Heroes & Villains, the Aston Villa fanzine
Heroes & Villains => Heroes Discussion => Topic started by: dave.woodhall on August 05, 2020, 01:55:33 AM
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Bonus edition.
http://thebirminghampress.com/2020/08/aston-villa-and-the-final-analysis/
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I can see it... wahay.
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Excellent Dave, made me excited for the new season
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Top read, Dave. I said as well several times during the season that the opening match vs Spurs really set the template for our season, as we were throwing away good starts in match after match.
Weirdly, when I read Chester, Elphick, Adomah and Kodjia I got a pang of fond nostalgia. I guess I didn't mind the time in the Championship as much as I thought.
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Best season summation ever !
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I can see it... wahay.
Yep, it worked. Nice summary Dave.
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I can see it... wahay.
Always an advantage, I feel.
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Spot on, as always Dave. :)
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Yes to Benteke AS LONG AS two others are brought in. I love the bloke and would love to see it work, but my head says he's a busted flush. I want to be proved wrong.
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I'd be tempted with Benteke if the crowds were back. Otherwise it's a no from me.
I still don't agree with the season resuming, even though we did well out of it. However, I'm looking forward to next season. I think we've seen enough good things to feel optimistic.
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No to Benteke. He is a shadow of his former self.
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Definitely yes to Abraham. Would like to see Tuanzebe back, as well.
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No to Benteke. He is a shadow of his former self.
I agree and I think we should be looking to build without loanees if possible.
Loans are almost essential rather than short-sighted in order to get out of the Championship. We used it to good effect and Leeds, Albion and Fulham have all done likewise. However, we may need to be more progressive now.
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I'd take that one that Liverpool loaned to Swansea on loan. Forgotten his name, but he's good. Not as the main man but an option off the bench would be a much better option than we have presently.
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The last sentence is key. We have some momentum and optimism heading into next season thanks to the way we ended last season. The right buys, particularly someone who can kick people, and we might just not struggle again. I think the owners will expect more of Dean next season and will back him to succeed. Some shrewd purchases will be needed as well as the odd gamble. Great summary Dave.
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I'd also like to see some of the better U23s being given a chance in the League Cup or on the bench for a Premier League fixture, such as Archer, Barry, Vassilev and Ramsey. Or a few more loans out for experience as, say, Grealish was to Notts County. What's the point in having an academy unless we are utilising the better prospects effectively?
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I love it Dave brilliant read.
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I love it Dave brilliant read.
If you're happy I'm happy Daz.
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I'd also like to see some of the better U23s being given a chance in the League Cup or on the bench for a Premier League fixture, such as Archer, Barry, Vassilev and Ramsey. Or a few more loans out for experience as, say, Grealish was to Notts County. What's the point in having an academy unless we are utilising the better prospects effectively?
I wouldn't be surprised if there is no League Cup this year - no dates for it have been announced and the EFL season is already about 6 or 7 weeks shorter than last year's was planned to be, so I can't see how it is going to fit in.
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Great read Dave, capturing the crucial elements of a strange season.
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I'd also like to see some of the better U23s being given a chance in the League Cup or on the bench for a Premier League fixture, such as Archer, Barry, Vassilev and Ramsey. Or a few more loans out for experience as, say, Grealish was to Notts County. What's the point in having an academy unless we are utilising the better prospects effectively?
I wouldn't be surprised if there is no League Cup this year - no dates for it have been announced and the EFL season is already about 6 or 7 weeks shorter than last year's was planned to be, so I can't see how it is going to fit in.
While it's sponsored, it'll be played.
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I'd also like to see some of the better U23s being given a chance in the League Cup or on the bench for a Premier League fixture, such as Archer, Barry, Vassilev and Ramsey. Or a few more loans out for experience as, say, Grealish was to Notts County. What's the point in having an academy unless we are utilising the better prospects effectively?
I wouldn't be surprised if there is no League Cup this year - no dates for it have been announced and the EFL season is already about 6 or 7 weeks shorter than last year's was planned to be, so I can't see how it is going to fit in.
While it's sponsored, it'll be played.
They will need to get a move on with organising it, there is nothing about dates on the EFLs website yet. If it does go ahead what is the betting that teams in Europe will either be allowed to drop out or just enter their U23s? As long as there is still a place in Europe at the end of it then it might be an opportunity for us, but I wouldn't be surprised if that is dropped as a compromise.
It was one of the reasons I was really reticent about the restart, aside from health concerns. Last season was compromised, this season will be compromised and with the Qatar World Cup so will the one after - something will give, and you can guarantee it won't be something that ends up affecting the elite clubs.
Sorry, it was a great read as well, got sidetracked on this!
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I reckon entry will still be compulsory (got to keep the sponsors happy) but we'll see more Liverpool XIs fielded.