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Title: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: UK Redsox on October 29, 2015, 05:30:57 PM: Monday 2 Nov 2015, 8pm
White Hart Lane
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Legion on October 29, 2015, 05:33:43 PM: Shock 0-2 away win.

Sinclair
Ayew
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Monty on October 29, 2015, 05:34:31 PM: Wouldn't it be really, really nice if we won?
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Toronto Villa on October 29, 2015, 05:39:21 PM: We've not been battered by anyone which is why I have faith that we can turn it around. I can see a hard fought 1-1 here.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: tony scott on October 29, 2015, 05:39:55 PM: We've gotta win sometime 2:1 Clark and Sinclair
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: The Left Side on October 29, 2015, 05:40:20 PM: 5-2 for us, come on the Villa boys
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Villa in Denmark on October 29, 2015, 05:47:02 PM: Quote from: Toronto Villa on October 29, 2015, 05:39:21 PM
We've not been battered by anyone which is why I have faith that we can turn it around. I can see a hard fought 1-1 here.
Why did you have to say that?
That said how often does a team hand out 2 twattings back to back?

Either KMAC picks a bizarre / conservative / meat & veg 442 and we'll lose 3-0 or he'll pick something that actually plays to our strengths and we'll get a 2-2 draw "to stop the rot"
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: CT on October 29, 2015, 05:49:31 PM: Pick that side again and it's 5-0 Spurs.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Rudy Can't Fail on October 29, 2015, 05:50:24 PM: Quote from: Legion on October 29, 2015, 05:33:43 PM
Shock 0-2 away win.

Sinclair
Ayew

You're assuming we get another penalty.

I do fancy us to get a result though, probably a 1-1 draw.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Whiney MacWhineface on October 29, 2015, 05:51:24 PM: I think we should get our Mum to write us a note excusing us. Or forge one.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: saunders_heroes on October 29, 2015, 05:51:29 PM: Quote from: CT on October 29, 2015, 05:49:31 PM
Pick that side again and it's 5-0 Spurs.

He won't though. Practically every PL team picks a weakened team for the League Cup.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: richard moore on October 29, 2015, 05:51:35 PM: 4-0 Spurs
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: PeterWithesShin on October 29, 2015, 05:53:22 PM: Them 1 Us 3.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Legion on October 29, 2015, 05:53:34 PM: Here's a Random XI to start with:

Guzan

Amavi
Richards
Okore
Hutton

Gil
Grealish
Sinclair
Gana
Veretout

Ayew
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: auntiesledd on October 29, 2015, 05:55:07 PM: I can't fully express how much confidence I've gained today after seeing K-Mac's piece on the BBC interweb wotsit: especially his near-Churchillian utterance of "If I'm in charge on Monday (at Tottenham) and we win, that'll set everything going again."

If that doesn't stir the loins of every Villain and put fear in the minds of the Tottingham fancy dans - then we should all give up & go shopping of a matchday.

4-1 Spuds.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: CT on October 29, 2015, 05:57:37 PM: Quote from: saunders_heroes on October 29, 2015, 05:51:29 PM
Quote from: CT on October 29, 2015, 05:49:31 PM
Pick that side again and it's 5-0 Spurs.

He won't though. Practically every PL team picks a weakened team for the League Cup.

Fair point. But we seem to pick a weak team for every game.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Monty on October 29, 2015, 05:59:21 PM: 4-3-3, of sorts:

Guzan; Richards/Hutton, Okore, Clark, Amavi; Sanchez, Gana, Veretout; Grealish, Gil; Ayew.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: oldtimernow on October 29, 2015, 06:03:53 PM: I'd go along with that
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: silhillvilla on October 29, 2015, 06:12:12 PM: A hard earned 0-0 .
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Ron Manager on October 29, 2015, 06:17:00 PM: Quote from: Monty on October 29, 2015, 05:59:21 PM
4-3-3, of sorts:

Guzan; Richards/Hutton, Okore, Clark, Amavi; Sanchez, Gana, Veretout; Grealish, Gil; Ayew.

The team most would select. Sherwood mark 2 may have different ideas!
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Boz on October 29, 2015, 06:28:33 PM: Quote from: Monty on October 29, 2015, 05:59:21 PM
4-3-3, of sorts:

Guzan; Richards/Hutton, Okore, Clark, Amavi; Sanchez, Gana, Veretout; Grealish, Gil; Ayew.

Can't see both Gil and Grealish in the starting line up or Gabby not being picked.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: FatSam on October 29, 2015, 06:39:58 PM: Quote from: The Left Side on October 29, 2015, 05:40:20 PM
5-2 for us, come on the Villa boys
With an Alan Wright screamer!
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: aj2k77 on October 29, 2015, 06:40:05 PM: 3-0 Spurs. One game closer to having a manager I suppose.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: bobdylan on October 29, 2015, 06:51:46 PM: Bunn
Richards Illori Clark Amavi
Gana Veretout
Adama Gil Grealish
Ayew

Subs Guzan, Okore, Crespo, Sanchez, Westwood, Kozak, Sinclair
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: russon on October 29, 2015, 07:33:51 PM: I'll be watching this in the same Inverness pub I saw us batter Blues 1-0 in which may be a good omen. Then again I'm not superstitious and we're even crapper now than then so I have no hesitation in predicting a 4-0 reverse.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Des Little on October 29, 2015, 07:35:45 PM: Begin with changing all 5 on the bench from last night with any 5 that started it and we may have a chance.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Nastylee on October 29, 2015, 07:39:37 PM: On the face of it, you can't see past a home win. However, Spurs flatter to deceive almost as often as us so it wouldn't be a total shock if we somehow came away with something and boy do we need something.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: PeterWithesShin on October 29, 2015, 07:41:30 PM: They haven't lost a league game since the opening day, we haven't won one since the opening day. Nailed on away win!
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: ciggiesnbeer on October 29, 2015, 07:44:32 PM: Have us down for a win. I know its the gamblers fallacy but you have to imagine we will get lucky one of these games.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: silhillvilla on October 29, 2015, 07:45:04 PM: Bunn
Richards Okore Clark Amavi
Gana sanchez
Gabby Grealish Sinclair
Ayew
Subs Guzan, lescott, Crespo, Veretout, Gestede , Kozak, Richardson
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Stu on October 29, 2015, 07:46:12 PM: Villa win, clearly.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 29, 2015, 07:53:59 PM: Do we have to?

56-0.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: maigrait on October 29, 2015, 08:05:10 PM: We'll dick around for a good 40 mins then capitulate just before half time. Then as we chase the game we leave gaps you could drive the team bus through and they score again.
Up steps kojak from the bench and slots three past them in as many minutes.
3 us 2 them.

Cue fans going wild and i can watch motd for the first time this season.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Tayls_7 on October 29, 2015, 08:07:19 PM: I've gone all statistician and looked at current trends over what seems like my entire f##king lifetime and plumped for a home ~~slaughter~~ win. As long as it's a nice game played in the right spirit who cares. Sorry, I'm trying to be strong, like a priest in Dublin's biggest lingerie department but the pressure is getting too much.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: silhillvilla on October 29, 2015, 08:09:58 PM: Quote from: maigrait on October 29, 2015, 08:05:10 PM

Cue fans going wild and i can watch motd for the first time this season.
Even if we win 8-0 I bet you won't watch Motd
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Malandro on October 29, 2015, 08:18:09 PM: Got to be our day. 0:2. Spurs look for new manager.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Dave Pountney on October 29, 2015, 08:21:45 PM: Quote from: Legion on October 29, 2015, 05:53:34 PM
Here's a Random XI to start with:

Guzan

Amavi
Richards
Okore
Hutton

Gil
Grealish
Sinclair
Gana
Veretout

Ayew

That's what it should be, but if Big Kev is still in the dugout, this is what it probably will be:

Guzan

Hutton
Lescott
Richards
Richardson

Westwood
Sanchez
Gueye
Sinclair

Agbonlahor
Gestede.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: PeterWithesShin on October 29, 2015, 08:27:28 PM: Kozak

Ayew Gestede Rushian-Hepburn Sinclair

Crespo Gabby Sinclair

Okore Clark

Richards
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: silhillvilla on October 29, 2015, 08:29:02 PM: Quote from: PeterWithesShin on October 29, 2015, 08:27:28 PM
Kozak

Ayew Gestede Rushian-Hepburn Sinclair

Crespo Gabby Sinclair

Okore Clark

Richards
Sinclair in midfield ! Wtf !
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: PeterWithesShin on October 29, 2015, 08:30:28 PM: Damn, I picked Sinclair twice!
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Villa in Denmark on October 29, 2015, 08:34:18 PM: Quote from: silhillvilla on October 29, 2015, 08:29:02 PM
Quote from: PeterWithesShin on October 29, 2015, 08:27:28 PM
Kozak

Ayew Gestede Rushian-Hepburn Sinclair

Crespo Gabby Sinclair

Okore Clark

Richards
Sinclair in midfield ! Wtf !
I know. How's he supposed to cover left back if he's in midfield?
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: PeterWithesShin on October 29, 2015, 08:43:06 PM: Grealish can be LB, problem solved!
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Des Little on October 29, 2015, 08:49:18 PM: Quote from: PeterWithesShin on October 29, 2015, 08:27:28 PM
Kozak

Ayew Gestede Rushian-Hepburn Sinclair

Crespo Gabby Sinclair

Okore Clark

Richards

Rush goalie? Like it
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Goldie.7 on October 29, 2015, 08:50:11 PM: Quote from: FatSam on October 29, 2015, 06:39:58 PM
Quote from: The Left Side on October 29, 2015, 05:40:20 PM
5-2 for us, come on the Villa boys
With an Alan Wright screamer!

Ooh yeah!
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Goldie.7 on October 29, 2015, 08:51:42 PM: Delaney was also another quality player I miss.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Chris Jameson on October 29, 2015, 08:52:17 PM: The Sherwood derby.

He'll be sad whatever the result but will also take credit if either side wins. When I say 'either' I think we know which one...
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Goldie.7 on October 29, 2015, 09:09:15 PM: I've been going with us to win all season, it isn't working...

Them 2 Us 1

It's very obvious what I'm trying to do here. 8)
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Richard E on October 29, 2015, 09:10:53 PM: Law of averages says we can't keep losing forever. Gritty 0-0.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Goldie.7 on October 29, 2015, 09:12:37 PM: Quote from: PeterWithesShin on October 29, 2015, 08:27:28 PM
Kozak

Ayew Gestede Rushian-Hepburn Grealish

Crespo Gabby Sinclair

Okore Clark

Richards

Thumbs up!!
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: brontebilly on October 29, 2015, 09:20:57 PM: Quote from: bobdylan on October 29, 2015, 06:51:46 PM
Bunn
Richards Illori Clark Amavi
Gana Veretout
Adama Gil Grealish
Ayew

Subs Guzan, Okore, Crespo, Sanchez, Westwood, Kozak, Sinclair

Dont think Crespo has done much wrong in his limited appearances, might be an option for RCB.

Cant see Hutton getting dropped though, one of our more committed players despite his limitations.

Amavi can have no excuses about getting dropped, Richardson or not.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: villadelph on October 29, 2015, 09:29:01 PM: I think they'll beat us badly, 3 or 4 - 1.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: manic-road on October 29, 2015, 10:17:46 PM: 1-0 loss.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Meanwood Villa on October 29, 2015, 10:42:16 PM: Do we do anything but lose? I'm struggling to remember.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Meanwood Villa on October 29, 2015, 10:50:07 PM: Quote from: Goldie.7 on October 29, 2015, 08:50:11 PM
Quote from: FatSam on October 29, 2015, 06:39:58 PM
Quote from: The Left Side on October 29, 2015, 05:40:20 PM
5-2 for us, come on the Villa boys
With an Alan Wright screamer!

Ooh yeah!

What a hit that is
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: PeterWithesShin on October 29, 2015, 11:08:48 PM: He only scored a few but they all seemed to be screamers.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Chris Jameson on October 29, 2015, 11:19:39 PM: Quote from: Des Little on October 29, 2015, 08:49:18 PM
Quote from: PeterWithesShin on October 29, 2015, 08:27:28 PM
Kozak

Ayew Gestede Rushian-Hepburn Sinclair

Crespo Gabby Sinclair

Okore Clark

Richards

Rush goalie? Like it

Is Richards in goal, or Kozak? Is it 4-3-2-1 or 2-3-4-1?
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: olaftab on October 29, 2015, 11:32:50 PM: I have feeling that we are not going to lose this weekend.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: olaftab on October 29, 2015, 11:35:13 PM: Quote from: PeterWithesShin on October 29, 2015, 08:27:28 PM
Kozak

Ayew Gestede Rushian-Hepburn Sinclair

Crespo Gabby Sinclair

Okore Clark

Richards
I am so pleased to learn that you are not being considered!
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Pete3206 on October 29, 2015, 11:35:21 PM: Spurs will win about 3 zip
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: PeterWithesShin on October 29, 2015, 11:35:28 PM: Kozak of course. He's 6'3, he's bound to be great in goal.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: silhillvilla on October 29, 2015, 11:39:13 PM: Quote from: PeterWithesShin on October 29, 2015, 11:35:28 PM
Kozak of course. He's 6'3, he's bound to be great in goal.
Hello . Talk about posting for effect .
Gestede 6'5" = keeper . Duh
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Sexual Ealing on October 29, 2015, 11:41:44 PM: Quote from: Meanwood Villa on October 29, 2015, 10:50:07 PM
Quote from: Goldie.7 on October 29, 2015, 08:50:11 PM
Quote from: FatSam on October 29, 2015, 06:39:58 PM
Quote from: The Left Side on October 29, 2015, 05:40:20 PM
5-2 for us, come on the Villa boys
With an Alan Wright screamer!

Ooh yeah!

What a hit that is

That really was a horrible kit.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: VinnieChase84 on October 30, 2015, 05:18:19 AM: Quote from: PeterWithesShin on October 29, 2015, 11:08:48 PM
He only scored a few but they all seemed to be screamers.
Remember his away at Boro in the mid ish 90's was s screamer too
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: FatSam on October 30, 2015, 07:51:22 AM: Quote from: Goldie.7 on October 29, 2015, 08:51:42 PM
Delaney was also another quality player I miss.
Just thought the same watching that clip. It was a position we didn't have to think about when he was on the scene. When you think about all the problems we've had with full backs since, it's depressing. I was at this Spurs game, as well as the Fulham game when Bocanegra scythed him down.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Villa in Denmark on October 30, 2015, 08:14:34 AM: Quote from: VinnieChase84 on October 30, 2015, 05:18:19 AM
Quote from: PeterWithesShin on October 29, 2015, 11:08:48 PM
He only scored a few but they all seemed to be screamers.
Remember his away at Boro in the mid ish 90's was s screamer too
Night game on New Year's day. The only time I went to a game with my old man.

"Who needs Juninho when we've got Alan Wright."
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Deano's Mullet on October 30, 2015, 09:34:24 AM: Defeat once again.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: joe_c on October 30, 2015, 10:57:49 AM: Quote from: Villa in Denmark on October 30, 2015, 08:14:34 AM
Quote from: VinnieChase84 on October 30, 2015, 05:18:19 AM
Quote from: PeterWithesShin on October 29, 2015, 11:08:48 PM
He only scored a few but they all seemed to be screamers.
Remember his away at Boro in the mid ish 90's was s screamer too
Night game on New Year's day. The only time I went to a game with my old man.

"Who needs Juninho when we've got Alan Wright."

I watched that in the King Edward on Lichfield Road with my dad. My abiding memory other than the two great goals was with about 20/30 minutes to go and Villa in total control, a Nose yelling "Come on Boro, stop toying with them!" at the TV.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: rob_bridge on October 30, 2015, 11:06:40 AM: Defeat. Death by Kane.

3-1
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Archbishop Herbert Cockthrottle on October 30, 2015, 11:18:58 AM: Victory. At long last. Victory.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Monty on October 30, 2015, 11:32:02 AM: Promisingly, KMac has said that he got the tactics 'wrong' against Southampton - meaning, presumably, the rigid 4-4-2 with its accompanying lumped-in crosses to the Big Bloke. He changed it during the match as well, so let's hope we see something different against Spurs. Anyway, the 4-4-2 wasn't that bad when we were just sitting in - it was when the midfielders tiptoed forward that the great chasm yawned open between them and the defence, leading to the embarrassing first goal.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Mossie Hennebry on October 30, 2015, 12:07:44 PM: He will probably do something like:

Guzan
Hutton Crespo Clark Richardson
Sanchez
Agbonlahor Westwood Grealish Sinclair
Ayew
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: peter w on October 30, 2015, 12:13:56 PM: Well we won't win. And I have no idea what combination I'd play other than I'd start Ayew and Grealish and not have Gil in the squad. I'd bring back N'Zogbia and Kozak into the squad. I'd like to see Okore and/or Clark back too.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Mossie Hennebry on October 30, 2015, 12:22:27 PM: I've done Triple Captain on Kane this week. Confidence is at an all-time low with me.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: in exile on October 30, 2015, 12:26:03 PM: Oh bugger, I clicked the wrong box
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Jon Crofts on October 30, 2015, 12:26:45 PM: Quote from: Sexual Ealing on October 29, 2015, 11:41:44 PM
Quote from: Meanwood Villa on October 29, 2015, 10:50:07 PM
Quote from: Goldie.7 on October 29, 2015, 08:50:11 PM
Quote from: FatSam on October 29, 2015, 06:39:58 PM
Quote from: The Left Side on October 29, 2015, 05:40:20 PM
5-2 for us, come on the Villa boys
With an Alan Wright screamer!

Ooh yeah!

What a hit that is

That really was a horrible kit.

A week or so before the FA Cup Final, we were truly abysmal the first 45 minutes, 2-0 down to 2 Chris 'Pot Head' Armstrong goals if my memory serves me right.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Smoke on October 30, 2015, 12:30:01 PM: Guzan

Hutton Richards Clark
Amavi
Sanchez
Veretout Gana

Gill

Ayew Grealish

Subs
Bunn
Lescott
Bacuna
Westwood
Kozak
Gabby
Gestede

Guzan - Throw the ball where possible and quickly.
Sanchez - No shooting from 40 yards.
Balls to feet.
Keep Gill & Grealish close to each other, look for the overlaps and FOR FUCKS SAKE MOOOOVE!!! nobody standing still, ever.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Dr Butler on October 30, 2015, 02:15:19 PM: Quote from: Jon Crofts on October 30, 2015, 12:26:45 PM
Quote from: Sexual Ealing on October 29, 2015, 11:41:44 PM
Quote from: Meanwood Villa on October 29, 2015, 10:50:07 PM
Quote from: Goldie.7 on October 29, 2015, 08:50:11 PM
Quote from: FatSam on October 29, 2015, 06:39:58 PM
Quote from: The Left Side on October 29, 2015, 05:40:20 PM
5-2 for us, come on the Villa boys
With an Alan Wright screamer!

Ooh yeah!

What a hit that is

That really was a horrible kit.

A week or so before the FA Cup Final, we were truly abysmal the first 45 minutes, 2-0 down to 2 Chris 'Pot Head' Armstrong goals if my memory serves me right.

I was at that game and I believe it was Steffan Freud who go the first...

the same result would be great please Villa :)

UTV
the Doc
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: joe_c on October 30, 2015, 02:25:01 PM: Thinking about it, do we not have a 100% record at White Hart Lane under caretaker managers?
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Dr Butler on October 30, 2015, 02:35:54 PM: Quote from: joe_c on October 30, 2015, 02:25:01 PM
Thinking about it, do we not have a 100% record at White Hart Lane under caretaker managers?

I'm willing to help you clutch those straws joe_c :)

UTV
The Doc
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: ChicagoLion on October 30, 2015, 03:46:11 PM: An absoloutel mauling 3 0 to s
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Dr Butler on October 30, 2015, 04:11:54 PM: Quote from: ChicagoLion on October 30, 2015, 03:46:11 PM
An absoloutel mauling 3 0 to s

have missed the u before the s out ChicagoLion ? ;)

UTV
The Doc
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: gpbarr on October 30, 2015, 04:36:20 PM: 4-0 loss. We are a mess. Confidence is rock bottom. Spurs hit the gas last week.

It's going to be a rough period - new manager needed yesterday to sort out tactics, style, selection, and give the players confidence.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: levico on October 30, 2015, 04:59:31 PM: Them loads Us 0
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Tayls_7 on October 30, 2015, 05:03:14 PM: Quote from: peter w on October 30, 2015, 12:13:56 PM
Well we won't win. And I have no idea what combination I'd play other than I'd start Ayew and Grealish and not have Gil in the squad. I'd bring back N'Zogbia and Kozak into the squad. I'd like to see Okore and/or Clark back too.

If Rowett moves onto bigger things I want you to apply for the vacancy Peter.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Archie on October 30, 2015, 06:29:47 PM: I do not agree that it was an horrible kit.
Untraditional, but very smart.
Obviously I am always for the distintictive claret body with blue sleeves, but every now and a change can be accepted.
Even the old Romans said that "semel in anno licet insanire"!
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Ron Manager on October 30, 2015, 06:37:37 PM: Quote from: Archie on October 30, 2015, 06:29:47 PM
I do not agree that it was an horrible kit.
Untraditional, but very smart.
Obviously I am always for the distintictive claret body with blue sleeves, but every now and a change can be accepted.
Even the old Romans said that "semel in anno licet insanire"!

I thought it was OK.We have had far worse.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 30, 2015, 08:16:19 PM: It was awful. Stripey nonsense, the wrong colour shorts and the claret was way off, as it was for much of the early 2000s.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: ChicagoLion on October 30, 2015, 08:25:20 PM: Quote from: Dr Butler on October 30, 2015, 04:11:54 PM
Quote from: ChicagoLion on October 30, 2015, 03:46:11 PM
An absoloutel mauling 3 0 to s

have missed the u before the s out ChicagoLion ? ;)

UTV
The Doc
Yes too right old chap, ;)
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: IFWaters on October 30, 2015, 08:39:56 PM: Guzan

Richards
Okore
Clark

Amavi
Gana
Sanchez

Traore
Gil
Grealish

Kozak
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Pete3206 on October 30, 2015, 08:44:56 PM: Just watched Kmac's press conference on AVTV. Lord help us.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Toronto Villa on October 30, 2015, 08:48:34 PM: Quote from: Pete3206 on October 30, 2015, 08:44:56 PM
Just watched Kmac's press conference on AVTV. Lord help us.

He's not the most inspiring is he? Then again Sherwood often said a lot of the right things and it ended up a load of bollocks. I just pray he's saying the right things and picking the right team for Monday. We don't need to be in a bigger hole than the one the previous manager left us in.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: olaftab on October 30, 2015, 09:01:46 PM: Pellegrini and Wenger never appear very inspiring in their conferences.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Toronto Villa on October 30, 2015, 09:02:34 PM: Quote from: olaftab on October 30, 2015, 09:01:46 PM
Pellegrini and Wenger never appear very inspiring in their conferences.

They seem smart though. At least Wenger does.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: olaftab on October 30, 2015, 10:06:59 PM: Ahaa yes but different argument.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Andy_Lochhead_in_the_air on October 30, 2015, 10:09:18 PM: Chivers. Martin bloody Chivers ! I hate you !
Nice one Cyril ? Spurs are on their way to Wembley ? Bloody awful songs, even by the standards of football songs !
At least we showed Rikki and Ossie when we did Tottingham that night 4-1 ! Stick that up yer Junta !
Hate White Hart Lane, hate cocknees, hate Alan bloody Sugar. The Lilywhites ? What sort of bloody nickname is that !
Worst club in London apart from most of the others. Gascoigne, Lineker, Mullery, Gilzean, bloody Perryman...hate the lot of you.

The result Monday ? I'm past bloody caring !
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: richard moore on October 31, 2015, 12:31:00 PM: Quote from: Andy_Lochhead_in_the_air on October 30, 2015, 10:09:18 PM
Chivers. Martin bloody Chivers ! I hate you !
Nice one Cyril ? Spurs are on their way to Wembley ? Bloody awful songs, even by the standards of football songs !
At least we showed Rikki and Ossie when we did Tottingham that night 4-1 ! Stick that up yer Junta !
Hate White Hart Lane, hate cocknees, hate Alan bloody Sugar. The Lilywhites ? What sort of bloody nickname is that !
Worst club in London apart from most of the others. Gascoigne, Lineker, Mullery, Gilzean, bloody Perryman...hate the lot of you.

The result Monday ? I'm past bloody caring !

It doesn't sound as if you are past bloody caring at all!!!
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Karl Bridges on October 31, 2015, 12:36:26 PM: 0-1 Gesteke with a late winner after being bombarded for 82 minutes
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Rudy Can't Fail on October 31, 2015, 02:00:01 PM: Quote from: Andy_Lochhead_in_the_air on October 30, 2015, 10:09:18 PM
The Lilywhites ? What sort of bloody nickname is that !

If memory serves, their nickname comes from a product women stick in their knickers to catch piss.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Villa in Denmark on October 31, 2015, 02:12:51 PM: Quote from: Rudy Can't Fail on October 31, 2015, 02:00:01 PM
Quote from: Andy_Lochhead_in_the_air on October 30, 2015, 10:09:18 PM
The Lilywhites ? What sort of bloody nickname is that !

If memory serves, their nickname comes from a product women stick in their knickers to catch piss.
So what you're saying is that they're a bunch of half soaked ******?
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Steve67 on October 31, 2015, 05:50:18 PM: Guzan
Hutton Richards Okore Amavi
Gana Sanchez
Traore Gil Grealish
Ayew

Fuck it, go for it. Would rather lose and be seen to look to win that park the bus and know that, once Spurs score, we've got no chance of getting back in to the game. Subs: Gabby, Veretout, Gestede, Lescott, Bunn, Crespo, Westwood.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Toronto Villa on October 31, 2015, 05:53:00 PM: Blimey what formation is that?
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: olaftab on October 31, 2015, 05:54:31 PM: Quote from: Newby on October 31, 2015, 05:50:18 PM
Guzan
Hutton Richards Okore Amavi
Gana Sanchez
Traore Veretout Gil
Ayew

Fuck it, go for it. Would rather lose and be seen to look to win that park the bus and know that, once Spurs score, we've got no chance of getting back in to the game. Subs: Gabby, Grealish, Gestede, Lescott, Bunn, Crespo, Westwood.
Just those little tweaks for me!
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Steve67 on October 31, 2015, 05:58:31 PM: Quote from: Toronto Villa on October 31, 2015, 05:53:00 PM
Blimey what formation is that?

It's the 4-2-3-1 that the modern day Manager raves about.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Ron Manager on October 31, 2015, 06:05:20 PM: Quote from: Newby on October 31, 2015, 05:58:31 PM
Quote from: Toronto Villa on October 31, 2015, 05:53:00 PM
Blimey what formation is that?

It's the 4-2-3-1 that the modern day Manager raves about.

and its a good one which of course means KMac will select Agbonlahor and ten others in a formation that will be hard to fathom.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: in exile on October 31, 2015, 06:05:58 PM: Quote from: Newby on October 31, 2015, 05:50:18 PM
Guzan
Hutton Richards Okore Amavi
Gana Sanchez
Traore Gil Grealish
Ayew

Fuck it, go for it. Would rather lose and be seen to look to win that park the bus and know that, once Spurs score, we've got no chance of getting back in to the game. Subs: Gabby, Veretout, Gestede, Lescott, Bunn, Crespo, Westwood.
Somehow I just can't see MacDonald going for it
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: CT Villan on October 31, 2015, 06:47:34 PM: I think the players will raise their game knowing that the arrival of a new manager is imminent and they'll want to impress. We will win a close game 0-1.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Legion on October 31, 2015, 06:50:06 PM: KMac to go with

Guzan
Hutton
Lescott
Richards
Richardson
Westwood
Sanchez
Bacuna
Sinclair
Gestede
Agbonlahor
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: preston28 on October 31, 2015, 07:07:49 PM: We'll get stuffed. 4-0 to Spuds. New manager in waiting watches from the stands and realises just how big a task he has taken on to get us out the massive hole we have dug ourselves.
Now to hit the wine!
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: CT on October 31, 2015, 07:11:29 PM: Quote from: Legion on October 31, 2015, 06:50:06 PM
KMac to go with

Guzan
Hutton
Lescott
Richards
Richardson
Westwood
Sanchez
Bacuna
Sinclair
Gestede
Agbonlahor

It's Halloween. That's seriously scary!
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: postal on October 31, 2015, 07:24:43 PM: No offense to Spurs or us, but Spurs have an Europa game on Thursday, so they might rest players against us, thinking that we might be an easy game.

Its possible that they might regret a tactic if they do it.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Villa in Denmark on October 31, 2015, 07:49:59 PM: Quote from: in exile on October 31, 2015, 06:05:58 PM
Quote from: Newby on October 31, 2015, 05:50:18 PM
Guzan
Hutton Richards Okore Amavi
Gana Sanchez
Traore Gil Grealish
Ayew

Fuck it, go for it. Would rather lose and be seen to look to win that park the bus and know that, once Spurs score, we've got no chance of getting back in to the game. Subs: Gabby, Veretout, Gestede, Lescott, Bunn, Crespo, Westwood.
Somehow I just can't see MacDonald going for it

Much as I'd like to see Okore get a game, not on the left side. If he's going to play, shove Richards out to right back and get Clark in on the left side.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Gareth on October 31, 2015, 10:06:49 PM: I'd go;
Guzan

Okore
Richards
Clark
Crespo

Gana
Sanchez
Veretout

Gil
Gabby

Ayew

Presuming Crespo can play left back, we need a back four who will put themselves on the line whilst we get a couple of results - Amavi will eventually be the man but at the mo a Crespo or Richardson might be the option.

I would never start a game with any two of Gil / Grealish / Sinclair whilst we are in trouble, the lack of defending from the front those three offer is appalling & isn't offset by what they offer in attack at this point so it is one passenger only.

Okore could do a job at right back IMHO, he'd defend better than Hutton, we'd probably find out that he can cross a ball better than Hutton too :-) not difficult
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: walsall villain on October 31, 2015, 10:18:52 PM: Quote from: postal on October 31, 2015, 07:24:43 PM
No offense to Spurs or us, but Spurs have an Europa game on Thursday, so they might rest players against us, thinking that we might be an easy game.

Its possible that they might regret a tactic if they do it.
I don't recall any team resting players from a league game for a Europa tie, can't see it. Reckon we will get a draw though somehow.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: john2710 on October 31, 2015, 11:52:32 PM: Guzan
Hutton Richards Clarke Amarvi

Westwood Sanchez Gana

Ayew Grealish

Agbonlahor
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Pete3206 on November 01, 2015, 10:55:41 AM: Quote from: postal on October 31, 2015, 07:24:43 PM
No offense to Spurs or us, but Spurs have an Europa game on Thursday, so they might rest players against us, thinking that we might be an easy game.

Its possible that they might regret a tactic if they do it.

I think it's more likely that Spurs will rest players on Thursday. The Europa League has all the allure of The Simod Cup.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Ron Manager on November 01, 2015, 01:31:28 PM: Quote from: john2710 on October 31, 2015, 11:52:32 PM
Guzan
Hutton Richards Clarke Amarvi

Westwood Sanchez Gana

Ayew Grealish

Agbonlahor

Clark!!!!!
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Villa in Denmark on November 01, 2015, 01:52:30 PM: Quote from: Pete3206 on November 01, 2015, 10:55:41 AM
Quote from: postal on October 31, 2015, 07:24:43 PM
No offense to Spurs or us, but Spurs have an Europa game on Thursday, so they might rest players against us, thinking that we might be an easy game.

Its possible that they might regret a tactic if they do it.

I think it's more likely that Spurs will rest players on Thursday. The Europa League has all the allure of The Simod Cup.

Oddly enough,only to English clubs.
What will be really funny is when Scudamore & co. start issuing edicts that PL teams have to take it seriously to preserve the PL European coefficient to keep the 4th CL spot, given how poorly English teams are doing in both.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Lizz on November 01, 2015, 02:11:56 PM: My son's going to the game. He's normally optimistic, rather than it's all doom and gloom but he's said if it wasn't for the fact he's paid for his ticket he wouldn't be bothered about going.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Steve R on November 01, 2015, 07:25:21 PM: I thought the double barrel full backs worked well at Southampton. Where we fell down was playing two up front at the expense of an extra central midfielder, and the fact that the two that were picked there were a bit shite. In addition, Hutton is a liability regardless of formation.

Guzan
Crespo, Richards, Clark, Amavi
Sanchez Ganna
Bacuna Vertout Richardson
Ayew

Bunn, Lescott, Okore, Gil, Westwood, Sinclair, Gestede
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: LukeJames on November 01, 2015, 08:02:21 PM: Hopefully the appointment of Garde tomorrow will see the players raise their game to try and impress.

Guzan

Hutton. Richards. Clark. Amavi.

Gueye. Sanchez.

Traore. Gil. Grealish.

Ayew.

Thats what I'd like McDonald too go with, unfortunately I think Richardson, Westwood , Gabby, Lescott and Gestede will start though.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: brontebilly on November 01, 2015, 08:26:41 PM: To be honest Id like to see Garde in the dugout tomorrow. If we attempt 442 tomorrow tonight we will be annihilated in midfield
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: ez on November 01, 2015, 08:26:44 PM: Two wins on the bounce at spurs? Why not? I'm going for a villa win for the first time in ages.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Witton Warrior on November 01, 2015, 08:33:57 PM: Quote from: ez on November 01, 2015, 08:26:44 PM
Two wins on the bounce at spurs? Why not? I'm going for a villa win for the first time in ages.

I admire your pluck sir!
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Matt Collins on November 01, 2015, 08:38:27 PM: If there were 15-1 odds for a villa win here I wouldn't be tempted. Spurs have only lost one league game this Season
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Louzie0 on November 01, 2015, 08:44:48 PM: Quote from: Matt Collins on November 01, 2015, 08:38:27 PM
If there were 15-1 odds for a villa win here I wouldn't be tempted. Spurs have only lost one league game this Season
They're overdue.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Monty on November 01, 2015, 08:46:44 PM: Remi will inspire the players at half-time and we'll come from behind to win. Managers who do that always end up well.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Ian. on November 01, 2015, 09:03:40 PM: Quote from: Monty on November 01, 2015, 08:46:44 PM
Remi will inspire the players at half-time and we'll come from behind to win. Managers who do that always end up well.
We're fooked then.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Broughty-Villian on November 02, 2015, 02:09:01 AM: an absolutely rampant performance 0-2 and that is all
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Malandro on November 02, 2015, 03:02:52 AM: Quote from: Lizz on November 01, 2015, 02:11:56 PM
My son's going to the game. He's normally optimistic, rather than it's all doom and gloom but he's said if it wasn't for the fact he's paid for his ticket he wouldn't be bothered about going.

I did the same for a motor racing event at Silverstone this summer.

I came back drenched, wishing I'd set fire to the ticket.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: l_mckay on November 02, 2015, 08:02:29 AM: 3-1 defeat
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: devilla on November 02, 2015, 08:18:22 AM: Bit of a new manager bounce, 1 each.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Ron Manager on November 02, 2015, 08:29:31 AM: Expect to see Agbonlahor in the starting line up.Kev Mac seems to rate him.Why I haven't got a clue.Hasn't scored for seven months apparently!
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: passport1 on November 02, 2015, 08:34:52 AM: I expect a thumping. Just hope it's not too bad.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Hookeysmith on November 02, 2015, 09:00:56 AM: Quote from: Smoke on October 30, 2015, 12:30:01 PM
Guzan

Hutton Richards Clark
Amavi
Sanchez
Veretout Gana

Gill

Ayew Grealish

Subs
Bunn
Lescott
Bacuna
Westwood
Kozak
Gabby
Gestede

Guzan - Throw the ball where possible and quickly.
Sanchez - No shooting from 40 yards.
Balls to feet.
Keep Gill & Grealish close to each other, look for the overlaps and FOR FUCKS SAKE MOOOOVE!!! nobody standing still, ever.

I ,like the look of that
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: walsall villain on November 02, 2015, 10:25:09 AM: We could do with a but of luck tonight for a change. Perhaps a dubious sending off, a dodgy penalty, anything will do. In recent years our relegation rivals have often won games when least expected, wouldn't it be nice if we managed that tonight?
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: OzVilla on November 02, 2015, 10:37:35 AM: I've a good feeling about this game, dont know why just have. 1-3 to the Villa.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: andyh on November 02, 2015, 10:59:15 AM: I have just seen the footage on SSN of the team standing on the platform of Birmingham International waiting for the train to take them to London.
Is this the best preparation for a game?

I'm sure it has its merits, but it all seemed a bit cheap and unprofessional.
I wonder if any any premier league teams travel by train in this way.

And, if we MUST travel by train, why the fuck haven't the club got a private train for the boys.
Christ, how far has this club fallen!!
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: tj66 on November 02, 2015, 11:07:00 AM: It's probably a case of "If you always do what you've always done, you will always get what you've always got" - and that's not been much recently.
Maybe it's just a case of trying something different to try and change our luck.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Des Little on November 02, 2015, 11:17:28 AM: I'm on the Chiltern Rattler later. If it's good enough for me, it's good enough for that lot.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: dicedlam on November 02, 2015, 11:27:31 AM: Quote from: andyh on November 02, 2015, 10:59:15 AM
I have just seen the footage on SSN of the team standing on the platform of Birmingham International waiting for the train to take them to London.
Is this the best preparation for a game?

I'm sure it has its merits, but it all seemed a bit cheap and unprofessional.
I wonder if any any premier league teams travel by train in this way.

And, if we MUST travel by train, why the fuck haven't the club got a private train for the boys.
Christ, how far has this club fallen!!

I'm sure this must have something to do with the weather (for those of you overseas its very foggy).
They may of thought it to much of a risk having ~~assets~~ players costing millions of pounds traveling by coach.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: AVH87 on November 02, 2015, 11:29:13 AM: Battling 1-1 draw with Garde watching from the stands.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Brend'Watkins on November 02, 2015, 11:31:01 AM: Quote from: dicedlam on November 02, 2015, 11:27:31 AM
Quote from: andyh on November 02, 2015, 10:59:15 AM
I have just seen the footage on SSN of the team standing on the platform of Birmingham International waiting for the train to take them to London.
Is this the best preparation for a game?

I'm sure it has its merits, but it all seemed a bit cheap and unprofessional.
I wonder if any any premier league teams travel by train in this way.

And, if we MUST travel by train, why the fuck haven't the club got a private train for the boys.
Christ, how far has this club fallen!!

I'm sure this must have something to do with the weather (for those of you overseas its very foggy).
They may of thought it to much of a risk having assets costing millions of pounds traveling by coach.

Correct. They'll return by coach later.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Chris Jameson on November 02, 2015, 11:37:42 AM: Quote from: andyh on November 02, 2015, 10:59:15 AM
I have just seen the footage on SSN of the team standing on the platform of Birmingham International waiting for the train to take them to London.
Is this the best preparation for a game?

I'm sure it has its merits, but it all seemed a bit cheap and unprofessional.
I wonder if any any premier league teams travel by train in this way.

And, if we MUST travel by train, why the fuck haven't the club got a private train for the boys.
Christ, how far has this club fallen!!

Loads of clubs travel by train. Why do you think they buy so many friends and family railcards?
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: passport1 on November 02, 2015, 11:38:52 AM: Many flights cancelled today and road trips hazardous.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: passport1 on November 02, 2015, 11:40:41 AM: Actually fog on the pitch might help us.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: rob_bridge on November 02, 2015, 12:03:36 PM: Quote from: passport1 on November 02, 2015, 11:38:52 AM
Many flights cancelled today and road trips hazardous.

I'd argue train travel (especially first class) is more comfortable in any case.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Hookeysmith on November 02, 2015, 12:23:35 PM: I do think that in some folks minds its yet another opportunity to have a dig at the club

Looking at some of the possible suggestions as to why use the train they all seem not only plausible but sensible also

Some will not let that get in the way of having a pop at the club
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: andyh on November 02, 2015, 12:25:44 PM: If that's a pop at me, don't bother.
I was joking, obviously it was too subtle for some.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Toronto Villa on November 02, 2015, 12:25:46 PM: and why do the players need to be wrapped in cotton wool and pampered? I'm sure they are not travelling economy either, so they'll be just fine.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Vegas on November 02, 2015, 12:27:59 PM: Quote from: andyh on November 02, 2015, 10:59:15 AM
I have just seen the footage on SSN of the team standing on the platform of Birmingham International waiting for the train to take them to London.
Is this the best preparation for a game?

I'm sure it has its merits, but it all seemed a bit cheap and unprofessional.
I wonder if any any premier league teams travel by train in this way.

And, if we MUST travel by train, why the fuck haven't the club got a private train for the boys.
Christ, how far has this club fallen!!

This really is trying hard to find something to moan about. I think first class train is a clear upgrade on coach travel.

Other clubs do use trains - a few months ago I was on a train from Liverpool to London when the Everton team plus Roberto Martinez got on at Runcorn. The conductor wished em well despite being "a red", and they got whisked off to a waiting coach at Euston.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: dave.woodhall on November 02, 2015, 12:30:52 PM: I'd never thought about it before but it's probably a lot quicker to travel to Euston by train and have a coach waiting than to be stuck on the M1 for an eternity.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: AGRIPPA on November 02, 2015, 12:35:08 PM: My team for tonight:

Guzan

Hutton
Richards
Clark
Amavi

Sanchez
Gaga

Gil
Vertout
Grealish

Sinclair/Kozak

Go for it I say.... Westwood and gabby nowhere near the pitch please
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: PaulWinch again on November 02, 2015, 12:42:23 PM: Quote from: AGRIPPA on November 02, 2015, 12:35:08 PM
My team for tonight:

Guzan

Hutton
Richards
Clark
Amavi

Sanchez
Gaga

Gil
Vertout
Grealish

Sinclair/Kozak

Go for it I say.... Westwood and gabby nowhere near the pitch please

I think I'd play Ayew up front.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Ron Manager on November 02, 2015, 12:45:36 PM: Lady Gaga in midfield...interesting selection!
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Lobsterboy on November 02, 2015, 12:55:08 PM: Quote from: AGRIPPA on November 02, 2015, 12:35:08 PM
My team for tonight:

Guzan

Hutton
Richards
Clark
Amavi

Sanchez
Gaga

Gil
Vertout
Grealish

Sinclair/Kozak

Go for it I say.... Westwood and gabby nowhere near the pitch please

I'd go with something very similar - Adama in the three behind the striker rather than one of Gil or Grealish and definitely Ayew up top

We'll still get hammered but should have a decent shape!
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: AV82EC on November 02, 2015, 01:29:02 PM: I think Man U always travel to London away games by train. I've seen the whole Argentinuan squad on a Pendolino heading up to Manc as well.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Dave on November 02, 2015, 01:43:22 PM: There was that kerfuffle after the Stoke - Arsenal match last season with Arsenal supporters shouting at the team while they were all waiting for the same train home.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Villa in Denmark on November 02, 2015, 01:46:55 PM: Quote from: Ron Manager on November 02, 2015, 12:45:36 PM
Lady Gaga in midfield...interesting selection!
We'll need more than a third strip then. Probably the last 5 season's worth might cover it.

Good way of distracting the Spurs midfield mind, sort of the opposite of Ferguson's grey strip excuse all of those years ago.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Archbishop Herbert Cockthrottle on November 02, 2015, 01:49:49 PM: Villa to win or draw 2/1.

Argent dans le banque.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: cdward on November 02, 2015, 01:56:51 PM: Quote from: dave.woodhall on November 02, 2015, 12:30:52 PM
I'd never thought about it before but it's probably a lot quicker to travel to Euston by train and have a coach waiting than to be stuck on the M1 for an eternity.
Is Sherwood the coach driver, at least he can put his knowledge to some use now.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Clark W Griswold on November 02, 2015, 02:00:21 PM: Quote from: andyh on November 02, 2015, 10:59:15 AM
I have just seen the footage on SSN of the team standing on the platform of Birmingham International waiting for the train to take them to London.
Is this the best preparation for a game?

I'm sure it has its merits, but it all seemed a bit cheap and unprofessional.
I wonder if any any premier league teams travel by train in this way.

And, if we MUST travel by train, why the fuck haven't the club got a private train for the boys.
Christ, how far has this club fallen!!

They need to do it in the style of the supporters back in the day, cattle class, all shit faced for the entire 2 hour journey, noisy and obscene chanting all the way, trying to hang out of the windows and trying to rock the fucker once it gets to the station. Might build up some team spirit.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Chris Smith on November 02, 2015, 02:10:32 PM: I am not sure how First Class rail travel to London can be classed as "cheap".
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Olof's Beard on November 02, 2015, 02:12:39 PM: I would play Gabby up front. He is next to useless at home these days but in a game where we are likely to be playing on the break, he can be useful. I understand why people would not want him in the team but it's worth remembering that the only time he has played up front on his todd of late was at Leicester, when we put in our best attacking performance of the season (and Grealish and Gil looked much better than they have for the rest of the campaign as well). I would probably still play just one of the latter two as we're away and stick Ayew in for his pace and work rate on the break.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Chico Hamilton III on November 02, 2015, 02:16:28 PM: Quote from: cdward on November 02, 2015, 01:56:51 PM
Quote from: dave.woodhall on November 02, 2015, 12:30:52 PM
I'd never thought about it before but it's probably a lot quicker to travel to Euston by train and have a coach waiting than to be stuck on the M1 for an eternity.
Is Sherwood the coach driver, at least he can put his knowledge to some use now.

Steve McLaren always reminds me of a coach driver, for some reason
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: placeforparks on November 02, 2015, 02:18:49 PM: i once met sorenson, laursen and mellberg getting the tube into central london after a game at spurs.

going out on the town, dressed like a jacamo advert.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: richard moore on November 02, 2015, 02:32:10 PM: Quote from: placeforparks on November 02, 2015, 02:18:49 PM
i once met sorenson, laursen and mellberg getting the tube into central london after a game at spurs.

going out on the town, dressed like a jacamo advert.

Good looking bunch of guys!
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Dr Butler on November 02, 2015, 02:38:17 PM: The Middlesbrough side regularly travel by train for their London away games, we used to see them after the games at Darlington station before they would board a coach back to Middlesbrough.

UTV
The Doc
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: QuintonVilla on November 02, 2015, 02:38:30 PM: 4-0 defeat
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Walmley_Villa on November 02, 2015, 03:04:12 PM: Stop the rot..... 1-1
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: PaulTheVillan on November 02, 2015, 03:06:16 PM: Kane 10/1 Hat trick.
11/1 a Villa player to score first.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: PaulTheVillan on November 02, 2015, 03:06:44 PM: I think Spurs will win 4-0.

A goal in the first 5 minutes, 3-0 by HT and then a late one.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Villa in Denmark on November 02, 2015, 03:10:20 PM: Quote from: cdward on November 02, 2015, 01:56:51 PM
Quote from: dave.woodhall on November 02, 2015, 12:30:52 PM
I'd never thought about it before but it's probably a lot quicker to travel to Euston by train and have a coach waiting than to be stuck on the M1 for an eternity.
Is Sherwood the coach driver, at least he can put his knowledge to some use now.

He'd probably put one of the front wheels where the steering wheel should be, re-wire everything so the brake and accelerator pedals were reversed and then run out of fuel half way towards his destination because he'd looked at the map upside down.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: thegreatdane on November 02, 2015, 03:30:51 PM: If we win ill dangle my nuts from the upper holte
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: oldhill_avfc on November 02, 2015, 03:53:29 PM: Quote from: Chris Smith on November 02, 2015, 02:10:32 PM
I am not sure how First Class rail travel to London can be classed as "cheap".

£10 top up over standard at weekend - bargain
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: stomper on November 02, 2015, 04:00:40 PM: Loads of clubs travel by train but I think they normally have a private carriage rather than travelling in first class.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: KevinGage on November 02, 2015, 04:06:32 PM: A good start, hit them early with a two goal blast, and we might be able to force a draw.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Clark W Griswold on November 02, 2015, 04:34:25 PM: Last time we went to Tottenham in November without a manager....1994 and we won 4-3 with goals from Atkinson, Fenton (2) and Saunders. I was there, and it was a great away day. I'm going to predict the same score line tonight, Gestede, Grealish (2) and Sinclair.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Toronto Villa on November 02, 2015, 04:40:43 PM: I'm really hoping Gestede doesn't start tonight because it completely dictates how we play. I'd sooner we go with a far more technical approach and pass and think our way to victory.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: VillaAlways on November 02, 2015, 04:46:10 PM: Apparently we have won only one game out of the last 14 played on a Monday night

It's not looking good
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: gpbarr on November 02, 2015, 05:22:40 PM: 4-3-3

Bunn
Crespo
Richards
Okore
Amavi
Veretout
Gueye
Sanchez
Grealish (floating role behind front three)
Ayew
Traore
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: walsall villain on November 02, 2015, 05:28:06 PM: Quote from: VillaAlways on November 02, 2015, 04:46:10 PM
Apparently we have won only one game out of the last 14 played on a Monday night

It's not looking good
It feels like it's the same stat for Saturday's, Sunday's,Tuesday's and Wednesday's to me!
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: AGRIPPA on November 02, 2015, 05:29:16 PM: Quote from: Ron Manager on November 02, 2015, 12:45:36 PM
Lady Gaga in midfield...interesting selection!

Need someone to get diiiirty... 8) 8)
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: QuintonVilla on November 02, 2015, 05:53:46 PM: Quote from: VillaAlways on November 02, 2015, 04:46:10 PM
Apparently we have won only one game out of the last 14 played on a Monday night

It's not looking good
Sunderland 6-1?

We don't win on a Saturday or a Sunday either to be fair.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: brontebilly on November 02, 2015, 05:59:50 PM: Is Richards suspended for tonight?

---------------Guzan
Hutton/Richards, Okore/Crespo, Clark, Richardson
----------Sanchez, Gueye----------
--------Gil, Veretout, Grealish
-------------Ayew
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: villan from luton on November 02, 2015, 06:10:43 PM: Think Richards is fine for tonight
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: villan from luton on November 02, 2015, 06:14:06 PM: Guzan
Crespo, Richards, Clark, Amavi
Sanchez Gana
Traore Vertout Grealish
Ayew
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Morten on November 02, 2015, 06:16:55 PM: Quote from: brontebilly on November 02, 2015, 05:59:50 PM
Is Richards suspended for tonight?

---------------Guzan
Hutton/Richards, Okore/Crespo, Clark, Richardson
----------Sanchez, Gueye----------
--------Gil, Veretout, Grealish
-------------Ayew

I would really like to see this midfield tried one time with Ayew up front. In exactly this formation. I have been wanting this for a long time. Surely, it could work ?
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Steve kirk on November 02, 2015, 06:22:51 PM: Sorry everyone but for me a routine Spurs win 2-0 :-[
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: aj2k77 on November 02, 2015, 06:30:39 PM: How good would a win feel tonight? Could kick start the whole season, I'd give anything for one tonight.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Stirchley Villain on November 02, 2015, 06:34:34 PM: Quote from: aj2k77 on November 02, 2015, 06:30:39 PM
How good would a win feel tonight? Could kick start the whole season, I'd give anything for one tonight.

A testicle?
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: eric woolban woolban on November 02, 2015, 06:34:43 PM: Richards is suspended. Just been announced. That's a bit harsh
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: aj2k77 on November 02, 2015, 06:38:06 PM: Quote from: Stirchley Villain on November 02, 2015, 06:34:34 PM
Quote from: aj2k77 on November 02, 2015, 06:30:39 PM
How good would a win feel tonight? Could kick start the whole season, I'd give anything for one tonight.

A testicle?

Might as well, got another to fall back on and give away later in the season, if needed.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: john e on November 02, 2015, 06:42:29 PM: Quote from: eric woolban woolban on November 02, 2015, 06:34:43 PM
Richards is suspended. Just been announced. That's a bit harsh

Shocking,
not the ban the timing an hour and a bit before kick of
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Quiet Lion on November 02, 2015, 06:43:48 PM: Quote from: placeforparks on November 02, 2015, 02:18:49 PM
i once met sorenson, laursen and mellberg getting the tube into central london after a game at spurs.

going out on the town, dressed like a jacamo advert.

I was sat next to them all the way to Victoria after that game - Melberg hated DOL as I recall
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: aj2k77 on November 02, 2015, 06:46:51 PM: Quote from: john e on November 02, 2015, 06:42:29 PM
Quote from: eric woolban woolban on November 02, 2015, 06:34:43 PM
Richards is suspended. Just been announced. That's a bit harsh

Shocking,
not the ban the timing an hour and a bit before kick of

Fuck over twice, firstly Fernandez should have been punished and now the timing of this. I'm surprised they didn't let him have his warm up, line up on the pitch then tell us if he doesn't come off they'll dock us points. Fa wankers, Spurs wankers, I really want to win tonight.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: brontebilly on November 02, 2015, 06:53:25 PM: Quote from: brontebilly on November 02, 2015, 05:59:50 PM
Is Richards suspended for tonight?

---------------Guzan
Hutton, Okore/Crespo, Clark, Richardson
----------Sanchez, Gueye----------
--------Gil, Veretout, Grealish
-------------Ayew

Quote from: eric woolban woolban on November 02, 2015, 06:34:43 PM
Richards is suspended. Just been announced. That's a bit harsh

tight call then between Okore and Crespo to partner Clark, dont think Crespo has done too much wrong in his limited appearances this term.

Sincerely hope Lescott isnt even in the squad
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 02, 2015, 06:58:00 PM: I bet Lescott plays.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Ron Manager on November 02, 2015, 07:04:22 PM: Quote from: cdbullyweefan on November 02, 2015, 06:58:00 PM
I bet Lescott plays.

and Agbonlahor.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: Tony Erdington on November 02, 2015, 07:09:32 PM: Quote from: Ron Manager on November 02, 2015, 07:04:22 PM
Quote from: cdbullyweefan on November 02, 2015, 06:58:00 PM
I bet Lescott plays.

and Agbonlahor.

ur both right, so that's 9 against 13 then
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: kieron on November 02, 2015, 07:11:00 PM: Guzan
Hutton
Clark
Lescott
Richardson
Bacuna
Westwood
Sanchez
Sinclair
Agbonlahor
Grealish

Bunn
Veretout
Ayew
Amavi
Gil
Crespo
Gestede
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: frankmosswasmyuncle on November 02, 2015, 07:27:25 PM: Quote from: kieron on November 02, 2015, 07:11:00 PM
Guzan
Hutton
Clark
Lescott
Richardson
Bacuna
Westwood
Sanchez
Sinclair
Agbonlahor
Grealish

Bunn
Veretout
Ayew
Amavi
Gil
Crespo
Gestede

Fu*k my old boots!
I find it difficult to understand where MacDonald's thinking comes from in picking Lescott, Westwood and Gabby.
Felt a tad hopeful...until I saw that team.

Sincerely hope they prove my thinking wrong.
Title: Re: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - Pre match thread
Post by: passport1 on November 02, 2015, 07:51:33 PM: The Sky boys are saying either he KMAC thinks the French boys at best have not settled in or at worst they are garbage.