hand...I may be talking complete Arse!
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I have a few hundred pennants for sale that I swiped off seats early on.
Swap you with some Petrov masks (Wigan)!
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I was selling the fanzine outside the away end that day so I sent RedSox in early to make sure he got me a Petrov mask. Poor RedSox has to get tat for me and put up with a scarf out the window when we do away games. He loves me as a passenger!
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I was selling the fanzine outside the away end that day so I sent RedSox in early to make sure he got me a Petrov mask. Poor RedSox has to get tat for me and put up with a scarf out the window when we do away games. He loves me as a passenger!
great work PWS :)
UTV
The Doc
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I was selling the fanzine outside the away end that day so I sent RedSox in early to make sure he got me a Petrov mask. Poor RedSox has to get tat for me and put up with a scarf out the window when we do away games. He loves me as a passenger!
That reminds me, do you need any tat brought back from the States next month ?
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A long shot I know but if anyone knows of a client ref with 5 games I could have for tomorrow I would be extremely extremely grateful. I have a mate who's been to a few games but didn't have the games assigned to a ref no. Yours in hope, villabear. Mods feel free to move if appropriate.
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I was selling the fanzine outside the away end that day so I sent RedSox in early to make sure he got me a Petrov mask. Poor RedSox has to get tat for me and put up with a scarf out the window when we do away games. He loves me as a passenger!
That reminds me, do you need any tat brought back from the States next month ?
But of course.
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Only eight more sleeps!
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I was sitting in the office this morning having the first brew of the day when I overheard two blokes talking about their failure to get a ticket. I think it hit me then that not only are we really, really about to play in an FA Cup Final, but somehow, I've got a ticket to see it.
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I was sitting in the office this morning having the first brew of the day when I overheard two blokes talking about their failure to get a ticket. I think it hit me then that not only are we really, really about to play in an FA Cup Final, but somehow, I've got a ticket to see it.
Trying not to think about it, starting to feel seriously nervous now.
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Only eight more sleeps!
Two and a bit, more like. Tonight, tomorrow, get Burnley out the way. Gotta be honest, it still feels like it's not properly sunk in with me yet, so I envisage waking up in the middle of Sunday night in a bit of a flap, shouting "Fuuuuuuuck, we're in the bastard Cup Final!!" at the top of my voice, and that being it for a week.
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On the actual game
I think both teams have decent fire power, both main strikers can score either team or individual goals - actually against Giroud I think we have better in the beast.
Both Keepers can be good / ropey in equal measures
Both defences are weak and can / will concede, ours is shambolic at times and theirs open to exploitation by pace and width.
The key is the centre
They have (if they turn up) a world class set up - let them play football and they can wipe the floor with anyone - the answer is high energy pressing not allowing them time on the ball.
Our midfield is full of youthful energy with Delph and Cleverly leading the league in output and ground coverage
I am rambling now as I am just soooooo excited
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Still disappointed cattermole didn't injure Sánchez for three weeks. Useless idiot
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Danny Wellbeck looks like he'll be missing the final. Now just the other key players.
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The dreaming has started. Last night it was a Benteke header that was fumbled into the net by the Arsenal keeper. Can't remember the rest but we won 2-1.
I'm really enjoying this period. Being so far away I don't have the continuous reminders that you fellas so I forget and then suddenly remember "oh fuck, the Villa are in the Cup Final". And I get another little kick out of it.
I don't want it to end in a way. I almost don't want the final to come just In case the worst happens........
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I have just obtained a ticket in Block 532, entrance P: does anyone know if this is a Villa section?
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Send it to me and I'll let you know
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I have just obtained a ticket in Block 532, entrance P: does anyone know if this is a Villa section?
Yep. Upper tier corner flag.
View from Block 532 (http://www.wembleystadium.com/TheStadium/ViewFromYourSeat.aspx#seat:532|event:sports)
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From AVFC.co,uk
Villa's additional FA Cup final allocation has now sold out.
We will have 25,000 fans cheering us on at Wembley as we look to get the better of Arsenal in the showpiece on Saturday May 30, kick-off 5.30pm.
Villa have beaten Blackpool, Bournemouth, Leicester, West Brom and Liverpool to reach this stage of the world's most prestigious cup competition.
The last time we emerged victorious was 1957 and Tim Sherwood is eager to lead his team to honours as the campaign draws to a close.
Thanks to all our fans for their co-operation during this very busy time for the ticket office.
Enjoy your day at Wembley.
We ask that you don't now call-up looking to purchase tickets for the FA Cup final.
We thank you for your co-operation in this matter.
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Arsene Wenger picks three Aston Villa dangermen for FA Cup final
http://hereisthecity.com/en-gb/2015/05/22/arsene-wenger-picks-three-aston-villa-dangermen-for-fa-cup-final/
Arsenal will face Premier League rivals Aston Villa in the final of the FA Cup at London’s Wembley Stadium later this month.
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has identified three Aston Villa players who pose a threat to his side in the FA Cup final, as per quotes published in The Mirror.
The Gunners will take on their Premier League rivals in the final of the prestigious cup competition at London’s Wembley Stadium on Saturday, May 30.
“They have Benteke up front who can score goals and is very dangerous on crosses,” Wenger told beIN Sports, as reported by The Mirror.
“They are quick on counter-attacks. They have young players like Grealish who look formidable as well. In midfield, Delph is a very influential midfielder so they can be a very dangerous team.”
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Arsene Wenger picks three Aston Villa dangermen for FA Cup final
http://hereisthecity.com/en-gb/2015/05/22/arsene-wenger-picks-three-aston-villa-dangermen-for-fa-cup-final/
Arsenal will face Premier League rivals Aston Villa in the final of the FA Cup at London’s Wembley Stadium later this month.
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has identified three Aston Villa players who pose a threat to his side in the FA Cup final, as per quotes published in The Mirror.
The Gunners will take on their Premier League rivals in the final of the prestigious cup competition at London’s Wembley Stadium on Saturday, May 30.
“They have Benteke up front who can score goals and is very dangerous on crosses,” Wenger told beIN Sports, as reported by The Mirror.
“They are quick on counter-attacks. They have young players like Grealish who look formidable as well. In midfield, Delph is a very influential midfielder so they can be a very dangerous team.”
So Wenger has identified Benteke, Delph and Grealish as the dangers
See that's what you get by being a sharp as fuck football manager
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I'd drop Benteke, Delph and Grealish now. That'll fox him.
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That was my thinking, I'd play Weimann, Cole and Cissokho.
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Stick young Rushian in midfield, that'll fool Professor Yaffle.
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I'd play young Graham Fenton.
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Or Young Mr Grace.
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It's just dawned on me that the answer to, "Do you think Villa can win the FA Cup?" in my BBC interview on Wednesday should have been, "Do you want to bet against us?" instead of my original response. Kicks self repeatedly.
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Well done to all those who got tickets. If anyone somehow ends up with a surplus one i'll be happy to help out.
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It's just dawned on me that the answer to, "Do you think Villa can win the FA Cup?" in my BBC interview on Wednesday should have been, "Do you want to bet against us?" instead of my original response. Kicks self repeatedly.
[/quotIt's just dawned on me that the answer to, "Do you think Villa can win the FA Cup?" in my BBC interview on Wednesday should have been, "Do you want to bet against us?" instead of my original response. Kicks self repeatedly.
2 things.
PWS has nicked Professor Yaffle but it is a good likeness
"Do you want to bet against us?"
Dint worry Leeg, I loomed into the camera and did that!
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The Players had their suit fitting at Harvey Nicks today.
"Ooooh suits you Sir!" etc etc
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The Players had their suit fitting at Harvey Nicks today.
"Ooooh suits you Sir!" etc etc
What happened to Ciro Citterio?
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The Players had their suit fitting at Harvey Nicks today.
"Ooooh suits you Sir!" etc etc
What happened to Ciro Citterio?
Went the same way as Kensington Freak I assume.
I also assume Small Heath went to Suits Plus. Two suits for a ton.
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The Players had their suit fitting at Harvey Nicks today.
"Ooooh suits you Sir!" etc etc
What happened to Ciro Citterio?
Went the same way as Kensington Freak I assume.
And Jonathan Silver
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The Players had their suit fitting at Harvey Nicks today.
"Ooooh suits you Sir!" etc etc
What happened to Ciro Citterio?
Went the same way as Kensington Freak I assume.
I also assume Small Heath went to Suits Plus. Two suits for a ton.
Wasn't it a ton of suits for £2?
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On Monday, think I will really, really start to get excited. I don't normally do looking forward to events too much in advance.
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Starting to get excited too.
It will get worse when I put up a `We Will Be Closed On Saturday Notice` at work on Monday.
It will be in claret & blue and sign of with UTV.
That should upset my city supporting customers.
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Since the semi final I have been going around saying "I don't care if we don't win it I am delighted we are in the final" however today I want to WIN it and badly. By Monday I will have stomach churning anxiety and be a nervous wreck by Friday. If escalators are not working my legs will feel hollow climbing up those steps to the upper tier on Saturday. I will utter nervous words whilst making weak gestures as I walk up to the seat. When I get there I will look around at the mass of Villains and feel so enormously proud, regain my composure and stand there with steely determination THIS CUP IS OURS ...OURS!
I want this Cup badly
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I've been thinking about this game since June 20th 1959 for some reason the 2000 final passed me by.
Don't think I was this excited for anderlecht or Bayern Munich or any other big game possibly because as a kid in his 20s you thought it will come again and again.
Everything is laid out ready for the big day socks pants jeans t shirt scarf with 3 tickets on top for me and my son and daughter.its going to be just absolutely magical we turned up the volume for Olbion then a bit more for Liverpool now one last time for arsenal.
There might be 11 on the pitch but the 25,000 in the stands will be playing there part to
Come on villa give me your finest hour
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I'm 42 years old , have 4 beautiful kids, I really shouldn't be so bothered, but this feels so important.... I cannot wait. Kids are all away this week. When they come home they will see their home in Leyland draped in claret and blue. We will then drive to london, I will be stressed but will get there in plenty of time, park at hotel , enjoy a few drinks with villa songs ringing, get in wembley as doors open and see fab lift the cup a few blocks away. Sunday will be spend in London wearing claret and blue proud as fuck.
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I'm telling you if we can avoid defending like 10 yr old girls we can beat this arsenal team. Two options against them: a) men behind ball and break a la Sunderland, Swansea, Monaco or b) really press into them a la Man U.
I'm not sure we're suited to the first tho!
Just about to post something similar...Sunderland and Swansea have shown how to stop Arsenal winning by parking the bus with 11 men behind the ball and having luck on their side, and if they had better quality up front then they may have won on the counter. If we try and play like that then I think Arsenal will have a field day, so I'd go for closing them down, pressuring them and getting in their faces...they are dodgy at best at the back so the goals will come.
fuck that mate. Shit or bust! I'm travelling from aus for this- I just want to see us have a fucking go and put that 2000 nightmare to rest. Be gutted if we lose obviously, but not even thinking about anything other than a villa win. We have to get stuck in, run them ragged and force a result. No cagey bullshit- one off game against a side that's also been found out a few times this season. It's our year!
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Exactly. I think TS made the mistake and learned at Man Utd that we don't have the players capable of sitting back and defending which is why he's had us playing on the front foot and going at teams. We also leak far too many late goals so I can only hope we are a few goals clear by the last 10 minutes.
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I think that's right. But with our defensive injuries and players who've been out, that's making me nervous.
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Exactly. I think TS made the mistake and learned at Man Utd that we don't have the players capable of sitting back and defending which is why he's had us playing on the front foot and going at teams. We also leak far too many late goals so I can only hope we are a few goals clear by the last 10 minutes.
If we're leading going into the last ten minutes my nerves will only take it if we're up by at least 4.
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Signed up for Bein Sports HD France. No commitment after the first month. €13 but only paid the pro rata charge of €6 as we are well into May. Can cancel on 1st June.
Game sorted! It's almost like getting a ticket for Wemberley.
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The Players had their suit fitting at Harvey Nicks today.
"Ooooh suits you Sir!" etc etc
What happened to Ciro Citterio?
Went the same way as Kensington Freak I assume.
I also assume Small Heath went to Suits Plus. Two suits for a ton.
I always assumed Small Heath players just wore their best suit that was normally only used for court appearances.
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Which 15 cun*s voted for Arsenal?!
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Which 15 cun*s voted for Arsenal?!
Stop it. You shouldn't be calling fellow H&Vers that ...unless of course they are bandits from Small Heath or Smethwick.
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Aston Villa hero Peter McParland still feeling blows of 1957 FA Cup final
The 81-year-old was seen as both hero and villain when he collided with Manchester United’s Ray Wood before scoring twice in a 2-1 win, but is now set on a return to Wembley in the hope that Villa can repeat the victory of 58 years ago
(http://i.guim.co.uk/static/w-620/h--/q-95/sys-images/Sport/Pix/columnists/2015/5/21/1432224441246/Peter-McParland-007.jpg)
Peter McParland, left, scores his second goal for Villa past United’s stand-in goalkeeper Jackie Blanchflower in the 1957 final. Photograph: Colorsport/Rex Shutterstock
Ian Malin
Saturday 23 May 2015 15.25 BST
Next Saturday morning Peter McParland will say goodbye to his wife Carol, leave home in Bournemouth and later in the day take his seat at Wembley Stadium. The man born 81 years ago in the granite town of Newry, County Down, will not be recognised by Arsenal supporters at the FA Cup final and only Aston Villa followers of a certain age can still recall the Northern Irishman’s exploits at the ground on a sunny day in May 1957.
McParland can claim to be the greatest winger in Aston Villa’s history. He may now also be the grand old club’s greatest fan, and he is a living reminder of the days when the FA Cup, which many now consider an annoying distraction from the money-driven Premier League, was at the heart of people’s lives and the final the most important date on football’s calendar. The 1957 final between Aston Villa and Manchester United’s “Busby Babes” certainly shaped McParland’s life.
That day, the seventh and last time Villa won the Cup, is remembered as one of the most controversial finals. It is not often that a player scores two goals, as McParland did 58 years ago in Villa’s 2-1 win against the newly crowned champions, and for the next few months be opening poison-pen letters. But that was McParland’s fate after his collision with Ray Wood after six minutes left United’s goalkeeper with a fractured cheekbone and suffering from concussion. In those days before substitutes, United were forced to move Jackie Blanchflower from centre-half into goal and Wood was a passenger on the wing for the rest of the match. McParland scored two scorching goals after the break and Tommy Taylor’s late header was not enough for United, who saw their dreams of the Double end in cruel fashion.
It was then that Roger Byrne, United’s captain, uttered 10 unbearably sad words that made the day so poignant. “Never mind. We’ll be back to do it next year.” Nine months later, though, the hopes of the club destined to become the greatest England had ever seen were destroyed in the slush on the runaway of Munich’s old airport. Tommy Taylor was one of those who died. Ray Wood suffered terrible head injuries but survived.
The catastrophe of Munich should have put McParland’s shoulder charge on Wood into some kind of perspective. McParland’s charge was not illegal in those days when goalkeepers were given less protection by referees but McParland is still vilified in some quarters. Even the sober-minded social historian David Kynaston passes judgment in his enthralling recent volume Modernity Britain. Kynaston writes: “On 4 May the unfairest, most unreconstructed of Cup finals saw United lose their goalkeeper Ray Wood to a cynical assault by Aston Villa’s Peter McParland (‘one of those things that can happen in football’, the TV commentator Kenneth Wolstenholme reassured the nation), play most of the match with effectively 10 men and eventually go down 2-1 with a brace for McParland.”
Not surprisingly McParland sees things in a more reflective light. “Down the years when people have bought up the incident and reminded me I was the player who crashed into the United goalkeeper and then scored two goals, I say that: ‘No. I’m the player who won an FA Cup winner’s medal.’ Of course it was unfortunate what happened to Ray but after the game in the dressing room and among all the celebrations we spoke together and Ray had no hard feelings.
“I came in for criticism partly because a photograph after the collision seems to show me smiling. But I was actually grimacing in pain. Wembley was going round and round and I thought my game was finished. I saw Ray a lot in the years that followed and we played together for a time in Toronto. Yes, what happened at Munich put the incident into perspective. Later in the year Northern Ireland were back at Wembley where we beat England 3-2. That was astonishing but despite everything the Cup final was my greatest memory. It was your bread and butter and there was a special feeling to win with your friends who you were side by side with week in, week out. Like this year, Villa went into the game as underdogs, perhaps 3-1 outsiders. United were hot favourites but we were confident. In the sixth round we were drawn at Burnley, the hardest team in the country. I remember the BBC showing the draw live on telly. I was eating my tea and I nearly choked on my sausage. After we’d beaten them in a replay we had no fears of anyone.
“I’ll be going to Wembley this Saturday. I went to the semi-final there against Liverpool and I’ve supported Villa since I was about 10. Of that 1957 team only Nigel Sims [the goalkeeper] and Jackie Sewell are still alive, so I could be on my own. Stan Crowther was the last of the side to die a year ago. But I still go to Villa games regularly and theirs is the first result I look for, and I’m always biting my nails on Saturday afternoons. After I saw them last September I was convinced they would go down but Tim Sherwood seems to have added a spark that hadn’t been there for what had been a couple of miserable seasons and if we play like we did against Liverpool we have a chance. They’ll certainly have to play better than they did against Southampton, though. I went to St Mary’s and they were comically bad.
“Villa were the only team I ever wanted to play for. My father, John, left Northern Ireland during the war to work in a factory in Birmingham and he got me interested in them. At 15 I had a trial with Dundalk, just across the border, and at 16 I got into the first team as a 30-bob-a-week amateur.
“I began working as an apprentice coppersmith at the rail works in Dundalk and when I was 17 I went to Birmingham with a Newry boys’ club to play a Birmingham side, Shamrock Rovers. In 1952 we visited Villa Park and the Villa manager, George Martin, asked our manager if we had any promising players. I suddenly found myself playing against the Villa first-teamers. Villa signed me. Dundalk wanted £5,000 and Villa paid them £3,800 and I began on £12 a week with a £10 signing-on fee.”
In a strange coincidence, Harry Gregg, who replaced Wood in the United goal in the autumn of 1957 for a then record fee for a goalkeeper of £23,500, remains a close friend of McParland’s, the two having regular phone conversations. Gregg and McParland are two of five players who are still alive from the Northern Ireland side that played in the 1958 World Cup finals in Sweden and Gregg, too, survived the Munich disaster. And on Saturday the only surviving member of United’s team from the 1957 final is sure to be watching the game on a screen somewhere. Bobby Charlton was only 19 then and, like McParland, will be remembering all those absent friends.
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Just saw the first BBC advert for the final...it's really happening isn't it?
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Just saw the first BBC advert for the final...it's really happening isn't it?
I hope so, I've been right royally scammed £92 for a useless ticket if it isn't!
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I'll take it off your hands for £100. That way you'll be quids in if it isn't for real.
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I'll take it off your hands for £100. That way you'll be quids in if it isn't for real.
Thanks, but I'll risk it...
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Christ I hope we're all in a good mood this time next week. Please God!
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I'll be in a limo snorting coke off a stripper's tits this time next week. I may have a proper party as well when we win.
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I've been waiting for an FA Cup win all my life. Please make it happen, just please!
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My cousin and her husband (with whom I went to Primary School, small world...) were at VP the other day when the 800 extra allocation was being sold. They got there at 6am and there were 200 in front of them.
By 10am they had secured their £120 tickets. I had asked them to get me one if possible but no such luck.
In other news, it appears that their 8 year-old has been "watched" by the Villa a couple of times. When he makes his debut at VP I will be there ;-)
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Christ I hope we're all in a good mood this time next week. Please God!
I'll fly over for the parade. Glory hunter me...
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I see our old friends Athletic Bilbao are also in the Spanish final next Saturday as well,
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People saying "well it will be a good day out" are getting short shrift. I tell them I'm not a Baggies fan!
I want to win this fooking thing and not have "a nice day out" - don't fuck about Villa - WIN!
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People saying "well it will be a good day out" are getting short shrift. I tell them I'm not a Baggies fan!
I want to win this fooking thing and not have "a nice day out" - don't fuck about Villa - WIN!
I went to the Man United final a couple of years ago and don't see how it's possible to have a 'good day out' when you're team is on the wrong side of the score.
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I've been waiting for an FA Cup win all my life. Please make it happen, just please!
It is the only massive trophy I have never seen us win. Was at Wembley 1975, 1977, 1994 and 1996 for league cup wins, was at Highbury when Bosko (RIP) won us the league and was at Rotterdam 26/5/1982. Winning next week (even though no ticket) will be amazing, no reason why we cant
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People saying "well it will be a good day out" are getting short shrift. I tell them I'm not a Baggies fan!
I want to win this fooking thing and not have "a nice day out" - don't fuck about Villa - WIN!
I went to the Man United final a couple of years ago and don't see how it's possible to have a 'good day out' when you're team is on the wrong side of the score.
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Exactly! You go to win - I go to see history; to be part of history
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No matter how much I enjoyed stuff before the game, 2000 was one of the worst, if not the worst, Villa day of my life. No fun to be had from losing a final.
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No matter how much I enjoyed stuff before the game, 2000 was one of the worst, if not the worst, Villa day of my life. No fun to be had from losing a final.
I went with a new bird. I had lots of fun. Still, I was pretty miserable afterwards until I saw Craig David back at the hotel. I told him that my girlfriend (now wife) loved him and she'd be really impressed if he came over as if he knew me and said hello. Good as gold he did. "Hello Steve, long time no see, how's it going"?
She was horrified as I replied "Fuck off Craig, can't you see I'm with a bird"?
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calculated I had a 7,500 round trip to 2000 final, lost 4 days work and all other sundry expense. It was shit. didn't feel proud of the team after the game. Hope we give it a go this time at any cost.
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Am proud to say my late dad was a good friend of Peter McParland, he played for Distillery in the Irish league and came over to Brum around the same time
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Hey Silhilvilla hope I aint feeling like that travelling back to Muscat on Tuesday.
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No matter how much I enjoyed stuff before the game, 2000 was one of the worst, if not the worst, Villa day of my life. No fun to be had from losing a final.
I went with a new bird. I had lots of fun. Still, I was pretty miserable afterwards until I saw Craig David back at the hotel. I told him that my girlfriend (now wife) loved him and she'd be really impressed if he came over as if he knew me and said hello. Good as gold he did. "Hello Steve, long time no see, how's it going"?
She was horrified as I replied "Fuck off Craig, can't you see I'm with a bird"?
*applauds*
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I'm not sure why he called you Steve?
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That's his nickname.
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Okore and Given injured and doubts according to WM
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Did baker look match fit today? Imagine he might have played anyway
Petrified about left back position. It can't be zoggy surely! Probably lowton, but why not give him a game there today?
I've just got a nasty feeling the game could be over before we get started if we defend like we've done of late
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The thought of Zog against Theo Walcott or Alexis Sanchez is completely terrifying.
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I was wondering why on earth we didn't play Guzan today. After the last few weeks I wouldn't have an issue with Guzan back in for the final.
You'd imagine Walcott will start next week after his hat trick today and they will target that area relentlessly. Just a shame Cissokho is completely out of favour now as he's still the best defensive full back at the club.
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And Steer is cup tied anyway ?
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Seems pretty clear with Given injured and doubt you could not risk Guzan today ......Steer cup tied .....Guzan picks up an injury ...why would play in goal?
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Yes Steer played for Yeovil. If Given doesn't make it, who would then be the sub keeper?
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Well if Given is out there's no way you risk Guzan today , hence Steer playing ??
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That's definitely what he did I imagine.
Not sure who goes on the bench next week. Emergency loan for petr cech?
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If there is no Given, then we'd have to stick the U18 keeper on the bench I assume.
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I think the current under 18 keeper Charlie Banner is injured at the moment.
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We'd just have to go down through the reserves to the most senior/best keeper that is fit.
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If I remember correctly Peter McParland played in goal for part of a match when Nigel Sims was injured in the fifties and he will be there next Saturday ready for selection!
He can play outside left as well.
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If there is no Given, then we'd have to stick the U18 keeper on the bench I assume.
Eh ? Guzan in goal , steer on bench
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If there is no Given, then we'd have to stick the U18 keeper on the bench I assume.
Eh ? Guzan in goal , steer on bench
Steer is cup tied.
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Well we play like we have the last couple of weeks and we'll lose. Hopefully we won't.
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Kiraly.
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If there is no Given, then we'd have to stick the U18 keeper on the bench I assume.
Eh ? Guzan in goal , steer on bench
Steer is cup tied.
Ah, I see.
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Who would have thought we'd be praying for Kieran Richardson to be fit for the final . .
Still don't really got quite what he's got against cissokho. Move him on maybe. But he's got to be a better bet than our other options
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Isn't Cissoko injured ?
I'd play lowton LB and Hutton RB
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I think it's clear that Sherwood does not rate Cissohko, Lowton, Gil or Weimann as none of them have featured much or at all in weeks.
I hope that Sherwood is playing mind games when saying we'll go toe to toe with them, otherwise we'll be talking in years to come about our naivety. We need to keep things tight, close down the space, hassle them & hit them when we turn the ball over.
Arsenal's players & fans will be confident that they will beat us & in truth they should. But we might just surprise them, nobody gave us a hope against Liverpool.
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I think it's clear that Sherwood does not rate Cissohko, Lowton, Gil or Weimann as none of them have featured much or at all in weeks.
I hope that Sherwood is playing mind games when saying we'll go toe to toe with them, otherwise we'll be talking in years to come about our naivety. We need to keep things tight, close down the space, hassle them & hit them when we turn the ball over.
Arsenal's players & fans will be confident that they will beat us & in truth they should. But we might just surprise them, nobody gave us a hope against Liverpool.
Reading gave them a fright, sure we can.
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Allow their midfield space and we will toil
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On paper they should beat us,
but this is Wembley in the FA cup final so anything is possible
Arsenal are the biggest bottlers in football, even the undead beat them against all the odds,
If they arnt on their game next week we will beat them,
we want it more than them of that I'm certain, fans and players alike and that will count for a lot come Saturday
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Allow their midfield space and we will toil
Could one not post exactly the same thing on an Arsenal forum, though?
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We are due a win...lets hope its that simple and the football Gods are looking favourably on us next weekend.
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Yes Steer played for Yeovil. If Given doesn't make it, who would then be the sub keeper?
I think next in line would be Brad Watkins unless he's cup tied. Failing that Nigel Spink is a handy sub keeper in major cup finals.
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Allow their midfield space and we will toil
Or play like we did in the Semi and so will they.
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If Delph, Cleverley and Westwood play to their very best levels (and Westwood did yesterday) we have a fair chance of winning. If Tim Sherwood plays the successful combination of Benteke, N'Zogbia and Grealish up front we have a very good chance indeed
If,however, he plays Agbonlahor in any position we might as well stay in the Midlands and watch it on the box.
Carlos Sanchez will more than likely come on at some stage to add some power to the midfield
Tim may need to change it around once or twice if things are going against us. One bonus of our last two dreadful performances is that certain Arsenal players may think they have won it already. Arsene Wenger wouldn't think that way but their pampered so called stars could show a lack of fight if we can get an early goal.
Christian Benteke the time has come. Your club needs you performing like the world star you could be. Destroy their defence!
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Even before the last two games, we are playing one of the most football passing orientated teams in the Prem, they are top 3 and we are where we are, thats for a reason.
We need to press constantly, not give them a second to settle and when we have the ball be prepared to move it fast and if needed at times direct, that's why I would not play Gabby, he slows everything down due to his lack of ability.
Given or Guzan in goal.
Not sure about the full backs, if Okore is fit what about Hutton, Vlarr, Okore and Baker as a back 4, not a lot of pace but that may stop us from trying to play too high a line.
Bacunna, Cleverly, Westwood, Delph, Grealish just behind the Beast.
Options of Sanchez, Lowton, Sinclair, Weiman, Richardson and if need be Gabby or Robinson.
What we cant do is let them have time on the ball else they will give us a half dozen new arse holes that's for sure.
We also as a club need to learn from Hull this time last year it was a final and sunshine, now it is hello Championship, this shit has to end Villa and no better way of turning it around than as FA Cup Winners 2015.
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If Sunderland could stiffle them last week I'm certainly giving us a chance. As to the Gabby question,I think he will play a roll because Arsenal are terrified of his pace. Some players are suited against certaun teams and I think this is just such a case.
We will be well prepared for this game because we clearly were only thinking about it during the last two fixtures.
I am not saying we will win it but I do think we will give a far better account than our most recent games suggest.
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Are we allowed an emergency loan goalkeeper? If so, presumably we could just have our pick of any keeper who hasn't played in the cup this year... like Courtois or Valdes?
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Spurs would probably lend us a keeper
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I thought that but both Vorm and Lloris have played in the cup. Recall for Big Brad? Would be a good finale to his career going to collect a medal at Wembley.
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If Sunderland could stiffle them last week I'm certainly giving us a chance. As to the Gabby question,I think he will play a roll because Arsenal are terrified of his pace. Some players are suited against certaun teams and I think this is just such a case.
We will be well prepared for this game because we clearly were only thinking about it during the last two fixtures.
I am not saying we will win it but I do think we will give a far better account than our most recent games suggest.
Gabby? Speed? Really? Slowed us down every time yesterday and to accommodate him we revert to the hoof to Benteke which never worked at its best.Say it again, the guy should stay in Brum next Saturday.
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Are we allowed an emergency loan goalkeeper? If so, presumably we could just have our pick of any keeper who hasn't played in the cup this year... like Courtois or Valdes?
Why would we need an emergency keeper when we have two fit ones?
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Isn't Given injured?
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Isn't Given injured?
Just read a bit more of the thread and I didn't realise Steer was cup-tied. My apologies (or my bad as the kids say, innit).
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One more thing to be pissed off at Lambert for - on current form, who wouldn't rather have Albrighton starting wide of Benteke instead of Gabby? Great sales policy, Paul.
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Most on here weren't bothered about him going.
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Fair enough, I'll have to disagree for my part. I thought he was going nowhere under Lambert so it was a good move for him, but that that was Lambert's fault rather than his.
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Just watched the highlights of Arsenal West Brom - we'll piss it!!!😎😎😎
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Fair enough, I'll have to disagree for my part. I thought he was going nowhere under Lambert so it was a good move for him, but that that was Lambert's fault rather than his.
Whilst PWS has a point about not too many people being overly fussed when he went, you do wonder how much Sherwood would have got out of him.
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For what it's worth I liked Albrighton and said at the time he was probably our best player the last couple of months of the season, certainly in an attacking sense. That said, it wasn't like there was much competition.
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Agreed Clampy, especially given that Sherwood is playing more to Albrighton's strengths, namely more width and crosses from the byline (as opposed to the halfway line, Lambert's favourite crossing position).
He did look better than a lot last season, PWS, but Lambert didn't fancy him for whatever reason. Probably because he didn't believe in wingers.
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Agreed Clampy, especially given that Sherwood is playing more to Albrighton's strengths, namely more width and crosses from the byline (as opposed to the halfway line, Lambert's favourite crossing position).
He did look better than a lot last season, PWS, but Lambert didn't fancy him for whatever reason. Probably because he didn't believe in wingers trying to score goals.
Fixed.
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I thought he was a cracking little player. Maybe he thought a move was right for him personally though. Daniel Johnson looks good on the albeit rare occasions i've seen him for Preston as well.
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What are peoples thoughts on ospina and szcezesny ?
And szczesny in particular is a disastrous keeper. I'm wondering if AW will be changing keeps?
Worth keeping ear to ground on that.
The arsenal line up is interesting Alexis Sanchez a class act and Ozil certainites in usual position but Ramsey , Santi Carzola could be deployed either wide, hole or deep lying depending if coq au vin gets the nod ahead of Wilshire? Or for Theo to come in on wing and Ramsey to be more central .
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For the last 2 months of last season; whilst trying to sell himself; Allbrighton was good (which compared to the rest of the team, wasn't difficult). For the previous 3 seasons he was anonymous.
He wouldn't get a game under Sherwood either.
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****fa cup thread*******
George Ramsey manager won fa cup with Villa 6 times Wenger if he wins equals that record he must be stopped.
That's some achievement by Ramsey and must be highlighted in the run up to the match .
I don't care whatever era thats an amazing achievement it just shows the illustrious history of villa as a football club and in the fa cup history!!
I'd like to see the BBC have a programme on history of fa cup through the ages .
Including interesting stats like that .
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Or for Theo to come in on wing and Ramsey to be more central .
Looking at Villa's full backs, Wenger would be nuts not to play Theo
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I'm happy for Marc and how he's done recently at Leicester, but I think he would have been too slow for Sherwood's liking.
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Or for Theo to come in on wing and Ramsey to be more central .
Looking at Villa's full backs, Wenger would be nuts not to play Theo
By my reckoning he can only play 4 from Ozil, Wilshire, Ramsey, Corzola, Sanchez and Walcott.
Coq au vin and Corzola have been his starting deep lying midfielders, Sanchez is certain to start. That leaves 2 places up for grabs.
I hope he leaves Walcott on the bench and plays Ozil.
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****fa cup thread*******
George Ramsey manager won fa cup with Villa 6 times Wenger if he wins equals that record he must be stopped.
That's some achievement by Ramsey and must be highlighted in the run up to the match .
I don't care whatever era thats an amazing achievement it just shows the illustrious history of villa as a football club and in the fa cup history!!
I'd like to see the BBC have a programme on history of fa cup through the ages .
Including interesting stats like that .
Villa Kicks. George Ramsey was not a Villa manager!!!! He was the club secretary.
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Looks like Alan Hutton might get his wish to play anywhere with Given injured and Steer cup tied
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****fa cup thread*******
George Ramsey manager won fa cup with Villa 6 times Wenger if he wins equals that record he must be stopped.
That's some achievement by Ramsey and must be highlighted in the run up to the match .
I don't care whatever era thats an amazing achievement it just shows the illustrious history of villa as a football club and in the fa cup history!!
I'd like to see the BBC have a programme on history of fa cup through the ages .
Including interesting stats like that .
Villa Kicks. George Ramsey was not a Villa manager!!!! He was the club secretary.
Debatable. A recent document unearthed by resident ancestry-expert Paulie Walnuts suggests that Ramsay (rather than Ramsey) did indeed list his profession as "football manager".
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Typical. They got the colours wrong. Are Palace playing?
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****fa cup thread*******
George Ramsey manager won fa cup with Villa 6 times Wenger if he wins equals that record he must be stopped.
That's some achievement by Ramsey and must be highlighted in the run up to the match .
I don't care whatever era thats an amazing achievement it just shows the illustrious history of villa as a football club and in the fa cup history!!
I'd like to see the BBC have a programme on history of fa cup through the ages .
Including interesting stats like that .
Villa Kicks. George Ramsey was not a Villa manager!!!! He was the club secretary.
Debatable. A recent document unearthed by resident ancestry-expert Paulie Walnuts suggests that Ramsay (rather than Ramsey) did indeed list his profession as "football manager".
He could have called himself Emperor of France, but he still wouldn't have been Napoleon.
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I'm supposed to be on exam leave but I literally start shaking with excitement whenever I see these sort of things.
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Fair enough, I'll have to disagree for my part. I thought he was going nowhere under Lambert so it was a good move for him, but that that was Lambert's fault rather than his.
It was Lambert's fault that we chose not to match the £40,000 per week that Leicester offered and are now paying him?
There aren't many people who have played for us in the last few years to whom I would offer £40,000 per week and Mark Albrighton is not even close to that list.
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I'm slowly awakening from my post-Southampton and Burnley depression...if you believe in fate and the concept that everything happens for a reason, then my faith and confidence is being restored by the simple fact that there must be a reason why we have reached the FA Cup Final despite our worst ever Premier League campaign. I pray to McGrath that the Football Gods haven't brought us all this way to witness a cruel, bitter and twisted public humiliation and to shine favourable on us on this special day.
Disclaimer: this illogical logic doesn't work if you're a non-believer or support the Arsenal...someone has to lose and you were the chosen ones.
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I'm supposed to be on exam leave but I literally start shaking with excitement whenever I see these sort of things.
I don't know how I can get through another 4 and a half days at this level. It's getting ridiculous - its like a bubble from the pit of my stomach to the top of my ribs, that I keep thinking might actually burst through the middle of my chest.
Last Sunday before the Burnley game, some were saying how great the feeling is of just 'being in a cup final', and that they almost don't want it to happen. I can relate to that, because on Saturday night, whether we have won or lost, it'll have been and gone.
.......but - it absolutely has to happen soon because I am seriously starting to fear that the excitement is going to kill me!
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Looks like Alan Hutton might get his wish to play anywhere with Given injured and Steer cup tied
Its not funny, its not big, and its not clever!!!....(lets hope its not prophetic either!!)
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FA Cup final: How Aston Villa made it to Wembley
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/32680463
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If Delph, Cleverley and Westwood play to their very best levels (and Westwood did yesterday) we have a fair chance of winning. If Tim Sherwood plays the successful combination of Benteke, N'Zogbia and Grealish up front we have a very good chance indeed
If,however, he plays Agbonlahor in any position we might as well stay in the Midlands and watch it on the box.
Carlos Sanchez will more than likely come on at some stage to add some power to the midfield
Tim may need to change it around once or twice if things are going against us. One bonus of our last two dreadful performances is that certain Arsenal players may think they have won it already. Arsene Wenger wouldn't think that way but their pampered so called stars could show a lack of fight if we can get an early goal.
Christian Benteke the time has come. Your club needs you performing like the world star you could be. Destroy their defence!
Id drop Nzogbia also, Arsenal's midfield is miles better than Liverpool's and we cant afford to carry both Grealish and Nzogbia imo. Id start Bacuna to give us legs in midfield plus he is our most likely chance for an assist. Agreed on Gabby, impact sub at best.
--------------Guzan
Hutton, Vlaar, Baker, Rico
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Bacuna----Cleverley------Delph
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I was feeling quietly confident about this one, on the basis that "it's our year" until Sunday but then I heard our result and all of my optimism circuits burnt out, to the point that at the moment there is a bit of me that almost (almost!) doesn't want to go on Saturday*. It probably did not help that I had just come out from hospital in Truro having visited my seriously ill father in law. Can somebody please help me to "man up" and regain the faith??
*disclaimer - this does not mean my ticket is open for offers.
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I was feeling quietly confident about this one, on the basis that "it's our year" until Sunday but then I heard our result and all of my optimism circuits burnt out, to the point that at the moment there is a bit of me that almost (almost!) doesn't want to go on Saturday*. It probably did not help that I had just come out from hospital in Truro having visited my seriously ill father in law. Can somebody please help me to "man up" and regain the faith??
*disclaimer - this does not mean my ticket is open for offers.
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I was feeling quietly confident about this one, on the basis that "it's our year" until Sunday but then I heard our result and all of my optimism circuits burnt out, to the point that at the moment there is a bit of me that almost (almost!) doesn't want to go on Saturday*. It probably did not help that I had just come out from hospital in Truro having visited my seriously ill father in law. Can somebody please help me to "man up" and regain the faith??
*disclaimer - this does not mean my ticket is open for offers.
Cheers! Bring it on!!!
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That's great isn't it? I love watching it.
From Delph's goal v Albion onwards, it totally kicks in.
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All I want,even if we lose, is that we play well. So well that the media and other teams supporters are very impressed with us as they were up and until the last two games. I want this club to be respected and not just by our support.
That is what I want.
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All I want,even if we lose, is that we play well. So well that the media and other teams supporters are very impressed with us as they were up and until the last two games. I want this club to be respected and not just by our support.
That is what I want.
Me too, my biggest fear is another Sothampton performance - it'd be a long, long summer if so.
I actually have a feeling we're going to score first, Arsenal might be expecting us to park the bus but all indications sound like Timmy's going to go Kamikaze.
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For us to win the cup we're going to have to deliver our performance of the season. Our defence is poor and everybody knows it, so if we're not firing on all cylinders going forward it could be a disappointing day. Arsenal are no Liverpool; they have the players to hurt us. The last two games have shown us in a very unflattering light, and although I'm sure we can be a lot better than that, I hope beyond hope the Wembley factor gives our lads a lift. We really need to get at Arsenal from the off. Rattle them early doors and we can set the tone for the rest of the match; allow them to stroke the ball around and we'll be ripped apart.
What I'm trying to say is: fuck the fuckers.
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All I want,even if we lose, is that we play well. So well that the media and other teams supporters are very impressed with us as they were up and until the last two games. I want this club to be respected and not just by our support.
That is what I want.
Me too, my biggest fear is another Sothampton performance - it'd be a long, long summer if so.
I actually have a feeling we're going to score first, Arsenal might be expecting us to park the bus but all indications sound like Timmy's going to go Kamikaze.
TS is going to play to our strengths, which is going forward. You could argue Arsenals weakness is their defence, as is ours. Are we capable of doing what Swansea did at Arsenal the other day?
I'm not saying go all out attack, but it does seem to be our best chance.
We're going to need a lot of luck on Saturday because, in all honesty, Arsenal are a very good team who are much better than us. We need to be at our best, them not to be and have some luck. Then we might win.
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For us to win the cup we're going to have to deliver our performance of the season. Our defence is poor and everybody knows it, so if we're not firing on all cylinders going forward it could be a disappointing day. Arsenal are no Liverpool; they have the players to hurt us. The last two games have shown us in a very unflattering light, and although I'm sure we can be a lot better than that, I hope beyond hope the Wembley factor gives our lads a lift. We really need to get at Arsenal from the off. Rattle them early doors and we can set the tone for the rest of the match; allow them to stroke the ball around and we'll be ripped apart.
What I'm trying to say is: fuck the fuckers.
Try not to worry too much about Arse Jimbo.
F**k 'em!
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For us to win the cup we're going to have to deliver our performance of the season. Our defence is poor and everybody knows it, so if we're not firing on all cylinders going forward it could be a disappointing day. Arsenal are no Liverpool; they have the players to hurt us. The last two games have shown us in a very unflattering light, and although I'm sure we can be a lot better than that, I hope beyond hope the Wembley factor gives our lads a lift. We really need to get at Arsenal from the off. Rattle them early doors and we can set the tone for the rest of the match; allow them to stroke the ball around and we'll be ripped apart.
What I'm trying to say is: fuck the fuckers.
Try not to worry too much about Arse Jimbo.
F**k 'em!
Fuck the BBC, Fuck the FA, Fuck the Fuckers, Fuck the Arsenal, and Fuck the Albion. Claret and Blue ribbons are going on that cup.
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Can we sing this with 'Fuck the BBC' in it?
Why can't I get the fucker to work?
PWS: Some youtube links are https, delete the "s" so as it is just http.
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For us to win the cup we're going to have to deliver our performance of the season. Our defence is poor and everybody knows it, so if we're not firing on all cylinders going forward it could be a disappointing day. Arsenal are no Liverpool; they have the players to hurt us. The last two games have shown us in a very unflattering light, and although I'm sure we can be a lot better than that, I hope beyond hope the Wembley factor gives our lads a lift. We really need to get at Arsenal from the off. Rattle them early doors and we can set the tone for the rest of the match; allow them to stroke the ball around and we'll be ripped apart.
What I'm trying to say is: fuck the fuckers.
What we are forgetting is that Arsenal's defence are nowhere near the standard of what they once had. In particular the centre half and whichever goalkeeper Wenger picks. I hope Sherwood decides to go at them from the whistle for about half an hour. Assuming he picks Bacuna (who was awful on Sunday) he will need to get his crosses in with power and accuracy for Benteke to get on the end of. If we get a two goal lead Sherwood may bring Sanchez on to stiffen the midfield and Hutton to terrify Carzola and Wilshire. We also need Vlaar to hit his top game because when he does he is very very good.
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We can definitely get at that arsenal defence and they lack proper cover in midfield against the runs of grealish, cleverly and delph
But our defence has been so bad - I think probably worst in the league by some distance over the last few months? - and nobody is properly fit back there. I could envisage the game being over after 25 minutes unless we can manage one last push and better concentration. If we can, I genuinely think it's winnable.
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For us to win the cup we're going to have to deliver our performance of the season. Our defence is poor and everybody knows it, so if we're not firing on all cylinders going forward it could be a disappointing day. Arsenal are no Liverpool; they have the players to hurt us. The last two games have shown us in a very unflattering light, and although I'm sure we can be a lot better than that, I hope beyond hope the Wembley factor gives our lads a lift. We really need to get at Arsenal from the off. Rattle them early doors and we can set the tone for the rest of the match; allow them to stroke the ball around and we'll be ripped apart.
What I'm trying to say is: fuck the fuckers.
What we are forgetting is that Arsenal's defence are nowhere near the standard of what they once had. In particular the centre half and whichever goalkeeper Wenger picks. I hope Sherwood decides to go at them from the whistle for about half an hour. Assuming he picks Bacuna (who was awful on Sunday) he will need to get his crosses in with power and accuracy for Benteke to get on the end of. If we get a two goal lead Sherwood may bring Sanchez on to stiffen the midfield and Hutton to terrify Carzola and Wilshire. We also need Vlaar to hit his top game because when he does he is very very good.
In order to fuck these fuckers, we must find alternatives to 'cross to Benteke'. Against Liverpool we were at our best during the interplay between Grealish, Delph and Benteke. Bring Cleverley into the mix and we'll have a more diverse armoury at our disposal. When Norwich went two-nil up quite early on yesterday, it seemed as though they would hold out with ease. If Villa go two-up I'll spend the rest of the match, knees knocking like a shithouse door in a gale, waiting for the inevitable.
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I think we'll play well. My fear is silly defensive mistakes spoiling a good performance.
My other fear is the fact that i won't be there haunting me for the rest of my life after we win it. One spare please anyone?
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Our defence terrifies me more than an ISIS meat raffle.
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After Sunday, I came away thinking we have no chance
However it is now Tuesday and I have high hopes again, I have no doubt that we will play well, but as others have said it all depends on how well we defend (as a team)
As my wife said to me yesterday "are you only going to talk about that final this week" i repliesd "YES"
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It appears Danny Welbeck is out and if Giroud doesn't turn up that would help our cause.
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We'll start with the same 11 who played in the semi, unless Given & Richardson aren't fit. Our best performances over the last few months, have been with this team.
Arsenal's midfield is their strength, we have to match their numbers & keep them busy marking Grealish, Delph & N'Zogbia. Corzola won't want to be chasing Grealish all afternoon, Coquelin will give away lots of free kicks. Our delivery needs to be better than it has been.
Our players will want this more & we want this more. I believe our collective desire will bridge any gap in quality. They've had to go to extra time in their last 3 games at Wembley & everyone thinks they're certainties. They are not.
We have to believe we can do it.
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This just gave me goosebumps
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=WQCw7XvWG3s
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It appears Danny Welbeck is out and if Giroud doesn't turn up that would help our cause.
Walcott played up front Sunday and scored 3. So Giroud may not even make the team.
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It appears Danny Welbeck is out and if Giroud doesn't turn up that would help our cause.
Walcott's the one that concerns me.
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This just gave me goosebumps
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=WQCw7XvWG3s
Not one Birmingham voice among them.
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It appears Danny Welbeck is out and if Giroud doesn't turn up that would help our cause.
Walcott's the one that concerns me.
Walcott vs Okore does concern me.
I'm trying not to think about tactics too much. I watched the Liverpool match last night, again and if we play that high up the pitch we will hurt Arsenal. I think we should also shoot on sight more, rather than trying to work the ball into the box.
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I cant get to the game any recommendations for a decent pub around Brum to watch?
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It appears Danny Welbeck is out and if Giroud doesn't turn up that would help our cause.
Walcott's the one that concerns me.
Walcott vs Okore does concern me.
I'm trying not to think about tactics too much. I watched the Liverpool match last night, again and if we play that high up the pitch we will hurt Arsenal. I think we should also shoot on sight more, rather than trying to work the ball into the box.
Our whole defence worries me, looks very much like Okore won't even be playing. I watched how Sunderland played Arsenal and it was very much backs to the wall second half, well organised defending. We don't have the players to play like that, so I think we will have to try and attack them.
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Anyone know of any Villa friendly pubs in and around London that would be good for post match drinks? Staying at a mates in Tooting on the Saturday night.
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Apologies if already mentioned.
Recommendations for pubs on New St or near the ground where you think will have the best atmosphere?
Thanks
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It appears Danny Welbeck is out and if Giroud doesn't turn up that would help our cause.
Walcott played up front Sunday and scored 3. So Giroud may not even make the team.
That's where he should be played anyway I reckon, he's wasted out wide. Let's hope he picks up an injury in training this week.
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This just gave me goosebumps
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=WQCw7XvWG3s
Not one Birmingham voice among them.
Well the taxi driver is the bloke of that TV series 7 Up, 14 Up etc.
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Our defence terrifies me more than an ISIS meat raffle.
Both sides have defnesive frailties. That's why we have to play the game like we did against Liverpool: on the front foot. If we can attack their CB, we'll cause them some problems. We probably also have to accept that they will score at least one goal against us.
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This just gave me goosebumps
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=WQCw7XvWG3s
Not one Birmingham voice among them.
Could have used the Poet's footage - tremendous pre-Bitters film.
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Villa put this up on Youtube today, excellent.
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Anyone know of any Villa friendly pubs in and around London that would be good for post match drinks? Staying at a mates in Tooting on the Saturday night.
I'd take colours off after or the door staff might get sniffy. Suggest you do the Northcott Road in Clapham if you are staying down the road in Tooting.
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I have a triple room at the quality hotel 5 minutes from Wembley that due to a change in circumstances I no longer need. Cost me £155 for the Saturday night if anyone wants it for what it cost me feel free to message me. If this isn't allowed on here or on the wrong thread apologies
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Anyone know of any Villa friendly pubs in and around London that would be good for post match drinks? Staying at a mates in Tooting on the Saturday night.
I'd take colours off after or the door staff might get sniffy. Suggest you do the Northcott Road in Clapham if you are staying down the road in Tooting.
Cheers mate.
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Is there a plan hatched up by the Council for a Victory parade on Sunday? Fans need to know so that we can shoot back in time for that!
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We'll start with the same 11 who played in the semi, unless Given & Richardson aren't fit. Our best performances over the last few months, have been with this team.
Arsenal's midfield is their strength, we have to match their numbers & keep them busy marking Grealish, Delph & N'Zogbia. Corzola won't want to be chasing Grealish all afternoon, Coquelin will give away lots of free kicks. Our delivery needs to be better than it has been.
Our players will want this more & we want this more. I believe our collective desire will bridge any gap in quality. They've had to go to extra time in their last 3 games at Wembley & everyone thinks they're certainties. They are not.
We have to believe we can do it.
The situation is very similar to League Cup in 1994. Their midfield was their main strength but with the right balance and tactics we need to nullify Carzola and Sanchez. If we do this and get the Beast to ram raid at their soft underbelly we can do it.
The defence will have to be switched on from second one.
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Is there a plan hatched up by the Council for a Victory parade on Sunday? Fans need to know so that we can shoot back in time for that!
I'd expect it to be Monday...if we have one at all!
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Is there a plan hatched up by the Council for a Victory parade on Sunday? Fans need to know so that we can shoot back in time for that!
I'd expect it to be Monday...if we have one at all!
Can they make it Tuesday please? I'm at the Manics gig at Wolves Civic on Monday night. Or can it detour through Wolverhampton?
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Why has this thread been de-stickified ?
Is there an alternate pre-match thread in the offing ?
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Probably Woodhall's fat fingers again.
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"A hundred pages?
It's only a football match."
Said my egg chasing nephew.
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Anyone know of any Villa friendly pubs in and around London that would be good for post match drinks? Staying at a mates in Tooting on the Saturday night.
I'd take colours off after or the door staff might get sniffy. Suggest you do the Northcott Road in Clapham if you are staying down the road in Tooting.
Cheers mate.
I'll probably be having a few on Northcote Road before I head up to Wembley too!
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Is there a plan hatched up by the Council for a Victory parade on Sunday? Fans need to know so that we can shoot back in time for that!
I'd expect it to be Monday...if we have one at all!
Can they make it Tuesday please? I'm at the Manics gig at Wolves Civic on Monday night. Or can it detour through Wolverhampton?
Yes that would be helpful. Perhaps stopping at The Great Western for agreeable refreshments.
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Has anyone else not even entertained the possibility that we won't win?
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Villa put this up on Youtube today, excellent.
That lap of appreciation was also adorable. I didnt know Tekkers was a dad. Cute as a button.
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The video is ace. This place has been a bit more glum than it should be heading into a cup final because of the last two defeats. I hope that as the game edges closer there is a heightened sense of excitement. We deserve to be here and we absolutely can win!
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Has anyone else not even entertained the possibility that we won't win?
Yes, 30 people so far ;)
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Villa put this up on Youtube today, excellent.
That lap of appreciation was also adorable. I didnt know Tekkers was a dad. Cute as a button.
I have to point out that the ugly mug with the tin foil cup is my brother. NickyF of this parish. You'd never guess why he made it. He's bloody everywhere. Suspect he'll be charging for photos with the cup on Saturday.
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Is there an alternate pre-match thread in the offing ?
Might just as well be this thread.
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Villa put this up on Youtube today, excellent.
That lap of appreciation was also adorable. I didnt know Tekkers was a dad. Cute as a button.
I have to point out that the ugly mug with the tin foil cup is my brother. NickyF of this parish. You'd never guess why he made it. He's bloody everywhere. Suspect he'll be charging for photos with the cup on Saturday.
I'm a bit more curious about the blue face?
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Villa put this up on Youtube today, excellent.
That lap of appreciation was also adorable. I didnt know Tekkers was a dad. Cute as a button.
I have to point out that the ugly mug with the tin foil cup is my brother. NickyF of this parish. You'd never guess why he made it. He's bloody everywhere. Suspect he'll be charging for photos with the cup on Saturday.
I'm a bit more curious about the blue face?
PURPLE and blue. Ha ha ha ha.
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Oi Nick. Why have you and the kids got purple and blue faces. ROFL.
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It's lilac and dark blue, it was the best I could do at the time - the kids made me do it. I've properly prepared for Saturday though.
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Anyone know of any Villa friendly pubs in and around London that would be good for post match drinks? Staying at a mates in Tooting on the Saturday night.
I'd take colours off after or the door staff might get sniffy. Suggest you do the Northcott Road in Clapham if you are staying down the road in Tooting.
Cheers mate.
I'll probably be having a few on Northcote Road before I head up to Wembley too!
You got tickets mate???
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DId anyone see the item about the cup being stolen on central tonight
Who was the bloke telling the story. It wasn't Mr Lerwill by any chance.?
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The view of that villa mosaic from above Wembley is magic. Is there anyway of capturing that as a picture from the video?
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Is there a plan hatched up by the Council for a Victory parade on Sunday? Fans need to know so that we can shoot back in time for that!
I'd expect it to be Monday...if we have one at all!
I've booked Monday and Tuesday off, just to be on the safe side.
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The BBC are bringing back the "good old days" you may find the line up quite interesting.
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That wasn't as terrible as I thought it was going to be.
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Nerves are shot already and still most of a week of work left before it comes round. Really is dragging. Come on Villa, Aston Villa!
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We've got an FA Cup final pre-match thread. How fanfuckingtastic is this!!
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We've got an FA Cup final pre-match thread. How fanfuckingtastic is this!!
This thread is on about its fourth different name
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We've got an FA Cup final pre-match thread. How fanfuckingtastic is this!!
This thread is on about its fourth different name
So what? It's the FA Cup Final.
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The BBC are bringing back the "good old days" you may find the line up quite interesting.
Are you sure that they didn't say "the dark old says"? © Jonathan f%¤kwit Pearce
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Jolly good show, what:-
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-3097555/A-royal-family-football-fans-Prince-William-reveals-wants-George-Charlotte-support-Aston-Villa-desperate-team-win-FA-Cup.html
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We've got an FA Cup final pre-match thread. How fanfuckingtastic is this!!
I've just turned my phone sideways to check that that's what it's really called. Think I might burst.
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We've got an FA Cup final pre-match thread. How fanfuckingtastic is this!!
It's brilliant. Hoping the FA Cup Funal Post Match thread takes it to another level.
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Jolly good show, what:-
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-3097555/A-royal-family-football-fans-Prince-William-reveals-wants-George-Charlotte-support-Aston-Villa-desperate-team-win-FA-Cup.html
A real fan would disinherit them if they didn't support us
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Jolly good show, what:-
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-3097555/A-royal-family-football-fans-Prince-William-reveals-wants-George-Charlotte-support-Aston-Villa-desperate-team-win-FA-Cup.html
A real fan would disinherit them if they didn't support us
I agree send them to an orphanage.
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Road to the FA Cup Final: Aston Villa (http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=intl:2467675)
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Nice video interview on the Beeb with the great man.
Aston Villa FA Cup winner is given special ticket for final (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-birmingham-32893779)
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Nice video interview on the Beeb with the great man.
Aston Villa FA Cup winner is given special ticket for final (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-birmingham-32893779)
Good news but will the club be showing the same respect to Nigel Sims and Jackie. Sewell l wonder?.
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Ron I am sure that has been done. The Press will only pick what they see as "news" I guess.
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is there any further news on the goalkeeper situation for the final
is Given definitely injured and out ?
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is there any further news on the goalkeeper situation for the final
is Given definitely injured and out ?
well you know what we are like with Cup finals and Goalkeepers ;)
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is there any further news on the goalkeeper situation for the final
is Given definitely injured and out ?
well you know what we are like with Cup finals and Goalkeepers ;)
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When we get to Wembley on Saturday and Les Sealey is in goal for Arsenal we will know we are in business (and yes, I know he has passed on - RIP Les.)
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I was thinking more Peter Mac and Ray Wood and Rimmer, Spink....
oh and RIP Les..
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is there any further news on the goalkeeper situation for the final
is Given definitely injured and out ?
Well this video was posted by the club yesterday and it's quite clear that Given is not training. I don't know what the last training session is but it doesn't look too promising for him.
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All issue of form and quality aside I would not be risking Given. He's not going to be 100% so it's time for Guzan's return.
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All issue of form and quality aside I would not be risking Given. He's not going to be 100% so it's time for Guzan's return.
I've never rated Given anyway, I'd go with Guzan. It would be ironic if he gets the place after losing out in 2010. Given has had persistent problems with his groin over the years that impedes his kicking, not worth risking
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All issue of form and quality aside I would not be risking Given. He's not going to be 100% so it's time for Guzan's return.
It's not nice to see anybody get injured but I think it gives us a better chance of winning this way round. Does anybody who follows the youth teams know would be on the bench?
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Steer, surely? Hence giving him a run-out against Burnley.
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All issue of form and quality aside I would not be risking Given. He's not going to be 100% so it's time for Guzan's return.
This, this and this times 1 million. Never understood the clamour for Givens return, Guzan for me every time.
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Steer, surely? Hence giving him a run-out against Burnley.
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He's cup-tied
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Steer is cup-tied, Siegrist is injured. I think he'll go with Guzan to start and name Given on the bench if he is carrying an injury.
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Starting to get nervous already. Can't think about anything else.
Please win.
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So I've been looking at this thread enviously because I had no chance of tickets as my companies Club Wembley seats had gone to customers and hey ho, just had an e-mail of the CEO'S PA to say two have become available and do I want them? Fuck yeah!! So happy!! My lad will explode when I tell him tonight!
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Ace.
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And if we're looking for omens, last final I went to was in 1982........
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And if we're looking for omens, last final I went to was in 1982........
You're going to Wemmmmbllyyyyy! ;D
Were you in the nice seats then as well? ;)
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No stood behind the goal with everyone else......exactly the same age my son is now! Destiny.......
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3 days to go. Christ!
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Feeling very optimistic today. Yesterday I wasn't.
I just can't wait to get on the train to London on Friday. My train from Manchester departs at 5.20pm so will be going straight from work.
Staying in Bayswater. Same hotel as the Semi Final.
Come on you Lions!
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Feeling very optimistic today. Yesterday I wasn't.
I just can't wait to get on the train to London on Friday. My train from Manchester departs at 5.20pm so will be going straight from work.
Staying in Bayswater. Same hotel as the Semi Final.
Come on you Lions!
I'm feeling very pessimistic about it after the last 2 games for both clubs. I just really hope we are lulling them into a false sense of security and then BANG!!!
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I can't stop myself from thinking that we'll get beaten heavily. It's the fatalist Villa fan in me, always fearing the worst.
I did feel the same before the semi though.
Lucky Kilburn pub before the match, a couple of Aussie Lions staying at mine for a few days (Robbo 1874 is in the air as I type) . My Arsenal-supporting missus will be pleased.
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So I've been looking at this thread enviously because I had no chance of tickets as my companies Club Wembley seats had gone to customers and hey ho, just had an e-mail of the CEO'S PA to say two have become available and do I want them? Fuck yeah!! So happy!! My lad will explode when I tell him tonight!
that's great Duncan...enjoy the match :)
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I dreamt about the final twice last night and we won both so that has to be a good omen!
For information we won 1-0 with Bacuna scoring a 30 yarder and 3-1 with Benteke scoring 2 (1 pen) - no idea who scored the other
Anyone would think this match was the only thing I was thinking about this week...
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Okore looks fine in the video
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Feeling very optimistic today. Yesterday I wasn't.
I just can't wait to get on the train to London on Friday. My train from Manchester departs at 5.20pm so will be going straight from work.
Staying in Bayswater. Same hotel as the Semi Final.
Come on you Lions!
I'm feeling very pessimistic about it after the last 2 games for both clubs. I just really hope we are lulling them into a false sense of security and then BANG!!!
Remember our form before the League Cup Final in 1994? it was shocking. I don't think form will come into Saturday.
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Nerves kicking in, especially after watching that excellent Gary Lineker documentary last night, really showed how important a game this is!!
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Nerves kicking in, especially after watching that excellent Gary Lineker documentary last night, really showed how important a game this is!!
Which one? Is it on iPlayer?
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Nerves kicking in, especially after watching that excellent Gary Lineker documentary last night, really showed how important a game this is!!
It was really good that. There's another one tonight, they're all repeated on Saturday anyway.
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Nerves kicking in, especially after watching that excellent Gary Lineker documentary last night, really showed how important a game this is!!
It was really good that. There's another one tonight, they're all repeated on Saturday anyway.
It was a very good documentary, I was getting emotional dreaming of Villa lifting the cup whilst watching it. The best bit though was the Lineker interview with Gerrard and Stevie Me saying about what a day his birthday could be if he was to lift the cup.
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Nerves kicking in, especially after watching that excellent Gary Lineker documentary last night, really showed how important a game this is!!
It was really good that. There's another one tonight, they're all repeated on Saturday anyway.
It was a very good documentary, I was getting emotional dreaming of Villa lifting the cup whilst watching it. The best bit though was the Lineker interview with Gerrard and Stevie Me saying about what a day his birthday could be if he was to lift the cup.
Yeah, he gave a little grin as if was gonna happen, smug t-wat, obvioulsy thought they were going to roll us over easy.
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Nice video interview on the Beeb with the great man.
Aston Villa FA Cup winner is given special ticket for final (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-birmingham-32893779)
Good news but will the club be showing the same respect to Nigel Sims and Jackie. Sewell l wonder?.
not sure but this is in the mail.
http://www.birminghammail.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/aston-villa-fa-cup-final-9336000
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I've gone through a range of feelings, from cautious optimism after the semi, to full on belief a week or so after to real fear of humiliation following the last few games of the season. Right now I'm back to cautiously optimistic.
On our day, we are more than a match for any team, I can't see this being a cautious game, Arsenal will attack from minute 1, keep our heads, cut out the mistakes and we will grow in confidence and we can win this.
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I can't stop myself from thinking that we'll get beaten heavily. It's the fatalist Villa fan in me, always fearing the worst.
I did feel the same before the semi though.
Lucky Kilburn pub before the match, a couple of Aussie Lions staying at mine for a few days (Robbo 1874 is in the air as I type) . My Arsenal-supporting missus will be pleased.
We went to a pub in Kilburn at the semi and it was really quiet and really goo food - cant remember its name??? Which one do you suggest?
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I can't stop myself from thinking that we'll get beaten heavily. It's the fatalist Villa fan in me, always fearing the worst.
I did feel the same before the semi though.
Lucky Kilburn pub before the match, a couple of Aussie Lions staying at mine for a few days (Robbo 1874 is in the air as I type) . My Arsenal-supporting missus will be pleased.
We went to a pub in Kilburn at the semi and it was really quiet and really goo food - cant remember its name??? Which one do you suggest?
Black Lion - it's run by Ciaran Clark's uncle (I'm told). Villa welcome, flags allowed, 2 mins from the tube, couple of stops to Wembley.
http://www.blacklionguesthouse.com/tours/
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Long time lurker, hoping for a bit of advice.
Been lucky enough to secure final tickets through a mate's ex-bosses uncle who works for the FA. Mates called today to say tickets have arrived, look great seats at the back of block 110. Only problem, this is the East stand!
From previous finals/semis, has anyone had experience of swapping with a tout outside to get tickets in Villa end?
Any advice gratefully received.
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Blimey. I know a paper doesn't really give a true reflection of local opinions but really!!! Makes you laugh really.
http://www.coventrytelegraph.net/whats-on/whats-on-news/10-coventry-pubs-you-can-9339006
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Blimey. I know a paper doesn't really give a true reflection of local opinions but really!!! Makes you laugh really.
http://www.coventrytelegraph.net/whats-on/whats-on-news/10-coventry-pubs-you-can-9339006
That's pathetic, if people in Coventry really hate Villa that much they really need to get a life.
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Long time lurker, hoping for a bit of advice.
Been lucky enough to secure final tickets through a mate's ex-bosses uncle who works for the FA. Mates called today to say tickets have arrived, look great seats at the back of block 110. Only problem, this is the East stand!
From previous finals/semis, has anyone had experience of swapping with a tout outside to get tickets in Villa end?
Any advice gratefully received.
Why don't you try an Arse forum? There may be two Tarquins with tickets in the the Aston Villa end saying the same thing.
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Blimey. I know a paper doesn't really give a true reflection of local opinions but really!!! Makes you laugh really.
http://www.coventrytelegraph.net/whats-on/whats-on-news/10-coventry-pubs-you-can-9339006
Arsene Wenger's men - who beat Sky Bet Championship side Reading 2-1 in last month's semi-final - will take on Aston Villa, who share a rivalry with Coventry City FC.
WTF...since when have we been bothered about them?
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Blimey. I know a paper doesn't really give a true reflection of local opinions but really!!! Makes you laugh really.
http://www.coventrytelegraph.net/whats-on/whats-on-news/10-coventry-pubs-you-can-9339006
That's pathetic, if people in Coventry really hate Villa that much they really need to get a life.
I'm suprised that's not the Mail's line too!
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Anyway, is it really only Wednesday!!
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Haven't they got rugby to be watching in their rented ground instead?
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Blimey. I know a paper doesn't really give a true reflection of local opinions but really!!! Makes you laugh really.
http://www.coventrytelegraph.net/whats-on/whats-on-news/10-coventry-pubs-you-can-9339006
Reading that and looking at the pubs, it just confirms what I've always said about Cov - it's a shithole!
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Long time lurker, hoping for a bit of advice.
Been lucky enough to secure final tickets through a mate's ex-bosses uncle who works for the FA. Mates called today to say tickets have arrived, look great seats at the back of block 110. Only problem, this is the East stand!
From previous finals/semis, has anyone had experience of swapping with a tout outside to get tickets in Villa end?
Any advice gratefully received.
Why don't you try an Arse forum? There may be two Tarquins with tickets in the the Aston Villa end saying the same thing.
Think trying one of the Arsenal forums might be best. My mates contact has said he's not too happy at the idea of us swapping with a tout.
Had a look at a couple of their forums, none of which look anywhere near as active as H&V. Is there one that's perceived to be the best?
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who cares what some crap paper from a crap town says....as the kids say..haters gonna hate...
(https://c3.staticflickr.com/3/2594/4113729024_af11632bc7.jpg)
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Let's get this right please Villa........it's Saturday!!
http://www.avfc.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/0,,10265~4748452,00.html
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This will cheer up everyone without tickets:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-32901233
An Arsenal fan has bagged a pair of FA Cup final tickets which were sent into the stratosphere ahead of Saturday's match.
The VIP passes were attached to a weather balloon released from Wembley Stadium at about 06:00 BST.
They reached a height of 29,000ft (8,839m), before the balloon burst and they floated by parachute to Broad Oak, Sussex, the Football Association said.
The grandmother of Gunners fan George Lamb later found them in the village.
"When I woke up this morning the idea of going to the FA Cup final hadn't crossed my mind," the 19-year-old said.
'Out-of-this-world match'
"This will be my first time to Wembley and I've got butterflies at the prospect of it."
Also: George Lamb has a 19 year old grandmother!
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Let's get this right please Villa........it's Saturday!!
http://www.avfc.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/0,,10265~4748452,00.html
From that article
"Should you have not received or lost your tickets for the FA Cup final please contact Villa's Consumer Sales Department on 0800 612 0970 by Friday May 29 and we will be able to arrange duplicate tickets for you.
Any tickets, including duplicate tickets, which are to be collected on matchday will be available from the West Ticket Office at Wembley from 1pm."
I've mentioned it already many pages ago, but two of my tickets never turned up so I'm going to have to collect them on the day. If you're thinking of buying from a tout you'll have no way of knowing if those tickets will let you in, they may be on the cancelled list. I spoke to the ticket office yesterday and it's clear that I am not alone in not receiving my tickets. The chances of them being lost is remote, so I'm sure someone has my two tickets and is excited about the game, only to find that they won't get them into the ground, I can't imagine how gutting that would be. Only buy tickets from people that you know otherwise you might be paying £500 to sit in the pub.
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Arsene Wenger has lavished praise on Christian Benteke and Tim Sherwood on the eve of the FA Cup final.
Villa face Wenger's Gunners on Saturday, with a 5.30pm kick-off.
Wenger believes Benteke is one to watch this weekend while he insists Sherwood has transformed claret and blue fortunes since arriving in February.
He said: "Benteke is a player who has a massive potential.
"I think some of the bad fortune of Villa this season was linked with the fact that Benteke was not there.
"When he came back into the team, he gave a lift to everybody and of course he has a fantastic leap.
"He's an intelligent player as well and he can score goals with his feet.
"He's fantastic in the air and can score headers against any team in the league."
Sherwood has really helped the renaissance of Benteke.
And Wenger praised the Villa boss ahead of Saturday's final.
He added: "Tim has done extremely well.
"He has lifted their confidence and got them to go forward a lot.
"They are positive so overall I believe he has done a very good job.
"If you analyse their individual quality, they are a strong team.
"They had a great semi-final and of course they have quality.
"They are a Premier League team who have a lot of strengths in our side. They are a strong opponent."
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Blimey. I know a paper doesn't really give a true reflection of local opinions but really!!! Makes you laugh really.
http://www.coventrytelegraph.net/whats-on/whats-on-news/10-coventry-pubs-you-can-9339006
That's pathetic, if people in Coventry really hate Villa that much they really need to get a life.
"The claret and blues travel down to the capital in a bid to get their hands on a trophy that City managed to win in 1987".
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Coventry Evening Telegraph has a daily circulation of 30,000. I suppose that seems like a large number to Cov fans
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So is 3.
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VILLA PUBS
The Green Man - Dagmar Avenue, Wembley, HA9 8DF
Blue Room - 53 Wembley Hill Road, Wembley, HA9 8BE
JJ Moons - 397 High Road, Wembley, HA9 7DT
Thirsty Eddie's - 412 High Road, Wembley, HA9 6AH
Flannery's - 610 High Road, Wembley, HA0 2AF
Innisfree - 30 - 32 Harrow Road, Wembley, HA9 6PG
Mannions - 313 Harrow Road, Wembley, HA9 6BA
The Copper Jug - 10 The Broadway, Wembley, HA9 8JU
Fusilier - 652 Harrow Road, Wembley, HA0 2HA
Powerleague - Olympic Way, Wembley
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My prediction: 2-1 Villa.....Benteke and N'Zogbia
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Long time lurker, hoping for a bit of advice.
Been lucky enough to secure final tickets through a mate's ex-bosses uncle who works for the FA. Mates called today to say tickets have arrived, look great seats at the back of block 110. Only problem, this is the East stand!
From previous finals/semis, has anyone had experience of swapping with a tout outside to get tickets in Villa end?
Any advice gratefully received.
I dunno, if you can't rely on your mate's ex boss' uncle, who can you trust?
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Let's get this right please Villa........it's Saturday!!
http://www.avfc.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/0,,10265~4748452,00.html
I contacted them and it's been corrected. We do play on Saturday now!
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Long time lurker, hoping for a bit of advice.
Been lucky enough to secure final tickets through a mate's ex-bosses uncle who works for the FA. Mates called today to say tickets have arrived, look great seats at the back of block 110. Only problem, this is the East stand!
From previous finals/semis, has anyone had experience of swapping with a tout outside to get tickets in Villa end?
Any advice gratefully received.
I dunno, if you can't rely on your mate's ex boss' uncle, who can you trust?
I know, dreadful state of affairs.
Will have to stay off the beer and sit on my hands.
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Blimey. I know a paper doesn't really give a true reflection of local opinions but really!!! Makes you laugh really.
http://www.coventrytelegraph.net/whats-on/whats-on-news/10-coventry-pubs-you-can-9339006
That's pathetic, if people in Coventry really hate Villa that much they really need to get a life.
"The claret and blues travel down to the capital in a bid to get their hands on a trophy that City managed to win in 1987".
10 places you'll find sad, middle aged fucks on a Saturday afternoon watching the Villa. There will probably be more people in Cov watching us on Saturday than have watched Coventry at any time this season.
West Brom, Coventry and Birmingham should all merge in to one pathetic, eternally laughable, failure of a club and self combust with rage when we lift the FA Cup on Saturday.
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who cares what some crap paper from a crap town says....as the kids say..haters gonna hate...
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This won't happen off course but how ace would it be for the lads to walk out in that kit on Saturday?
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Blimey. I know a paper doesn't really give a true reflection of local opinions but really!!! Makes you laugh really.
http://www.coventrytelegraph.net/whats-on/whats-on-news/10-coventry-pubs-you-can-9339006
Made me smile at the fact that those pubs will have more Villa fans watching the game than Cov fans. There not even big in Coventry anymore.
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Nervously excited.
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Nervously excited.
I am about 24 hours away from an altered state of consciousness - Friday should be fun at work...
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Great feeling up here - Evertonians and Liverpudlians all wishing me a great day and hoping the Villa win - I can only imagine, Baggies, Blue Noses , Geordies, Coventrians and Canaries willing the Gooners on !!
The country is with us - come on Villa do it for all those Holte Enders in the Sky !!!!
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who cares what some crap paper from a crap town says....as the kids say..haters gonna hate...
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This won't happen off course but how ace would it be for the lads to walk out in that kit on Saturday?
I'll be wearing my retro version of it TV, if that's any good.
And I've worn it for every FA Cup game this season!!!
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Guzan, Okore, Vlaar, Richardson, Bacuna, Delph (C), Cleverley, Westwood, Sinclair, Grealish, Benteke; Given, Baker, Sanchez, Agbonlahor, Hutton, Cole, Weimann/N'Zogbia
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Guzan, Okore, Vlaar, Richardson, Bacuna, Delph (C), Cleverley, Westwood, Sinclair, Grealish, Benteke; Given, Baker, Sanchez, Agbonlahor, Hutton, Cole, Weimann/N'Zogbia
Same for me, except with N'Zogbia in for Sinclair and potentially Baker in for Okore.
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I wasn't asked to sing! (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/32898039)
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Guzan, Okore, Vlaar, Richardson, Bacuna, Delph (C), Cleverley, Westwood, Sinclair, Grealish, Benteke; Given, Baker, Sanchez, Agbonlahor, Hutton, Cole, Weimann/N'Zogbia
Good line-up but Gil and Lowton definitely should be on the bench for me.
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I wasn't asked to sing! (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/32898039)
Don't lie Legion! You chickened out!
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Blimey. I know a paper doesn't really give a true reflection of local opinions but really!!! Makes you laugh really.
http://www.coventrytelegraph.net/whats-on/whats-on-news/10-coventry-pubs-you-can-9339006
I can't believe that they've recommended the Tudor Rose. If you ever fancy having your face taken off with a glass, that's your place.
The place where I'd watch it in Cov is, happily, not mentioned.
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I wasn't asked to sing! (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/32898039)
Don't lie Legion! You chickened out!
Truth! Freddy was more interested in talking about his flag.
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Most of mine would be unbroadcastable as I was asked about Lambert.
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Blimey. I know a paper doesn't really give a true reflection of local opinions but really!!! Makes you laugh really.
http://www.coventrytelegraph.net/whats-on/whats-on-news/10-coventry-pubs-you-can-9339006
Made me smile at the fact that those pubs will have more Villa fans watching the game than Cov fans. There not even big in Coventry anymore.
See Franksie radio wm and bham mail and now cov local rag, are bitter, Fuck me were bigger than I thought.
some of them pubs looked like they attract real class clientele,
Where is cobentry Again???
they won the fa cup back in 87 I believe
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Been in back to back meetings most of day but when I came out the last one at 6pm it finally hit me we less than 72 hours away and a giant wave of nerves washed over me.
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Blimey. I know a paper doesn't really give a true reflection of local opinions but really!!! Makes you laugh really.
http://www.coventrytelegraph.net/whats-on/whats-on-news/10-coventry-pubs-you-can-9339006
I can't believe that they've recommended the Tudor Rose. If you ever fancy having your face taken off with a glass, that's your place.
The place where I'd watch it in Cov is, happily, not mentioned.
when I lived in Coventry many years ago there was a notorious pub called the Live and let Live in Wood End, you had to go in with someone local or you were fucked, think they have demolished it now
and another in Willenhall I think it was called the Lord Nelson, someone got shot in there one night, nice place
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2-1 Benteke grealish
Can anyone confirm whether entrance J is in the villa end?
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Been in back to back meetings most of day but when I came out the last one at 6pm it finally hit me we less than 72 hours away and a giant wave of nerves washed over me.
Had you left the grill on?
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Blimey. I know a paper doesn't really give a true reflection of local opinions but really!!! Makes you laugh really.
http://www.coventrytelegraph.net/whats-on/whats-on-news/10-coventry-pubs-you-can-9339006
Made me smile at the fact that those pubs will have more Villa fans watching the game than Cov fans. There not even big in Coventry anymore.
See Franksie radio wm and bham mail and now cov local rag, are bitter, Fuck me were bigger than I thought.
some of them pubs looked like they attract real class clientele,
Where is cobentry Again???
they won the fa cup back in 87 I believe
They've been stinking out League One all season in a stadium owned by a rugby team from London.
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Been in back to back meetings most of day but when I came out the last one at 6pm it finally hit me we less than 72 hours away and a giant wave of nerves washed over me.
Had you left the grill on?
I don't venture into the kitchen
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2-1 Benteke grealish
Can anyone confirm whether entrance J is in the villa end?
My tickets for the Semi and The final have been in blocks 544 and 545 and have entrance K and L on them, so definitely should be, I'd assume that's around block 543?
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Like Silhill, the enormity has hit me today. The concentration has gone and pre match tension has taken over.
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I had a dream last night that it went too penalties, I woke up after Arsenal missed their first two actually sweating and shaking....
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I had a dream grealish was out injured
I think I'd genuinely cry
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I had a dream, but it didn't involve football as it happens
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I had a dream, but it didn't involve football as it happens
Is that a Martin Luther King quote?
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I can't stop seeing Carles Gil dancing through the Arsenal defence to score the winner. Maybe Sherwood has played the biggest bluff of the season in pretending he doesn't rate our super talented Spaniard.
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I had a recurring dream last night, I was in a town I only know in my dreams and was frantically trying to get to a record shop before it closed but my legs were like lead. It's an ace town, there are four really good record shops and I visit it quite often in my dreams but always seem to be in a hurry.
I never dream about football.
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I can't stop seeing Carles Gil dancing through the Arsenal defence to score the winner. Maybe Sherwood has played the biggest bluff of the season in pretending he doesn't rate our super talented Spaniard.
TS has fooled you TSoV...it's Jack Grealish with his new Gil-ish haircut!
:D
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Good omens?
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/32374755
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I can't stop seeing Carles Gil dancing through the Arsenal defence to score the winner. Maybe Sherwood has played the biggest bluff of the season in pretending he doesn't rate our super talented Spaniard.
TS has fooled you TSoV...it's Jack Grealish with his new Gil-ish haircut!
:D
It can't be Jack, he never shoots.
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I can't stop seeing Carles Gil dancing through the Arsenal defence to score the winner. Maybe Sherwood has played the biggest bluff of the season in pretending he doesn't rate our super talented Spaniard.
TS has fooled you TSoV...it's Jack Grealish with his new Gil-ish haircut!
:D
It can't be Jack, he never shoots.
He will on Saturday mate.
Trust me!
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The Road to Wembley:
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The Road to Wembley:
Marvellous.
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The Road to Wembley:
Marvellous.
Thanks! :)
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Is it okay to stick it on our facebook page?
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Yeah no worries!
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Cheers. It's up and and name checked you, if you want your name taken off let me know.
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Left a comment on there, nice one! :)
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Will we be wearing our home kit?
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Will we be wearing our home kit?
Yes.
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The Road to Wembley:
Marvellous.
Thanks! :)
I really thought the BBC had done that.
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The Road to Wembley:
That is brilliant.
I BELIEVE.
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The Road to Wembley:
Marvellous.
Thanks! :)
I really thought the BBC had done that.
Didn't hear any claims of Heysel on the pitch invasion :P Well done Daniel
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The Road to Wembley:
Oh my God.
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Thanks for all the positive feedback, appreciated it.
The Road to Wembley:
Oh my God.
Good or bad? :)
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The Road to Wembley:
Oh my God.
Until i saw that, I had come to terms with not having a ticket quite easily.
Now I've got a gnawing feeling in the pit of my stomach.
Marvellous stuff.
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Yep that really is very, very good and so professionally put together.
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Thanks for all the positive feedback, appreciated it.
The Road to Wembley:
Oh my God.
Good or bad? :)
Bloody next level!
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The Road to Wembley:
Appreciated Daniel.
Head has been battling with heart a little more since witnessing the last two defeats, though can easily write off Sunday with a full strength team wanting to come out unscathed. So important everyone came through safely...
Also glad Baker is back fit, hopefully Vlaar on his natural side will bring the best out if him, unlike playing on the left at Southampton.
I've watched a host of FA/Villa/Fan videos this evening and got in touch with that deeper confidence...
I'm not sure who it was a long time ago seemed to be saying it's our year, with a little more confidence than usual... But I noticed it.
Delph lifting the cup. Can you see his face?
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I had started to convince myself we were going to lose, then I just watched that Gary Lineker FA Cup thing, and the footage of Wigan beating Man City and snapped the fuck out of it.
We're going to win.
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Thanks all, some brilliant feedback here, and on Twitter too.
I had started to convince myself we were going to lose, then I just watched that Gary Lineker FA Cup thing, and the footage of Wigan beating Man City and snapped the fuck out of it.
We're going to win.
I've convinced myself that this time next week I'll be posting an FA Cup winning video as well, so fingers crossed! :)
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I'm in the zone now. Had a bit of a flap Monday night, but very confident now. It's ours.
Just at KL airport waiting for the flight to UK. Whenever I fly I always have a beer in the airport bar. Was ordering my beer at Brisbane and the bloke standing next to me clocked my top and let on he was a villa fan from Sutton, travelling back for it from Sydney. Bloke next to me on the plane was a
Scouser Liverpool supporter, really nice bloke and wants us to stuff arsenal and win it.
I'm torn between the underdog status. Have to concede we are but don't like it, but kind of happy with it as we pulled it off against Utd as underdogs in the league cup. It can be done.
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Thanks for all the positive feedback, appreciated it.
The Road to Wembley:
Oh my God.
Good or bad? :)
Bloody next level!
Looking at that Gabby might be the final piece. (Can we rely on him to turn up though)
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The Road to Wembley:
Oh my God.
Until i saw that, I had come to terms with not having a ticket quite easily.
Now I've got a gnawing feeling in the pit of my stomach.
Marvellous stuff.
Today the nerves etc have really kicked in. I'm resorting to some er 'herbal' help on Friday otherwise there is no fecking way i'll sleep Fri night!
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The Road to Wembley:
That is fantastic. Love the footage of 1957.
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Superb stuff
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That's ace!!!!
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A combination of Jet Lag and nerves keeping me awake. I am in the right place for some Herbal refreshment (Amsterdam)
I dare not think of either result, jut too scary.
Hope Tim gets the selection right, Arsen gets it wrong and the ref does not decide the outcome.
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Will we be wearing our home kit?
Yes.
Ta.
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I spoke to David Ginola last night and asked him how he thought we'd get on. His response was "We have a chance"
He said we. Maybe we have?
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Delph tries to get there! He might get there he has got there!! Unbridled joy for the claret and blues!!! Thank you Martin Tyler it's written in the stars!!!!
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The Road to Wembley:
We have to win. The story has to have a happy ending.
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Fucking hell its not far now. I want this so bad. I'm starting to believe again after a wobble with the recent results.
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nerves really kicking in now,have tears running down my face watching that,brilliant thanks so much i love you all.
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http://youtu.be/pdjzBnqe35o
Check that one out again. Semi final celebrations
I can't stop thinking about it now.
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Getting butterflies now.
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The Road to Wembley:
that is brilliant.
would you mind if I sent it to some Villa mad family in Canada ?
UTV
The Doc
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Incredible response to the video, over 500 views in 10 hours!
Love the one about, it needing to have a happy ending.
Yes, feel free to post it where you like!
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cheers Daniel...
UTV
The Doc
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I'm quite calm at the moment, but by Saturday I'll feel bloody awful!
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The Road to Wembley:
Superb video, does anyone know the title of the music accompanying it?
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Heart of Courage - Two Steps from Hell:
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Heart of Courage - Two Steps from Hell:
Thanks for that.
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Daniel, the video is stunning....thank you!
I look forward to you adding a happy ending!!
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Great work, Daniel. Looking forward to the next instalment.
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Right for those of you who were in Club Wembley for the semi - what can I wear - I know no replica shirts (would have worn my 1957 replica), but I have a claret and blue polo shirt - been trying investigate online but nothing definitive. Will that be OK to wear in your opinions?
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I think they have a policy of 'no club colours'.
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Wear your Villa undies Duncan and don't flash!
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Right for those of you who were in Club Wembley for the semi - what can I wear - I know no replica shirts (would have worn my 1957 replica), but I have a claret and blue polo shirt - been trying investigate online but nothing definitive. Will that be OK to wear in your opinions?
We were there for the semi final, in the Club Wembley gold bit. I didn't see a single person with a replica shirt on. I did, however, see loads of people wearing scarves (I did myself).
On the ticket, it says you need to dress smart casual, and actually says "no trainers". I thought that'd be one of those things that they wouldn't turn you away for, but opted not to risk it. I also stuffed my scarf in my pocket when we entered, just in case.
As for generic clothing of club colours, I wouldn't risk that, either.
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https://clubwembley.wembleystadium.com/Events/CodeofConduct
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Thanks guys, I'd seen that link and it was only recommending no colours, but I'll not risk it. Scarf in the pocket and Villa pants it is then. We are on half way so if you see someone running towards the Villa end with no trousers on when we win at full time, that will be me!!
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Right for those of you who were in Club Wembley for the semi - what can I wear - I know no replica shirts (would have worn my 1957 replica), but I have a claret and blue polo shirt - been trying investigate online but nothing definitive. Will that be OK to wear in your opinions?
We were there for the semi final, in the Club Wembley gold bit. I didn't see a single person with a replica shirt on. I did, however, see loads of people wearing scarves (I did myself).
On the ticket, it says you need to dress smart casual, and actually says "no trainers". I thought that'd be one of those things that they wouldn't turn you away for, but opted not to risk it. I also stuffed my scarf in my pocket when we entered, just in case.
As for generic clothing of club colours, I wouldn't risk that, either.
Where did you read that Paulie? I'm looking at a Club Wembley (bronze) ticket now and all I can see is "the wearing of replica club shirts is strictly prohibited" - nothing about footwear!
Edit: I found this on the Club Wembley website:
"DRESS CODE - There is no strict dress code within Club Wembley and the Bobby Moore Club, with the exception of replica club shirts."
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Daniel, the video is stunning....thank you!
I look forward to you adding a happy ending!!
Seconded!
Brilliant stuff Daniel!
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Daniel, the video is stunning....thank you!
I look forward to you adding a happy ending!!
Seconded!
Brilliant stuff Daniel!
I'm currently on my 10th viewing this morning. Goosebumps doesn't even do it justice!
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Daniel, the video is stunning....thank you!
I look forward to you adding a happy ending!!
Seconded!
Brilliant stuff Daniel!
I'm currently on my 10th viewing this morning. Goosebumps doesn't even do it justice!
Daniel, the video is stunning....thank you!
I look forward to you adding a happy ending!!
Seconded!
Brilliant stuff Daniel!
Thanks!
I think I may have watched it 20 times or more myself!
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I can't fucking wait now, I really can't. Come on my Villa Babbies, let's fuck these tarquin fuckers a new one!!!!!
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Sorry about the language, I just needed to splurge that out!!!!
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Great video. Seven fantastic goals in front of the Holte End.
So close to a replay with Blackpool… Gil's goal v Bournemouth… Given's save v Leicester, then Bacuna about to be substituted… The goals (what a lovely clean strike by Delph!) and atmosphere v the Albion… Incredible performance in the semi, what a day!
Let's remember all this if things aren't going our way on Saturday, not sit there sulking, keep the non-stop noise up and stay behind the lads all the way to climbing those steps.
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Let's remember all this if things aren't going our way on Saturday, not sit there sulking, keep the non-stop noise up and stay behind the lads all the way to climbing those steps.
What he said. Only 2 teams can get to the final.
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Let's remember all this if things aren't going our way on Saturday, not sit there sulking, keep the non-stop noise up and stay behind the lads all the way to climbing those steps.
What he said. Only 2 teams can get to the final.
Completely agree. I honestly can't see us winning (although every bone in my body is wishing my pessimistic nature would disappear just for this weekend) but if sheer passion and noise from the fans count for anything, we should be in with a decent shout (pun intended :p)
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Let's remember all this if things aren't going our way on Saturday, not sit there sulking, keep the non-stop noise up and stay behind the lads all the way to climbing those steps.
I totally agree, it Villa lose on Saturday all other Villa supporters should stay in the stadium and watch the players collect their medals. Meanwhile, I'll be running back to my car and taking advantage of the clear roads ;)
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Just had my tickets e-maild and printed them out, block 227 row 11 Gold (whatever that means)
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Gold (whatever that means)
Always believe in your soul, you've got the power to know, you're indestructible.
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Gold (whatever that means)
Always believe in your soul, you've got the power to know, you're indestructible.
Lol
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Right for those of you who were in Club Wembley for the semi - what can I wear - I know no replica shirts (would have worn my 1957 replica), but I have a claret and blue polo shirt - been trying investigate online but nothing definitive. Will that be OK to wear in your opinions?
We were there for the semi final, in the Club Wembley gold bit. I didn't see a single person with a replica shirt on. I did, however, see loads of people wearing scarves (I did myself).
On the ticket, it says you need to dress smart casual, and actually says "no trainers". I thought that'd be one of those things that they wouldn't turn you away for, but opted not to risk it. I also stuffed my scarf in my pocket when we entered, just in case.
As for generic clothing of club colours, I wouldn't risk that, either.
Where did you read that Paulie? I'm looking at a Club Wembley (bronze) ticket now and all I can see is "the wearing of replica club shirts is strictly prohibited" - nothing about footwear!
Edit: I found this on the Club Wembley website:
"DRESS CODE - There is no strict dress code within Club Wembley and the Bobby Moore Club, with the exception of replica club shirts."
I take it that doesn't apply at play off finals? At the Boro Norwich game it looked like everyone in Club Wembley was wearing a replica shirt.
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What a great video, just got goosebumps!
I just can't wait, even though I think it's going to Penalties and that might be more than I can handle!
Come on you Villa boys, bring it home.
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'Club Wembley' sounds like either a cheap 1970's plastic football or a cheap 1970's football game your parents would get you for Christmas rather than shelling out for Subbuteo.
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Right for those of you who were in Club Wembley for the semi - what can I wear - I know no replica shirts (would have worn my 1957 replica), but I have a claret and blue polo shirt - been trying investigate online but nothing definitive. Will that be OK to wear in your opinions?
We were there for the semi final, in the Club Wembley gold bit. I didn't see a single person with a replica shirt on. I did, however, see loads of people wearing scarves (I did myself).
On the ticket, it says you need to dress smart casual, and actually says "no trainers". I thought that'd be one of those things that they wouldn't turn you away for, but opted not to risk it. I also stuffed my scarf in my pocket when we entered, just in case.
As for generic clothing of club colours, I wouldn't risk that, either.
Where did you read that Paulie? I'm looking at a Club Wembley (bronze) ticket now and all I can see is "the wearing of replica club shirts is strictly prohibited" - nothing about footwear!
Edit: I found this on the Club Wembley website:
"DRESS CODE - There is no strict dress code within Club Wembley and the Bobby Moore Club, with the exception of replica club shirts."
I take it that doesn't apply at play off finals? At the Boro Norwich game it looked like everyone in Club Wembley was wearing a replica shirt.
Just no shirts in CW. Me and my bro wore claret and blue attire for the semi and will again on Saturday. The daft thing is, you can wear a club scarf? I don't know why but you can. Odd.
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Just had my tickets e-maild and printed them out, block 227 row 11 Gold (whatever that means)
It's the price.
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Only two more sleeps!
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Only two more sleeps!
One more sleep until I get the train!!!
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The Road to Wembley:
Watching that although the goals were crucial you cannot measure how important that save from Given was against Leicester - when our confidence was still very fragile that was a turning point
Fcuk me I am getting nervous now
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For anyone who likes a flutter Dafabet are offering a free bet on the champs league final if you bet on the fa cup final (max £30). Villa are at 6.5 so a £30 bet gives you £165 profit with a free bet to come....
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I am surrounded by plastic mancs (I work in Stockport) from both colours and only a few genuine fans. Interestingly the new fans of both colours cannot understand my nerves and excitement. The older ones all agree its the greatest cup competition in the world and are envious of me.
Well done Sky your marketing in the end will come through and the emperors new clothes of Premiership and Chumps league will win.
Thankfully proper football fans still know the importance of Saturday
I cannot believe how nervous I am starting to feel
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Wonder what SKY are showing at 5.30pm on Saturday?
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I am surrounded by plastic mancs (I work in Stockport) from both colours and only a few genuine fans. Interestingly the new fans of both colours cannot understand my nerves and excitement. The older ones all agree its the greatest cup competition in the world and are envious of me.
Well done Sky your marketing in the end will come through and the emperors new clothes of Premiership and Chumps league will win.
Thankfully proper football fans still know the importance of Saturday
I cannot believe how nervous I am starting to feel
Hookey are you finding most neutrals are wishing us victory more than Arsenal? Or do they even have a preference?
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Wonder what SKY are showing at 5.30pm on Saturday?
Check it out here: http://www1.skysports.com/watch/tv-guide/30-05-2015
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Jeeze i'm getting stupidly nervous!
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http://www.avfc.co.uk/page/BlogsEntry/0,,10265~4748706,00.html
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Pre-match meal will definitely include Imodium.
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The Road to Wembley:
Watching that although the goals were crucial you cannot measure how important that save from Given was against Leicester - when our confidence was still very fragile that was a turning point
Fcuk me I am getting nervous now
That's why I included it. Such a vital moment in that game, and the run to the final too. Like you say as well, when confidence is low to see your goalkeeper pulling off saves like that, must be great.
Plus it was a fantastic save too.
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Weather in London looking good for Saturday 20c and sunny
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Pre-match meal will definitely include Imodium.
I won't be able to eat after lunchtime tomorrow as my stomach will be too knotted.
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I'm not getting much work done this week.
I've also acquired a second ticket so I'm no longer going alone :)
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I have the same problem mate. I've got tickets for the villa end from the Essex FA and need them in the arsenal end.
If you still have them can we arrange a swap?
Eddie
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Long time lurker, hoping for a bit of advice.
Been lucky enough to secure final tickets through a mate's ex-bosses uncle who works for the FA. Mates called today to say tickets have arrived, look great seats at the back of block 110. Only problem, this is the East stand!
From previous finals/semis, has anyone had experience of swapping with a tout outside to get tickets in Villa end?
Any advice gratefully received.
I'm in the opposite position I have 2 tickets in the villa end from the Essex FA and want two in the Arsenal end.
Do you fancy a mutual swap?
Eddie
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Long time lurker, hoping for a bit of advice.
Been lucky enough to secure final tickets through a mate's ex-bosses uncle who works for the FA. Mates called today to say tickets have arrived, look great seats at the back of block 110. Only problem, this is the East stand!
From previous finals/semis, has anyone had experience of swapping with a tout outside to get tickets in Villa end?
Any advice gratefully received.
I'm in the opposite position I have 2 tickets in the villa end from the Essex FA and want two in the villa end.
Do you fancy a mutual swap?
Eddie
Might be worth sending him a PM as it should send him an email letting him know he has a message.
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I've sent Julian a pm giving him a heads up about Eddie.
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Much appreciated, I have also corrected the obvious error in my post. My tickets are in the villa end and I want them in the arsenal end.
Cheers
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I'm heading up to Wembley on my own, is anyone meeting for a beer beforehand, if so would be good to meet up. Bit sad I know, but I'm the only Villa fan where I live and apart from my dad and brother, who aren't going to the game, I don't really know any other Villa fans.
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I'm heading up to Wembley on my own, is anyone meeting for a beer beforehand, if so would be good to meet up. Bit sad I know, but I'm the only Villa fan where I live and apart from my dad and brother, who aren't going to the game, I don't really know any other Villa fans.
Maybe go to the Clay Oven, £10 a ticket but will be plenty in there without tickets watching the game on big screens.
I may have misread and you have a ticket, so possibly ignore that!
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Eddie
I have two £90 tickets in block 110 in Arsenal end and would definitely be interested in a swap. What block / price are your tickets
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Shay Given could be fit to face Arsenal in the FA Cup final.
Given missed the Burnley defeat with a groin injury.
Tim Sherwood was concerned about the keeper's fitness as he faced the press following the Clarets match.
But he was more upbeat on the former Man City stopper as he discussed Wembley matters with the media on the eve of the Arsenal game.
Sherwood revealed that Given is now back in training at Bodymoor Heath as the team gear up for the Gunners clash.
Sherwood also confirmed that Kieran Richardson is back in training too.
Richardson has been absent with the Southampton and Burnley games with a calf issue.
But Sherwood describes his chances of making the showpiece final as "a possibility."
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I've sent Julian a pm giving him a heads up about Eddie.
Thanks for the PM, don't think I can PM myself as not enough posts. Doing this on my phone as on holiday till tomorrow (cutting it short due to getting tickets).
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Under Eddie's name there is an envelope, if you click that you should be able to email him which may be best for you if you can't pm?
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Under Eddie's name there is an envelope, if you click that you should be able to email him which may be best for you if you can't pm?
PWS, couldn't see the option from the mobile version if the site but switched to full version and hopefully the message has been sent to Eddie. Thanks for your help.
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It's time for you to once again inspire the team at Wembley - and create a claret and blue wall of colour at the FA Cup final.
Villa face Arsenal on Saturday on the biggest domestic football stage - and you can play your part.
After the success of our crowd mosaic at the FA Cup semi-final following the suggestions of several fan groups, we can confirm that we will be going one step further for the showpiece final with the Gunners.
There will be a scarf mosaic on Saturday to create a visual effect to encourage the team as they make their entrance into the stadium.
Not only will the scarf serve as a fantastic final memento, it will also help you form a striking sight across Wembley.
When you arrive in the stadium you will notice a scarf attached to your seat.
The scarf will be either claret or blue, with a different design on each side.
Please do not remove any scarves from other supporters seats - we need everyone to play their part on the day to ensure we achieve the effect of a mosaic display.
And it's also important that everyone receives their souvenir of the day and respects their fellow fans.
All you need to do is hold the scarf above your head with either side facing the pitch as the players come out of the tunnel - and it should form an amazing sight for those witnessing the Wembley spectacular.
We hope you enjoy a great day out at Wembley and thank you for the ongoing support.
*Please note that due to receiving an extra allocation of tickets, a number of supporters will not receive a scarf in their block on the day.
You will be contacted and receive a voucher post-final for you to be able to redeem in the club shop and collect your scarf next week.
Every single Villa fan at Wembley will receive a souvenir cup final flag. This will be placed on your seat.
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Prince William explains why he's a villa fan http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/32918954
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Fuck, we'll be two up in less than 48 hours!
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Aston Villa fan Prince William says he is starting to feel the nerves ahead of Saturday's FA Cup final with Arsenal.
The Duke of Cambridge, who is also the FA president, will be at Wembley to watch the game and present the trophy to the winning side.
In an interview with Gary Lineker for Football Focus, Prince William, 32, said: "I'm nervous now. I'm terrified."
Prince William also spoke of his hopes Prince George and Princess Charlotte will grow up to be Aston Villa fans.
In his first broadcast interview since the birth of Charlotte on 2 May, which will be broadcast on BBC One at 12:10 BST this Saturday, Prince William talked about:
how he first became an Aston Villa fan
his thoughts about Aston Villa under Tim Sherwood
his role as FA president
his desire to see racism in football "stamped out"
his support for grassroots football
Prince William said he became a Villa fan when he was at school because he was keen to follow a team that could give him more "emotional moments".
"I was looking round for clubs to support and all my friends at school were either Manchester United fans or Chelsea fans," he said.
"I didn't really want to follow the run-of-the-mill teams, and I wanted to have a team that was more middle of the table, that could give me the more emotional rollercoaster moments. To be honest, now looking back, that was a bad idea…I could have had an easier time!"
Prince William plans to let his children make their own choice when it comes to choosing the team they support but said it would be hard not to encourage them to follow in his footsteps.
"The responsible thing would be to say, to let [George] make his own mind up, but I think I might be quite biased," he added.
"I haven't quite worked out how to play that yet. Of course he can support whoever he wants, but if he supports Villa, it'd be fantastic. I'd love to go to the odd match with him in the future.
"It'll probably end up being that Charlotte is the Villa fan and George will go and support someone else!"
Aston Villa have won the FA Cup seven times but their last victory was in 1957.
Whatever happens on Saturday, Prince William believes the club has a bright future with Tim Sherwood as manager.
He said: "I think it's been an interesting season for Villa, the last two seasons have been quite hard work, being close to relegation
"The guys have battled through, they've done seriously well, and I'm really excited about Tim's leadership, he's doing a really great job with them."
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Much appreciated, I have also corrected the obvious error in my post. My tickets are in the villa end and I want them in the arsenal end.
Cheers
Hi Eddie,
Julian has asked me to pass on his email and mobile via PM as he can't pm at the moment. Let me know you got my m okay please.
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Wembley guide from the OS
http://www.avfc.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/0,,10265~4748452,00.html
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Prince William explains why he's a villa fan http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/32918954
I hope to God for all our sakes he gets to hand over old big ears (not lineker) to Delph on Saturday. Amen.
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This is getting mental. Just watched the Prince William interview, read the interviews with our three surviving players from 57, now the scarves, it's none stop and my nerves have finally started to kick in big time. I'll be meeting up with my father tomorrow and I know all conversation will be about the game. Saturday is going to be one of the longest days of my life, I can feel it and there's no where to hide. I've hardly got any work done this week and I'm normally really calm before games, even the big ones but this one is so different.
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This is getting mental. Just watched the Prince William interview, read the interviews with our three surviving players from 57, now the scarves, it's none stop and my nerves have finally started to kick in big time. I'll be meeting up with my father tomorrow and I know all conversation will be about the game. Saturday is going to be one of the longest days of my life, I can feel it and there's no where to hide. I've hardly got any work done this week and I'm normally really calm before games, even the big ones but this one is so different.
Watched this yet?
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Shame the Royal family isn't what it was. Because if they were Prince William could have ordered beheadings for the entire Arsenal side if they dared to win the cup. They are so soft nowadays.
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Couldn't we get him to ask his Gran to buy us off Randy?
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Couldn't we get him to ask his Gran to buy us off Randy?
That would appropriate. Taxes at work, every working man and woman helping to fund our transfer kitty and ultimately global domination.
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Anyone else going through phases? I've had days where I'm confident of victory and then I have days where I think we're going to get hammered.
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This is getting mental. Just watched the Prince William interview, read the interviews with our three surviving players from 57, now the scarves, it's none stop and my nerves have finally started to kick in big time. I'll be meeting up with my father tomorrow and I know all conversation will be about the game. Saturday is going to be one of the longest days of my life, I can feel it and there's no where to hide. I've hardly got any work done this week and I'm normally really calm before games, even the big ones but this one is so different.
Watched this yet?
Your video? Yes I have fella, numerous times and it's bloody marvellous. For me, there's only one thing better than watching a Villa goal, it's watching the Villa fans celebrate a goal.
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There's a picture of Benteke celebrating Delph's goal at Wembley. It's one where he is turned to the crowd giving it the big one while behind him the other players are congratulating Delph. It's a brilliant picture.
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Anyone else going through phases? I've had days where I'm confident of victory and then I have days where I think we're going to get hammered.
I am very confident today. Getting hammered does not worry me it's unlucky loss that does.
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Anyone else going through phases? I've had days where I'm confident of victory and then I have days where I think we're going to get hammered.
I am very confident today. Getting hammered does not worry me it's unlucky loss that does.
Losing without trying will make me angry. Losing because we tried everything but lost to the better side on the day is something that is very much a part of sport.
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Tim Sherwood is relishing putting Villa in the history books by leading them to FA Cup glory this weekend - and he insists that belief is the key ingredient.
Sherwood has much admiration for Arsenal and their long-serving boss Arsene Wenger.
He says that the Gunners are the "best footballing side" in the Barclays Premier League.
But he's confident his "underdogs" can turn the tables on the holders on Saturday.
Manager Sherwood has faith in his team - and he is confident his players have faith in themselves to go and perform on the biggest stage.
He said: "It feels good to be involved this weekend.
"We are excited at the prospect. We know it's a big occasion. To be involved in an FA Cup final is a fantastic achievement for the football club.
"It's a one-off game. Form goes out of the window.
"Everyone has a chance to make a name for themselves. The club haven't won a trophy for a long time so it's an opportunity for everyone to write the history books again.
"I thoroughly believe we will get a performance like the one we put in against Liverpool. You have to believe that.
"Hopefully we can nullify Arsenal's threats and take the game to them. That's what we intend to do.
"Arsenal are the favourites. They've been there and done it before. They are the holders of the trophy. It will be very difficult for us.
"But we're not going there to make the numbers up. We aim to give them a good game.
"I know what the boys are capable of and they have proved that in this FA Cup run.
"On the big occasions they have produced the goods. They need to do it one more time.
"I think we've been underdogs all season. The games - when pressure has been on us - we've actually produced - away at Tottenham, at Wembley against Liverpool in the semi-final, that huge game we had in the FA Cup against West Brom.
"We managed to put in good displays and they have been good enough to get us victories so I'm hoping we can do that again.
"This is an opportunity to pick up another trophy for this fantastic football club and for the players to put themselves in the history books. There's a hero in that dressing room somewhere.
"My message to the fans is 'enjoy the day.'
"We want to make sure we're back there in August for the Community Shield because that means we've won the FA Cup. Then we have a European campaign to take care of as well.
"I want them to enjoy the day and believe. We need to believe in that dressing room and on that pitch. There's nothing wrong with believing.
"We know we're going to be the underdogs but we quite relish that fact.
"We've pulled it off by staying in the league and we need to pull it off by winning the FA Cup.
"We are not going to win it by not passing the ball. We need to move the ball around the field and get our expansive players on the ball in areas of the field that can hurt Arsenal because we can't just look to nullify.
"We need to nullify Arsenal's threats with our own."
Sherwood spoke of his admiration for the Gunners - and their boss Arsene Wenger.
He continued: "I think they're probably the best football team in the league. If you let them play, they can hurt you.
"They have players who can win a game by themselves. They are a top, top football team.
"They have proved that in the Premier League over many years. They are obviously the holders of the competition too.
"Arsene Wenger believes in his philosophy and he doesn't sway from that. He sticks to his beliefs. I know exactly how Arsenal will play. I admire him for sticking to his guns.
"They have an opportunity to win another trophy. We have to make sure we stop them."
Sherwood admits winning the trophy would be big news for Villa - and for the younger generation of supporter coming to B6 next season and in the years to come.
He added: "They have never seen a trophy lifted.
"The older generation have seen a lot of history and they remember good times.
"Their sons and family members are probably fed up of listening to it and they want to see some themselves.
"So I'm just praying I can give them that."
Sherwood confirmed that Shay Given and Kieran Richardson are back in training.
He said he's not decided his cup final keeper yet while he added that the fit-again left-back was a "possibility" for the weekend.
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I was unusually confident before the Liverpool match, I can't say the same for Saturday but that's the normal default setting!
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Anyone else going through phases? I've had days where I'm confident of victory and then I have days where I think we're going to get hammered.
I am very confident today. Getting hammered does not worry me it's unlucky loss that does.
Losing without trying will make me angry. Losing because we tried everything but lost to the better side on the day is something that is very much a part of sport.
Losing in any way will leave me in a foul mood. But we are going to win so it doesn't matter.
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There's a picture of Benteke celebrating Delph's goal at Wembley. It's one where he is turned to the crowd giving it the big one while behind him the other players are congratulating Delph. It's a brilliant picture.
My favourite video image from that game was Benteke's reaction to scoring, Delph runs over to congratulate him and the look of shock and amusement on Delph's face at Benteke going absolutely crazy is a real joy. God knows what Benteke was screaming but it almost scared Delph away.
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There's a picture of Benteke celebrating Delph's goal at Wembley. It's one where he is turned to the crowd giving it the big one while behind him the other players are congratulating Delph. It's a brilliant picture.
My favourite video image from that game was Benteke's reaction to scoring, Delph runs over to congratulate him and the look of shock and amusement on Delph's face at Benteke going absolutely crazy is a real joy. God knows what Benteke was screaming but it almost scared Delph away.
Yep that was ace too. I guess I always love it when a player goes mental for a goal for a teammate. Seen Cleverley do that too a few times!
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This is getting mental. Just watched the Prince William interview, read the interviews with our three surviving players from 57, now the scarves, it's none stop and my nerves have finally started to kick in big time. I'll be meeting up with my father tomorrow and I know all conversation will be about the game. Saturday is going to be one of the longest days of my life, I can feel it and there's no where to hide. I've hardly got any work done this week and I'm normally really calm before games, even the big ones but this one is so different.
Watched this yet?
Your video? Yes I have fella, numerous times and it's bloody marvellous. For me, there's only one thing better than watching a Villa goal, it's watching the Villa fans celebrate a goal.
I was meant to post the link there.. but didn't.
Cheers! Goosebump central it was described as on Twitter earlier, had such an amazing response to it.
How good would it be to get it on the Wembley big screens prior to kick off.
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Will Lambert get a medal for getting us through rounds 3 and 4?
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Prince William explains why he's a villa fan http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/32918954
Isn't his half brother Harry Hewitt a gooner ?
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It's time for you to once again inspire the team at Wembley - and create a claret and blue wall of colour at the FA Cup final.
Villa face Arsenal on Saturday on the biggest domestic football stage - and you can play your part.
After the success of our crowd mosaic at the FA Cup semi-final following the suggestions of several fan groups, we can confirm that we will be going one step further for the showpiece final with the Gunners.
There will be a scarf mosaic on Saturday to create a visual effect to encourage the team as they make their entrance into the stadium.
Not only will the scarf serve as a fantastic final memento, it will also help you form a striking sight across Wembley.
When you arrive in the stadium you will notice a scarf attached to your seat.
The scarf will be either claret or blue, with a different design on each side.
Please do not remove any scarves from other supporters seats - we need everyone to play their part on the day to ensure we achieve the effect of a mosaic display.
And it's also important that everyone receives their souvenir of the day and respects their fellow fans.
All you need to do is hold the scarf above your head with either side facing the pitch as the players come out of the tunnel - and it should form an amazing sight for those witnessing the Wembley spectacular.
We hope you enjoy a great day out at Wembley and thank you for the ongoing support.
*Please note that due to receiving an extra allocation of tickets, a number of supporters will not receive a scarf in their block on the day.
You will be contacted and receive a voucher post-final for you to be able to redeem in the club shop and collect your scarf next week.
Every single Villa fan at Wembley will receive a souvenir cup final flag. This will be placed on your seat.
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That's brilliant. Look forward to my scarf.
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Will Lambert get a medal for getting us through rounds 3 and 4?
Not forgetting the Marshall Brothers...
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Really disappointed for a mate of mine. He bought a ticket on the web and paid via PayPal last week. No sign of the ticket and the seller has stopped communicating, so looking ominous.
Worst of all, a friend of mine came good with 4 tickets yesterday and I have them earmarked for some people I know but could have put one aside for him.
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I love everything that Sherwood has said in that article on the last page. Especially this:
"This is an opportunity to pick up another trophy for this fantastic football club and for the players to put themselves in the history books. There's a hero in that dressing room somewhere"
"I want them to enjoy the day and believe. We need to believe in that dressing room and on that pitch. There's nothing wrong with believing"
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Really disappointed for a mate of mine. He bought a ticket on the web and paid via PayPal last week. No sign of the ticket and the seller has stopped communicating, so looking ominous.
Worst of all, a friend of mine came good with 4 tickets yesterday and I have them earmarked for some people I know but could have put one aside for him.
Well, any spares, Pat, I'm sure I can unburden you.
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I know its a long shot but I do hope Carles Gil makes it to the subs bench on Saturday....and then on the pitch up front with Benteke.
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Should we be in the mood to celebrate on Saturday night / Sunday morning, there's a rather nice Franciacorta brut sparkling wine from Italy at Aldi for £14.99. The name? "Villa Emozione" (I think that means Villa Emotion). Perfect.
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Should we be in the mood to celebrate on Saturday night / Sunday morning, there's a rather nice Franciacorta brut sparkling wine from Italy at Aldi for £14.99. The name? "Villa Emozione" (I think that means Villa Emotion). Perfect.
Is there an Aldi next door to Wembley?
When we win I'm staying in the area...might buy 2 bottles...those I'm with can get their own!
;-)
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Should we be in the mood to celebrate on Saturday night / Sunday morning, there's a rather nice Franciacorta brut sparkling wine from Italy at Aldi for £14.99. The name? "Villa Emozione" (I think that means Villa Emotion). Perfect.
Is there an Aldi next door to Wembley?
When we win I'm staying in the area...might buy 2 bottles...those I'm with can get their own!
;-)
My expert consumer advice is to get a couple of bottles in now for the fridge and pop 'em when you get home.
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It's time for you to once again inspire the team at Wembley - and create a claret and blue wall of colour at the FA Cup final.
Villa face Arsenal on Saturday on the biggest domestic football stage - and you can play your part.
After the success of our crowd mosaic at the FA Cup semi-final following the suggestions of several fan groups, we can confirm that we will be going one step further for the showpiece final with the Gunners.
There will be a scarf mosaic on Saturday to create a visual effect to encourage the team as they make their entrance into the stadium.
Not only will the scarf serve as a fantastic final memento, it will also help you form a striking sight across Wembley.
When you arrive in the stadium you will notice a scarf attached to your seat.
The scarf will be either claret or blue, with a different design on each side.
Please do not remove any scarves from other supporters seats - we need everyone to play their part on the day to ensure we achieve the effect of a mosaic display.
And it's also important that everyone receives their souvenir of the day and respects their fellow fans.
All you need to do is hold the scarf above your head with either side facing the pitch as the players come out of the tunnel - and it should form an amazing sight for those witnessing the Wembley spectacular.
We hope you enjoy a great day out at Wembley and thank you for the ongoing support.
*Please note that due to receiving an extra allocation of tickets, a number of supporters will not receive a scarf in their block on the day.
You will be contacted and receive a voucher post-final for you to be able to redeem in the club shop and collect your scarf next week.
Every single Villa fan at Wembley will receive a souvenir cup final flag. This will be placed on your seat.
Sounds interesting. Really looking forward to seeing it.
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That reminds me...I've had a bottle of Lanson champagne waiting for a good excuse to be opened for about a year. Hoping Saturday night is the perfect time to raise a toast! :)
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Should we be in the mood to celebrate on Saturday night / Sunday morning, there's a rather nice Franciacorta brut sparkling wine from Italy at Aldi for £14.99. The name? "Villa Emozione" (I think that means Villa Emotion). Perfect.
Is there an Aldi next door to Wembley?
When we win I'm staying in the area...might buy 2 bottles...those I'm with can get their own!
;-)
My expert consumer advice is to get a couple of bottles in now for the fridge and pop 'em when you get home.
I've told Mrs fmwmu that I'll be home by Tuesday, in time to open my birthday cards! I'll probably be quite happy and a tad thirsty.
Your advice is doubly appreciated Jimbo!
Cheers!
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Should we be in the mood to celebrate on Saturday night / Sunday morning, there's a rather nice Franciacorta brut sparkling wine from Italy at Aldi for £14.99. The name? "Villa Emozione" (I think that means Villa Emotion). Perfect.
Is there an Aldi next door to Wembley?
When we win I'm staying in the area...might buy 2 bottles...those I'm with can get their own!
;-)
My expert consumer advice is to get a couple of bottles in now for the fridge and pop 'em when you get home.
I've told Mrs fmwmu that I'll be home by Tuesday, in time to open my birthday cards! I'll probably be quite happy and a tad thirsty.
Your advice is doubly appreciated Jimbo!
Cheers!
Let's hope it's a very happy birthday.
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Really disappointed for a mate of mine. He bought a ticket on the web and paid via PayPal last week. No sign of the ticket and the seller has stopped communicating, so looking ominous.
Worst of all, a friend of mine came good with 4 tickets yesterday and I have them earmarked for some people I know but could have put one aside for him.
Well, any spares, Pat, I'm sure I can unburden you.
Sorry Jimbo but they are earmarked for some of the boys from the Kingston Lions. Wherever you are watching I hope you enjoy it - and that you are shitting yourself less than I am.
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No problem, Pat. I'm as jittery as Cliff Richard's lawyer; I've really no idea what to expect.
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Opinions / suggestions required - me and a couple of mates are trying to decide where to watch match (we couldn't get tickets).
Travel down to Wembley for atmosphere etc and watch in pub round there. Any suggestions, was Clay Oven any good for semi final?
Or should we go into Birmingham city centre... again, any thoughts on good venues?
Thanks in advance... UTV!
(Nerves are building...)
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20 minutes before the end, we're 2-0 up, you can all walk in free to the Arsenal end. They'll all be leaving or back home by then.
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Really disappointed for a mate of mine. He bought a ticket on the web and paid via PayPal last week. No sign of the ticket and the seller has stopped communicating, so looking ominous.
Worst of all, a friend of mine came good with 4 tickets yesterday and I have them earmarked for some people I know but could have put one aside for him.
Really sorry to read that. So many scammers about. I'm sure you are aware, but PayPal and a credit card should ideally offer a couple of layers of protection; especially if it was credit card rather than debit I think you can call the bank to stop the payment going through, and I presume there is the paypal route too?
Of course ideally not losing the money, does not bring the ticket to him :/
Maybe if he travels and a spare comes up (given he's been ripped off already) people will think of you/him...
(Obviously I know there are still plenty hunting, no disrespect to them...)
On brighter notes, how great is this thread! So good chatting to neutrals who note how we can click/peak and want us to win...
Fight like lions...
Believe...
Fabian leading them out. A loyal man. Who wants this badly. We have drive. We have determination. We have skill and flair.
The scarves are made. A flag each.
How much noise can we make?
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On the subject of champers, I was anointed to a Gloucestershire fans tradition in 94. Fizz with breakfast before hitting Wembley.
I was old enough to drink some in 96. I reintroduced it to start the weekend before the Bolton semi in 2000 but was not in charge of the final and so we didn't.
2010 was a blur of work both times and I arranged nothing. So for the semi final this time I left nothing to chance and took a decent bottle with me. Winner!
The team for the weekend have all been informed they must take a bottle and start the day that way. And they are.
Even if you can't be there, a cheeky glass of breakfast fizz is recommended. In fact, it is your duty!
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Really disappointed for a mate of mine. He bought a ticket on the web and paid via PayPal last week. No sign of the ticket and the seller has stopped communicating, so looking ominous.
Worst of all, a friend of mine came good with 4 tickets yesterday and I have them earmarked for some people I know but could have put one aside for him.
Really sorry to read that. So many scammers about. I'm sure you are aware, but PayPal and a credit card should ideally offer a couple of layers of protection; especially if it was credit card rather than debit I think you can call the bank to stop the payment going through, and I presume there is the paypal route too?
Of course ideally not losing the money, does not bring the ticket to him :/
Maybe if he travels and a spare comes up (given he's been ripped off already) people will think of you/him...
(Obviously I know there are still plenty hunting, no disrespect to them...)
On brighter notes, how great is this thread! So good chatting to neutrals who note how we can click/peak and want us to win...
Fight like lions...
Believe...
Fabian leading them out. A loyal man. Who wants this badly. We have drive. We have determination. We have skill and flair.
The scarves are made. A flag each.
How much noise can we make?
He'll be able to put in a claim via Paypal for non-provision of goods purchased. Full details are on Paypal website.
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On the subject of champers, I was anointed to a Gloucestershire fans tradition in 94. Fizz with breakfast before hitting Wembley.
I was old enough to drink some in 96. I reintroduced it to start the weekend before the Bolton semi in 2000 but was not in charge of the final and so we didn't.
2010 was a blur of work both times and I arranged nothing. So for the semi final this time I left nothing to chance and took a decent bottle with me. Winner!
The team for the weekend have all been informed they must take a bottle and start the day that way. And they are.
Even if you can't be there, a cheeky glass of breakfast fizz is recommended. In fact, it is your duty!
I might just do that!
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He'll be able to put in a claim via Paypal for non-provision of goods purchased. Full details are on Paypal website.
Depends if the money was sent as a "friends and family" payment. If he did that, you can't claim iirc.
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That would be a bit of a shit stick. Lesson learned...don't pay for goods before seeing them unless via official online outlets.
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Just been thinking that it may be a nice souvenir to buy a match programme. Are they worth buying and how much do they charge for them at Wembley? Did anyone get one for the semi-final?
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Friends and family option is good if it's someone you know you can trust as Paypal take no fees from the payment. Not a good way to pay a stranger though.
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Just been thinking that it may be a nice souvenir to buy a match programme. Are they worth buying and how much do they charge for them at Wembley? Did anyone get one for the semi-final?
Think it's £10 for the final. Pretty sure they were a fiver for the semi.
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http://www.englandstore.com/p/54776/Arsenal-v-Aston-Villa---FA-Cup-Final-Match-Programme
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He'll be able to put in a claim via Paypal for non-provision of goods purchased. Full details are on Paypal website.
Depends if the money was sent as a "friends and family" payment. If he did that, you can't claim iirc.
I think you are right gents and ta for your comments. Sadly whatever recourse he has will not help him get to the final. Getting his money back in a fortnight will be of no consolation.
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Just been thinking that it may be a nice souvenir to buy a match programme. Are they worth buying and how much do they charge for them at Wembley? Did anyone get one for the semi-final?
The semi one was pretty good, actually. Regular sized programme but I suspect this one will be a massive.
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http://www.englandstore.com/p/54776/Arsenal-v-Aston-Villa---FA-Cup-Final-Match-Programme
Cheers richl. Buying online may be better option to keep it in good condition.
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Just a few hours left at work and then it all begins.
I shall enjoy a weekend in the company of people that I travelled with, watching the Villa far and wide for many years. We only gather together a couple of times a season these days, but to enjoy a few drinks, remember the old days and watch our club in the FA Cup Final will be very special.
I missed the Semi but went to Wembley with Walsall and although I had a good day out it was like being a guest at a strangers party, all very nice but there was something not quite right.
To see our colours all the way down the motorway, into London, in and around the pubs and on the streets, heading up Wembley Way and massed at the West End of the ground will have me bursting with pride. The heritage, history and stature of Aston Villa will course through my veins and hopefully that of the players.
To all those heading to Wembley, watching at home and around the world, this is a time to savour, a time to be thankful, a time to be loud and proud.
Stay safe, enjoy and most of all, Up The Villa.
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Fortunately been busy at work, so have not thought it about this game 24 hours per day!
Now I am starting to feel nervous and very excited, the prospect of our team winning the FA cup is a wonderful feeling
I hope that all Villa fans who are travelling down to Wembley and the ones not fortunate enough to get a ticket have a brilliant May 30th 2015, and lets hope that when we walk out of Wembley that the CUP is ours
If you see someone shedding a few tears at the final whistle if we win the CUP, then that will be me!
Up the VILLA
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I am that excited I could shit. Ain't much getting done at work this morning.
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Looks like I've been able to arrange a ticket swap with Eddie the Arsenal fan, so we can be on The Villa section. Many thanks to PeterWithesShin for the alert and help in swapping contact information.
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One more sleep until potentially the best day in my life. Trying to make the women at work understand how important it is is a waste of time. If one of them were getting married tomorrow, we'd have heard about it for weeks and weeks. They just don't get it do they?
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Great news Julian - the power of this thread strikes again!!
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Just been thinking that it may be a nice souvenir to buy a match programme. Are they worth buying and how much do they charge for them at Wembley? Did anyone get one for the semi-final?
The semi one was pretty good, actually. Regular sized programme but I suspect this one will be a massive.
Not too big I hope. I have to carry one to the States next Thursday
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Finished work for the week. Each day my thoughts have turned more and more to the Final so by Wednesday it was pretty much all I've been thinking about.
Become more nervous with each passing day so by kick off i'll be a complete wreck. Never ever felt like this before a game and im 12,000 miles away.
If you're going please give them a cheer for me and the others that cannot be there. Bring it back boys.
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Looks like I've been able to arrange a ticket swap with Eddie the Arsenal fan, so we can be on The Villa section. Many thanks to PeterWithesShin for the alert and help in swapping contact information.
that's great Julian...enjoy the atmosphere and the match..
UTV
The Doc
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The UK press seem very positive today about our chances. I think an upset could be on the cards.
Make some history boys!!!
UTV
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"Working from home" this morning, before heading to the airport after lunch.
Trying to finish prep for a trip to Holland on Monday but just not happening.
I can't remember being this nervous since my first game at VP in 1979 as an 8 year old.
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The UK press seem very positive today about our chances. I think an upset could be on the cards.
Make some history boys!!!
UTV
All is well with the universe.
Lawrenson has us down to lose :)
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Looks like I've been able to arrange a ticket swap with Eddie the Arsenal fan, so we can be on The Villa section. Many thanks to PeterWithesShin for the alert and help in swapping contact information.
that's great Julian...enjoy the atmosphere and the match..
UTV
The Doc
Yes that is great news. Well done to PWS ,yourself and Eddie of the Arsenal!
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The UK press seem very positive today about our chances. I think an upset could be on the cards.
Make some history boys!!!
UTV
All is well with the universe.
Lawrenson has us down to lose :)
Lawro having us down to lose means the Cup is in the bag!! Rejoice at that news!!!
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The UK press seem very positive today about our chances. I think an upset could be on the cards.
Make some history boys!!!
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All is well with the universe.
Lawrenson has us down to lose :)
Lawro having us down to lose means the Cup is in the bag!! Rejoice at that news!!!
He is a truly wonderful human being putting himself out to help us like that!
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Oh my God it's bloody tomorrow. How are we supposed to get work done today with the FA Cup final tomorrow?
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I dreamt about it last night. I think I had a six-hour panic attack.
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Getting the rattler down this afternoon, having a drink around Whitechapel tonight.
Have dreamt about this day for that long that I can't believe it's almost here.
Just hope the players do the club proud, of which I'm sure they will.
Come on you lions!
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Well folks, I'm not scared.
There will be more nerves in the build up and hour before but I'm just really excited. I've played and won sporting finals that meant a lot to me (as recent as three months ago) and while none of us can control the outcome on the pitch, at the very least I just want the boys to play up and I think they will. Off it, you lot at Wembley can and that's where I think we'll have an edge - we're more passionate about this one.
I like what Sherwood is about, he's good for this group of players and honest as the day is long. I'll be at the Charles Dickens in Melbourne with the Villa faithful, hopefully it's a rowdy turnout.
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I don't think I've ever wanted us to win a game more. After all the shit and humiliation we've suffered over the past five years, the O'Neil flounce, Houllier's scouse orgasm, TSM, TSM2, Chelsea away, Bradford, Millwall, Leyton Orient etc, lowest this, shittest that, the Krulak deception, the Bomb Squad, "we'll go again", Fergie's letter, the Shunammite, the false narrative and Christ knows what else, just win it, Villa, and blow it all the fuck away.
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Chill. It's just a few drinks, a laugh then a football match.
Followed by days of smiling or years of misery.
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I've prayed to the good lord that he plays the successful combination of Benteke, Charles N'Zogbia and Happy Jack up front. They can move the ball around fast and accurately. If he plays the ponderous overweight Agbonlahor I think we are done for. That player may still have a few remnants of the searing pace he had a few years ago but speed of thought and deed is certainly not his forte.
I see a repeat of our 57 triumph. 2-1. Benteke and Sanchez (when he comes on) to do us proud.
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I don't think I've ever wanted us to win a game more. After all the shit and humiliation we've suffered over the past five years, the O'Neil flounce, Houllier's scouse orgasm, TSM, TSM2, Chelsea away, Bradford, Millwall, Leyton Orient etc, lowest this, shittest that, the Krulak deception, the Bomb Squad, "we'll go again", Fergie's letter, the Shunammite, the false narrative and Christ knows what else, just win it, Villa, and blow it all the fuck away.
That's a brilliant summation. Do the business tomorrow and it really could draw a line under the relentless stream of unmitigated shit of the last 4-5 years
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I don't think I've ever wanted us to win a game more. After all the shit and humiliation we've suffered over the past five years, the O'Neil flounce, Houllier's scouse orgasm, TSM, TSM2, Chelsea away, Bradford, Millwall, Leyton Orient etc, lowest this, shittest that, the Krulak deception, the Bomb Squad, "we'll go again", Fergie's letter, the Shunammite, the false narrative and Christ knows what else, just win it, Villa, and blow it all the fuck away.
This.
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I shouldn't have bothered with coming in to the office this morning. I have done fuck all. My only achievement has been making a round of tea.
To say my mind is elsewhere is the greatest understatement of all time.
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I don't think I've ever wanted us to win a game more. After all the shit and humiliation we've suffered over the past five years, the O'Neil flounce, Houllier's scouse orgasm, TSM, TSM2, Chelsea away, Bradford, Millwall, Leyton Orient etc, lowest this, shittest that, the Krulak deception, the Bomb Squad, "we'll go again", Fergie's letter, the Shunammite, the false narrative and Christ knows what else, just win it, Villa, and blow it all the fuck away.
If we do win, everything that happens afterwards - Benteke probably going, not knowing if Sherwood is going to succeed, possible takeover - will feel like starting again. For as long as I can remember, I've wanted us to win this trophy, and I never, ever thought we would ever do it. I'm not sure I have any ambitions for the club beyond the FA Cup.
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I can't imagine how I'll feel if we win. I just pray I get the chance to experience that feeling.
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I don't think I've ever wanted us to win a game more. After all the shit and humiliation we've suffered over the past five years, the O'Neil flounce, Houllier's scouse orgasm, TSM, TSM2, Chelsea away, Bradford, Millwall, Leyton Orient etc, lowest this, shittest that, the Krulak deception, the Bomb Squad, "we'll go again", Fergie's letter, the Shunammite, the false narrative and Christ knows what else, just win it, Villa, and blow it all the fuck away.
And just to add... Bomb squad 2 (consisting mostly of players he'd signed only 12 months ago), Lamberts complete turnaround on his own young and hungry policy (or basically "I fucked up royally"), Shithouse and Karsey, and Roy fucking Keane.
But yes, agree entirely on the sentiment. Winning tomorrow will lift a huge cloud over this club. It'll be a memory to tearfully reminisce over until our death beds.
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I'll have to find a new answer to the question 'What do you want for Christmas?'
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I can't imagine how I'll feel if we win. I just pray I get the chance to experience that feeling.
I'm pretty sure I will cry and my son will take great delight in making sure everybody knows I did.
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I can't imagine how I'll feel if we win. I just pray I get the chance to experience that feeling.
I'm pretty sure I will cry and my son will take great delight in making sure everybody knows I did.
I was in tears at the semi-final - I will blub like a babby if we win!
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I received this email this morning from one of my mates who I am down Wemberlee with tomorrow. As you can imagine, as the day gets closer there has been constant chatter about this wondrous event, the constant need and want to talk about it. This email is in reference to the football related dreams he keeps having and what he hopes will be tonight's installment. I think you may glance a spot of plageurism, but still brought a smile.
"I call it, ‘A Football Carol’, and whilst asleep I will be visited by three ghosts.
The first will be the ghost of football past, and he will take me on a tour of all of Villa’s trophy wins, going back to the 19th Century.
Then, there will be the ghost of football present, who will show me a vision of Delph lifting the cup tomorrow, after Grealish has bagged the winner.
Finally, there will be the ghost of Footballing future, who will show me all the future glories we are set to win, having been kick started by this Cup Final.
I’ll wake up, and shout out of the window to the peasant (bluenose) in the street. “You boy, what day is it today?”
“Today?” replies the boy. “Why, it’s FA Cup Final day, Sir.”
“God bless us, everyone” says Tiny Tim Sherwood."
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Weather forecast now rain from 6PM and temperature dropping from 15 to 12 degrees
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Weather forecast now rain from 6PM and temperature dropping from 15 to 12 degrees
Rules out my planned Mankini
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Anyone else going through phases? I've had days where I'm confident of victory and then I have days where I think we're going to get hammered.
I am very confident today. Getting hammered does not worry me it's unlucky loss that does.
Some how not very confident today may be due to the fact that in today's papers it's all about the Villa!
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Anyone else get the feeling that Tim Sherwood might spring a surprise or two tomorrow in regards to formation and tactics? If Richardson isn't fit, then I just wonder whether he might go to a 3-5-2.
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I don't think I've ever wanted us to win a game more. After all the shit and humiliation we've suffered over the past five years, the O'Neil flounce, Houllier's scouse orgasm, TSM, TSM2, Chelsea away, Bradford, Millwall, Leyton Orient etc, lowest this, shittest that, the Krulak deception, the Bomb Squad, "we'll go again", Fergie's letter, the Shunammite, the false narrative and Christ knows what else, just win it, Villa, and blow it all the fuck away.
Quite brilliantly put
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I don't think I've ever wanted us to win a game more. After all the shit and humiliation we've suffered over the past five years, the O'Neil flounce, Houllier's scouse orgasm, TSM, TSM2, Chelsea away, Bradford, Millwall, Leyton Orient etc, lowest this, shittest that, the Krulak deception, the Bomb Squad, "we'll go again", Fergie's letter, the Shunammite, the false narrative and Christ knows what else, just win it, Villa, and blow it all the fuck away.
Well said, Jimbo
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In just under 4 hours I get in my car and turn the steering towards the direction of M40. I hope I will have enough strength in my arms to do that!
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I can't imagine how I'll feel if we win. I just pray I get the chance to experience that feeling.
This. Winning the Cup is the biggest ambition in my life. The thought of being 24 hours away from doing it is terrifying.
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I can't imagine how I'll feel if we win. I just pray I get the chance to experience that feeling.
This. Winning the Cup is the biggest ambition in my life. The thought of being 24 hours away from doing it is terrifying.
I actually have the shakes
Please God, Allah, Budda, Aliens,whofucking ever.................let our Villa win
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I saw the probable arsenal team on the TV last night and thought
Fu.ck
That looks good
Then thought of how crap they were against reading and we are
Aston villa....
We can do this ...
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can the kind poster who put that link up for buying FA cup final programes on line put it up again please, I cant find the post now
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Here you go (http://www.englandstore.com/p/54776/Arsenal-v-Aston-Villa---FA-Cup-Final-Match-Programme)
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I shouldn't have bothered with coming in to the office this morning. I have done fuck all. My only achievement has been making a round of tea.
To say my mind is elsewhere is the greatest understatement of all time.
sums up my week to be honest; checking H&V every 5 minutes to see if someone else has posted something of interest of there is an injury/fitness update has reduced my productivity below even normal levels...
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Setting off for the Midlands in a minute for an overnight stay at my folks. This is actually happening isn't it, we're playing in the cup final tomorrow!
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Setting off for the Midlands in a minute for an overnight stay at my folks. This is actually happening isn't it, we're playing in the cup final tomorrow!
(https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/originals/23/93/8b/23938bd56ffa302458768cd8e597d8f6.jpg)
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The Doc
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Getting the rattler down this afternoon, having a drink around Whitechapel tonight.
Have dreamt about this day for that long that I can't believe it's almost here.
Just hope the players do the club proud, of which I'm sure they will.
Come on you lions!
I might be cycling past, where will you be?!
I love Villa coming to town :-)
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Here you go (http://www.englandstore.com/p/54776/Arsenal-v-Aston-Villa---FA-Cup-Final-Match-Programme)
smashing thanks
people have asked me to get them a programme while I'm down there,
cant be arsed to be carrying a load of them round with me all day
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Anyone else get the feeling that Tim Sherwood might spring a surprise or two tomorrow in regards to formation and tactics? If Richardson isn't fit, then I just wonder whether he might go to a 3-5-2.
I really don't know what to think. Against these I'd go with both Westwood and Sanchez holding, have Benteke on his own up front ahead of Cleverly, Grealish, Delph (4-2-3-1), but I wouldn't be surprised if we're planning on bypassing the midfield a bit and trying to cause them problems with long balls to Benteke with Gabby's pace alongside him (like the first half of the Albion league game). The semi-final formation and performance would be fantastic but will that work as well again?
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Here you go (http://www.englandstore.com/p/54776/Arsenal-v-Aston-Villa---FA-Cup-Final-Match-Programme)
smashing thanks
people have asked me to get them a programme while I'm down there,
cant be arsed to be carrying a load of them round with me all day
Good point!
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Anyone else get the feeling that Tim Sherwood might spring a surprise or two tomorrow in regards to formation and tactics? If Richardson isn't fit, then I just wonder whether he might go to a 3-5-2.
I really don't know what to think. Against these I'd go with both Westwood and Sanchez holding, have Benteke on his own up front ahead of Cleverly, Grealish, Delph (4-2-3-1), but I wouldn't be surprised if we're planning on bypassing the midfield a bit and trying to cause them problems with long balls to Benteke with Gabby's pace alongside him (like the first half of the Albion league game). The semi-final formation and performance would be fantastic but will that work as well again?
Can't second guess it - just worried about the utter mare Sanchez had at the Emirates!
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Sitting at work. A bag of nerves but so excited. I can remember feeling exactly the same fifteen years ago. So much so they sent me home early as I wasn't getting anything done.
As that feeling has come to me so has the way I felt when I returned home after that game. So, so disappointed, knowing that we hadn't performed and missed a massive opportunity.
Let's hope the players know this and what an opportunity they have to become heroes.
I love the Villa, sometimes more than I should do I know but it's a time like this when I think what it all means to me. So boys don't let this chance pass you by as I don't think I can't wait another 15 years.
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I'm achieving fcuk all here at work today. It's utterly futile being here.
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We have to attack them. We can't defend and they are dangerous going forward. Their defence is a very weak for a top side. They can play both keepers if they like. They are both shit. I don't think it has been mentioned on here but I heard Wellbeck is out. That is good news. He has impressed me since he went there.
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I'm working from home, and have got quite a bit to do, but am doing fuck all as well!
I just keep staring at my tickets and dreaming.
And then reading the Benteke thread to balance my optimism and get depressed.....
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I'm achieving fcuk all here at work today. It's utterly futile being here.
seconded
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When are the teams announced tomorrow . Will it be around 16.30?
If Gabby's in I shall burst into tears!
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When are the teams announced tomorrow . Will it be around 16.30?
If Gabby's in I shall burst into tears!
Really? I think it's written for him to score. Over the years when we've needed big, important goals he has provided many.
However I understand what you're saying, and won't be shouting from the rooftops for him to play.
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Just finished in Salford, heading home now. And judging by the way I'm now feeling all of a sudden, I think work's been a useful distraction for a week. I'm, frankly, shitting myself. I want this so very, very much. And right now, my head and stomach are having a difference of opinion over the prospect of the unmentionable happening.
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The big decision Timothy?
GIVEN
BACUNA VLAAR OKORE HUTTON
CLEVERLEY WESTWOOD DELPH
SINCLAIR GREALISH
BENTEKE
thoughts? bacuna and hutton dodgy?
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Jack Grealish's dad due to be interviewed on Talksport some time between now and 1pm.
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Personally, I'd go with the semi team.
We need to be putting Mertesacke under pressure, with his lack of pace
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I would also go with the semi team, although last I heard Given was unlikely to be fit?
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EH!? I got my ticket straight after the window for ST holders.
Dear Lee,
You may have heard about our fan initiative ahead of the FA Cup final against Arsenal on Saturday to create a scarf mosaic as the players leave the tunnel. Our aim is to create a fantastic visual effect to inspire the team on their entrance to the pitch.
Due to an extra allocation of tickets received by the club for the game we are unfortunately unable to provide scarves for your block as part of our scarf mosaic.
Since you will not have a scarf on your seat on Saturday we will send you a voucher in the post next week which you will be able to redeem against a scarf in our club shop at Villa Village.
You will also have a souvenir cup final flag placed on your seat. Wave this as the players leave the tunnel to help play your part in creating a fantastic atmosphere ahead of kick-off and inspire the players as they take to the pitch.
Many thanks for your support,
Aston Villa Football Club
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I'm still at work. Three and a half hours to go. Achieved fuck all!
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Block 530.
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No way Hutton at LB.
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the last few days I have been waking up at all hours of the night nervously thinking about the game...but last night...nothing... I awoke this morning with the birds singing and I am unusually calm....looking forward to meeting up with my mates and have a couple before the game and watching the mighty Villa win the cup before gulping down double my own body weight in beer :)
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The Doc
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who then and would you drop hutton or bacuna?
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Block 530.
just got this from the club Lee...
Supporters sitting in blocks between 126-141 in the lower tier and 531-550 in the upper tier will have a scarf attached to their seat.
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the Doc
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Personally, I'd go with the semi team.
We need to be putting Mertesacke under pressure, with his lack of pace
Yep, same for me as well. LB is going to be a problem if Richardson is not fit.
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Block 530 was not late allocation, though.
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Block 530.
The flags are in blocks 126-141 and 531-550, so looks like you just missed out :(
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Block 530.
just got this from the club Lee...
Supporters sitting in blocks between 126-141 in the lower tier and 531-550 in the upper tier will have a scarf attached to their seat.
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the Doc
yeah and me.
anyone know if block 530, which I am also in, is a fully Villa one as I got mine through the Surrey FA so I can go with Mum, having given up my Villa ticket to someone else or whether there are a lot of FA tickets in the block too...
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If anybody is upset about not getting a scarf or a flag I will happily take your tickets off your hands.
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I can only echo what’s been said here. I’ve been asked a hundred times about tomorrow and I am just trying to finish off as soon as I can, so I can get home. I set off at 4:30am UK time tomorrow to get from here to my parking spot at Stanmore and every time I think about it I get a nervous feeling. I want to remain calm about it and say I will enjoy the day, but it’s the trophy I’ve dreamed of seeing us lifting since I was old enough to understand football.
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Personally, I'd go with the semi team.
We need to be putting Mertesacke under pressure, with his lack of pace
Yep, same for me as well. LB is going to be a problem if Richardson is not fit.
Aye. I'd put Lowton in at LB if Richardson isn't fit.
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Looks like I've been able to arrange a ticket swap with Eddie the Arsenal fan, so we can be on The Villa section. Many thanks to PeterWithesShin for the alert and help in swapping contact information.
Tell him I'm sorry for calling him a Tarquin. ;-)
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Personally, I'd go with the semi team.
We need to be putting Mertesacke under pressure, with his lack of pace
Yep, same for me as well. LB is going to be a problem if Richardson is not fit.
Aye. I'd put Lowton in at LB if Richardson isn't fit.
same here gervilla...
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the Doc
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Jack Grealish's dad due to be interviewed on Talksport some time between now and 1pm.
On now
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is everyone getting a free scarf i had email earlier saying i do
Supporters sitting in blocks between 126-141 in the lower tier and 531-550 in the upper tier will have a scarf attached to their seat. Not only will the scarf serve as a fantastic momento and souvenir of the occasion for yourself, but we would also like you to help form a sea of claret and blue across Wembley.
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I can't see Sinclair starting.
The fullbacks scare me but if Richardson isn't fit, I don't see what else can be done. Baker could play left back but he'd get left for dead by Sanchez/Walcott et al
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Guzan
Hutton Okore Vlaar Clark
Bacuna Cleverley Westwood Delph
Grealish
Benteke
What is our injury news?
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No. We're in Block 530 so miss out. If anyone can grab one left behind or not claimed at the end of the game for Freddy I'll be eternally grateful.
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Been listening to 5 Live all morning and there's been a lot of positivity regarding our chances tomorrow.
I'm getting so bloody excited!
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No. We're in Block 530 so miss out. If anyone can grab one left behind or not claimed at the end of the game for Freddy I'll be eternally grateful.
I'm sure I read somewhere that the club is giving scarves to all Villa fans with Wembley tickets, some on the day for display and the rest after the final at the club shop.
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Guzan
Hutton Okore Vlaar Clark
Bacuna Cleverley Westwood Delph
Grealish
Benteke
What is our injury news?
Rommel's not fit apparentely.
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Block 530.
Just accept this pain as you will (and me) will gain when Fabian lifts the cup........................
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How am I supposed to hold up my scarf and wave my flag at the same time?
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No. We're in Block 530 so miss out. If anyone can grab one left behind or not claimed at the end of the game for Freddy I'll be eternally grateful.
If I keep hold of mine I will hand it to you at the first home game next season.
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I won't be getting a scarf tomorrow, but will gladly donate a tenner to someone's chosen charity (or bank) if they can spare me theirs.
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How am I supposed to hold up my scarf and wave my flag at the same time?
You are not a lady than?
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Wife and I were name checked by my elder son who was interviewed yesterday by Radio Shropshire for a short F.A. Cup Final feature. Broadcast just before 8.00 a.m. this morning:-
Link:- http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p02rf4d1#auto
1 hr 56 mins in.
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Block 530.
just got this from the club Lee...
Supporters sitting in blocks between 126-141 in the lower tier and 531-550 in the upper tier will have a scarf attached to their seat.
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the Doc
yeah and me.
anyone know if block 530, which I am also in, is a fully Villa one as I got mine through the Surrey FA so I can go with Mum, having given up my Villa ticket to someone else or whether there are a lot of FA tickets in the block too...
i think it says at very bottom left of ticket. It will say County FA & either Aston Villa/ Arsenal. It is neutral though so not definitely one or the other
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Oh well section 529 looks like we miss out as well. Will just have to take my own.
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Block 530.
The flags are in blocks 126-141 and 531-550, so looks like you just missed out :(
And anyone in 530 that gets one is a thief!
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"The scarf will be either claret or blue, with a different design on each side. "
"All you need to do is hold the scarf above your head with either side facing the pitch as the players come out of the tunnel. "
If there is a different design on each side, why can either side face the pitch?
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It will be mainly caret, or mainly blue on both sides, but the detail will be different.
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No way Hutton at LB.
Same here - definitely contributed to our defence being all to fu*k against Soton.
Richardson if fit...or Lowton?
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If Villa in Denmark hasn't left yet, I've just seen your PM and replied.
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It will be mainly caret, or mainly blue on both sides, but the detail will be different.
Cheers
I will hold mine with the carrot facing away from the pitch.
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Who remembers the dark days of football when the only instructions that ever came with any scarves or flags was not to put them near an open flame?
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Who remembers the dark days of football when the only instructions that ever came with any scarves or flags was not to put them near an open flame?
Phil McNulty, Jonathan Pearce and Mark Lawrenson.
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On the train to London. I have reached the watermark for being chronically excited. It all came pouring out on Facebook whilst I was waiting for the train to go.
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Who remembers the dark days of football when the only instructions that ever came with any scarves or flags was not to put them near an open flame?
Phil McNulty, Jonathan Pearce and Mark Lawrenson.
Very good.
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Off to Tescos to get the refreshments in for tomorrow.
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On the train to London. I have reached the watermark for being chronically excited. It all came pouring out on Facebook whilst I was waiting for the train to go.
Well I've got to work this afternoon after you reduced me to tears reading what you'd put on Facebook - cheers! (winky thing)
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Been working like an idiot on my house all week.
Just stopped early to give myself the time to sort my stuff for the morning - 1957 replica shirt (worn at every FA Cup game this season), one claret sock, one blue one, Levis, boots - and my overnight bag for hotel stay on Sat night - toothbrush, toothpaste, medication, change of pants, socks, shirt. Villa rain jacket that I wore for the semi - rain forecast for about 6pm tomorrow.
To be honest, they've been ready all week, so I'm just going to sit here now and grow more nervous as the hours go by, plan my sleepless night and look forward to what could be one of the greatest days of my life.
Come on you Villa boys!
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It's not hit me yet that we are in the FA Cup Final
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On the train to London. I have reached the watermark for being chronically excited. It all came pouring out on Facebook whilst I was waiting for the train to go.
Well I've got to work this afternoon after you reduced me to tears reading what you'd put on Facebook - cheers! (winky thing)
Oh come on post it on here guys!
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Who remembers the dark days of football when the only instructions that ever came with any scarves or flags was not to put them near an open flame?
Phil McNulty, Jonathan Pearce and Mark Lawrenson.
Very good.
There was a reason I used the phrase.
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I think we line up as usual.
I'd play Guzan and Baker though.
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It's not hit me yet that we are in the FA Cup Final
I've been feeling like that all week, but a lunchtime stroll through town and seeing people with bags from the shop with flags, people wearing Villa colour ties with their suits and a couple of groups heading obviously heading down to London today has got me bang in the mood for tomorrow! Can't wait to get down there now!
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Block 530.
just got this from the club Lee...
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yeah and me.
anyone know if block 530, which I am also in, is a fully Villa one as I got mine through the Surrey FA so I can go with Mum, having given up my Villa ticket to someone else or whether there are a lot of FA tickets in the block too...
A mate of mine got hold of a ticket from the FA and it is in Block 530. On the emails it refers to Villa tickets, so hopefully no problem there. I think that each FA has tickets for both sections of the ground and allocate them accordingly.
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All set now to head south and meet up with my father. To all you lucky lot going tomorrow, safe journey, have fun, sing your hearts out and do us proud. Enjoy.. and bring back the bloody cup!
This is OUR year!
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I am too much of a technological retard to post my Facebook stuff. If Richard can't, I am sure Legion will later.
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OK then, here goes, apologies if the formatting is crap but I cut and pasted it:-
"They say that you don't choose Aston Villa, that it chooses you. There have been all too many occasions in my life where a part of me wishes it had chosen someone else.
Choking when challenging for the title in the first Premier League season for example.
I have never felt lower than I did when leaving the ground after the 2000 FA Cup final. Our first final in two generations and the team didn't turn up.
Being robbed of the League Cup in 2010 because that blob Phil Dowd couldn't face seeing Wazza and Co lose.
The last five years have been worse in some respects though. Crap football. Ever decreasing expectations. And all hope slowly being drained from us to the point we had accepted we were going to be relegated earlier this season.
This wasn't a Villa I could identify with any more. Where you had to drink your body weight in beer before a game to dull the senses ahead of the tortuous, tedious crap you were being forced to watch each week.
But now we find ourselves at the end of this train wreck of a season with a chance of glory. A chance to right those ills I have mentioned. To finally close some old wounds.
Aston Villa have been doing the right thing off the pitch since 1874. All too rarely have we got it right on it.
We are big underdogs for this game but I believe. I believe in the manager. Someone I didn't want when he got the job but who has taken a defibrillator to a club on its knees.
I believe in the players. I always thought we had good players but that they were not being used correctly.
I believe in the captain. Many others would have seen an International call up and diminishing contract as an excuse to go one of the Sky 4. Not ours. In the midst of all that bleakness he signed up for another four years and has fostered a team harmony we haven't had for many years.
I believe in the fans. We nearly took the roof off Wembley for the semi final and I don't doubt it will be louder and prouder this weekend, even with less of us there.
I believe in Aston Villa. I believe that now is our moment. I believe that if you combine all of the above then we become an unstoppable force. I believe it is our year.
So let's exorcise those demons. Let's win the cup for the first time since 1957. Let's give a new generation a chance to be part of what we keep telling them about.
I believe. Now let's fucking 'ave it!"
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Play like Lions.
And the bloke in the suit is called Kevin Richardson. Omen or what?
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OK then, here goes, apologies if the formatting is crap but I cut and pasted it:-
"They say that you don't choose Aston Villa, that it chooses you. There have been all too many occasions in my life where a part of me wishes it had chosen someone else.
Choking when challenging for the title in the first Premier League season for example.
I have never felt lower than I did when leaving the ground after the 2000 FA Cup final. Our first final in two generations and the team didn't turn up.
Being robbed of the League Cup in 2010 because that blob Phil Dowd couldn't face seeing Wazza and Co lose.
The last five years have been worse in some respects though. Crap football. Ever decreasing expectations. And all hope slowly being drained from us to the point we had accepted we were going to be relegated earlier this season.
This wasn't a Villa I could identify with any more. Where you had to drink your body weight in beer before a game to dull the senses ahead of the tortuous, tedious crap you were being forced to watch each week.
But now we find ourselves at the end of this train wreck of a season with a chance of glory. A chance to right those ills I have mentioned. To finally close some old wounds.
Aston Villa have been doing the right thing off the pitch since 1874. All too rarely have we got it right on it.
We are big underdogs for this game but I believe. I believe in the manager. Someone I didn't want when he got the job but who has taken a defibrillator to a club on its knees.
I believe in the players. I always thought we had good players but that they were not being used correctly.
I believe in the captain. Many others would have seen an International call up and diminishing contract as an excuse to go one of the Sky 4. Not ours. In the midst of all that bleakness he signed up for another four years and has fostered a team harmony we haven't had for many years.
I believe in the fans. We nearly took the roof off Wembley for the semi final and I don't doubt it will be louder and prouder this weekend, even with less of us there.
I believe in Aston Villa. I believe that now is our moment. I believe that if you combine all of the above then we become an unstoppable force. I believe it is our year.
So let's exorcise those demons. Let's win the cup for the first time since 1957. Let's give a new generation a chance to be part of what we keep telling them about.
I believe. Now let's fucking 'ave it!"
YES!!!!
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OK then, here goes, apologies if the formatting is crap but I cut and pasted it:-
"They say that you don't choose Aston Villa, that it chooses you. There have been all too many occasions in my life where a part of me wishes it had chosen someone else.
Choking when challenging for the title in the first Premier League season for example.
I have never felt lower than I did when leaving the ground after the 2000 FA Cup final. Our first final in two generations and the team didn't turn up.
Being robbed of the League Cup in 2010 because that blob Phil Dowd couldn't face seeing Wazza and Co lose.
The last five years have been worse in some respects though. Crap football. Ever decreasing expectations. And all hope slowly being drained from us to the point we had accepted we were going to be relegated earlier this season.
This wasn't a Villa I could identify with any more. Where you had to drink your body weight in beer before a game to dull the senses ahead of the tortuous, tedious crap you were being forced to watch each week.
But now we find ourselves at the end of this train wreck of a season with a chance of glory. A chance to right those ills I have mentioned. To finally close some old wounds.
Aston Villa have been doing the right thing off the pitch since 1874. All too rarely have we got it right on it.
We are big underdogs for this game but I believe. I believe in the manager. Someone I didn't want when he got the job but who has taken a defibrillator to a club on its knees.
I believe in the players. I always thought we had good players but that they were not being used correctly.
I believe in the captain. Many others would have seen an International call up and diminishing contract as an excuse to go one of the Sky 4. Not ours. In the midst of all that bleakness he signed up for another four years and has fostered a team harmony we haven't had for many years.
I believe in the fans. We nearly took the roof off Wembley for the semi final and I don't doubt it will be louder and prouder this weekend, even with less of us there.
I believe in Aston Villa. I believe that now is our moment. I believe that if you combine all of the above then we become an unstoppable force. I believe it is our year.
So let's exorcise those demons. Let's win the cup for the first time since 1957. Let's give a new generation a chance to be part of what we keep telling them about.
I believe. Now let's fucking 'ave it!"
YES!!!!
COME ON!!!!
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Good stuff Cheltenham.
UTV
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High five Cheltenham!
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To those fortunate to have tickets and going tomorrow. Should we lose do not walk out on the team. Stay as we did in 1971 when we lost in the League Cup final 2-0 to Spurs. Then we stood defiant and made more noise than those southern softies until our team received their tankards and came round to us to be cheered off the pitch.
The present squad for all it's many faults and deficiencies has staved off relegation, and given us the totally unexpected bonus of an FA Cup Final to look forward to. Only the 3rd in my life time and only the 4th since FA Cup finals started to be held at the old Wembley in 1923. The previous three, 1924 - lost, 1957- won, 2000 - lost. A truly abysmal record for a club of Villa's stature and tradition.
Anyway I hope tomorrow sees a win to bring the "holy grail" back to Aston for the first time this century.
Get the prayer mats out !
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No. We're in Block 530 so miss out. If anyone can grab one left behind or not claimed at the end of the game for Freddy I'll be eternally grateful.
I'm sure I read somewhere that the club is giving scarves to all Villa fans with Wembley tickets, some on the day for display and the rest after the final at the club shop.
Cheers. Try explaining that to a very excited 7 year old!
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I'll have to find a new answer to the question 'What do you want for Christmas?'
How about CB saying that he wants to stay at the Villa for life.
Was nervous all week, until I woke up this morning. Saw a great big Villa flag flying on the washing line, ready for Wembley.
(Bless my better half )
Enjoy the day, don't leave any thing on the terraces,sing your hearts out.
Bring it on :D
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To those fortunate to have tickets and going tomorrow. Should we lose do not walk out on the team. Stay as we did in 1971 when we lost in the League Cup final 2-0 to Spurs. Then we stood defiant and made more noise than those southern softies
And you can cry if we win, but not if we lose.
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Finally back on British turf,in the big smoke, on route to Wembley central!
Spent the half term in the foothills of tuscany, with the brethren and had a wonderful time .
However, the constant checking of this site,the tactical discussions with my 13 year old how Tim's going to put le'Arse to the sword, and the silent prayers that we are not at home to Mr Cock up cum Saturday have stretched mrs Shipscats patience.
Suspect she was secretly pleased when she dropped us off in Poggibonsi, via Empoli and Pisa to come home.
Staying in Wembley tonight, pre match nerve settler in the weatherspoons!
Whatever happens tomorrow, I'll follow SGT maxim, with a twist, win or lose we shall be on the booze!
Come on my villa babbies..90 minutes to be eternal heroes, lauded in b6 forever.
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Ha! My video made the cut! Is this video going to be played on the big screen before the match?
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You fellas are a lot closer to the action so naturally with everyone else around the excitement is that much greater. It's starting to hit me a bit now. I can't wait for tomorrow but I'm getting well nervous. I just hope the players and staff have planned and prepared well and they give it everything they have.
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I have never seen so many posts on a pre match thread - is tomorrow's game key or something?
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No. We're in Block 530 so miss out. If anyone can grab one left behind or not claimed at the end of the game for Freddy I'll be eternally grateful.
I'm sure I read somewhere that the club is giving scarves to all Villa fans with Wembley tickets, some on the day for display and the rest after the final at the club shop.
Cheers. Try explaining that to a very excited 7 year old!
The scarves will be on all the seats in the Villa end apart from the extra 800 seats we sold last Friday and those people will be contacted and will have to collect them from Villa Park next week
I suspect there will be a lot of pilfering so if you turn up at 5:40pm don't expect your scarf to be there
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This might just be me, but if the worst happens and we lose, the last thing I would want to claim would be a commemorative scarf a week after the event.
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Not quite right. I got our tickets on the Monday straight after the ST deadline.
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Will all those of you lucky enough to have FA Cup final tickets stop banging on about whether or not you've got bloody free scarves and just enjoy the fact you've got tickets to see (The) Aston Villa in the FA Cup final! Please?
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I have never seen so many posts on a pre match thread - is tomorrow's game key or something?
It has been explained to me that game is quite important. There wasn't much more detail than that.
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Just received this email as I have seats in Block 531
Re: Scarf mosaic at Wembley
After the success of our crowd mosaic at the FA Cup semi-final following the suggestions of several fan groups, we can confirm that we will be going one step further with our scarf mosaic for the FA Cup final at Wembley this Saturday 30th May.
This is to create a visual effect to inspire the team as they make their entrance into the stadium, so we need everyone to play their part on the day and to respect their follow Villa fans.
Supporters sitting in blocks between 126-141 in the lower tier and 531-550 in the upper tier will have a scarf attached to their seat. Not only will the scarf serve as a fantastic momento and souvenir of the occasion for yourself, but we would also like you to help form a sea of claret and blue across Wembley.
When you arrive in the stadium you will notice a scarf attached to your seat. The scarf will be either claret or blue, with a different design on each side.
Please do not remove any scarves from other supporters seats – not only will this affect the mosaic display, it could also ruin what we hope will be a fantastic initiative for all the supporters in these areas.
All you need to do is hold the scarf above your head with either side facing the pitch as the players come out of the tunnel.
We hope you enjoy a great day out at Wembley and thank you for the ongoing support.
Aston Villa Football Club
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Will all those of you lucky enough to have FA Cup final tickets stop banging on about whether or not you've got bloody free scarves and just enjoy the fact you've got tickets to see (The) Aston Villa in the FA Cup final! Please?
Indeed. If I was lucky enough to have a ticket my attitude to the scarf would be....
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Preparations for tomorrow under way. Just dropped my dog off at the kennels, and said would pick him up sometime on Sunday depending on the severity of mood/hangover. The kennel girl said perhaps it will be a draw. I didn't have the heart to set her straight - especially as they've got my dog!
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Preparations for tomorrow under way. Just dropped my dog off at the kennels, and said would pick him up sometime on Sunday depending on the severity of mood/hangover. The kennel girl said perhaps it will be a draw. I didn't have the heart to set her straight - especially as they've got my dog!
When FA Cup Finals went to replays, how the hell did they distribute 100,000 tickets between Saturday evening and Thursday kick off time?
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this just made me shed a tear, maybe because of the Shit we've been through for the last 4 years? God knows what I'm gonna be like tommorow.
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5,500 miles down but I made it. Don't let me down, Villa.
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Preparations for tomorrow under way. Just dropped my dog off at the kennels, and said would pick him up sometime on Sunday depending on the severity of mood/hangover. The kennel girl said perhaps it will be a draw. I didn't have the heart to set her straight - especially as they've got my dog!
When FA Cup Finals went to replays, how the hell did they distribute 100,000 tickets between Saturday evening and Thursday kick off time?
I went to the FA Cup Final replay in 1982, having returned from Rotterdam we bought two tickets for the match that night from QPR. When we walked into the pub next to Loftus Road at midday the place went silent and a couple of blokes walked up to the bar and told us to put our money away, the drinks were on them. Liked QPR since that day.
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"My eyes have seen the glory of the Villa win the cup
seven times we've won it, number eight is coming up".
And that's simply the truth people.
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Tonight we drink, tomorrow we go to battle! UTV
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Jesus. This time tomorrow I'll be in Wembley to watch Villa in the the FA Cup Final!
Pissed off about no scarf though!
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I know it was asked but I can't remember the answer... Are there any of the print H&V best ofs being sold?
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I know it was asked but I can't remember the answer... Are there any of the print H&V best ofs being sold?
I think there may be a few left but doubt Dave has taken them down with him.
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I'm not excited just plain old nervous. Anxiety levels are building. I think most of it is not wanting the optimism and potential to go and have the game played. Once its done its back to normal...unless we win the thing of course but I don't the build up to finish. I'll be proper shitting it tomorrow. Watching it with a Villa fan and a Colchester fan in Croydon has grown to quite a few Palace people too. I'm not a good watcher. Especially with other people around. I'm shitting it already.
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Ha! My video made the cut! Is this video going to be played on the big screen before the match?
That team photo between 41 and 45 seconds is the one I have on my living room wall but can't for the life of me remember when or how I got it.
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Every morning this week have took a detour from our usual cafe for a morning tea and gone on to Wembley Park to get our cuppa.
I pull up at the bottom of Wembley way and just stare up at the stadium my mate don't say a word he just noes I gotta do it.
Have a safe journey down everyone have an amazing day and safe journey back home this has been one hell of a journey but tomorrow it will end.
Let's roar the lads on like only we can from the 1st to the 90th minute
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Tonight we drink, tomorrow we go to battle! UTV
About 8ish?
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Tonight we drink, tomorrow we go to battle! UTV
That's how I feel as well - claret and blue warriors all
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FA Cup Final match programmes are available to buy now from Cherwell Services, M40, price £10.
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I must say, i'm tremendously excited by all this.
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I know it was asked but I can't remember the answer... Are there any of the print H&V best ofs being sold?
I think there may be a few left but doubt Dave has taken them down with him.
If he sees this and realises I'm after one, what are the chances of him turning back to get them. Do you reckon?
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FA Cup Final match programmes are available to buy now from Cherwell Services, M40, price £10.
I remember buying an FA cup final programme on cup final day 1984 from the Lucky Star Candy Bar at the Robin Hood island, Hall Green. The fact I was able to do this amazed me at the time and still slightly bemuses me now. It was definitely the proper programme, not some cup final magazine special.
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Starting to get excited now. I think it's going to be our day. I won't be there but have a great day down there everyone. Take it all in as it will be over all to soon. I've no doubt our fans will be loudest. Let's do this.
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Gentlemen, to bed! For we leave at nine, for nine thirty!
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I can't think about anything else now.
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Come on my beautiful Villa!
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Sorry if this is posted elsewhere.
Fans travelling to Wembley from Birmingham are also in for a treat as legendary commentator John Motson takes over some train announcements throughout the morning, advising passengers on the next stop coming up as well as the buffet cart opening times!
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If you pass a limo with Villa scarves out the windows tomorrow, there's a fair chance it will be us cuz we is well posh innit.
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Getting nervous now. C'mon boys, do us proud. Become legends.
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Nice soundtrack!
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If you pass a limo with Villa scarves out the windows tomorrow, there's a fair chance it will be us cuz we is well posh innit.
I will try and spot you from my helicopter and give you a wave. Limos are for girls. Are you all wearing prom dresses? ;)
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I'm a nervous wreck but I've still got a good feeling about tomorrow.
#fightlikelions
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If you pass a limo with Villa scarves out the windows tomorrow, there's a fair chance it will be us cuz we is well posh innit.
I will try and spot you from my helicopter and give you a wave. Limos are for girls. Are you all wearing prom dresses? ;)
Claret and blue mini skirt and boob tube for me.
Enjoy eating your dinner folks with that image in your heads!
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I'm a nervous wreck but I've still got a good feeling about tomorrow.
#fightlikelions
I'm not nervous, just ridiculously hyper. Best way to describe is it's like Christmas Eve when you were a kid.
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If you pass a limo with Villa scarves out the windows tomorrow, there's a fair chance it will be us cuz we is well posh innit.
I will try and spot you from my helicopter and give you a wave. Limos are for girls. Are you all wearing prom dresses? ;)
I won't spot you. I'll be tunnelling into Wembley with the ticketless.
It will be a great day wherever we watch.
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I'm even more excited after seeing that, cmon you lions.
What's with jack's 'Paul's Boutique' bag...very stylish
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I'm even more excited after seeing that, cmon you lions.
What's with jack's 'Paul's Boutique' bag...very stylish
Probably his sisters. He must have some balls to get on the team coach with that.
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Looks like she bejazzled it for him.
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That bag!
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Weather forecast back to being dry/14 degrees. It's going to be a great day
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well I'm not taking a coat, all my coats are blue and I'm not wearing blue tomorrow!!!
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I'm a nervous wreck but I've still got a good feeling about tomorrow.
#fightlikelions
I'm not nervous, just ridiculously hyper. Best way to describe is it's like Christmas Eve when you were a kid.
Me too, I could jump off a dolls house.
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Weve got the home dressing room,isnt there an incredible rate of winners that do that ?
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Weve got the home dressing room,isnt there an incredible rate of winners that do that ?
I don't know whether it makes a difference but does that mean we'll see the claret and blue walk out onto the Wembley pitch? Because that'd be some sight.
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Yep. Home kit will be claret and blue !!!
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Beautiful.
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I must say, i'm tremendously excited by all this.
Watching Midlands Today before, started getting emotional already when Gregory was on. I know I'll be a mess tomorrow.
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After watching the players leave it reminds me of Big Ron in 1994 and it is all coming flooding back, i'm more nervous than ever now.
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I actually feel pretty down about it. The Southampton game has knocked all the confidence out of me.
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I actually feel pretty down about it. The Southampton game has knocked all the confidence out of me.
Joking, right? You're the most one-eyed Villa optimist on here, apart from Toronto probably. Come on, we need you!!
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On the beer now........believe brothers and sisters, believe!!!
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Feckin' ace:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/cbbc/watch/fa-pup-final
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I actually feel pretty down about it. The Southampton game has knocked all the confidence out of me.
same here. i fear a real spanking, we can't defend for shit.
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I'm making myself feel down about it, so I don't get over-excited before the match. During the match will be different, but I'm trying to avoid thinking about it too much. To achieve this, I'm posting on the pre-match thread about how I'm not thinking about the match, so that's clearly worked.
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Back in town, and just seen Legion on the TV!
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To those that have travelled from every corner of the world, we welcome you home.
To those that cannot be there, be assured those that are will carry your voice.
To those that are there, be prepared, because this is our time.
To the watching millions, we are the famous Aston Villa.
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Already? It's supposed to be tomorrow from 4.30pm.
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To those that have travelled from every corner of the world, we welcome you home.
To those that cannot be there, be assured those that are will carry your voice.
To those that are there, be prepared, because this is our time.
To the watching millions, we are the famous Aston Villa.
The Villa
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Back in town, and just seen Legion on the TV!
What was the programme?
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Back in town, and just seen Legion on the TV!
What was the programme?
Police 5?
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I actually feel pretty down about it. The Southampton game has knocked all the confidence out of me.
Joking, right? You're the most one-eyed Villa optimist on here, apart from Toronto probably. Come on, we need you!!
I'll take that as a compliment and especially to be associated with a former manager of the club. High praise indeed.
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BBC iPlayer 19:28-ish.
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One more sleep. UTV.
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Back in town, and just seen Legion on the TV!
Thanks for the heads-up, by the way!
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Home and ready for an early night. Tomorrow is an enormous day.
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One more sleep. UTV.
Don't think I'll sleep.
I am terrified.
But happy.
Pathetic.
My mum would tell me to grow up.
Come on you Villa boys!
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What programme Legion?
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this just made me shed a tear, maybe because of the Shit we've been through for the last 4 years? God knows what I'm gonna be like tommorow.
Beautiful. Thanks for posting
Been a long week at work, but now home and after watching that I am now very, very, very excited.
Cmon the Villa
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Back in town, and just seen Legion on the TV!
What was the programme?
FA cup trailer, you and your young lad? Something about a bet!
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I rarely go mental now or go out on long sessions. Age I suppose has caught up with me, and apparently this need to be a sensible dad and husband. That will fucking go out of the window tomorrow if we win this. Or I just won't know what to do with myself.
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Back in town, and just seen Legion on the TV!
What was the programme?
FA cup trailer, you and your young lad? Something about a bet!
Price of a flag. Freddy said it was a fiver and Leeg moaning it was a tenner. The grumpy old sod!
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The AV courgettes
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/9/8849/17511006663_d6c9da3501_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/sFoucZ)
The AV carrots
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/9/8859/17582188214_5567061039_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/sMFj17)
The AV pizza
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/9/8834/17618047974_777ef23d2c_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/sQR6RQ)
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Back in town, and just seen Legion on the TV!
What was the programme?
FA cup trailer, you and your young lad? Something about a bet!
Price of a flag. Freddy said it was a fiver and Leeg moaning it was a tenner. The grumpy old sod!
Thats it! Was on just after the one show.
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It was nearly more than a tenner as they nearly had my eye out in the semi with it so would have been straight to Ambulance Chasers R Us.
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What programme Legion?
BBC iPlayer at around 19:28 this evening. Inbetween the One Show and Eastenders.
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Back in town, and just seen Legion on the TV!
What was the programme?
FA cup trailer, you and your young lad? Something about a bet!
My Grandson.
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I'm getting bloody excited whilst also shitting a brick about tomorrow. I feel sorry for the many thousands of Villa fans that couldn't get a ticket but we will be in full voice giving the team our support.
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Is it bedtime yet ::)
So excited, I could crush a grape
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My mate just got two tickets off Paul Lambert, so he was good for something other than getting us through two rounds of the cup.
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1. Mrs MDC re-arrange the long planned joint b'day celebration for our 4 year old and 1 year old twins from Saturday to Sunday without any hinting whatsoever from me - Check
2. Brother in law to offer a "guaranteed" final ticket in a box from "his top mate" - Check
3. Brother in law to go off the grid whilst his missus tells me "his mate" wanted £2k - Check
4. Get a ticket for me and pal on penultimate day - Check
5. Queue up and get a ticket for another mate at VP on the very last criteria, get interviewed (with lad) for Radio WM - Check
Fellow Villa fans across the globe, wherever you are watching, whoever you are watching with, good luck.....
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My mate just got two tickets off Paul Lambert, so he was good for something other than getting us through two rounds of the cup.
To be fair, he was warned about walking round Chemsley at night.
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TV legend Hacker T Dog IS Tim Sherwood!
http://www.bbc.co.uk/cbbc/watch/fa-pup-final
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I rarely go mental now or go out on long sessions. Age I suppose has caught up with me, and apparently this need to be a sensible dad and husband. That will fucking go out of the window tomorrow if we win this. Or I just won't know what to do with myself.
Same here TV!!!
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Just been get a wad of cash for tomorrow and just thought..."this time tomorrow it will all be over!".
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That's assuming the longest penalty shoot out in history isn't still ongoing.
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Just had a mate text me that free scarves are from Blocks 531 onwards - we are in 530 :-(
Bit of a pisser!
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Not excited yet - still seems so far away..?!?
Sadly stuck in Cheltenham for the game, but wish I was at least in London, if not Wembles itself. It's going to be great..!
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That's assuming the longest penalty shoot out in history isn't still ongoing.
Not sure if my ticker could stand that!
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Just had a mate text me that free scarves are from Blocks 531 onwards - we are in 530 :-(
Bit of a pisser!
Yes but you'll get a voucher to pick one up later I think?
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We are going to win
I have just had a shower put my hand into my wife's box of 300 cotton bud sticks and pulled out a villa light blue one.
Had a look in to make sure I pull out another light blue one and I kid you not it was the only one on there 299 white ones and that villa light blue one
Yeeeeeeeeeessssssssssssssssss
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Had a dream last night we were 2-1 down at half time but finished up winning 6-2. Then lost my passport and couldn't get on a plane.
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We are going to win
I have just had a shower put my hand into my wife's box of 300 cotton bud sticks and pulled out a villa light blue one.
Had a look in to make sure I pull out another light blue one and I kid you not it was the only one on there 299 white ones and that villa light blue one
Yeeeeeeeeeessssssssssssssssss
It could be the new 'Orange Dot'!!!!!!!!
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I haven't watched the FA Cup final in years - do we still get the Royal Marines Marching Band at half time?
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My mate just got two tickets off Paul Lambert, so he was good for something other than getting us through two rounds of the cup.
To be fair, he was warned about walking round Chemsley at night.
Haha!
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A villa / Falkirk half n half scarve could be in order tomorrow
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Where is Brian this week? Unlike him not to contribute. Or Damon.
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A villa / Falkirk half n half scarve could be in order tomorrow
I like that. One of my best friends up here is die-hard Falkirk, so we're hoping for quite the day tomorrow. You just know it'll be a Cally-Arse double, though.
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Back in town, and just seen Legion on the TV!
What was the programme?
FA cup trailer, you and your young lad? Something about a bet!
Price of a flag. Freddy said it was a fiver and Leeg moaning it was a tenner. The grumpy old sod!
They have not shown my further response. Yet.
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Is anybody watching it in Bristol? My daughter couldn't get a ticket so is looking for a decent pub there.
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We are going to win
I have just had a shower put my hand into my wife's box of 300 cotton bud sticks and pulled out a villa light blue one.
Had a look in to make sure I pull out another light blue one and I kid you not it was the only one on there 299 white ones and that villa light blue one
Yeeeeeeeeeessssssssssssssssss
It could be the new 'Orange Dot'!!!!!!!!
What, his wife's box?
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Two dreams Wednesday night - won 1-0 in the first one, 4-1 in the second. Never been so absolutely fucking gutted in my life as when I woke up.
Stomach started churning yesterday, palpitations now. Note to self - don't you fucking dare die before the game!
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Two dreams Wednesday night - won 1-0 in the first one, 4-1 in the second. Never been so absolutely fucking gutted in my life as when I woke up.
Stomach started churning yesterday, palpitations now. Note to self - don't you fucking dare die before the game!
Grealish burst past several players last night on a cracking run but then I woke up before I saw if there was any end product.
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Gareth Barry scored the winning goal in the semi-final. Last night's dream would get me arrested.
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Like a little kid this evening, excited and anxious.
Heading down the M40 tomorrow morning, feel optimistic that we are going to do it.
Good luck everyone, see you at Wembley!
I was a babe in arms when the mighty Aston Villa last won the FACup, it is written that we are going to win.
Come on you Lions!
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At least you get to go to bed soon, it's only 5 o'clock here!
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The excitement is starting to kick in now.
Please let me get what I want.
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Two dreams Wednesday night - won 1-0 in the first one, 4-1 in the second. Never been so absolutely fucking gutted in my life as when I woke up.
Stomach started churning yesterday, palpitations now. Note to self - don't you fucking dare die before the game!
It's a really strange feeling. I don't remember being like this in 2000 or even 1982, when younger I expected the rest of my Villa supporting life to be the same for ever. 1994 and '96 didn't have the same intensity..it's the Micky mouse cup for God sake (tongue in cheek) . This is the FA cup final, the FA cup Final. The FA Cup final that can re-launch the greatest club on the planet into it's rightful place. Let it happen.
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I dreamt our Jack scored a diving header. Got to stop eating that peyote cheddar before bedtime.
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get a good night sleep if you can, sweet dreams for tomorrow
UTV
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be on me way at 1am brekkie at a strip club on the way dont like fish for brekkie
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Just retired to me chambers. The wife's remained downstairs to catch up on some soap tripe and I've just stuck on our 94 cup final with a bottle of Hobgoblin Gold for company. Me bro and KentNeilsenScreamer will be heading off to the smoke at 9:30ish from Euston.
Christ on a bike lads....the FA Cup Final! How did that happen!! Come on you lions!
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Just like Christmas Eve as a kid. Just play well Villa.
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People are wandering around doing "normal" things here!
Don't they realise what is going on?
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I'm totally convinced we're winning it tomorrow. Am I the only one with no doubts?
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What time do the coaches leave from Villa Park?
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12
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We should have arranged to all meet by one of the gates and have a H&V picture taken of us all before we win the cup.
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I felt that way. It just feels so right to be our time. Nerves have kicked in. I am now in stage of just give a good fight!
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In all the excitement, I had forgotten that my French team, AJ Auxerre, are playing PSG in the final of the the Coupe de France tomorrow night at the Stade de France.
I have been following them since 1982. I think this may be an omen.
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So nervous, excited and terrified.
Tomorrow I will be at Wembley for the FA Cup Final with 25,000 other wonderful Villa fans giving our boys 110% heart and soul support.
We will be brilliant.
I cannot even begin to engender the remotest inkling of doing anything but winning.
Nothing else in the world could make me feel like this.
I fu*king love Aston Villa.
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This is why I have no doubts.
Tomorrow is our reward for watching the last 4 years. It's for us who were there watching Leyton Orient win at Villa Park. It's for the 15-0 week. It's for Millwall, Bradford and Sheff United. It's for those who were at Southampton, Hull, Chelsea.
It's for Bill Howell, Franksy and the other Villa haters in our local media. It's for our neighbours who think they know what they are and applauded on 8 mins. It's for our other neighbours who suddenly got an interest in history 2011 having spent decades calling us historians.
Ultimately though, it is for us, the chosen few who support the greatest and most historic football club the world has ever known.
It's our fucking time now! And tomorrow, the lion's roar will be heard all over London.
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It's Friday night I'm a little mellow so forgive the emotion.
It's time for some new Villa legends. Tomorrow is a day to make new legends. Please Villa, do it for me and thousands like me that have seen us win everything but the FA Cup. Do it for the younger fans who have never seen us win anything. Do it for the Villa family and write your names in Villa history.
COME ON YOU LIONS!
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this is awesome, I'm so looking forward to tomorrow, this is the moment
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It's Friday night I'm a little mellow so forgive the emotion.
So am I. I'm relying on mother nature to help me sleep tonight.
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Fuck me
If we lose tomorrow there's going to be a lot of broken hearts
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It's Friday night I'm a little mellow so forgive the emotion.
So am I. I'm relying on mother nature to help me sleep tonight.
Me too PWS
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hopefully this will be a pre-FA Cup post when we look back on the site in years to come. BC versus AD.
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I need to be up at 5.45 in the morning to catch a train up to London at 6.38 but I really don't think I'm going to be able to get much sleep. My stomach's been churning for two days now.
My wife's Dad was a big Villa fan. He died in 2011 and it will be a very special moment when I look up to the sky from Wembley. I just know he'll be there in spirit. Another Holte Ender In The Sky. This one's for you Jack.
Come on you Lions!
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There's a lot of restless, bitter, knuckledraggers on social media tonight. I think they're more nervous than we are.
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https://www.facebook.com/thegoalzone/videos/10152964172748348/
Apolgies if already posted.I love this
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This is why I have no doubts.
Tomorrow is our reward for watching the last 4 years. It's for us who were there watching Leyton Orient win at Villa Park. It's for the 15-0 week. It's for Millwall, Bradford and Sheff United. It's for those who were at Southampton, Hull, Chelsea.
It's for Bill Howell, Franksy and the other Villa haters in our local media. It's for our neighbours who think they know what they are and applauded on 8 mins. It's for our other neighbours who suddenly got an interest in history 2011 having spent decades calling us historians.
Ultimately though, it is for us, the chosen few who support the greatest and most historic football club the world has ever known.
It's our fucking time now! And tomorrow, the lion's roar will be heard all over London.
Wow, as if I wasn't buzzing enough for this already! You just completed it sir
Fucking comeon villaaaa
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To all those coming down tomorrow, have a fucking great day. If you see some chap on row 3 taking Benteke's shirt off a little kid, that'll be me.
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This is why I have no doubts.
Tomorrow is our reward for watching the last 4 years. It's for us who were there watching Leyton Orient win at Villa Park. It's for the 15-0 week. It's for Millwall, Bradford and Sheff United. It's for those who were at Southampton, Hull, Chelsea.
It's for Bill Howell, Franksy and the other Villa haters in our local media. It's for our neighbours who think they know what they are and applauded on 8 mins. It's for our other neighbours who suddenly got an interest in history 2011 having spent decades calling us historians.
Ultimately though, it is for us, the chosen few who support the greatest and most historic football club the world has ever known.
It's our fucking time now! And tomorrow, the lion's roar will be heard all over London.
Wow, as if I wasn't buzzing enough for this already! You just completed it sir
Fucking comeon villaaaa
A churchillian speech. We will win tomorrow no doubt. It is our year!!,,
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This is why I have no doubts.
Tomorrow is our reward for watching the last 4 years. It's for us who were there watching Leyton Orient win at Villa Park. It's for the 15-0 week. It's for Millwall, Bradford and Sheff United. It's for those who were at Southampton, Hull, Chelsea.
It's for Bill Howell, Franksy and the other Villa haters in our local media. It's for our neighbours who think they know what they are and applauded on 8 mins. It's for our other neighbours who suddenly got an interest in history 2011 having spent decades calling us historians.
Ultimately though, it is for us, the chosen few who support the greatest and most historic football club the world has ever known.
It's our fucking time now! And tomorrow, the lion's roar will be heard all over London.
Fucking spot on PWS - see you tomorrow ;-)
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The 15-0 week. Fuck me. What a wonderful time we had.
My God how much do we deserve something good to happen to us?
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I just hope we win. I don't care about the day out or anything, it'll be shit if we lose. We deserve something good for putting up with the past few years!
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We're Aston Villa. The rest of the world is unlucky.
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For What it is worth! PRince William is a bit concerned as to who he gives the cup to tomorrow,
I have a feeling in my bones, after watching villa since 1956, and all that I have been through
With our team. that it is our turn especially after Arsenal have had a hold over us. That we will
Overcome and come through in the end. We are the underdogs and just as Beyurn Munich were favourites we overcame the odds there. So have faith and enjoy the day.
We shall overcome
UP THE VILLA We deserve it
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It's FA Cup Final Day. UTV!
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v436/EnglishPride2004/11291819_717259048396669_1965857003_n_zpslmewpedw.jpg)
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Me and my dad will be there,after all the crap we've had to put up with these last few years,I think we all deserve it. Bring on tomorrow. UP THE VILLA!!!!!!!!
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Me and my dad will be there,after all the crap we've had to put up with these last few years,I think we all deserve it. Bring on tomorrow. UP THE VILLA!!!!!!!!
It IS tomorrow.
30/5/15. D-Day.
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I'm watching The Road to Wembley on iplayer, with David Bradley and Benjamin Zephaniah featuring a lot.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/32898034
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I'm watching The Road to Wembley on iplayer, with David Bradley and Benjamin Zephaniah featuring a lot.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/32898034
Watched this earlier it's a really good watch! More about the cup itself this year so not too much Villa-centric stuff but definitely a good watch to get you in the mood.
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Am I really going to watch Aston Villa in the FA Cup final today? Bloody hell.
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Sleep tight all....
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Can't sleep, too excited!
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I couldn't sleep back when I was outside the ticket office from 1am and I can't sleep now.
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Another in 530 here so no scarf on the day but who gives a monkeys, I'm going to see the Villa in the FA Cup Final today!
Huge thanks to whoever on here suggested people contact their local club, I did just that and to my delight and surprise they came up trumps with a pair of tickets in the Villa end.
My grandad and his three brothers were there in '57 and I heard all the stories for years. I'm coming today with my stepdad who's a lifelong Villa fan and will be seeing his first FA Cup Final at the age of 78. Cannot bloody wait, see lots of you there I'm off to try and get some kip!
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Housemate comes in from the gym with a latte, one sugar. I'm still in bed. Day is off to a good start.
I'm still not nervous. It's like Christmas but heaps better.
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Good nights sleep and up early for a walk, done the gardens, trying to stay calm.
It's not working.
UTV
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My little man is keeping me awake. Got to be on the road in six hours!
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Well I'm glad to see I'm not the only one who can't sleep - I am fast approaching my 58th birthday and I'm shaking with excitement. I'm here in my holiday home in Tywyn - the one by by Aberdovey - if there's anyone still awake as well - let me know and we can meet up !!
Like so many of you - I was there at the LC Wembley/OT wins twice in the 70s - Highbury in 81 and Rotterdam in 82 but I've waited all my life for this.
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Good luck everyone today, be safe on the road and dream of glory!
UP THE VILLA
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I feel so much pride reading the inspirational posts on here tonight. I will be watching from Connecticut, but my heart will be in Wembley and I'm certain that Wembley and the Arsenal fans will be in awe of the magnificent Villa fans in full voice cheering our boys onto victory.
The Lion has awoken from it's slumber...
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I feel so much pride reading the inspirational posts on here tonight. I will be watching from Connecticut, but my heart will be in Wembley and I'm certain that Wembley and the Arsenal fans will be in awe of the magnificent Villa fans in full voice cheering our boys onto victory.
The Lion has awoken from it's slumber...
Is it still last night in Connecticut ?
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Morning everyone.Today's the day. With the Spirit of 57 , together whereever you are ,let''s make today our day. UTV
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Its Saturday and its Cup Final day! I'm in a confident mood.We are going to win this 2-1
Best of luck to you all wherever you may be.Have a great day.
Tim.Go straight on the attack with whoever you choose.
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Set the Alarm for 7am, waste of time that was, didn't sleep well and bit the bullet at 5.30am and got up.Hopefully I will be drinking Red Bull with Champagne tonight.
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I've been awake in the hotel since 4.30. Bit of a upset stomach too. Definitely pre-match excitement.
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Woke up at 4, and that was it, no chance of sleeping.
This is it!!!
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I thought I was coping well...up until I just found myself cleaning the house for the last hour! Anyone who knows me will know that it is a miracle for me to be awake at this time in the morning, and to be voluntarily doing housework is another...do miracles comes in 3's?
I'm hoping to come home this evening with a big smile on my face, not only for having a slightly cleaner home...but also for being a proud fan of the greatest team in the world and FA Cup Winners 2015.
Have a safe journey and a great day fellow Villa fans...roar the Villa boys to glory! UTV!
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Off soon from Portishead to the smoke.
Good Luck to the Villa boys, and have a great day everyone
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Just woke up in the hotel and sun is shining through a gap in the curtain straight on the Villa crest on my 82 replica shirt that I hung up last night. If this is not an omen for good things nothing is🌞
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Just Up. Will be leaving with my son at 9. Can't wait. Lets all enjoy the day and roar the Villa to victory.
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Keep calm.
Keep hydrated.
Keep the faith.
Keep off the pitch.
Okay, let's go.
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Will be on the road in about 30 minutes.
My mate wants to leave extra early, get checked in at hotel, then make our way to Wembley and The Green Man.
Have a wonderful day folks and let's hope it ends with Captain Delph holding up that cup in front of us!
UTV!
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Today IS our day.
Let's enjoy every last second of it.
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Been awake since 4am and was already welling up with emotion by 6 am. God knows what I'll be like by this afternoon.
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Glory.
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I hope the players are coping with this better than I am, let's put it like that. If we win this I'm seriously gonna lose my shit.
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If there's a god, then surely he'll allow us one day of glory after four years of pain and misery.
To the players..... FIGHT LIKE LIONS, to the fans ROAR LIKE LIONS.
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Been working like an idiot on my house all week.
Just stopped early to give myself the time to sort my stuff for the morning - 1957 replica shirt (worn at every FA Cup game this season), one claret sock, one blue one, Levis, boots - and my overnight bag for hotel stay on Sat night - toothbrush, toothpaste, medication, change of pants, socks, shirt. Villa rain jacket that I wore for the semi - rain forecast for about 6pm tomorrow.
I hope he remembered his ticket.
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this is awesome, I'm so looking forward to tomorrow, this is the moment
this is awesome, I'm so looking forward to tomorrow, this is the moment
That's just had me in tears, definitely getting too old for all this...
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Anyone with access to BT Sport - in 5 mins (7:30 UK time) there's a program entitled Aston Villa. The three surviving members of the 57 team recall the day.
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Between the hours of 7.30 and 8.30, whatever happens I'm probably going to be a complete and utter mess and probably in floods of tears.
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I feel sick with nerves, as well as an upset tummy. Don't know if booze before the match is a good idea.
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My little man is keeping me awake. Got to be on the road in six hours!
You should spanked the little fella and put it away.
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Before we forget.......Happy Birthday Stevie G we're well pleased we fucked it up for you.
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I feel sick!
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Read most of the posts on the last three pages Im ready to Rock now.
LETS GOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
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BC54 VFC broke down yesterday evening (great timing!) so wife and I are having to travel down in her Honda Jazz. Don't laugh if you see us on the M6 / M1.
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Between the hours of 7.30 and 8.30, whatever happens I'm probably going to be a complete and utter mess and probably in floods of tears.
You and at least 25,799 others of us I think.
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Still waiting to leave. My son is getting the Grealish haircut just perfect up in the bathroom, while I'm a bag of nerves downsairs drinking far to much coffee. I just want to get on the road. Nice touch last night, as 8 out of the 12 of my sons footy team at training wore Villa shirts. They purchased them last week on our trip to the Burnley game. It was great to see so many Villa shirts in deepest Dorset. UTV
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The result doesn't bother me as much today as the way we play does. If we play like we did against Chelsea and lose I'll be gutted. If we go out and give 100% and really get at arsenal I'll be proud of them even if we lose..We are ASTON VILLA and it doesn't get any better than that. Imagine being born a bluenose..!
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BT sport 1957 montage http://sport.bt.com/aston-villa-1957-the-cup-returns-to-birmingham-91363983902279
Goose bumps.
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On my way
Come on villa do us proud
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No plucky losers today, we aren't West Bromwich Albion. Let's win it.
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Morning all. It's cup final day!
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I am just getting out of bed. I am going walking in the mountains. I wasn't going to go today but if I stay at home it is going to be an agonising wait.
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Awake since 5 with similar stomach complaints to many of you on here. I'm a bit overwhelmed by what today could mean. On the train now into London and very excited and nervous. I just hope the team get hold of the game and put in a performance. Then anything is possible. If we win this is (unfortunately) one of those "once in a lifetime" occasions. Up the villa - have a great day everyone in whatever home, pub or seat you are in...
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Just win Villa please win.
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Just woke up to the sun shining into the hotel bedroom.
After my own personal version of Planes, Trains and Automobiles to get here and a couple of nerve calming beers with the gent that is Olaftab last night sleeping wasn't a problem.
The knot of nerves in my stomach reminds of something my daughter said before trying a truly mental rollercoaster last summer.
I've not got butterflies in the stomach, it's more like bats!
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I don't know whether I'm coming or going. Awake at six, tossing and turning until the alarm went off two hours later...first thing I hear is Aaron Ramsey saying he hopes when they win it won't be as dramatic as last year.
Fuck the fuckers. It's our day.
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It'll be brilliant to see the Arse go up to collect their losers medals and HRH laughing in their faces as he hands them out. Then saying to Wenger "We fucked you fuckers."
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Haven't slept properly for last 2 nights, and when I did drift off last night I dreamt I scored a goal in the final - problem was it was in a field in the Lake District, and the ball had morphed into a toy car. And I don't even eat cheese! Getting the buzz now - sandwiches at the ready, car filled up, ticket checked in wallet 4 times, sweaty arm pits in spite of copious amounts of anti-perspirant. On my way to that there Landan imminently. See you there boys. It's our year
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To all of you lucky enough to have tickets, I wish you the greatest of days. Enjoy yourselves, savour the occasion and BRING HOME THE CUP!
For the rest of us, I hope for the greatest of days too, wherever in the world we are.
Stay safe all.
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How fkn ace is this?!!!! Winning the battle with the nerves, and a little smug grin as I'm on the bus into town. Truly what I've dreamt of since I was seven. It has to happen, it just does. Let's fuck these fuckers.
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Awake since 5 and I'm not even going. Nerves kicking in now big time.
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Fuck the fuckers.
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Just about to leave Yorkshire.
Fuck the fuckers. Arise sir jack.
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Good luck to all, safe travels, sing your hearts out wherever you are. Make us proud villa !!!
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the fella I'm going with was taken into hospital yesterday with chest pains and pins and needles down his arm,
they kept him in all day released him late last night as he said he was going anyway come what may
what was it Shankly once said
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BT sport 1957 montage http://sport.bt.com/aston-villa-1957-the-cup-returns-to-birmingham-91363983902279
Goose bumps.
Wonderful, had me in tears for all the people I know who went to that and are no longer with us. My dad will love this, thank you.
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Quite a good tactical piece here. Basically arguing that if villa can sit tight and frustrate arsenal there are plenty of chances to exploit their lack of discipline. I do wonder if sherwood will pair Sanchez and Westwood to begin with
http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/fa-league-cups/arsenal-vs-aston-villa-tim-sherwood-must-play-a-game-of-two-halves-for-aston-villa-to-cause-an-fa-cup-final-upset-10286008.html
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Sick with nerves.
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I've just sat here crying and I don't really know why. Had tears rolling down my face watching the footage of the cup coming back to Birmingham in 57 and realising that so many people in that video are no longer alive, including friends of mine like Alan Fisher who was Villa mad and who entrusted me with so much of his Villa memorabilia including his Norman Edwards cartoon books and a lovely old Villa tie from the 1950s which hangs above my computer.
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Just woke up to the sun shining into the hotel bedroom.
After my own personal version of Planes, Trains and Automobiles to get here and a couple of nerve calming beers with the gent that is Olaftab last night sleeping wasn't a problem.
The knot of nerves in my stomach reminds of something my daughter said before trying a truly mental rollercoaster last summer.
I've not got butterflies in the stomach, it's more like bats!
Hey mate, replied to your PM but not sure it sent? What block you in?
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I've just sat here crying and I don't really know why. Had tears rolling down my face watching the footage of the cup coming back to Birmingham in 57 and realising that so many people in that video are no longer alive, including friends of mine like Alan Fisher who was Villa mad and who entrusted me with so much of his Villa memorabilia including his Norman Edwards cartoon books and a lovely old Villa tie from the 1950s which hangs above my computer.
Hiya Richard, I hope you enjoy your day wherever you are and with all those fond memories.
Up The Villa.
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Car packed - just waiting to set off - dropping the dog off - then picking to others up on the way to the coach Still quite calm.
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It's Cup Final Day and we're in it. Marvelous.
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And the journey begins! UTV
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Got a shout out on HouseFM - could this be a sign?
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Five minutes till we set off. Have a good day all and sing your hearts out. Up the Villa.
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On the rattler to Waterloo from Bournemouth (after booking a weekend away in the new forest earlier in the year - "cos we'll never get to the Cup Final")
It's our day today - come on youuu liiioooonnss !
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Are we in home or away shirts today? My lads desperate to know so he can get dressed
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I've just sat here crying and I don't really know why. Had tears rolling down my face watching the footage of the cup coming back to Birmingham in 57 and realising that so many people in that video are no longer alive, including friends of mine like Alan Fisher who was Villa mad and who entrusted me with so much of his Villa memorabilia including his Norman Edwards cartoon books and a lovely old Villa tie from the 1950s which hangs above my computer.
Know how you are feeling.....thinking of my Mom and Dad , she would have her fingers crossed for the whole of the match
My daughter Vicky has come up from Cardiff to watch the match with me and Mrs Oldtimer
Hope you all have a great day and come home safely with the Cup
Come on you Lions
Come on you Lions
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Are we in home or away shirts today? My lads desperate to know so he can get dressed
Home
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Didn't sleep last night, up at 6am this morning. The kids were already awake as well. Why do we put ourselves through this?!
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Doug gave me permission in October 1995 to scatter my Dad's ashes in front of the Holte End, for which I am eternally grateful. He'd be roaring the Villa Boys on today.
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Wipe away the years of misery and win the cup today.
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Breakfasted in Piccadilly Weatherspoons and now on 10.35 from Manchester Piccadilly with my 2 sons. This is my ultimate Road Trip. Come on Villa, this is our day. Fellow H&Vers, sing your hearts out, we can help the lads do it.
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Got my victory cigar ready and £100 to come if Villa win 2-1!
Come on The Villa
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I'm a nervous wreck but I've still got a good feeling about tomorrow.
#fightlikelions
I'm not nervous, just ridiculously hyper. Best way to describe is it's like Christmas Eve when you were a kid.
Well I hope its not like Christmas Eve for a 7 year-old kid of a muslim family...(or any non-Christmas celbrating people...)
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To the 1000's of Villa fans lucky enough to be heading down to Wembley, enjoy your day. The rest of us will be glued to the telly biting our nails down to our wrists, as we await our mighty captain Fabian Delph lifting the FA Cup for the first time in a very long time.
The best thing about supporting Aston Villa is that the bad times truly make you appreciate the good times.
Up the Villa.
Believe.
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I've been up since 5 utv happy cup final day everyone
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What's goin on, been to morrisons and villa shirts everywhere.
We in some sort of cup final today..
CMON YOU LIONS
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Right I'm off down to the bookies to have a tenner on John Gregory's 3-1 to The Villa.
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Message from a Liverpool mate getting getting stadium and dressing rooms ready after I told him I'm shitting it
behave - ill think you'll do it - villa dressing room full of social media messages to the team - arsenal dressing room pictures of them selves - rest my case !!!!!!
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'57 replica shirt today. Hopefully it'll be its final outing as "the kit we wore the last time we won the Cup"...
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Message from a Liverpool mate getting getting stadium and dressing rooms ready after I told him I'm shitting it
behave - ill think you'll do it - villa dressing room full of social media messages to the team - arsenal dressing room pictures of them selves - rest my case !!!!!!
Any idea where we can see these messages?
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Benteke 1st scorer.villa win 3-2..245/1..optimistic I know but come on you lions...!@
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Hope you guys going to the game have a great day. We'll all be there in spirit, glued to our TVs all around the world. Wish I was able to go to Murray bar in Dublin with all the other Irish Villains, feckin have to work today. C'mon Villa, become club legends today.
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I'm on the train to Euston and I have just seen Wembley. Every time I make this journey I always gaze wistfully at Wembley and speculate about when I'll go there with Villa next. Next season? Five years? Ten years? This time its two hours. And not just for any game, but for the FA Cup final. Bloody hell.
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I wish there were a time travel amongst us who could come back and let me know everything is Ok and we won, I'm so nervous and don't think I can enjoy it.
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I wish there were a time travel amongst us who could come back and let me know everything is Ok and we won, I'm so nervous and don't think I can enjoy it.
Ive been to the future, ive seen it, and it was beautiful
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In the hummer limo on the motorway. See you at the services!
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Woke up this morning nervous as hell, thought I had a dentist appointment, relieved to discover it was because Villa are in the bloody FA Cup Final! Been into town and bought my son a programme as a surprise, now to watch Football Focus for the first time in years...
Enjoy the day!
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It's slightly embarrassing, desperation is kicking in. If anyone has any leads on a spare ticket - hahahah, i know, right - Please PM me - I will be lurking around the stadium area. Enjoy the game everyone.
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I wish there were a time travel amongst us who could come back and let me know everything is Ok and we won, I'm so nervous and don't think I can enjoy it.
Ive been to the future, ive seen it, and it was beautiful
Who scores? I'll put a bet on it.
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The fans will make all the difference today. We are the 12th man. We will inspire our Lions to victory.
To everyone, from Toronto, have a wonderful day and in a few hours I hope we are delirious brothers and sisters in arms celebrating a massive victory and the rebirth of Aston Villa Football Club.
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I have a tenner on Ramsey to score first and Villa to win 3-2 - 425/1. I'm invoking the spirit of Dion Dublin! Paddy Power are going 1-0, 2-0 to the Arse, or 1-1. It's not unreasonable to think that they'll score 2, so the most likely result should we win has to be 3-2. Come on Villa!!!!
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It's fitting that on Gerrard's birthday 'Abide With Me' is being replaced by a medley of Phil Collins hits.
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There's something rather delightful about wondering around London Town and random strangers wishing you good luck.
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A black cat just crossed my path. It's a sign.
On my way up to Wembley now. A few beers at St Joseph's then it will happen.
Have a great day everyone
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Why do I keep crying today? This is about the third time
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Great shots of the Villa changing room with messages from the fans above each player's seat and on the doors
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No mention of Given being injured or not.
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Why do I keep crying today? This is about the third time
Havent blubbed yet but feeling very emotional, cmon Villa make me the happiest man in the world
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It's fitting that on Gerrard's birthday 'Abide With Me' is being replaced by a medley of Phil Collins hits.
:-)
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Hope everyone going has a great day.
Football focus banging on about the players nerves. Hey what about us fans.
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i dont know wether i feel good or crap,i keep crying and feel shakey,i'll be a wreck when i here abide with me,dont think i was this bad in 2000
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I feel sick
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Got stabbed in the back of the head with a bar stool by an Arse fan last night. Feel a bit rough. Welling up just reading some of these posts. Will set off in an hour or so. Fuck I hope we win. Starting to believe now.
VIIIII-LLLLLAAAAA!
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Got stabbed in the back of the head with a bar stool by an Arse fan last night. Feel a bit rough. Welling up just reading some of these posts. Will set off in an hour or so. Fuck I hope we win. Starting to believe now.
VIIIII-LLLLLAAAAA!
Sorry to hear that Bob. Hope today pans out to be a whole lot better for you and us.
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I'm alright mate!
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Hope it's an omen but the wedding venue I am at has 2 stone lions outside the entrance..one is now proudly wearing a claret and blue scarf..the missus is not too impressed. .!!
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Just had a text from a friend to say that another mutual friend has discovered his and his son's £475 tickets are fake. How they must be feeling is very difficult to imagine
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Just had a text from a friend to say that another mutual friend has discovered his and his son's £475 tickets are fake. How they must be feeling is very difficult to imagine
There really is some shit people in this world. Hope those people get to resolve the matter and at least get to watch us somewhere win the cup. Nothing will replace being there off course.
How are you holding up there Richard?
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I'll be watching from Singapore. Dad and brother will be at the game. We were all there together for the 2000 final and what a rubbish day that was. Really sorry that I won't be able to celebrate with them. Because we are going to do this. Believe.
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I don't think I've ever felt this sick before a game. Really hope those of you going get a couple of drinks down you and BELIEVE. The fans can win it for us today
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Just had a text from a friend to say that another mutual friend has discovered his and his son's £475 tickets are fake. How they must be feeling is very difficult to imagine
There really is some shit people in this world. Hope those people get to resolve the matter and at least get to watch us somewhere win the cup. Nothing will replace being there off course.
The mind boggles at just what horrible, horrible shits some people can be.
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just had another little cry bollox whats up with me,time to get ready and get going,i,m so excited and its like i,m busting with pride who would had thought that a few months ago.
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Finally got off to sleep around 6ish this morning and grabbed a few hours snooze - got up a couple of hours ago - still in my dressing gown, radio 5 on in background, football focus etc. ready to watch - strong Villa tradition in my family - Nan, Grandad and uncle there in 1957, Mum and Dad there in the 70s - I was at Highbury and Rotterdam and all the other 70s good and bad bits, 2 nephews there today - how I hope my great nephew (5 and already Villa mad) will be enjoying watching on tv.
For me - this is as big as Highbury and Rotterdam - waited all my 57 and 3/4 years for this.
Come on boys
UTV
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Stay strong people. Your club needs you today. Save the tears for when Delph lifts the cup and we all go fucking mental. We will out sing Arsenal everywhere. They will know they have been in a fight today.
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i dont know wether i feel good or crap,i keep crying and feel shakey,i'll be a wreck when i here abide with me,dont think i was this bad in 2000
Been the same. My Mrs who is also a football fan thinks I'm a silly twat.
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Didn't realise that a song about a lion was #1 when we won the European Cup. Whats #1 now? Something shit no doubt.
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Just had a text from a friend to say that another mutual friend has discovered his and his son's £475 tickets are fake. How they must be feeling is very difficult to imagine
There really is some shit people in this world. Hope those people get to resolve the matter and at least get to watch us somewhere win the cup. Nothing will replace being there off course.
The mind boggles at just what horrible, horrible shits some people can be.
Not only are there some disgusting wankers around, but if the FA had given us a decent ticket allocation, instead of 25,800, perhaps there wouldn't be so many people willing to buy tickets for £500 plus.
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this feels so much bigger than 2000
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Bring home the cup lads.
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Just had a text from a friend to say that another mutual friend has discovered his and his son's £475 tickets are fake. How they must be feeling is very difficult to imagine
There really is some shit people in this world. Hope those people get to resolve the matter and at least get to watch us somewhere win the cup. Nothing will replace being there off course.
How are you holding up there Richard?
Very emotional Toronto. I cried at Wembley for about 10 minutes when the final whistle when in the semi and had to be helped out of the ground by two very kind people alongside me. When you've suffered so many highs and lows over 50 years, it really gets to you, especially as you get older. The memories are the killers and all the people you know for whom this is such a special day. And all the people no longer here to see it. People who helped me get to finals back in the 70s and to Highbury and to Rotterdam.
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We are ASTON VILLA!
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We are the ASTON VILLA!
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I want the Villa to win for all of us but especially my brother in law Stephen Mathers, he is terminaly ill with bone cancer, we dont know how much time he has left maybe a few more years as I say we dont know, the massive medication he is on makes his life very difficult.
An 8th FA cup win for his beloved Villa would give him an enormous lift, he is a real man's man but Villa turn him into a blubbing mess, he has been crying on and off for weeks leading up to the final, cmon Villa win it for Stephen.
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Can't believe there's still three and a half hours to kick off.
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Over 3 hours to go and already v stressed.
Come on you Lions do us proud.
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Didn't realise that a song about a lion was #1 when we won the European Cup. Whats #1 now? Something shit no doubt.
Wasn't asleep that night thou
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Just arrived. I don't think I've ever been as nervous about a game as this.
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Watching TOTP2. How embarrassing. I'm really pleased we don't do cup final songs.
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I want the Villa to win for all of us but especially my brother in law Stephen Mathers, he is terminaly ill with bone cancer, we dont know how much time he has left maybe a few more years as I say we dont know, the massive medication he is on makes his life very difficult.
An 8th FA cup win for his beloved Villa would give him an enormous lift, he is a real man's man but Villa turn him into a blubbing mess, he has been crying on and off for weeks leading up to the final, cmon Villa win it for Stephen.
[/quI want the Villa to win for all of us but especially my brother in law Stephen Mathers, he is terminaly ill with bone cancer, we dont know how much time he has left maybe a few more years as I say we dont know, the massive medication he is on makes his life very difficult.
An 8th FA cup win for his beloved Villa would give him an enormous lift, he is a real man's man but Villa turn him into a blubbing mess, he has been crying on and off for weeks leading up to the final, cmon Villa win it for Stephen.
Hope they win it and hope he see's them win a few more things in his life.
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I think we are all forgetting our priorities, happy birthday Steven Gerrard.
Do us proud lads, no regrets, be brave and we can do this.
UTV
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Having a few in the Pot of Gold next to Ruislip station. Watching the cricket in a pub where there is carpet that isn't sticky. Not your usual rammed with Villa pub, although it is, as of Cookie becoming the all time England run scorer, packed with Villa.
No nerves yet.
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About to hit the road here to join some mates. None are Villa fans and none of them will understand what this means whether we win or lose. And especially so if we win. Now starting to feel it a bit. I so want this to go well today.
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Never felt so nervous in my life, 3 hours to go I'm off for a run.
I'll be roaring you on from Vancouver, come on you mighty Villa boys - do us proud!
My daughter turns 1 year old tomorrow, what a birthday present for her!!!
COME ON VILLAAAA!!!!!!!!!!
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Jesus Mary I am shitting bricks. Can't stand still.
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I'm part of a cardio vascular study and have just been fitted with a heart monitor.
Talk about baptism of fire.
C'mon you Villa boys!
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I'm actually fine. This is a lovely bonus to another grotesquely awful season and I just hope we give a good account of ourselves, at a difficult moment in the club's history. If we win, amazing; if we lose, I just hope it's not a tonking. I don't even mind the opposition so much - compared to Chelsea, Man City, Man United, Liverpool and Spurs, Arsenal are practically angelic - so if we lose we only lose, we don't have to see a Terry or a Gerrard celebrating with stupid big grins spread all over their odious twunty faces.
No, nerves were real before the Everton game, before the West Ham game, before the Baggies game in the league. This is what it is. It may sound small-time, but after everything in the last few seasons I'm pleased we got the home dressing room, and that we'll see the great and famous colours of the Villa back on a stage which befits them.
With that said - FUCK THE FUCKERS!
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I'm at Wembley to watch Villa in the FA Cup final. Fucking fuck fuck.
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Memories of a 10 year old boy sitting on the settee next to my Dad watching us win in '57 and feeling just as emotional as I did then, if not more.
Just do it VILLA!!!!!
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Never felt so nervous in my life, 3 hours to go I'm off for a run.
I'll be roaring you on from Vancouver, come on you mighty Villa boys - do us proud!
My daughter turns 1 year old tomorrow, what a birthday present for her!!!
COME ON VILLAAAA!!!!!!!!!!
VL we will celebrate this victory when I come out to Vancouver next month. Have a great day!!
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thanks dad for taking me to villa park all those years ago,wish you were here with me now.
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I'm actually fine. This is a lovely bonus to another grotesquely awful season and I just hope we give a good account of ourselves, at a difficult moment in the club's history. If we win, amazing; if we lose, I just hope it's not a tonking. I don't even mind the opposition so much - compared to Chelsea, Man City, Man United, Liverpool and Spurs, Arsenal are practically angelic - so if we lose we only lose, we don't have to see a Terry or a Gerrard celebrating with stupid big grins spread all over their odious twunty faces.
No, nerves were real before the Everton game, before the West Ham game, before the Baggies game in the league. This is what it is. It may sound small-time, but after everything in the last few seasons I'm pleased we got the home dressing room, and that we'll see the great and famous colours of the Villa back on a stage which befits them.
With that said - FUCK THE FUCKERS!
Amen. FTF.
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Just back from lunch in a very sunny Jhbg 23degrees.
Turn up the heat lads, I am struggling to swallow the lump and hold back the tears.
Keep thinking about my mates and brother who are there and all the Holte enders in the sky watching from Heaven
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We beat a team in yellow in the semi final and we will beat the cowards in yellow in the final. Claret and Blue will reign supreme.
And here's something. We all know how gash we have been at home in ages. How ironic then if we win the cup we will have been the home team all the way through the completion?
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Right - I'm off to the pub, so will not check in here until this evening....
LET'S ALL ENJOY THIS - BE LOUD, PROUD AND FIGHT LIKE LIONS!!!!
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I'm in bits all ready. Christ, what with I be like during the game ? Never been this bad before. C'Mon VILLA. Do us proud.
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I'm actually fine. This is a lovely bonus to another grotesquely awful season and I just hope we give a good account of ourselves, at a difficult moment in the club's history. If we win, amazing; if we lose, I just hope it's not a tonking. I don't even mind the opposition so much - compared to Chelsea, Man City, Man United, Liverpool and Spurs, Arsenal are practically angelic - so if we lose we only lose, we don't have to see a Terry or a Gerrard celebrating with stupid big grins spread all over their odious twunty faces.
No, nerves were real before the Everton game, before the West Ham game, before the Baggies game in the league. This is what it is. It may sound small-time, but after everything in the last few seasons I'm pleased we got the home dressing room, and that we'll see the great and famous colours of the Villa back on a stage which befits them.
With that said - FUCK THE FUCKERS!
Amen. FTF.
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Can't wait for this now. I think Benteke is going to have the game of his life.
FTF.
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I was fine until I just read the last 10 pages of this thread now I'm welling up at the drop of a hat...
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Can't believe i'm more nervous now than i was in 2000.
I was at the last Wembley final in 2000, watching at home today as i don't go very much any more. So why so much worse than when i was going all over the place following us?
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thanks dad for taking me to villa park all those years ago,wish you were here with me now.
This. With knobs on.
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thanks dad for taking me to villa park all those years ago,wish you were here with me now.
This. With knobs on.
my first visit to Villa Park was with my Dad........to see the cup being paraded around the pitch on the Sunday
He'll be with us today to be sure. Thanks Dad