Post by: Toronto Villa on September 25, 2021, 02:26:19 PM
FUCK OFF MAN U
Post by: villadelph on September 25, 2021, 02:27:14 PM
Post by: Legion on September 25, 2021, 02:28:19 PM
Post by: AlexAlexCropley on September 25, 2021, 02:28:25 PM
Post by: andyh on September 25, 2021, 02:28:27 PM
And fully deserved.
Post by: TopDeck113 on September 25, 2021, 02:28:35 PM
Post by: frank black on September 25, 2021, 02:28:44 PM
Post by: Lizz on September 25, 2021, 02:28:49 PM
Post by: kippaxvilla2 on September 25, 2021, 02:28:54 PM
Post by: Scovilla on September 25, 2021, 02:29:05 PM
Post by: PaulWinch again on September 25, 2021, 02:29:06 PM
Post by: SoccerHQ on September 25, 2021, 02:29:06 PM
Can we now do these c***s at Villa Park please? That was brilliant.
Post by: ExclDawg on September 25, 2021, 02:29:26 PM
Post by: Chris_Jephcott on September 25, 2021, 02:29:45 PM
Didn’t see this happening!
Post by: rjp on September 25, 2021, 02:29:51 PM
Post by: olaftab on September 25, 2021, 02:29:55 PM
Post by: Proposition Joe on September 25, 2021, 02:29:57 PM
Post by: Steve67 on September 25, 2021, 02:30:10 PM
Post by: AlexAlexCropley on September 25, 2021, 02:30:30 PM
Post by: Rudy Can't Fail on September 25, 2021, 02:30:31 PM
Post by: p_ad on September 25, 2021, 02:30:33 PM
Post by: Sexual Ealing on September 25, 2021, 02:30:42 PM
Peep peep! That’s an outstanding victory for Aston Villa, who were too dynamic, too smart and just too good for a lacklustre Manchester United.
Post by: TonyD on September 25, 2021, 02:30:52 PM
Post by: villadelph on September 25, 2021, 02:30:58 PM
Eight points above the relegation zone. GTFI
3 points off Top 4!
Post by: Deano's Mullet on September 25, 2021, 02:31:11 PM
Post by: Grocer on September 25, 2021, 02:31:16 PM
Post by: Nunkin1965 on September 25, 2021, 02:31:38 PM
Well done Dean and the team.
Think it's drinky time!!
Post by: Goldenballs on September 25, 2021, 02:32:03 PM
And I was about to put £1 on Hause next goalscorer at 1000/1, but didn't get there in time. Happy and gutted at the same time 😂
Post by: Goldie.7 on September 25, 2021, 02:32:32 PM
The officiating was next level appalling, but it's not surprising at the theatre of shite. Have some of that you manc *****.
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 25, 2021, 02:32:47 PM
Post by: Bad English on September 25, 2021, 02:32:53 PM
Also FUCK YOU Mike Dean and FUCK whiskey nose and FUCK the theatre of twats!
Post by: Behind Bluenose Lines on September 25, 2021, 02:32:56 PM
Mike Deano, Deano what's the score?
:D :D :D
Post by: SoccerHQ on September 25, 2021, 02:34:04 PM
Can't think of any Martinez save in second half, 3-5-2 was quality today.
Wait until we put Bailey into the front 2 for selected games. This season is going to be more exciting than last imo.
Post by: dave shelley on September 25, 2021, 02:34:09 PM
Post by: levico on September 25, 2021, 02:34:19 PM
Couldn’t see this happening.
Happy to be so wrong.
Post by: Sexual Ealing on September 25, 2021, 02:35:01 PM
Post by: Rory on September 25, 2021, 02:35:11 PM
Post by: LukeJames on September 25, 2021, 02:35:59 PM
Post by: Skerra on September 25, 2021, 02:37:11 PM
Post by: postal on September 25, 2021, 02:37:51 PM
Post by: SaddVillan on September 25, 2021, 02:38:19 PM
The penalty kick has just landed in Piccadilly Gardens.
Post by: TopDeck113 on September 25, 2021, 02:38:38 PM
Aston Villa are the first team to keep a clean sheet against a Manchester United side including Cristiano Ronaldo since Barcelona in the 2009 Champions League final.
Post by: ASHTONVILLA on September 25, 2021, 02:39:43 PM
Post by: villadelph on September 25, 2021, 02:39:58 PM
The ManUtd fans on their forum are so bitter!
Twitter and RedCafe are in absolutely meltdown mode. #OleOut everywhere and its Matchday 6.
Jesus wept - they are a truly pathetic lot.
Post by: nordenvillain on September 25, 2021, 02:40:03 PM
Post by: Diablo on September 25, 2021, 02:40:21 PM
Post by: brontebilly on September 25, 2021, 02:40:27 PM
Martinez 8, Cash 8, Hause 8, Mings 8, Targett 7, Luiz 9, McGinn 7, Ramsey 6 (Buendia 7), Ings 6, Watkins 5. Deano 9
Post by: Mike Jeffries on September 25, 2021, 02:40:42 PM
Post by: TonyD on September 25, 2021, 02:41:29 PM
They really thought they were back in it. C&@ts
Post by: lovejoy on September 25, 2021, 02:41:41 PM
Post by: jwarry on September 25, 2021, 02:42:35 PM
Post by: Legion on September 25, 2021, 02:43:42 PM
Post by: villadelph on September 25, 2021, 02:44:27 PM
Was it a pen?
probably. ball came in and Hause had his arms at a 45º angle, seemed a natural position but its 2021..
Bruno forgot to skip and launched a ball into orbit from the spot though, beautiful thing.
Post by: Drummond on September 25, 2021, 02:44:48 PM
Post by: Allan C on September 25, 2021, 02:45:12 PM
Post by: brontebilly on September 25, 2021, 02:45:37 PM
Was it a pen?
Hause was a bit awkward, arm out slightly. Harsh I thought. But the worst decision of the game was a blatant body check on McGinn by Maguire in the second half on a counter attack. Stonewall yellow card, Manchester Dean waved play on...joke
Post by: ROBBO on September 25, 2021, 02:45:44 PM
Post by: postal on September 25, 2021, 02:45:54 PM
Was it a pen?
The ManUtd fans don't think our goal shouldn't have stood as they said Watkins was off-side for the corner.
Tossers ;D ;D
Post by: Bobby Boy on September 25, 2021, 02:46:03 PM
What a wonderful, wonderful result.
The smile on my face will still be in place by the time we play Spurs.
Just magnificent.
Post by: SaddVillan on September 25, 2021, 02:46:52 PM
Warwickshire and Villa 2
Post by: Scott Nielsen on September 25, 2021, 02:48:11 PM
Post by: VILLA MOLE on September 25, 2021, 02:48:33 PM
Was it a pen?
The ManUtd fans don't think our goal shouldn't have stood as they said Watkins was off-side for the corner.
Tossers ;D ;D
Did he touch it ? no
did he interfere with the keeper in anyway , errrr no
As you were plastics
Post by: Rory on September 25, 2021, 02:49:24 PM
Lancashire and Yanited 0
Warwickshire and Villa 2
Beautiful, just beautiful.
Post by: Villa Lew on September 25, 2021, 02:50:07 PM
UP THE VILLA
Post by: Nev on September 25, 2021, 02:50:23 PM
Finally, what is Hause supposed to do in order to avoid that penalty? Where are his arms supposed to be??
Post by: LukeJames on September 25, 2021, 02:50:44 PM
Post by: Abbeyfealeavfc on September 25, 2021, 02:51:43 PM
Post by: AlexAlexCropley on September 25, 2021, 02:52:03 PM
Post by: rob_bridge on September 25, 2021, 02:55:05 PM
3-5-2 works with good wing backs and midfield trio
Post by: Footy-Vill on September 25, 2021, 02:55:10 PM
About time too.
Some Match highlights here and I put up longer one on match highlights thread.
https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x84fl36
Martinez 8
Cash 8.5
Konsa 8
Mings 9
Hause 9
Targett 7.5
Luiz 8.5
Ramsey 8
McGinn 9
Watkins 8
Ings 8
Post by: Lizz on September 25, 2021, 02:55:19 PM
Post by: ozzjim on September 25, 2021, 02:56:17 PM
We made the better chances. We deserved the win. Smith and the players deserve all the credit.
Post by: caster troy on September 25, 2021, 02:56:46 PM
Special mention for Hause, for someone who isn't first choice usually he really is an outstanding player now. What a difference it makes to finally have a decent squad.
Post by: ozzjim on September 25, 2021, 02:56:55 PM
According to the Beeb, Yanited had 28 shots ,3 on target.28?????
Speculative punts from a long way out.
Post by: Deano's Mullet on September 25, 2021, 02:57:04 PM
Post by: Rory on September 25, 2021, 02:57:12 PM
Sour grapes from Olly GS on SSN right now.
They got their customary penalty, and missed it. What has that goblin got to complain about?
Post by: Goldie.7 on September 25, 2021, 02:57:49 PM
Was it a pen?
The ManUtd fans don't think our goal shouldn't have stood as they said Watkins was off-side for the corner.
Tossers ;D ;D
It's a very special day when we send redcafe into meltdown mode. I bet the delusional fuckers over there think they should have been leading comfortably in the first half. ;D
Post by: ozzjim on September 25, 2021, 02:57:49 PM
Fantastic result, a win at OT is a big statement. Credit to Deano, took some criticism for the team selection in midweek but with a bit of luck we could have won at Chelsea and United in the same week with practically two different teams.
Special mention for Hause, for someone who isn't first choice usually he really is an outstanding player now. What a difference it makes to finally have a decent squad.
Always liked Hause. Needs a new contract. Never lets us down, and a real beast in the air. Should have scored 2 today.
Post by: Somniloquism on September 25, 2021, 02:58:05 PM
According to the Beeb, Yanited had 28 shots ,3 on target.28?????
From a Manure fan during the match well before the last few minutes drama.
"Ole has a collection of individuals who don't create chances like a team but just hit lots of long range efforts hoping it will fall kindly to them".
Post by: wolfman999 on September 25, 2021, 02:58:21 PM
Post by: nordenvillain on September 25, 2021, 02:59:10 PM
Lancashire and Yanited 0Seconded
Warwickshire and Villa 2
Post by: Rigadon on September 25, 2021, 02:59:34 PM
Post by: dave shelley on September 25, 2021, 02:59:37 PM
Sour grapes from Olly GS on SSN right now.
Just watched that, the ungratious jerk. It's straight out of the Ferguson school of football psychology, never, ever give the opposition any praise of any kind only when Manure have given them a walloping when it's ok to be condescending. I never used to bother too much with OGS in the past but from now on after that...
Post by: TonyD on September 25, 2021, 02:59:58 PM
Post by: KNVillan on September 25, 2021, 03:00:04 PM
Lancashire and Yanited 0Seconded
Warwickshire and Villa 2
Thirded
Post by: Somniloquism on September 25, 2021, 03:00:22 PM
Sour grapes from Olly GS on SSN right now.
They got their customary penalty, and missed it. What has that goblin got to complain about?
Saw a headline across one of the papers where he is blaming Klopp for Manure not getting penalties. So I suspect he wanted another 3 at least for unspecified reasons. Was it last year when he was moaning we were a physical side when there players had more fouls given against them.
Post by: Scott Nielsen on September 25, 2021, 03:00:34 PM
Post by: martin o`who?? on September 25, 2021, 03:01:02 PM
Shame! - I'm absolutely devastated for the tossers.The ManUtd fans on their forum are so bitter!
Twitter and RedCafe are in absolutely meltdown mode. #OleOut everywhere and its Matchday 6.
Jesus wept - they are a truly pathetic lot.
Post by: dr.chekov on September 25, 2021, 03:01:06 PM
OGS. What a prick. Moaning about players mobbing the penalty taker like Pogba and Co never do so. Sky sports will no doubt be playing somber music with the screen having a black border for 3 days of mourning.
He really is a knobhead.
Post by: Demitri_C on September 25, 2021, 03:01:10 PM
I fucking love you deano ❤
Post by: ChicagoLion on September 25, 2021, 03:02:17 PM
UTV.
Post by: villadelph on September 25, 2021, 03:02:41 PM
OGS. What a prick. Moaning about players mobbing the penalty taker like Pogba and Co never do so. Sky sports will no doubt be playing somber music with the screen having a black border for 3 days of mourning.
He really is a knobhead.
Said we were setup well to counter attack..? I don't know what he was watching. That was about as spread out and high pressure as we'll ever be (away, no less) to a Scum 6 club.
Post by: VILLA MOLE on September 25, 2021, 03:02:53 PM
Sour grapes from Olly GS on SSN right now.
They got their customary penalty, and missed it. What has that goblin got to complain about?
Saw a headline across one of the papers where he is blaming Klopp for Manure not getting penalties. So I suspect he wanted another 3 at least for unspecified reasons. Was it last year when he was moaning we were a physical side when there players had more fouls given against them.
Well he is probably fighting for his job now , in a couple of weeks he will be fishing in his garden pond again the bloody gnome
Post by: wince on September 25, 2021, 03:03:07 PM
Post by: LukeJames on September 25, 2021, 03:03:41 PM
Solskjaer reckons our goal was offside.
What did the ****** say after Fernandes fouled Konsa at VP and got a penalty? I hope it was offside, I hope Ollie completely blocked De Geas view, I hop De Gea would of easily saved it if Ollie wasnt there.
Post by: Cliftonville Villlain on September 25, 2021, 03:04:57 PM
Post by: Bad English on September 25, 2021, 03:05:29 PM
Post by: Percy McCarthy on September 25, 2021, 03:06:06 PM
We’d probably be top of the league had we started the season with three at the back.
Post by: villadelph on September 25, 2021, 03:06:16 PM
Solskjaer reckons our goal was offside.
What did the ****** say after Fernandes fouled Konsa at VP and got a penalty? I hope it was offside, I hope Ollie completely blocked De Geas view, I hop De Gea would of easily saved it if Ollie wasnt there.
He said, "I hate to say it but their goal was offside. Watkins was touching David, so it is offside. The linesman waved for VAR, and VAR has gotten it wrong again."
Oh, the salty tears.. you just have to love it. CR7 was anonymous, they fleece Pogba out wide left So fucking McTominay and Fred can be central, what a laugh. Shoehorn Cavani up top to do fuck all for 10 minutes. I can't stop laughing, what a day!
Post by: Villan82 on September 25, 2021, 03:06:49 PM
Post by: Stu82 on September 25, 2021, 03:06:56 PM
This team really fears no-one. Not since 1981 can I recall a Villa team who believe they can win every game the player. Well done Deano!This totally, Deano has instilled such belief in the team.
That felt so good, finally
Post by: Rudy Can't Fail on September 25, 2021, 03:07:11 PM
Post by: tomd2103 on September 25, 2021, 03:07:57 PM
We have found a system that is working well for us and I thought McGinn had a great game today.
Post by: Hillbilly on September 25, 2021, 03:08:03 PM
Post by: Matt C on September 25, 2021, 03:09:28 PM
Post by: Keeno on September 25, 2021, 03:09:42 PM
Did anyone else see Martinez doing the pelvic thrust toward the Yanited fans after the penalty miss?
He was also displaying top shithousery skills prior to the penalty by asking Ronaldo why he wasn't taking it right in front of Bruno. My Number 1.
Post by: Toronto Villa on September 25, 2021, 03:10:04 PM
https://twitter.com/avfcofficial/status/1441759528865787910?s=21
Post by: villadelph on September 25, 2021, 03:10:09 PM
Did anyone else see Martinez doing the pelvic thrust toward the Yanited fans after the penalty miss?
YES! If anyone didn't - you should.
Post by: puppyfeat on September 25, 2021, 03:10:21 PM
Excellent display from Villa, 4-0 wouldn't have flattered us.
Post by: Matt C on September 25, 2021, 03:10:28 PM
Did anyone else see Martinez doing the pelvic thrust toward the Yanited fans after the penalty miss?
Some brilliant shithousery from him in the lead-up too (asking Ronaldo why he wasn’t taking it). I’m all for it.
Post by: TonyD on September 25, 2021, 03:11:24 PM
Post by: BC Villain on September 25, 2021, 03:11:44 PM
Post by: Neil Hawkes on September 25, 2021, 03:12:01 PM
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Post by: Ads on September 25, 2021, 03:12:02 PM
Been so long since we've had the joy of absolute limb carnage away from home! Fucking buzzing.
Fantastic team performance. We just ran their midfield off the park all game. McGinn was superb, Dougie disciplined and we were excellent at transitioning it quickly.
We created by far and away the better chances. Fucking brilliant header to win it and absolutely typical that those twats would get an undeserved penalty, which fortunately is still rising into orbit.
They can have no fucking complaints.
We have a team here lads, a right fucking team.
Post by: RamboandBruno on September 25, 2021, 03:12:45 PM
Post by: OCD on September 25, 2021, 03:13:14 PM
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 25, 2021, 03:13:56 PM
Post by: Lastfootstamper on September 25, 2021, 03:14:02 PM
Did anyone else see Martinez doing the pelvic thrust toward the Yanited fans after the penalty miss?
There's a four second loop of it on twitter. Ace!
Post by: Flamingo Lane on September 25, 2021, 03:14:06 PM
Post by: Somniloquism on September 25, 2021, 03:14:55 PM
Solskjaer claiming our goal was offside 🤡
Olly did well to back away from De Gea just before Hause headed it so he couldn't be accused of interfering. But VAR would have been looking at anything they could use to to deny it and couldn't.
Post by: villadelph on September 25, 2021, 03:15:06 PM
I resolved today to not follow the game as it was happening, and so discovered the result just after I'd put a couple of bottles of Proper Job in my basket at Waitrose. If I'd been tuned in to the game Fernandes would have scored that penalty. Have yet to decide whether I should watch the highlights later, as I don't want to jinx it.
Thank you for your sacrifice.
Post by: LukeJames on September 25, 2021, 03:15:43 PM
Did anyone else see Martinez doing the pelvic thrust toward the Yanited fans after the penalty miss?
YES! If anyone didn't - you should.
He is the ultimate shithouse, Got in Bruno Nobles head for sure.
Post by: Somniloquism on September 25, 2021, 03:16:14 PM
Did anyone else see Martinez doing the pelvic thrust toward the Yanited fans after the penalty miss?
Some brilliant shithousery from him in the lead-up too (asking Ronaldo why he wasn’t taking it). I’m all for it.
Yes, was about to comment on that after just seeing the highlights. It was brilliant example of getting into the kickers head without even mentioning him.
Post by: villalion on September 25, 2021, 03:16:27 PM
Did anyone else see Martinez doing the pelvic thrust toward the Yanited fans after the penalty miss?yes, also looked like he was pushing the yanited players aside, as if to say, come on Ronaldo... you take it ..your the only one who can beat me.. Ronaldo bottled it..fernandez skyed it. all hail king Emi.
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 25, 2021, 03:17:33 PM
Post by: VILLA MOLE on September 25, 2021, 03:19:29 PM
Pathetic interview from Solskjaer, bitter little twat.
He is struggling , you cant spunk the money they have and not win anything again . ha bloody ha
Post by: PaulWinch again on September 25, 2021, 03:20:00 PM
Post by: SamTheMouse on September 25, 2021, 03:20:44 PM
The whole team were superb, they worked their nuts off. Dean got his tactics right, and made some slightly earlier subs (Archer, yay!).
Also, as usual, the away fans did us proud. Could hear them all game long.
I'm going to thoroughly enjoy the rest of the weekend!
UTV!
Post by: Archbishop Herbert Cockthrottle on September 25, 2021, 03:20:58 PM
https://twitter.com/op4c/status/1441762855661883395?s=21
Post by: Brazilian Villain on September 25, 2021, 03:22:08 PM
Rewatching these doesn't get old. ;D
Goal : https://streamja.com/LVAj6
Pen : https://streamja.com/moZy2
Emi : https://twitter.com/NCAVFC/status/1441759939702272000
Post by: villadelph on September 25, 2021, 03:22:20 PM
That Emi shithousery in action:
https://twitter.com/op4c/status/1441762855661883395?s=21
God, I love that man. Give him a raise.
Post by: Somniloquism on September 25, 2021, 03:23:31 PM
Apparently Emi was asking Ronaldo if he was afraid to take the pen. Could be bollocks, but hilarious if true and he definitely spoke to him.
Well he was definitely pointing at the ball and pointing at Ladyboy and seemed to do a movement of "I want you to take it" and then a dismissive "Hah" when CR turned away. But he essentially put Brunes off anyway as it made him wanting to blast it past Emi to "teach him a lesson" and I just saw the streak in the sky of the ball just now in Birmingham.
Post by: Richard on September 25, 2021, 03:24:58 PM
Post by: Bobby Boy on September 25, 2021, 03:25:12 PM
What a win. Deserved, and justice done on the pen, which was utterly stupid. Ole whining about our goal being offside and saying we should not crowd around Bruno is just about the most hypocritical bollocks I have ever heard.
We made the better chances. We deserved the win. Smith and the players deserve all the credit.
Solskjaer knows his job is on the line. He is feeling the heat.
It's getting a little warm ain't it Ollie, son.
Post by: Legion on September 25, 2021, 03:25:15 PM
That Emi shithousery in action:
https://twitter.com/op4c/status/1441762855661883395?s=21
Ace.
Post by: Joe S on September 25, 2021, 03:25:36 PM
An annoyance I have noticed, the BBC report of the game has no had three different images on the link. Each one a Manchester United player looking glum. Why not an image of the winning team? (We all know why of course)
Post by: RichardBatchelor on September 25, 2021, 03:25:46 PM
Well done, Villa.
Post by: Jane on September 25, 2021, 03:26:02 PM
Post by: Tony Daleys Shorts on September 25, 2021, 03:26:10 PM
OGS you sad pathetic little ungracious twat.
Post by: enigma on September 25, 2021, 03:26:17 PM
Did anyone else see Martinez doing the pelvic thrust toward the Yanited fans after the penalty miss?Yes! And begging Ronaldo to take the pen when bruno had the ball.
Shithousery I can get behind.
Post by: john2710 on September 25, 2021, 03:26:49 PM
Stunning arrogance from OGS to complain about the goal. The better team won.
Brilliant from Martinez to get into Fernandez's head before the penalty & the dance afterwards.
We're back & we're going to get better.
Post by: lovejoy on September 25, 2021, 03:27:20 PM
That Emi shithousery in action:
https://twitter.com/op4c/status/1441762855661883395?s=21
God, I love that man. Give him a raise.
You notice after the pen 3 united attackers ahead of the defenders for the rebound though.
Post by: Somniloquism on September 25, 2021, 03:29:12 PM
I'm out for a few drinks and have not had chance to read all this thread.
An annoyance I have noticed, the BBC report of the game has no had three different images on the link. Each one a Manchester United player looking glum. Why not an image of the winning team? (We all know why of course)
The initial report of the match for full time had four paragraphs with the last and biggest being about Manure will be playing Villareal midweek which is a replay of the Europa Cup final. Yep, very match related that.
Post by: CT Villan on September 25, 2021, 03:29:43 PM
Well done to everyone, sensational performance..that is, all except Mike Dean who was atrocious.
Post by: Pete3206 on September 25, 2021, 03:29:46 PM
Cheers everyone.
Post by: Demitri_C on September 25, 2021, 03:29:53 PM
Smiths beaten chelsea liverpool utd spurs Leicester arsenal in the last 18 months. Only greasys city to go now
Post by: RichardBatchelor on September 25, 2021, 03:30:18 PM
Up the fucking Villa. Just in from Girona to see the second half. Marvellous. Get the fuck in!A succinct and accurate summary, I’d say!
Also FUCK YOU Mike Dean and FUCK whiskey nose and FUCK the theatre of twats!
Post by: enigma on September 25, 2021, 03:30:39 PM
Apparently Emi was asking Ronaldo if he was afraid to take the pen. Could be bollocks, but hilarious if true and he definitely spoke to him.I really hope that's true!
Post by: Brazilian Villain on September 25, 2021, 03:31:19 PM
You notice after the pen 3 united attackers ahead of the defenders for the rebound though.
It's a real bugbear of mine too, defenders not following penalties in for any rebound. Drives me mad.
Post by: Stu on September 25, 2021, 03:32:01 PM
Did anyone else see Martinez doing the pelvic thrust toward the Yanited fans after the penalty miss?
YES! If anyone didn't - you should.
He is the ultimate shithouse, Got in Bruno Nobles head for sure.
It's about time we had our turn to shithouse these wankers.
Post by: RichardBatchelor on September 25, 2021, 03:33:10 PM
Solskjaer reckons our goal was offside. Fuck off, how many undeserved penalties or decisions have you had vs us?How can you be offside from a corner?
Post by: Rory on September 25, 2021, 03:33:23 PM
What a brilliant game. Been a long time since I enjoyed one against that lot of plastic twunts.
This is our record against them since my first match (including 2000-2007 at a secondary school that was about 50% gloryhunting scumbags) and throughout, they have uniformly been the least gracious supporters I've ever met.
(https://i.ibb.co/P484rpG/20210925-152144.jpg) (https://ibb.co/P484rpG)
It would take about 700 years of bad fortune for me to feel even the slightest bit of sympathy for a single one of them.
Fuck off one and all, you plastic ******.
Post by: Toronto Villa on September 25, 2021, 03:34:51 PM
That Emi shithousery in action:
https://twitter.com/op4c/status/1441762855661883395?s=21
Ace.
Such a shame Emi couldn’t have been in net in midweek. That level of shithousery would have been wonderful to watch
Post by: villadelph on September 25, 2021, 03:34:54 PM
Post by: gpbarr on September 25, 2021, 03:35:05 PM
Special times these. There is just class written over everything going on at the club.
So so proud to be a Villian. Top 6 is on
Post by: dorsetvillian on September 25, 2021, 03:35:41 PM
Post by: Somniloquism on September 25, 2021, 03:37:48 PM
You notice after the pen 3 united attackers ahead of the defenders for the rebound though.
It's a real bugbear of mine too, defenders not following penalties in for any rebound. Drives me mad.
Different these days though as the defender encroaching means a retake where the attacker doesn't. And with VAR it is more likely to be picked up so goes against the defensive team to be so anticipatory.
Post by: SamTheMouse on September 25, 2021, 03:38:14 PM
Post by: Pete3206 on September 25, 2021, 03:39:37 PM
Post by: sid1964 on September 25, 2021, 03:40:31 PM
Post by: Somniloquism on September 25, 2021, 03:42:09 PM
Solskjaer reckons our goal was offside. Fuck off, how many undeserved penalties or decisions have you had vs us?How can you be offside from a corner?
Ball was swung out and ollie was standing his ground so De Gea couldn't attempt to get over so fast or try to claim it. He then let De Gea move him out the way just before the header and Hause scored. So Ollie was next to De Gea non interfering but no other between him and the goal line. So in a position that could be called offside if the ball had gone his way but as it didn't, he wasn't.
Post by: astonvilla82 on September 25, 2021, 03:46:09 PM
Post by: Ian. on September 25, 2021, 03:47:15 PM
He’s an absolute shithouse legend.Did anyone else see Martinez doing the pelvic thrust toward the Yanited fans after the penalty miss?
There's a four second loop of it on twitter. Ace!
Post by: Lastfootstamper on September 25, 2021, 03:47:28 PM
GIRFUYanited, my uncle's 70th party tonight so the beers will taste good.
Rewatching these doesn't get old. ;D
Goal : https://streamja.com/LVAj6
Pen : https://streamja.com/moZy2
Emi : https://twitter.com/NCAVFC/status/1441759939702272000
Thanks for those, I ended up having to listen to rather than watch the last quarter of the game.
Tell you what, Shughie's earning his corn. Watch how our seemingly casual movement before the delivery, especially from Mings, clears a massive space in front of De Gea. And he knew it, as well.
Post by: Clark W Griswold on September 25, 2021, 03:51:05 PM
Post by: Nev on September 25, 2021, 03:52:56 PM
Are they in some sort of club or something the fuckin' roasters?
Post by: steamer on September 25, 2021, 03:57:18 PM
We lost but not so badly. I travelled a long way to see that
Today in the comfort of my own bar with beer in hand i roared. Even when they got the penalty I roared as everyone knew it was inevitable.
When they missed I almost pissed myself
I can not remember being up there to see us win apart from the Everton replay
Onwards and upwards, it should have been 3
Post by: martin o`who?? on September 25, 2021, 03:58:45 PM
That Emi shithousery in action:I really would like to think that he was giving it to Ronaldo - the crotch bit after was hilarious. They really are starting to get a right ballsy attitude in the side. Starting to think Jack going has actually done us a favour in more ways than one.
https://twitter.com/op4c/status/1441762855661883395?s=21
Post by: RichardBatchelor on September 25, 2021, 03:59:12 PM
Ah ok, thanks.Solskjaer reckons our goal was offside. Fuck off, how many undeserved penalties or decisions have you had vs us?How can you be offside from a corner?
Ball was swung out and ollie was standing his ground so De Gea couldn't attempt to get over so fast or try to claim it. He then let De Gea move him out the way just before the header and Hause scored. So Ollie was next to De Gea non interfering but no other between him and the goal line. So in a position that could be called offside if the ball had gone his way but as it didn't, he wasn't.
Saw it back. Total sour grapes, he wasn’t blocking his way at all. I used to think Solskjaer was alright but he seems to be morphing into a shit SAF. I should add if he wants mind games with Klopp as he seemed to do this week, he will lose.
Post by: Lastfootstamper on September 25, 2021, 03:59:27 PM
The report in the Grandian claimed Newton Heath had the more clear cut chances.
Are they in some sort of club or something the fuckin' roasters?
Would that be the (one time) M*nchester Grandian?
Post by: Edvard Remberg on September 25, 2021, 04:02:12 PM
Post by: dave shelley on September 25, 2021, 04:02:49 PM
emi will probably get a ban for inciting Ronnie
I wouldn't be at all surprised if they didn't try and do him for 'inciting the crowd' for his little jig after the missed penalty.
Post by: N'ZMAV on September 25, 2021, 04:04:22 PM
Post by: Somniloquism on September 25, 2021, 04:06:02 PM
Solskjaer can fuck off.
Hopefully not. Another trophyless season would be so funny for them.
Post by: Villan82 on September 25, 2021, 04:07:12 PM
Is this the best TEAM we have had the last 30 ish years?
The signs are promising but let's remind ourselves that to better our 1995-96 team they need to finish 3rd and to better our 1992-93 team they need to win the League...
Post by: N'ZMAV on September 25, 2021, 04:08:57 PM
:)Solskjaer can fuck off.
Hopefully not. Another trophyless season would be so funny for them.
Post by: Edvard Remberg on September 25, 2021, 04:12:30 PM
Yes, those two spring to mind, but I feel the dept is much stronger.Is this the best TEAM we have had the last 30 ish years?
The signs are promising but let's remind ourselves that to better our 1995-96 team they need to finish 3rd and to better our 1992-93 team they need to win the League...
Post by: Scott Nielsen on September 25, 2021, 04:17:38 PM
He’s an absolute shithouse legend.Did anyone else see Martinez doing the pelvic thrust toward the Yanited fans after the penalty miss?
There's a four second loop of it on twitter. Ace!
He’s the goalkeeping version of Genghis Khan
Post by: PaulTheVillan on September 25, 2021, 04:17:40 PM
Post by: martyn ellis on September 25, 2021, 04:18:58 PM
Post by: Pete3206 on September 25, 2021, 04:19:51 PM
The report in the Grandian claimed Newton Heath had the more clear cut chances.
Are they in some sort of club or something the fuckin' roasters?
So clear cut that they lost 1-0.
Post by: Stu on September 25, 2021, 04:22:53 PM
The report in the Grandian claimed Newton Heath had the more clear cut chances.
Are they in some sort of club or something the fuckin' roasters?
An incredibly bitter write up, in which, before it was corrected after 10 mins of being published, referred to Dean Smith as 'Dean Wilson'. The whole thing reads like a Man U fan having an absolute meltdown.
Post by: wince on September 25, 2021, 04:27:44 PM
Secondly, we were not by any stretch of imagination outplayed or out thought by Villa today. Not in terms of dominance, not in terms of tactics. They took one of their (few) chances, we did not take ours. If we had, we'd have won. Even though they probably played more or less up to capacity and we didn't
That wasn’t impression I had of the game. They really are a bunch of wassless clankers
Post by: nordenvillain on September 25, 2021, 04:28:04 PM
I like how Villa play, that's a very good tactically setup team where every player knows their role.
Post by: Damo70 on September 25, 2021, 04:29:54 PM
Post by: bilsim on September 25, 2021, 04:30:03 PM
Starting to think Jack going has actually done us a favour in more ways than one.
I am inclined to agree. Losing a world class player is never a good thing, but we look like so much more of a team than we did with the "Get the ball to Jack" approach of the last few years.
Post by: Meanwood Villa on September 25, 2021, 04:34:10 PM
Post by: SoccerHQ on September 25, 2021, 04:34:48 PM
The report in the Grandian claimed Newton Heath had the more clear cut chances.
Are they in some sort of club or something the fuckin' roasters?
I can't think of any chance of note they had second half bar Greenwood screwing a couple wide from edge of the box.
First half Greenwood probably should've scored early on when he turned in the area (similar to what Lukaku did two weeks ago) then they had the Mafguire header and Pogba hit some shot just wide (my stream had gone down at that point).
No way they created more than us today, we missed three sitters in first 30 minutes.
An incredibly bitter write up, in which, before it was corrected after 10 mins of being published, referred to Dean Smith as 'Dean Wilson'. The whole thing reads like a Man U fan having an absolute meltdown.
Post by: Scott Nielsen on September 25, 2021, 04:35:34 PM
From red cafe
Secondly, we were not by any stretch of imagination outplayed or out thought by Villa today. Not in terms of dominance, not in terms of tactics. They took one of their (few) chances, we did not take ours. If we had, we'd have won. Even though they probably played more or less up to capacity and we didn't
That wasn’t impression I had of the game. They really are a bunch of wassless clankers
To be fair, that is a pretty lonely voice on that thread. Most people seem to agree it was a deserved victory for us.
Post by: OCD on September 25, 2021, 04:40:42 PM
Is this the best TEAM we have had the last 30 ish years?
A case could be made for the best coaching in 30 years.
Post by: Gerrin on September 25, 2021, 04:42:10 PM
Starting to think Jack going has actually done us a favour in more ways than one.
I am inclined to agree. Losing a world class player is never a good thing, but we look like so much more of a team than we did with the "Get the ball to Jack" approach of the last few years.
I totally agree. Much better team without him now. They were utterly clueless when he was injured last season, as everything went through him when he played.
Post by: SoccerHQ on September 25, 2021, 04:42:31 PM
Not sure if anyone has the comms for when we last won there in December 2009 but I get the feeling he did it that night aswell (can't believe how few decent highlights there are on YT for that game).
Always enjoy it when he does our games as he seems to have a bit of a soft spot for us and certainly respects our history in the game. First on MOTD tonight I'm sure.
Post by: PaulWinch again on September 25, 2021, 04:47:51 PM
The report in the Grandian claimed Newton Heath had the more clear cut chances.
Are they in some sort of club or something the fuckin' roasters?
So clear cut that they lost 1-0.
The writer is their Manchester correspondent and he also wrote a book about solskjaer. I doubt he’s impartial.
Post by: N'ZMAV on September 25, 2021, 04:51:38 PM
Post by: wince on September 25, 2021, 04:53:16 PM
From red cafe
Secondly, we were not by any stretch of imagination outplayed or out thought by Villa today. Not in terms of dominance, not in terms of tactics. They took one of their (few) chances, we did not take ours. If we had, we'd have won. Even though they probably played more or less up to capacity and we didn't
That wasn’t impression I had of the game. They really are a bunch of wassless clankers
To be fair, that is a pretty lonely voice on that thread. Most people seem to agree it was a deserved victory for us.
Fair do’s. The bbc comments are comedy gold
Post by: old man villa fan on September 25, 2021, 04:54:02 PM
I haven't seen the penalty incident again but to me it looked as though the ball brushed off Hause's midriff before hitting his arm.
Post by: NorthYvillan on September 25, 2021, 04:57:35 PM
We actually look dangerous from corners now. A bit different to the train of players lining up in the past.
I haven't seen the penalty incident again but to me it looked as though the ball brushed off Hause's midriff before hitting his arm.
I thought that too
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 25, 2021, 04:58:14 PM
Post by: Legion on September 25, 2021, 04:58:57 PM
Post by: beness on September 25, 2021, 05:01:20 PM
I much as I like Jack and wish him the best of luck, he is not a one man team and now maybe we can concentrate on making a team rather than relying on one player to save us. So far it seems that's where were going. Nice one DS.Starting to think Jack going has actually done us a favour in more ways than one.
I am inclined to agree. Losing a world class player is never a good thing, but we look like so much more of a team than we did with the "Get the ball to Jack" approach of the last few years.
Post by: SoccerHQ on September 25, 2021, 05:02:01 PM
I really hope the Penandes miss becomes a meme.
Great video going round on twitter of someone videoing it from Stretford End. Was miles over the bar.
Emi properly got in his head in the build up to that.
Post by: Diablo on September 25, 2021, 05:11:31 PM
Not that I'm bitter but...I'm really hoping it is the blue side of that city that is trophyless come the end of the season.Solskjaer can fuck off.
Hopefully not. Another trophyless season would be so funny for them.
Post by: flybo on September 25, 2021, 05:13:20 PM
Post by: olaftab on September 25, 2021, 05:13:21 PM
From red cafeI hope that's what their manager thinks as well. Deluded ******.
Secondly, we were not by any stretch of imagination outplayed or out thought by Villa today. Not in terms of dominance, not in terms of tactics. They took one of their (few) chances, we did not take ours. If we had, we'd have won. Even though they probably played more or less up to capacity and we didn't
Post by: Nelly on September 25, 2021, 05:13:25 PM
Post by: olaftab on September 25, 2021, 05:14:06 PM
I hope they are both.Not that I'm bitter but...I'm really hoping it is the blue side of that city that is trophyless come the end of the season.Solskjaer can fuck off.
Hopefully not. Another trophyless season would be so funny for them.
Post by: olaftab on September 25, 2021, 05:17:35 PM
That Emi shithousery in action:Withdrawn!
https://twitter.com/op4c/status/1441762855661883395?s=21
Anyway who was our player giving it to Fernandes on the penalty spot after his miss? Well done to him.
Post by: brontebilly on September 25, 2021, 05:19:37 PM
That Emi shithousery in action:Withdrawn!
https://twitter.com/op4c/status/1441762855661883395?s=21
Anyway who was our player giving it to Fernandes on the penalty spot after his miss? Well done to him.
Konsa
Post by: Jane on September 25, 2021, 05:20:10 PM
Just a random though...was watching Football Focus and Jonathan Pearce was doing the build up.
Not sure if anyone has the comms for when we last won there in December 2009 but I get the feeling he did it that night aswell (can't believe how few decent highlights there are on YT for that game).
Always enjoy it when he does our games as he seems to have a bit of a soft spot for us and certainly respects our history in the game. First on MOTD tonight I'm sure.
He did the commentary on Channel 5 for our match against Atletico Madrid in 1998 - always thought that he loved us.
Post by: olaftab on September 25, 2021, 05:20:24 PM
According to the Beeb, Yanited had 28 shots ,3 on target.28?????I could have had 2000+ girlfriends in my life going by the number I chatted up...yes they were all shots on goal but pretty useless. ;D
Post by: SoccerHQ on September 25, 2021, 05:22:40 PM
Post by: Deano's Mullet on September 25, 2021, 05:23:00 PM
Just a random though...was watching Football Focus and Jonathan Pearce was doing the build up.
Not sure if anyone has the comms for when we last won there in December 2009 but I get the feeling he did it that night aswell (can't believe how few decent highlights there are on YT for that game).
Always enjoy it when he does our games as he seems to have a bit of a soft spot for us and certainly respects our history in the game. First on MOTD tonight I'm sure.
He did the commentary on Channel 5 for our match against Atletico Madrid in 1998 - always thought that he loved us.
He did the other rounds too. "Atletic Bilbao have been Yorked out of the UEFA Cup!"
Post by: Villan For Life on September 25, 2021, 05:25:44 PM
Post by: PaulTheVillan on September 25, 2021, 05:26:58 PM
Enjoy (also watch Martinez after the miss!)
Martinez, brilliant.
Post by: Ger Regan on September 25, 2021, 05:27:10 PM
Post by: amfy on September 25, 2021, 05:27:21 PM
What I am noticing is that the way we play is the same, regardless of personnel, regardless of how many youth players come in because they play the same too. There is an ethos that everyone slots into.
When Joe was here, we played to him and when he was missing it took ages to work out how to play without him. Just as we were getting it, he would come back, and then we’d lose any semblance of a team plan again.
Now, no matter who is in or out, they know what their role is, they know how it fits together. It’s a team.
So many great performances out there today. Fantastic!
Post by: Brend'Watkins on September 25, 2021, 05:28:38 PM
Everyone played their part today a great team performance. As has been said 3 or 4 nil would have been about right.
Post by: Villan For Life on September 25, 2021, 05:28:51 PM
Enjoy (also watch Martinez after the miss!)
Brilliant stuff!
Post by: Bobby Boy on September 25, 2021, 05:29:38 PM
I really hope the Penandes miss becomes a meme.
Great video going round on twitter of someone videoing it from Stretford End. Was miles over the bar.
Emi properly got in his head in the build up to that.
I like the fact that these boys don't take bullshit decisions lying down. Villa teams can sometimes be too nice but these guys seem to have fire in their bellies.
Long may that continue.
Post by: DrGonzo on September 25, 2021, 05:32:42 PM
Post by: clash city rocker on September 25, 2021, 05:35:02 PM
According to the Beeb, Yanited had 28 shots ,3 on target.28?????I could have had 2000+ girlfriends in my life going by the number I chatted up...yes they were all shots on goal but pretty useless. ;D
Yeah chatting them up is one thing but cracking the case is something else. I fucking love Aston Villa
Post by: Risso on September 25, 2021, 05:38:57 PM
Post by: Ian. on September 25, 2021, 05:41:18 PM
I am delighted that I managed to be there today. On the drive in, my Spotify shuffle picked out Sweet Caroline just as I neared the ground and I had a feeling it might be our day. Sung myself Hause.
What I am noticing is that the way we play is the same, regardless of personnel, regardless of how many youth players come one because they play the same too. There is an ethos that everyone slots into.
When Joe was here, we played to him and when he was missing it took ages to work out how to play without him. Just as we were getting it, he would come back, and then we’d lose any semblance of a team plan again.
Now, no matter who is in or out, they know what their role is, they know how it fits together. It’s a team.
So many great performances out there today. Fantastic!
Brilliant summary and bet it was lovely leaving Manchester with a win. Your right, no matter what the personal, whether it’s fringe players like Hause or the youngsters coming through, they all slit into the system and know how we play. It’s fantastic to see.
Dare we say it but we may become far better without Joe. Maybe Southgate was onto something last summer?
Post by: Rory on September 25, 2021, 05:44:01 PM
What a fucking day! Great performance, great result, made all the sweeter by winning £320 on two bets. A tenner on Villa to win 1-0 and a tenner on it being a draw at half time and Villa winning at full time!
Nice one!
Post by: Ian. on September 25, 2021, 05:46:41 PM
Bet you didn’t get your tips off Damo!What a fucking day! Great performance, great result, made all the sweeter by winning £320 on two bets. A tenner on Villa to win 1-0 and a tenner on it being a draw at half time and Villa winning at full time!
Nice one!
Good stuff Risso.
Post by: Risso on September 25, 2021, 05:46:45 PM
Post by: Lastfootstamper on September 25, 2021, 05:46:54 PM
According to the Beeb, Yanited had 28 shots ,3 on target.28?????
Stats I've seen agree.
They had 28 efforts on goal, 4 of which were on target.
We only had 7, with 3 of those on target.
But the best stat was that of those, they had only four from inside the box. So did we.
Also, they created 21 'chances', but none of those were 'big' chances. We created fewer (that figure escapes me now) chances, of which 2 were considered 'big'. We're efficient and organised.
Edit: d'oh, I'd still got the tab open! 5 chances, we made overall. Not many, but the two big ones really were exactly that. Should've buried both.
Post by: Ian. on September 25, 2021, 05:51:08 PM
Post by: Lastfootstamper on September 25, 2021, 05:55:55 PM
Post by: wince on September 25, 2021, 05:59:50 PM
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 25, 2021, 06:03:45 PM
What’s controversial about our goal????? Fuck sky
They're saying that Watkins is in an offside position and interfering play (ie getting in De Gea's way). He definitely was, when the corner was taken. However, you can't be offside from a corner so he could only be offside once Hause touches the ball. When Hause touches the ball, he is no longer interfering with play, so it's a perfectly fair goal and Solsjkaer is a bitter twat. I notice he didn't question the decision not to send Maguire off.
Post by: London Villan on September 25, 2021, 06:04:41 PM
Post by: VILLA MOLE on September 25, 2021, 06:06:28 PM
Post by: Clampy on September 25, 2021, 06:07:07 PM
Post by: Percy McCarthy on September 25, 2021, 06:09:14 PM
What a fucking day! Great performance, great result, made all the sweeter by winning £320 on two bets. A tenner on Villa to win 1-0 and a tenner on it being a draw at half time and Villa winning at full time! Was sat in the prawn sandwich seats with the Mancs and they were streaming for the exits long before the final result!
Congrats mate.
Post by: Percy McCarthy on September 25, 2021, 06:13:08 PM
Post by: Footy-Vill on September 25, 2021, 06:15:29 PM
Villa just looked a threat as much and more what ever the stats say.According to the Beeb, Yanited had 28 shots ,3 on target.28?????
Stats I've seen agree.
They had 28 efforts on goal, 4 of which were on target.
We only had 7, with 3 of those on target.
But the best stat was that of those, they had only four from inside the box. So did we.
Also, they created 21 'chances', but none of those were 'big' chances. We created fewer (that figure escapes me now) chances, of which 2 were considered 'big'. We're efficient and organised.
Edit: d'oh, I'd still got the tab open! 5 chances, we made overall. Not many, but the two big ones really were exactly that. Should've buried both.
Targett and Ramsey were the 2 big chances. Both fluffed when both should have scored. That falls to one of our attacking wide forwards or Ings / Watkins goal. Konsa had a big chance with a header over too. Perhaps that was measured one more than Ramsey chance who didn't actually shoot the ball just kinda went to pieces with a slip.
Though that's one issue with this formation the attack. On how to be getting the best out of Watkins and Ings in attacking areas. Another is having Matt Targett as some sort of attacking outlet on the left
At the moment he's taking up space and did him self no favors missing the best chance of the match and continued failure in any attacking sense
And of course the attacking players Traroe , Bailey and Buendia fitting in with wing backs
Post by: SoccerHQ on September 25, 2021, 06:15:45 PM
What’s controversial about our goal????? Fuck sky
Yeah offside query but would've been ridiculous to chalk it off as De Gea had clear view of the ball when Hause headed it.
Think a replay also showed last touch came off Mings in build up to the corner but blimey if there's one team in last 25 years we deserve run of the ball against it's that lot.
Post by: Somniloquism on September 25, 2021, 06:19:25 PM
Enjoy (also watch Martinez after the miss!)
I love how all the twonks got their phones out to record the actual height over the bar it went. You didn't actually realise how fucking bad that penalty was. 2 metres over it seems from that angle.
Post by: Abbeyfealeavfc on September 25, 2021, 06:19:44 PM
It's great again that we kept a clean sheet and Dean and the coaches seem to be getting the tactics spot on.
Emi Martinez is an absolute legend.
Really pleased for Hause, who I've thought has been unlucky to have lost out to Tuanzebe in some of the recent matches.
I don't normally watch motd, but may make an exception tonight just to see a great historic win.
As for the mancs what a salty bunch of ungracious plastic wznkers. UTV!
Post by: dave shelley on September 25, 2021, 06:22:37 PM
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Post by: martin o`who?? on September 25, 2021, 06:26:43 PM
Apparently there is footage of this Penalty on the NASA website narrowly missing the ISS.Enjoy (also watch Martinez after the miss!)
Martinez, brilliant.
Post by: Mister E on September 25, 2021, 06:27:28 PM
McGinn and Luiz were outstanding today. And for all the crap being spouted about our goal and 4their regulation penalty, the most significant event in the game was perhaps Targett's miss in the first half.
I just love the bitterness and bad vibes of the Yanited tossers.
Post by: Rudy Can't Fail on September 25, 2021, 06:29:14 PM
Quote from Redcafe that compliments our coaching team ;
I like how Villa play, that's a very good tactically setup team where every player knows their role.
I'd go one more on that, every Villa player put in a massive shift, no place for show ponies. Even the subs are known for their hard work ethic. Emi B and young Archer chased everything. Not only did we outplay them for large parts of the game, we outfought them for 95 minutes.
Post by: Risso on September 25, 2021, 06:33:59 PM
Post by: Monty on September 25, 2021, 06:35:03 PM
Post by: steamer on September 25, 2021, 06:35:49 PM
Post by: AlexAlexCropley on September 25, 2021, 06:38:11 PM
Enjoy (also watch Martinez after the miss!)"GET ON WITH IT......GET ON WITH IT "!!
What a bunch of throbbers
Post by: PaulTheVillan on September 25, 2021, 06:42:16 PM
Targett, Watkins, Ramsey should have been 4The Targett miss was a bad one, but thankfully it didn't matter
Post by: martin o`who?? on September 25, 2021, 06:43:00 PM
Shouldn't that be "get on with it - I've got to get back to Devon/London/Oxford/Bristol etc." ....Enjoy (also watch Martinez after the miss!)"GET ON WITH IT......GET ON WITH IT "!!
What a bunch of throbbers
Post by: Flamingo Lane on September 25, 2021, 06:45:00 PM
Post by: Lastfootstamper on September 25, 2021, 07:00:17 PM
Enjoy (also watch Martinez after the miss!)"GET ON WITH IT......GET ON WITH IT "!!
What a bunch of throbbers
"What's the fucking 'keeper doing now?"
Getting in your heads, that's what the fucking keeper's doing now.
Post by: UK Redsox on September 25, 2021, 07:05:35 PM
Post by: UK Redsox on September 25, 2021, 07:06:42 PM
Post by: TonyD on September 25, 2021, 07:16:28 PM
For me, Hause has played his way into the team at the expense of Tuenzebe.100% this.
Post by: john e on September 25, 2021, 07:18:03 PM
Just got back absolutely fucking arseholed
What a game what a performance
I’ve doubted Smith I’ve doubted Hause But they’ve thrown it all back in my face today and I couldn’t be more delighted
Post by: olaftab on September 25, 2021, 07:19:39 PM
Thanks. Hopefully a few well chosen words in Portuguese as well.That Emi shithousery in action:Withdrawn!
https://twitter.com/op4c/status/1441762855661883395?s=21
Anyway who was our player giving it to Fernandes on the penalty spot after his miss? Well done to him.
Konsa
Post by: D.boy on September 25, 2021, 07:26:23 PM
Post by: darren woolley on September 25, 2021, 07:27:15 PM
Post by: Steve67 on September 25, 2021, 07:30:23 PM
Post by: AlexAlexCropley on September 25, 2021, 07:31:55 PM
Hause actuallyThat Emi shithousery in action:Withdrawn!
https://twitter.com/op4c/status/1441762855661883395?s=21
Anyway who was our player giving it to Fernandes on the penalty spot after his miss? Well done to him.
Konsa
Post by: CT Villan on September 25, 2021, 07:32:18 PM
Post by: LeeB on September 25, 2021, 07:36:31 PM
We were brilliant, the better team all day, and in fairness their fans around us I spoke to were sound and agreed.
Post by: Risso on September 25, 2021, 08:19:51 PM
I was the there today in their corporate seats, 4 of us. Fuck me, that was sweet.
We were brilliant, the better team all day, and in fairness their fans around us I spoke to were sound and agreed.
Wish I'd known mate, so was I, could have said hello. You didn't have a claret polo shirt on did you?
Post by: LeeB on September 25, 2021, 08:24:42 PM
I was the there today in their corporate seats, 4 of us. Fuck me, that was sweet.
We were brilliant, the better team all day, and in fairness their fans around us I spoke to were sound and agreed.
Wish I'd known mate, so was I, could have said hello. You didn't have a claret polo shirt on did you?
No, a white shirt and beige jacket. Which doesn't read anywhere near as good as it looked. Was up in the opposite corner of the Scoreboard End to our lot, in the 1999 lounge.
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 25, 2021, 08:26:47 PM
Post by: Somniloquism on September 25, 2021, 08:32:47 PM
I was the there today in their corporate seats, 4 of us. Fuck me, that was sweet.
We were brilliant, the better team all day, and in fairness their fans around us I spoke to were sound and agreed.
Wish I'd known mate, so was I, could have said hello. You didn't have a claret polo shirt on did you?
Did you see the caravan in the corporate parking?
Post by: LeeB on September 25, 2021, 08:33:33 PM
In fairness he was sound, came over and had a good chat with us, he's running some ex-pro team and he's got Lee Hendrie running the show in midfield, nobody can get near him!
Post by: Risso on September 25, 2021, 08:38:22 PM
Post by: RichardBatchelor on September 25, 2021, 08:41:07 PM
It was, but perhaps not quite as bad as is being made out. As I saw it the ManU defender should have cut it out, didn't, and Targett saw the ball very late.Targett, Watkins, Ramsey should have been 4The Targett miss was a bad one, but thankfully it didn't matter
Post by: LeeB on September 25, 2021, 08:46:20 PM
We had Norman Whiteside, he was good value as well. I was on the halfway line not far behind the dugout, sat a few seats from singer Anne-Marie. Horse Features was in the same area as well, the c***.
Your package was probably a bit more expensive than ours mate, not that I'm complaining, was a perfect day all round.
Post by: Ads on September 25, 2021, 08:47:02 PM
I was the there today in their corporate seats, 4 of us. Fuck me, that was sweet.
We were brilliant, the better team all day, and in fairness their fans around us I spoke to were sound and agreed.
Wish I'd known mate, so was I, could have said hello. You didn't have a claret polo shirt on did you?
No, a white shirt and beige jacket. Which doesn't read anywhere near as good as it looked. Was up in the opposite corner of the Scoreboard End to our lot, in the 1999 lounge.
Bloody hell, it's Miami Vice.
Post by: Ads on September 25, 2021, 08:47:56 PM
Post by: LeeB on September 25, 2021, 08:50:57 PM
I was the there today in their corporate seats, 4 of us. Fuck me, that was sweet.
We were brilliant, the better team all day, and in fairness their fans around us I spoke to were sound and agreed.
Wish I'd known mate, so was I, could have said hello. You didn't have a claret polo shirt on did you?
No, a white shirt and beige jacket. Which doesn't read anywhere near as good as it looked. Was up in the opposite corner of the Scoreboard End to our lot, in the 1999 lounge.
Bloody hell, it's Miami Vice.
Yeah, sleeves rolled up. Represented us with style, whilst most of those tramps looked barely like they'd stepped out of a Lowry painting.
Post by: AlexAlexCropley on September 25, 2021, 08:51:41 PM
Post by: brontebilly on September 25, 2021, 08:52:24 PM
Post by: Louzie0 on September 25, 2021, 08:54:32 PM
Gabby on TS credited Deano and Villa but in most other cases it’s been wall to wall weeping and wailing of biblical proportions. Probably to be repeated in the Sundays.
It would be nice to read something that started something like, ‘Villa beat MU on Saturday and they are very happy’!
Post by: Ads on September 25, 2021, 08:57:33 PM
Post by: colin69 on September 25, 2021, 08:58:18 PM
This system is working a treat and long may it continue.
As others have said, we’re not missing you know who at all and seem to be moving on quite nicely.
Post by: LeeB on September 25, 2021, 08:58:42 PM
Post by: Ads on September 25, 2021, 09:04:23 PM
Limbs (https://twitter.com/Wrighti1/status/1441805669208936449?s=19)
Post by: Louzie0 on September 25, 2021, 09:04:52 PM
Post by: LukeJames on September 25, 2021, 09:17:17 PM
Feel sorry for you Ris and Lee, missed out on some proper limbs!
Theres not many clubs in England that are near us for limbs.
Post by: LeeB on September 25, 2021, 09:17:21 PM
Were you in this box Lee?
Limbs (https://twitter.com/Wrighti1/status/1441805669208936449?s=19)
No, at that end but on the other side, where the corner was taken. We did well to keep it reigned in, but I'm surprised I didn't kill our mate, I squeezed his head so hard.
Post by: devilla on September 25, 2021, 09:17:23 PM
https://twitter.com/Bigcuts/status/1441849725498445827 (https://twitter.com/Bigcuts/status/1441849725498445827)
What a day, so proud of Dean and the lads tonight.
Post by: LeeB on September 25, 2021, 09:23:00 PM
Sorry if this has been posted already but this is how much that pen missed by.....
https://twitter.com/Bigcuts/status/1441849725498445827 (https://twitter.com/Bigcuts/status/1441849725498445827)
What a day, so proud of Dean and the lads tonight.
Never mind that, Emi's dance! That's magic, what an absolute boss.
Post by: Rory on September 25, 2021, 09:23:16 PM
Feel sorry for you Ris and Lee, missed out on some proper limbs!
Theres not many clubs in England that are near us for limbs.
Everton, but only when a decision goes against them.
Post by: JUAN PABLO on September 25, 2021, 09:23:55 PM
Post by: LeeB on September 25, 2021, 09:24:48 PM
Feel sorry for you Ris and Lee, missed out on some proper limbs!
Theres not many clubs in England that are near us for limbs.
Everton, but only when a decision goes against them.
Ha, so true.
Post by: Rory on September 25, 2021, 09:24:59 PM
Immln still pissed ..see untomoz forblbserous chat
Good job, mate!
Post by: exigo on September 25, 2021, 09:25:15 PM
What a day. Up at 5:30, to find Euston absolutely swarming with self-entitled plastic reds. Talking all the way up about how they were going to take Declan Rice and a whole host of other players. Seriously, who would want to move there under OGS right now?
Got to love the £3 a pint prices in the away end. To have won that game with so many poor Mike Dean decisions makes it all the sweeter – that Maguire pull on McGinn is at least a yellow, and probably a red. Every time Fernandes fell to the floor he fell for it. And I genuinely don't see how that Hause handball is a pen under the new rules. He let them stand in our wall, against the rules. And showed complete inconsistency on shoulder charges – McGinn wiped out is fine, but don't so much as breathe on them.
And there is nothing sweeter than a late winner, right in front of the away fans. Can't wait to watch it all over again on Match of the Day.
Post by: Legion on September 25, 2021, 09:26:19 PM
Immln still pissed ..see untomoz forblbserous chat
Post of the day.
Post by: Ian. on September 25, 2021, 09:28:04 PM
Immln still pissed ..see untomoz forblbserous chat
Post of the day.
Ha ha! Brilliant
Post by: Nev on September 25, 2021, 09:28:31 PM
Anyone know who was sitting next to Suralex ? Had a Villa tie on and looked like he'd had a good lunch.
John Hales. Owns jump horses, had some good ones in his time such as One Man, Azertioup, Neptune Collonges.
Post by: AV82EC on September 25, 2021, 09:29:35 PM
Immln still pissed ..see untomoz forblbserous chat
Post of the day.
Ha ha! Brilliant
And they say English doesn’t evolve as a language. It’s a post of beauty and passion. The Booker Prize awaits.
Post by: LukeJames on September 25, 2021, 09:30:52 PM
Immln still pissed ..see untomoz forblbserous chat
The answer is Bratislava mate.
Post by: Louzie0 on September 25, 2021, 09:32:56 PM
Glad you were there JP, to se Kortney’s goal; even if it’s all a bit hazy by tomorrow.Immln still pissed ..see untomoz forblbserous chat
Post of the day.
Ha ha! Brilliant
Post by: Risso on September 25, 2021, 09:39:09 PM
Were you in this box Lee?
Limbs (https://twitter.com/Wrighti1/status/1441805669208936449?s=19)
There were loads of limbs near us. Mostly being used by the Mancs to scurry out of the ground.
Post by: Rotterdam 82 on September 25, 2021, 09:46:02 PM
Post by: devilla on September 25, 2021, 09:46:42 PM
Yes, the dance was class and so was getting into Fernandes' head before it was taken. The man's a legend already.Sorry if this has been posted already but this is how much that pen missed by.....
https://twitter.com/Bigcuts/status/1441849725498445827 (https://twitter.com/Bigcuts/status/1441849725498445827)
What a day, so proud of Dean and the lads tonight.
Never mind that, Emi's dance! That's magic, what an absolute boss.
Post by: UK Redsox on September 25, 2021, 09:48:49 PM
Post by: LukeJames on September 25, 2021, 09:51:21 PM
How was Maguire not booked for that pullback on SJM?
Dont want too appear all hyperbolic but that was a fucking outrageous decision.
Post by: Ads on September 25, 2021, 09:51:38 PM
Lovely lamping of Fernandes too.
Post by: Legion on September 25, 2021, 09:51:49 PM
Post by: LeeB on September 25, 2021, 09:53:32 PM
Yes, the dance was class and so was getting into Fernandes' head before it was taken. The man's a legend already.Sorry if this has been posted already but this is how much that pen missed by.....
https://twitter.com/Bigcuts/status/1441849725498445827 (https://twitter.com/Bigcuts/status/1441849725498445827)
What a day, so proud of Dean and the lads tonight.
Never mind that, Emi's dance! That's magic, what an absolute boss.
We were in the upper tier at the other end in the clip, in the little pocket just as it curves, and I can just about make out my mate going up when he misses
Post by: Ads on September 25, 2021, 09:55:32 PM
Post by: Meanwood Villa on September 25, 2021, 09:59:08 PM
Thanks. Hopefully a few well chosen words in Portuguese as well.That Emi shithousery in action:Withdrawn!
https://twitter.com/op4c/status/1441762855661883395?s=21
Anyway who was our player giving it to Fernandes on the penalty spot after his miss? Well done to him.
Konsa
It was Hause I thought
Post by: Legion on September 25, 2021, 10:08:11 PM
Post by: LeeB on September 25, 2021, 10:09:01 PM
Haha lad in the white?
Yes, he's a big unit!
Post by: devilla on September 25, 2021, 10:11:20 PM
How was Maguire not booked for that pullback on SJM?
Dont want too appear all hyperbolic but that was a fucking outrageous decision.
It was scandalous and you can guarantee that if it was the other way around Dean would have brandished his red card with barely concealed glee.
Post by: Legion on September 25, 2021, 10:12:29 PM
Post by: LeeB on September 25, 2021, 10:12:43 PM
How was Maguire not booked for that pullback on SJM?
Dont want too appear all hyperbolic but that was a fucking outrageous decision.
It was scandalous and you can guarantee that if it was the other way around Dean would have brandished his red card with barely concealed glee.
And that fucking pompous little sprint he does to the spot where the foul he imagined had taken place.
Post by: Small Rodent on September 25, 2021, 10:13:52 PM
The best thing for me is the fact that we have class players like Bailey and Sanson who still haven't really played - well OK Bailey's 20 minutes was a bit special - and we have some really good kids on the bench as well as Traore and Buendia. All looking good. Smith and his 'assistants' showing what you can do with some depth.
Spot on. It’s very exciting times!
(We met years ago at a couple of games. Charlton comes to mind. I’m known as Clarry)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 25, 2021, 10:23:25 PM
Post by: LukeJames on September 25, 2021, 10:24:15 PM
Hilarious that it wasn’t a corner and that Ollie looked offside as the goal went in :)
Poetic
Post by: Matt C on September 25, 2021, 10:33:01 PM
Post by: Legion on September 25, 2021, 10:34:07 PM
I thought Ramsey had done his knee ligament the way he went down when that chance unraveled
Not seen that.
Post by: Brend'Watkins on September 25, 2021, 11:02:47 PM
How was Maguire not booked for that pullback on SJM?
Dont want too appear all hyperbolic but that was a fucking outrageous decision.
It was scandalous and you can guarantee that if it was the other way around Dean would have brandished his red card with barely concealed glee.
How could it not be given as a foul? There should be an inquest. Mike Dean is an incompetent clown.
Post by: SaddVillan on September 25, 2021, 11:04:25 PM
How was Maguire not booked for that pullback on SJM?
Dont want too appear all hyperbolic but that was a fucking outrageous decision.
It was scandalous and you can guarantee that if it was the other way around Dean would have brandished his red card with barely concealed glee.
How could it not be given as a foul? There should be an inquest. Mike Dean is an incompetent clown.
Not shown or discussed on MOTD.
Post by: ROBBO on September 25, 2021, 11:10:10 PM
Post by: Steve67 on September 25, 2021, 11:10:21 PM
Post by: Legion on September 25, 2021, 11:11:45 PM
Post by: PaulWinch again on September 25, 2021, 11:13:33 PM
Post by: SoccerHQ on September 25, 2021, 11:19:51 PM
Love how bitter the PE Teacher is as well.
Yeah I've never been in that bothered about Solsjkaer in the past, he's a sort of Southgate manager of club football where results are generally o.k but with resources could still be doing more but had to laugh at what he was saying post match.
Was whinging about lack of penalties in the week, gets yet another penalty against us and still whines about it. Now he probably wants every goal Man. United concede to be checked by VAR.
He'll be gone next summer, probably by xmas if they don't make it out of their CL group.
Post by: olaftab on September 25, 2021, 11:42:00 PM
Haha lad in the white?One of us in Stretford End?
Post by: Ian. on September 26, 2021, 12:10:20 AM
Maybe i was too wrapped up in the game but on reflection didn't see too much of Ramsey. OGS is under severe pressure now, never rated him to be honest and with all the players he has he hasn't got any style of play just a load of individuals doing their own thing. We are officially over Joe now, the team spirit is immense even the commentators are starting to take notice, a very exiting Villa side was just one comment.
Ramsey was great again and made the position his own. He’s fitted in so well. He’s a nuisance and niggles away, like Ollie when we’re out of possession and very good on the ball. This midfield three work so well together.
Post by: pauliewalnuts on September 26, 2021, 12:23:21 AM
After years of watching those arrogant ****** in our seats, have a piece of this, you fucking plastic sheep.
Post by: olaftab on September 26, 2021, 12:28:53 AM
What are prawn sandwiches like at OT these days as I haven't had one since about 2005?We had Norman Whiteside, he was good value as well. I was on the halfway line not far behind the dugout, sat a few seats from singer Anne-Marie. Horse Features was in the same area as well, the c***.
Your package was probably a bit more expensive than ours mate, not that I'm complaining, was a perfect day all round.
Post by: olaftab on September 26, 2021, 12:36:03 AM
https://twitter.com/tjansermoz/status/1441765340019580933?s=20A friend and I did that when Brian Little scored a worldy there. We were in the main stand as it was called then and got away with it as we were mid teenagers at the the time.
After years of watching those arrogant ****** in our seats, have a piece of this, you fucking plastic sheep.
Post by: brontebilly on September 26, 2021, 12:52:37 AM
I thought Ramsey had done his knee ligament the way he went down when that chance unraveled
I suspect he wanted the ground to open up at that point....was some miss. Nicely laid on by Buendia who was lively when he came in. After a very good first half, I thought Ramsey struggled to make an impact in the second. Thought Smith might have brought on Nakamba for him around 70 mins
Post by: Rory on September 26, 2021, 01:10:44 AM
https://twitter.com/tjansermoz/status/1441765340019580933?s=20
After years of watching those arrogant ****** in our seats, have a piece of this, you fucking plastic sheep.
As much as I hate them (and I really, really fucking do) not sure I agree with this.
Post by: purpletrousers on September 26, 2021, 03:24:02 AM
Immln still pissed ..see untomoz forblbserous chat
Post of the day.
Ha ha! Brilliant
And they say English doesn’t evolve as a language. It’s a post of beauty and passion. The Booker Prize awaits.
I’m a big fan of being able to stream MOTD the night it’s broadcast not having to wait x days as before. Thoroughly enjoyed watching tonight. Vegan dad of two little ones missed the crucial minutes commentary of the end of the match defrosting goat meat for the Mrs before the East African visitors arrived in the house. Part of me was quite narked ar getting my hands dirty *and* the Mrs coming downstairs to tell me what had happened from the speaker I’d left on upstairs. Then I remembered I’d made marriage a condition of a Man U shirt being abandoned in Africa. She hugged me, was excited, got little AV dancing with excited celebrations. I can safely conclude the conversion from the dark side is complete, she’s a Villa fan, job done.
Post by: Uknowthescore on September 26, 2021, 03:36:41 AM
Post by: purpletrousers on September 26, 2021, 03:49:02 AM
Told ya, i just knew it. Onwards and upwards, and well done our new specialist coach.
Dedicated to Danny Murphy. Why do I think I he’s going to look more and more of a fool as the season goes on!
Post by: clash city rocker on September 26, 2021, 07:22:05 AM
Just a random though...was watching Football Focus and Jonathan Pearce was doing the build up.
Not sure if anyone has the comms for when we last won there in December 2009 but I get the feeling he did it that night aswell (can't believe how few decent highlights there are on YT for that game).
Always enjoy it when he does our games as he seems to have a bit of a soft spot for us and certainly respects our history in the game. First on MOTD tonight I'm sure.
He did the commentary on Channel 5 for our match against Atletico Madrid in 1998 - always thought that he loved us.
Have stood on the holte with him a fair few times.
Post by: Hookeysmith on September 26, 2021, 07:29:11 AM
After losing our single best player in a generation, losing 2 senior coaching members and a pretty fractured pre season Dean and his team deserve so much credit.
We should fear no one and I genuinely don't think we do
Post by: ChicagoLion on September 26, 2021, 08:24:18 AM
Post by: RichardBatchelor on September 26, 2021, 08:40:58 AM
https://twitter.com/tjansermoz/status/1441765340019580933?s=20
After years of watching those arrogant ****** in our seats, have a piece of this, you fucking plastic sheep.
As much as I hate them (and I really, really fucking do) not sure I agree with this.
Ditto.
Post by: Concrete Tom on September 26, 2021, 08:55:37 AM
How was Maguire not booked for that pullback on SJM?
Mike Dean didn’t even give a foul!
Post by: Neil Hawkes on September 26, 2021, 09:04:20 AM
Post by: VILLA MOLE on September 26, 2021, 09:11:33 AM
McGinn was at his swashbuckling best, what a performance.
exactly!!’
Post by: Villa Lew on September 26, 2021, 09:12:52 AM
The last few minutes, seemed like hours, I couldn't even cheer, when they missed the penalty, because I was convinced they would still find a way to get an equaliser, but thank God, they didn't.
Post by: LeonW on September 26, 2021, 09:31:46 AM
Post by: olaftab on September 26, 2021, 09:54:31 AM
Post by: Risso on September 26, 2021, 10:05:14 AM
Post by: Holte132 on September 26, 2021, 10:09:08 AM
Post by: Tayls_7 on September 26, 2021, 10:17:46 AM
Did anyone notice the United players complaining about our goal being offside, or protesting that De Gea had been fouled by Ollie? No? That's right, OGS, they didn't because there was nothing wrong with our goal!
His pathetic and ungracious belly aching makes it all the sweeter. Heroes to a man. Every one.
Post by: RamboandBruno on September 26, 2021, 10:21:10 AM
If you put the Man Utd hoodoo aside (which was obviously on all our minds) and look at the game outside of that, we actually dealt with them quite comfortably. The sh*thouseary on the penalty and even Mcginn’s needless yellow earlier (which was him making a point) show a side that genuinely believe they belong near the top of the table and not just making up the numbers. I love the attitude of everyone involved at Villa to convey that sense of belonging. Getting up the noses of the manc reds means we’re majorly on the right road. And I don’t even think the side has clicked yet. There’s much more to come.
I watched Courtney Hauses interview on villa tv this morning, only a couple of minutes long, but he basically they all believe they as good as anyone in the league. He also went on to its the manager who instills that belief in them.
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 26, 2021, 10:22:37 AM
In the last fifteen months or so we've beaten Arsenal three times, Liverpool, Leicester, Man U, Chelsea and Tottenham. Just need to beat Man City to complete the set.
Post by: LeeB on September 26, 2021, 10:28:45 AM
We definitely don't seem to have that fear factor any more. Previous Villa teams, even some decent Villa teams, played the likes of Man U and you felt we'd lost before kick off.
In the last fifteen months or so we've beaten Arsenal three times, Liverpool, Leicester, Man U, Chelsea and Tottenham. Just need to beat Man City to complete the set.
I'm actually starting to look forward to these games now, mind you, I'm looking forward to every game because I love watching this team play.
Post by: martyn ellis on September 26, 2021, 10:35:41 AM
Yes indeed I remember. Hope you're enjoying our resurgence. I'll look out for your posts.The best thing for me is the fact that we have class players like Bailey and Sanson who still haven't really played - well OK Bailey's 20 minutes was a bit special - and we have some really good kids on the bench as well as Traore and Buendia. All looking good. Smith and his 'assistants' showing what you can do with some depth.
Spot on. It’s very exciting times!
(We met years ago at a couple of games. Charlton comes to mind. I’m known as Clarry)
Post by: Pete3206 on September 26, 2021, 10:47:48 AM
Post by: AlexAlexCropley on September 26, 2021, 10:52:19 AM
Post by: Villa Lew on September 26, 2021, 10:59:27 AM
Post by: clash city rocker on September 26, 2021, 11:00:54 AM
Post by: dave shelley on September 26, 2021, 11:05:35 AM
OGS is a terrible manager. Two extremely average midfielders in Fred and McTominay sitting in front of the defence, Sancho on the bench and he seems to have completely ruined Mason Greenwood, who a couple of seasons back I thought was just about the most promising young English player in the Premier League.
Great innit?
Post by: olaftab on September 26, 2021, 11:08:52 AM
Twitter Villa police liason thanking the 2397 Villa fans.Is this true? Where were the other 700?We also sell corporate away trips for visits to places like OT so I assume that's where those "missing" are.
Post by: SoccerHQ on September 26, 2021, 11:11:18 AM
Honestly think the roof would come off the Holte when Sweet Caroline comes on if we won in that manner.
Great thing now is the players will go into the return fixture really believing we'll win which hasn't been the case for most of the last 25 years so fans need to play their part aswell on the day. Or night.
Post by: martyn ellis on September 26, 2021, 11:12:39 AM
"In amongst all the fun and laughter, someone needs to mention Aston Villa ~ so here goes: Let's hear it for Dean Smith, arguably the most under-rated manager in the top flight. Probably because he's English, his name is plain old Dean Smith and he looks like he should be spending Saturday afternoons cutting the grass and putting up shelves.
But beneath that avuncular exterior sits the mind of a smart tactician. He's done a number on United today and that win was no fluke.
As for Solskjær, at the end of an horrendous week, let's hope he tries some introspection rather than lashing out and blaming other sources. He got his "get of jail card" after all, but they blew it.
So much attacking talent at his disposal and yet he still doesn't seem to have a clue how to deploy it cohesively. Pressure building on him now."
Thank you Calvyn.
Post by: Risso on September 26, 2021, 11:16:33 AM
Post by: LukeJames on September 26, 2021, 11:21:56 AM
Post by: Risso on September 26, 2021, 11:24:11 AM
Did you have to pass Junction 10? Fucking hell!
Nope, jumped on the toll road, thankfully.
Post by: villabear on September 26, 2021, 11:24:26 AM
Now that’s made me laugh out loud
Post by: vilan461 on September 26, 2021, 11:24:46 AM
Did anyone notice the United players complaining about our goal being offside, or protesting that De Gea had been fouled by Ollie? No? That's right, OGS, they didn't because there was nothing wrong with our goal!
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Took the words right out of my mouth--spot on, i never noticed one Utd player moan about the goal,to the ref nor linesman,----just sour grapes trying to bemoan our win---pathetic, he never moaned last season when Ezri was penalised for that foul--by Fernandes from which they were given a penalty.!!
Post by: saunders_heroes on September 26, 2021, 11:25:44 AM
Post by: Sister of Top Cat on September 26, 2021, 11:29:02 AM
Immln still pissed ..see untomoz forblbserous chatThis has to be my favourite post on the thread
Post by: Brend'Watkins on September 26, 2021, 11:44:31 AM
If you put the Man Utd hoodoo aside (which was obviously on all our minds) and look at the game outside of that, we actually dealt with them quite comfortably. The sh*thouseary on the penalty and even Mcginn’s needless yellow earlier (which was him making a point) show a side that genuinely believe they belong near the top of the table and not just making up the numbers. I love the attitude of everyone involved at Villa to convey that sense of belonging. Getting up the noses of the manc reds means we’re majorly on the right road. And I don’t even think the side has clicked yet. There’s much more to come.
I watched Courtney Hauses interview on villa tv this morning, only a couple of minutes long, but he basically they all believe they as good as anyone in the league. He also went on to its the manager who instills that belief in them.
It didn’t work with one of them but that’s more to do with him not being the brightest.
Post by: TheMalandro on September 26, 2021, 11:48:53 AM
They are so far up their own arses.
Post by: VILLA MOLE on September 26, 2021, 11:51:01 AM
The funniest thing about beating them, has to be Fernandes issuing a statement about his penalty miss.
They are so far up their own arses.
It is the Yanited way
Post by: rooboy316 on September 26, 2021, 11:54:47 AM
Post by: Risso on September 26, 2021, 11:55:26 AM
The funniest thing about beating them, has to be Fernandes issuing a statement about his penalty miss.
They are so far up their own arses.
It is the Yanited way
To be fair Nakamba did the same after the Chelsea game.
Post by: Pat McMahon on September 26, 2021, 11:56:48 AM
Pleased to say I don’t have to move back to China for us to beat them.
Post by: Pat McMahon on September 26, 2021, 12:04:33 PM
What a crap stadium Old Trafford is by the way. OK it's huge, but it feels old and outdated and not in a historic way. Plus having no big screens in the stadium is really small time. Only good thing about it is it's much easier to get away from than Villa Park. An hour after the final whistle yesterday I was on the M6 going past Stoke. Leaving VP I'd be lucky to be on the Expressway by then.
Were you in the away end Risso or did you have to sit on your hands? I’ve seen a few Villa fans on Twitter posting pics from various parts of the ground, including one bloke who went full on nuts after the goal or the penalty, with people around him just staring - luckily for him.
I haven’t been to Old Trafford since 1990 but remember it being impressive back then.
Post by: AV82EC on September 26, 2021, 12:10:52 PM
Post by: RichardBatchelor on September 26, 2021, 12:11:42 PM
OGS is a terrible manager. Two extremely average midfielders in Fred and McTominay sitting in front of the defence, Sancho on the bench and he seems to have completely ruined Mason Greenwood, who a couple of seasons back I thought was just about the most promising young English player in the Premier League.
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Great innit?
Maybe Greenwood could join Villa and get some proper coaching?
Post by: Damo70 on September 26, 2021, 12:11:56 PM
OGS is a terrible manager. Two extremely average midfielders in Fred and McTominay sitting in front of the defence, Sancho on the bench and he seems to have completely ruined Mason Greenwood, who a couple of seasons back I thought was just about the most promising young English player in the Premier League.
OGS started off quite well in the job results wise and had a lot of goodwill from the fans. Now it isn't going so well and I would imagine the fans are restless.
Post by: AV82EC on September 26, 2021, 12:14:02 PM
OGS is a terrible manager. Two extremely average midfielders in Fred and McTominay sitting in front of the defence, Sancho on the bench and he seems to have completely ruined Mason Greenwood, who a couple of seasons back I thought was just about the most promising young English player in the Premier League.
OGS started off quite well in the job results wise and had a lot of goodwill from the fans. Now it isn't going so well and I would imagine the fans are restless.
Some of the # threads on Twitter were an absolute hoot. Full of plastics from whatever part of the globe you fancy of course.
Post by: olaftab on September 26, 2021, 12:14:36 PM
OGS is a terrible manager. Two extremely average midfielders in Fred and McTominay sitting in front of the defence, Sancho on the bench and he seems to have completely ruined Mason Greenwood, who a couple of seasons back I thought was just about the most promising young English player in the Premier League.I find it quite sickening when he tries to talk as though he is Ferguson/Wenger combined into one. Still I don't want him sacked he needs to continue doing the good job he is doing.
Post by: Sexual Ealing on September 26, 2021, 12:14:47 PM
Post by: RichardBatchelor on September 26, 2021, 12:17:59 PM
OGS is a terrible manager. Two extremely average midfielders in Fred and McTominay sitting in front of the defence, Sancho on the bench and he seems to have completely ruined Mason Greenwood, who a couple of seasons back I thought was just about the most promising young English player in the Premier League.
OGS started off quite well in the job results wise and had a lot of goodwill from the fans. Now it isn't going so well and I would imagine the fans are restless.
They are one, maybe two (if Brighton win tomorrow, really really hope they do) points off the top of the table. Only they could whinge. And how long before we see in a gossip column ‘United chase McGinn and Martinez’. Because their response to being bossed by players is, rather than see how to improve their players by coaching in order to cope with said players, is to try and buy them. Or at least has been since late Ferguson era.
Post by: ChicagoLion on September 26, 2021, 12:34:44 PM
Post by: Somniloquism on September 26, 2021, 12:51:46 PM
Post by: Somniloquism on September 26, 2021, 12:55:12 PM
Maybe bringing in Ronaldo wasn't the smartest move.
I think it was Oliver Holt as one of the only doubting voices on Ronny returning as he pointed out their problems last season were not scoring, but was in fact stopping other teams scoring. So Chris wasn't really helpful apart from pretty much throwing all the long term plans for this season out of whack.
Post by: Lastfootstamper on September 26, 2021, 01:00:31 PM
Post by: ChicagoLion on September 26, 2021, 01:02:25 PM
The team did not look balanced last season, now they are trying to force Ronaldo and Pogba into the starting 11.Maybe bringing in Ronaldo wasn't the smartest move.
I think it was Oliver Holt as one of the only doubting voices on Ronny returning as he pointed out their problems last season were not scoring, but was in fact stopping other teams scoring. So Chris wasn't really helpful apart from pretty much throwing all the long term plans for this season out of whack.
Long may it continue.
Post by: Somniloquism on September 26, 2021, 01:08:10 PM
Post by: olaftab on September 26, 2021, 01:41:41 PM
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Post by: Clark W Griswold on September 26, 2021, 01:53:43 PM
The result
The fact that our goal was allowed (even though it should have been)
Old Trafford sounded like ‘being in church’, maybe the tourists and the prawn sandwich brigade have finally taken over?
Fernandez came across as an even bigger ****** than Ronaldo.
We didn’t get an injury
Some predictable stuff;
Mike Dean was a ******
Further to that, they got a last min penalty which was debateable
Slab head was a cheating dirty bastard
Their ‘manager’ was full of bullshit about the decisions in his interview
Pleasing observations
Our team really looks like a ‘team’ the most hard working well organised I’ve seen us for many years and with plenty of talent to boot. Our manager appears to be continuing to grow.
They looked like what they are, a bunch of egotistical individuals that really didn’t seem to like each other too much and the usually grinning fuckers Ole and Ronaldo looked pretty miserable right from the off. Hopefully there’s a lot of issues in that squad.
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 26, 2021, 01:55:10 PM
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That picture is misleading anyway, the 2D image makes it look like Watkins is right on top of him. From the near post angle, you can see that he is quite clearly unimpeded at the moment Hause heads the ball.
Post by: Toronto Villa on September 26, 2021, 02:06:56 PM
What a crap stadium Old Trafford is by the way. OK it's huge, but it feels old and outdated and not in a historic way. Plus having no big screens in the stadium is really small time. Only good thing about it is it's much easier to get away from than Villa Park. An hour after the final whistle yesterday I was on the M6 going past Stoke. Leaving VP I'd be lucky to be on the Expressway by then.
Were you in the away end Risso or did you have to sit on your hands? I’ve seen a few Villa fans on Twitter posting pics from various parts of the ground, including one bloke who went full on nuts after the goal or the penalty, with people around him just staring - luckily for him.
I haven’t been to Old Trafford since 1990 but remember it being impressive back then.
That’s over 30 years ago Pat. Man U fans, one of their numerous complaints is actually legitimate, in that their stadium hasn’t been invested in or updated. And has fallen behind many of the modern stadia across Europe. Despite all of their success in that time and the billions in revenue they’ve generated. And despite being fucking shit for a good number of those same years, Villa Park still looks superb.
Post by: Risso on September 26, 2021, 03:24:25 PM
What a crap stadium Old Trafford is by the way. OK it's huge, but it feels old and outdated and not in a historic way. Plus having no big screens in the stadium is really small time. Only good thing about it is it's much easier to get away from than Villa Park. An hour after the final whistle yesterday I was on the M6 going past Stoke. Leaving VP I'd be lucky to be on the Expressway by then.
Were you in the away end Risso or did you have to sit on your hands? I’ve seen a few Villa fans on Twitter posting pics from various parts of the ground, including one bloke who went full on nuts after the goal or the penalty, with people around him just staring - luckily for him.
I haven’t been to Old Trafford since 1990 but remember it being impressive back then.
I was in one of the home corporate bits behind the dugouts. Mostly the prawn sarnie brigade, only half of whom seemed to be even remotely interested in the game. I gave it a huge cheer when we scored, to a few tuts but to be honest half of the stand were on the way to the exits before we scored anyway.
Post by: SoccerHQ on September 26, 2021, 04:28:38 PM
No, I think Shearer was clear in that he felt it was a good goal. Like the manyoo manager, he called out the inconsistency when comparing to a Leicester goal or something recently, but unlike the manyoo manager he believes both goals should've stood. His reasoning behind why one was given and the other not was that they came down to, effectively, umpire's call. Similar events, one the assistant flagged at the time, ours didn't.
The Leicester goal being ruled out last weekend was ridiculous.
IMO they intepreted it correctly given if you look at the replay De Gea has a clear view of Hause as he heads it even if Ollie was lingering by him. And he wasn't saving it in any case.
I thought it was more if a player runs across a keeper and completely blocks his vision as the shot is hit and ball trickles in when it's a saveable shot so in that situation you can understand it being ruled out.
Probably would've been ruled out last season when you think McGinn hit top corner at Arsenal and that was ruled out because one of ours was sort of blocking the keeper's view.
Post by: Proposition Joe on September 26, 2021, 05:11:49 PM
Post by: SoccerHQ on September 26, 2021, 05:18:45 PM
For the Targett miss, we had a player unmarked on the penalty spot iirc. Who was it, can anyone remember?
Ings.
Post by: Proposition Joe on September 26, 2021, 05:45:29 PM
For the Targett miss, we had a player unmarked on the penalty spot iirc. Who was it, can anyone remember?
Ings.
Oof, no wonder Ings was grumpy. Next time Cash knows who to pass to.
Watkins in current form would have taken 2 or 3 touches and passed back to the keeper.
Post by: LeonW on September 26, 2021, 06:30:32 PM
Post by: wittonwarrior on September 26, 2021, 08:01:21 PM
For the Targett miss, we had a player unmarked on the penalty spot iirc. Who was it, can anyone remember?
Ings.
Oof, no wonder Ings was grumpy. Next time Cash knows who to pass to.
Watkins in current form would have taken 2 or 3 touches and passed back to the keeper.
Totally agree poor again yesterday and lacking in front of goal
Post by: Proposition Joe on September 26, 2021, 08:15:09 PM
For the Targett miss, we had a player unmarked on the penalty spot iirc. Who was it, can anyone remember?
Ings.
Oof, no wonder Ings was grumpy. Next time Cash knows who to pass to.
Watkins in current form would have taken 2 or 3 touches and passed back to the keeper.
Totally agree poor again yesterday and lacking in front of goal
He needs to get off the mark for the season and then we'll see him back to his old self I'm sure.
Post by: lovejoy on September 26, 2021, 08:20:28 PM
Post by: LeeB on September 26, 2021, 08:29:05 PM
A) Deano is an attack minded coaching genius and it means we actually play with less defenders as a result, Targett and Cash are midfielders.
B) We're dominant in either box at set pieces, and with our new coaching guru this will reap further rewards
C) Twice before, under Taylor first time round and then Brian Little, moving to three at the back triggered massive upswing in form, and it feels we might be on the cusp of that again.
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 26, 2021, 08:35:56 PM
You really can't trust anyone these days.
Post by: LeeB on September 26, 2021, 08:37:37 PM
Fucking Hell.
You really can't trust anyone these days.
'Less defenders' is my get out clause.
Post by: Legion on September 26, 2021, 08:38:33 PM
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 26, 2021, 08:40:56 PM
Post by: VILLA MOLE on September 26, 2021, 08:42:38 PM
Fucking Hell.
You really can't trust anyone these days.
'Less defenders' is my get out clause.
he is not talking to you , he will come around !
;)
Post by: LeeB on September 26, 2021, 08:45:00 PM
Fewer.
Quite, sloppy work.
Post by: markeeeebeeee2005 on September 26, 2021, 08:45:02 PM
Apart from Greasy being out last year we became too predictable. The opposition knew they were getting a 433 and they could pretty much pick the team too.
Mixing formations and lineups up will help to develop more intelligent players as they develop their tactical ability through good coaching.
I personally love an overlap so like the 433 and don’t think 2 up top suits all of our players. But it’s working for now.
Post by: danno on September 26, 2021, 08:45:35 PM
Lord forgive me, but I'm coming around to the idea of three centre backs because:
A) Deano is an attack minded coaching genius and it means we actually play with less defenders as a result, Targett and Cash are midfielders.
B) We're dominant in either box at set pieces, and with our new coaching guru this will reap further rewards
C) Twice before, under Taylor first time round and then Brian Little, moving to three at the back triggered massive upswing in form, and it feels we might be on the cusp of that again.
D). It accommodates both Ings and Watkins.
E) Douglas Luiz plays better in a midfield three.
Post by: Villan82 on September 26, 2021, 09:03:01 PM
Post by: Steve67 on September 26, 2021, 09:16:36 PM
Post by: ChicagoLion on September 26, 2021, 09:19:49 PM
It's hard to accommodate Buendia and Bailey in the 3-5-2. That's my main issue with it.or Traore
Post by: brontebilly on September 26, 2021, 09:28:22 PM
Maybe bringing in Ronaldo wasn't the smartest move.
Unnecessary signing, nostalgia and commercial reasons aside. With the likes of Hause particularly and Mings in our back 3, surely you need to press them hard without the ball. Ronaldo and Greenwood hardly broke sweat. Pogba and Fernandes not interested without the ball either. Then McFred and AWB....an average a trio as there is in the division.
They'll score goals against most teams but will also concede loads. We missed some sitters yesterday to bury them.
Post by: LeonW on September 26, 2021, 10:21:02 PM
I do wonder as well whether we may end up with lop sided team/system in some games where required.
We’ve certainly got way more tactical options and players to keep people guessing then we’ve had in a long time. The fact we’re not entirely sure yet says it all.
Post by: VILLA MOLE on September 26, 2021, 10:25:30 PM
Maybe bringing in Ronaldo wasn't the smartest move.
Unnecessary signing, nostalgia and commercial reasons aside. With the likes of Hause particularly and Mings in our back 3, surely you need to press them hard without the ball. Ronaldo and Greenwood hardly broke sweat. Pogba and Fernandes not interested without the ball either. Then McFred and AWB....an average a trio as there is in the division.
They'll score goals against most teams but will also concede loads. We missed some sitters yesterday to bury them.
Greenwood should be playing centre forward for them he is going to be some player, but he is being put out on the right to include the other Ronaldo
Post by: Legion on September 26, 2021, 10:28:59 PM
Maybe bringing in Ronaldo wasn't the smartest move.
Just as Ashley Young was for us in my opinion. Great player under MO'N and I love him to bits for that. Somewhat soured by his blatant dive whilst playing for Manchester United. Against us.
Post by: LeonW on September 26, 2021, 10:35:23 PM
Maybe bringing in Ronaldo wasn't the smartest move.
Just as Ashley Young was for us in my opinion. Great player under MO'N and I love him to bits for that. Somewhat soured by his blatant dive whilst playing for Manchester United. Against us.
Me too. Was thinking about this the other day; how many ex-Villa players can you say have our ‘best wishes?’ Mellberg, definitely. Then look at others; Yorke’s behaviour prior to leaving was pretty poor and then playing for Blues. Southgate talking about wanting to go to a bigger club and then going to Middlesborough. Barry throwing a paddy about wanting to go to Liverpool who then seemingly didn’t seem to really want him. The list goes on.
Post by: Footy-Vill on September 26, 2021, 11:03:53 PM
It's hard to accommodate Buendia and Bailey in the 3-5-2. That's my main issue with it.or Traore
And that's why it has to be used sparingly. Having to witness Targett as our chief left sided attacker this season is a crime
Especially after Grealish.
And on that Targett worked wonders as overlapping and playing with Grealish but as a flying wing back Matt in any form of aggressive or determined attacking play this season he isn't.
It's a real issue.
And to have quality and proven attackers on the bench can only go on for so long.
Plus the midfielders don't shoot at goal so offer very little in an attack bat the odd shot by McGinn. Ramsey and Douglas are no go threat what so ever. Its literally up to Ings and Watkins to score or a set piece. That's not healthy in long run and many would identify as a somewhat varied approach to Southgates cautious england approaches.
Post by: SoccerHQ on September 26, 2021, 11:21:29 PM
That was a dodgy penalty decision wasn’t it? His hand is pretty much by his side.
I thought it was a penalty tbh. Decent distance and if it didn't hit Korts hand Pogba would've probably scored so worked out well in the end for us. In the modern climate it's a penalty and we had similar one called v Newcastle and that was closer range.
Would've summed up this fixture to a T if they'd scored that but finally we get some luck. Hopefully some more is saved for the VP game.
Post by: SoccerHQ on September 26, 2021, 11:24:18 PM
It's hard to accommodate Buendia and Bailey in the 3-5-2. That's my main issue with it.
Disagree. We can slot in Buendia as the attacking midfielder v likes of Burnley, Watford, Newcastle although may upset the balance of the central trio but Buendia can press and get on ball in final third.
Ideally you slot Bailey into 4-3-3 but he certainly has the feel of a player who can burst into forward areas so I think for some games him just off Watkins would frighten many defences to death with Ollie's workrate and pace of Bailey.
Post by: Rory on September 26, 2021, 11:27:57 PM
Maybe bringing in Ronaldo wasn't the smartest move.
Just as Ashley Young was for us in my opinion. Great player under MO'N and I love him to bits for that. Somewhat soured by his blatant dive whilst playing for Manchester United. Against us.
Me too. Was thinking about this the other day; how many ex-Villa players can you say have our ‘best wishes?’ Mellberg, definitely. Then look at others; Yorke’s behaviour prior to leaving was pretty poor and then playing for Blues. Southgate talking about wanting to go to a bigger club and then going to Middlesborough. Barry throwing a paddy about wanting to go to Liverpool who then seemingly didn’t seem to really want him. The list goes on.
Quite a few from that era actually, largely because they retired or moved overseas. Angel, Bouma, Laursen, Petrov.
If somebody leaves because they can't get into the first team, has given us years of service and wants one final challenge overseas, or whatever, I generally would wish them well. Anybody who is a permanent fixture in our first XI and moves to another English club, thinking they're better than us - they can fuck off.
I don't mind Ashley Young. He served us well, left us in a dignified manner over ten years ago, and is now a squad player for us. He's not a legend, but I'm happy to have him at the club
Post by: SoccerHQ on September 26, 2021, 11:30:55 PM
Post by: TonyD on September 26, 2021, 11:31:25 PM
Made me laugh at lot.
Watch it.
Post by: Lizz on September 26, 2021, 11:31:32 PM
Post by: Rory on September 26, 2021, 11:33:36 PM
Post by: TonyD on September 26, 2021, 11:34:39 PM
Post by: Lizz on September 26, 2021, 11:36:36 PM
Post by: Rory on September 26, 2021, 11:43:46 PM
They showed the penalty miss interspersed with clips from NASA.
Fair play, that sounds pretty good.
Post by: LeonW on September 26, 2021, 11:58:14 PM
Maybe bringing in Ronaldo wasn't the smartest move.
Just as Ashley Young was for us in my opinion. Great player under MO'N and I love him to bits for that. Somewhat soured by his blatant dive whilst playing for Manchester United. Against us.
Me too. Was thinking about this the other day; how many ex-Villa players can you say have our ‘best wishes?’ Mellberg, definitely. Then look at others; Yorke’s behaviour prior to leaving was pretty poor and then playing for Blues. Southgate talking about wanting to go to a bigger club and then going to Middlesborough. Barry throwing a paddy about wanting to go to Liverpool who then seemingly didn’t seem to really want him. The list goes on.
Quite a few from that era actually, largely because they retired or moved overseas. Angel, Bouma, Laursen, Petrov.
If somebody leaves because they can't get into the first team, has given us years of service and wants one final challenge overseas, or whatever, I generally would wish them well. Anybody who is a permanent fixture in our first XI and moves to another English club, thinking they're better than us - they can fuck off.
I don't mind Ashley Young. He served us well, left us in a dignified manner over ten years ago, and is now a squad player for us. He's not a legend, but I'm happy to have him at the club
I was thinking more in relation to your second point about players moving on to play elsewhere rather than those retiring or aging out. There have been far too many of them who’s behaviour has left a bit of a bad taste. Some more than others.
Post by: D.boy on September 26, 2021, 11:58:49 PM
Post by: Rory on September 27, 2021, 12:11:51 AM
Maybe bringing in Ronaldo wasn't the smartest move.
Just as Ashley Young was for us in my opinion. Great player under MO'N and I love him to bits for that. Somewhat soured by his blatant dive whilst playing for Manchester United. Against us.
Me too. Was thinking about this the other day; how many ex-Villa players can you say have our ‘best wishes?’ Mellberg, definitely. Then look at others; Yorke’s behaviour prior to leaving was pretty poor and then playing for Blues. Southgate talking about wanting to go to a bigger club and then going to Middlesborough. Barry throwing a paddy about wanting to go to Liverpool who then seemingly didn’t seem to really want him. The list goes on.
Quite a few from that era actually, largely because they retired or moved overseas. Angel, Bouma, Laursen, Petrov.
If somebody leaves because they can't get into the first team, has given us years of service and wants one final challenge overseas, or whatever, I generally would wish them well. Anybody who is a permanent fixture in our first XI and moves to another English club, thinking they're better than us - they can fuck off.
I don't mind Ashley Young. He served us well, left us in a dignified manner over ten years ago, and is now a squad player for us. He's not a legend, but I'm happy to have him at the club
I was thinking more in relation to your second point about players moving on to play elsewhere rather than those retiring or aging out. There have been far too many of them who’s behaviour has left a bit of a bad taste. Some more than others.
Agreed on that, Leon. In my lifetime, Yorke, Southgate, Barry, Delph, Grealish are the most notable. I don't wish any of them particular personal ill-will, but I always hope they and their new clubs fail.
Post by: Sexual Ealing on September 27, 2021, 12:22:28 AM
Lord forgive me, but I'm coming around to the idea of three centre backs because:
A) Deano is an attack minded coaching genius and it means we actually play with less defenders as a result, Targett and Cash are midfielders.
B) We're dominant in either box at set pieces, and with our new coaching guru this will reap further rewards
C) Twice before, under Taylor first time round and then Brian Little, moving to three at the back triggered massive upswing in form, and it feels we might be on the cusp of that again.
I repented on this last week and neither of you even noticed. I THOUGHT WE WERE FOUR-AT-THE-BACK MATES?!
Post by: LeonW on September 27, 2021, 12:28:09 AM
Maybe bringing in Ronaldo wasn't the smartest move.
Just as Ashley Young was for us in my opinion. Great player under MO'N and I love him to bits for that. Somewhat soured by his blatant dive whilst playing for Manchester United. Against us.
Me too. Was thinking about this the other day; how many ex-Villa players can you say have our ‘best wishes?’ Mellberg, definitely. Then look at others; Yorke’s behaviour prior to leaving was pretty poor and then playing for Blues. Southgate talking about wanting to go to a bigger club and then going to Middlesborough. Barry throwing a paddy about wanting to go to Liverpool who then seemingly didn’t seem to really want him. The list goes on.
Quite a few from that era actually, largely because they retired or moved overseas. Angel, Bouma, Laursen, Petrov.
If somebody leaves because they can't get into the first team, has given us years of service and wants one final challenge overseas, or whatever, I generally would wish them well. Anybody who is a permanent fixture in our first XI and moves to another English club, thinking they're better than us - they can fuck off.
I don't mind Ashley Young. He served us well, left us in a dignified manner over ten years ago, and is now a squad player for us. He's not a legend, but I'm happy to have him at the club
I was thinking more in relation to your second point about players moving on to play elsewhere rather than those retiring or aging out. There have been far too many of them who’s behaviour has left a bit of a bad taste. Some more than others.
Agreed on that, Leon. In my lifetime, Yorke, Southgate, Barry, Delph, Grealish are the most notable. I don't wish any of them particular personal ill-will, but I always hope they and their new clubs fail.
Reckon you could probably add Downing and Steve Hodge to that blacklist.
Post by: rooboy316 on September 27, 2021, 03:39:10 AM
With all the chat about tactics, etc, I wondered whether we are just continuing with 3-5-2 for now because it gets people use to the system and because (mainly) we had an unkind fixture list and 3-5-2 gives us more defensive stability. When easier games come along, Smith may switch back to 4-3-3.I like this tactical/formation flexibility. Horses for courses and all that, plus it makes it just a tad harder for the opposition to plan and set up against us. The 3-5-2 has worked well in a couple of difficult fixtures, and it also allows us to be more attacking by using Buendia in the midfield 3 instead of Ramsey, in some games/periods of games. While it's hard to make the most of Bailey and Traore in the 3-5-2, I'd imagine we would switch to a 4-3-3 or similar when those two are available and properly match fit.
I do wonder as well whether we may end up with lop sided team/system in some games where required.
We’ve certainly got way more tactical options and players to keep people guessing then we’ve had in a long time. The fact we’re not entirely sure yet says it all.
Post by: robbo1874 on September 27, 2021, 07:24:24 AM
OGS is a terrible manager. Two extremely average midfielders in Fred and McTominay sitting in front of the defence, Sancho on the bench and he seems to have completely ruined Mason Greenwood, who a couple of seasons back I thought was just about the most promising young English player in the Premier League.I haven’t seen much of Greenwood over the last few years as I only watch Them if they’re playing us. I thought he was pretty dangerous looking down their right and probably their biggest threat. From what I saw, he seemed the most likely to score. I’m going to watch it again tonight!
Post by: robbo1874 on September 27, 2021, 07:31:27 AM
Thought the Villa fans were great yesterday, can't remember hearing the United fans once during the match.dunno if we get the same feed on Optus Sport in Aus, maybe we do as someone else mentioned the commentator saying after Spoono Penandes missed that it will probably land inside Villa Park (Elland Rd, probably more likely) but the Villa fans seemed to get louder and louder as the match went on. Great scenes when we scored and at the final whistle.
Post by: robbo1874 on September 27, 2021, 07:35:01 AM
just hope we can carry this form through to the Spurs match. I’ve a $100 bet on with a mate that we’ll finish above them this season. I was pissed when I took it, I think he saw it as easy money at the time, but I didn’t hesitate as I thought they’re one of the teams we need to and will overtake to get around 5th / 6th this season.We definitely don't seem to have that fear factor any more. Previous Villa teams, even some decent Villa teams, played the likes of Man U and you felt we'd lost before kick off.
In the last fifteen months or so we've beaten Arsenal three times, Liverpool, Leicester, Man U, Chelsea and Tottenham. Just need to beat Man City to complete the set.
I'm actually starting to look forward to these games now, mind you, I'm looking forward to every game because I love watching this team play.
Post by: Risso on September 27, 2021, 07:39:37 AM
OGS is a terrible manager. Two extremely average midfielders in Fred and McTominay sitting in front of the defence, Sancho on the bench and he seems to have completely ruined Mason Greenwood, who a couple of seasons back I thought was just about the most promising young English player in the Premier League.I haven’t seen much of Greenwood over the last few years as I only watch Them if they’re playing us. I thought he was pretty dangerous looking down their right and probably their biggest threat. From what I saw, he seemed the most likely to score. I’m going to watch it again tonight!
As well as we played, if Greenwood had squared the ball to Fernandes for an almost certain tap in, we'd have gone in 1-0 down and the match might have been very different after that.
Post by: Ian. on September 27, 2021, 08:12:32 AM
OGS is a terrible manager. Two extremely average midfielders in Fred and McTominay sitting in front of the defence, Sancho on the bench and he seems to have completely ruined Mason Greenwood, who a couple of seasons back I thought was just about the most promising young English player in the Premier League.I haven’t seen much of Greenwood over the last few years as I only watch Them if they’re playing us. I thought he was pretty dangerous looking down their right and probably their biggest threat. From what I saw, he seemed the most likely to score. I’m going to watch it again tonight!
As well as we played, if Greenwood had squared the ball to Fernandes for an almost certain tap in, we'd have gone in 1-0 down and the match might have been very different after that.
That’s football though. The same could be said for Targett’s open goal and also Ollie’s chance which he should have buried.
Post by: nigel on September 27, 2021, 08:26:23 AM
It's hard to accommodate Buendia and Bailey in the 3-5-2. That's my main issue with it.
Disagree. We can slot in Buendia as the attacking midfielder v likes of Burnley, Watford, Newcastle although may upset the balance of the central trio but Buendia can press and get on ball in final third.
Ideally you slot Bailey into 4-3-3 but he certainly has the feel of a player who can burst into forward areas so I think for some games him just off Watkins would frighten many defences to death with Ollie's workrate and pace of Bailey.
We changed players vrs Everton and remained, mainly, 3-5-2
Bailey replaced Targett, and, although different players it was still a straight swap position wise.
It can also be done on the right with Cash.
You could start with Targett and Cash, then finish with Bailey and Buendia.
I do think we have the players to be able to play different formation as and when it suits.
Post by: Mister E on September 27, 2021, 08:57:09 AM
It's not a dogma or religion; just an option. One that's working really well at the moment.
Fair play to all concerned for embracing it and making it work.
Post by: RichardBatchelor on September 27, 2021, 09:39:36 AM
Maybe bringing in Ronaldo wasn't the smartest move.
Just as Ashley Young was for us in my opinion. Great player under MO'N and I love him to bits for that. Somewhat soured by his blatant dive whilst playing for Manchester United. Against us.
Me too. Was thinking about this the other day; how many ex-Villa players can you say have our ‘best wishes?’ Mellberg, definitely. Then look at others; Yorke’s behaviour prior to leaving was pretty poor and then playing for Blues. Southgate talking about wanting to go to a bigger club and then going to Middlesborough. Barry throwing a paddy about wanting to go to Liverpool who then seemingly didn’t seem to really want him. The list goes on.
Quite a few from that era actually, largely because they retired or moved overseas. Angel, Bouma, Laursen, Petrov.
If somebody leaves because they can't get into the first team, has given us years of service and wants one final challenge overseas, or whatever, I generally would wish them well. Anybody who is a permanent fixture in our first XI and moves to another English club, thinking they're better than us - they can fuck off.
I don't mind Ashley Young. He served us well, left us in a dignified manner over ten years ago, and is now a squad player for us. He's not a legend, but I'm happy to have him at the club
I was thinking more in relation to your second point about players moving on to play elsewhere rather than those retiring or aging out. There have been far too many of them who’s behaviour has left a bit of a bad taste. Some more than others.
Agreed on that, Leon. In my lifetime, Yorke, Southgate, Barry, Delph, Grealish are the most notable. I don't wish any of them particular personal ill-will, but I always hope they and their new clubs fail.
I never had a problem with Barry. Gave us great service. I would wish Grealish well if he'd gone abroad. It's the choice of club that stinks.
Post by: Legion on September 27, 2021, 09:41:38 AM
Post by: ChicagoLion on September 27, 2021, 09:42:54 AM
As well as the timing.and him being a disingenuous twat.
Post by: JJ-AV on September 27, 2021, 10:38:00 AM
It's hard to accommodate Buendia and Bailey in the 3-5-2. That's my main issue with it.
Can also just as easily play 3-4-3. Watkins and Bailey either side of Ings. One of the strikers sits one out and Two of Buendia/Bailey/Traore wide of the front-man.
Buendia can also play in the current Ramsey role
Post by: Rory on September 27, 2021, 10:44:04 AM
Maybe bringing in Ronaldo wasn't the smartest move.
Just as Ashley Young was for us in my opinion. Great player under MO'N and I love him to bits for that. Somewhat soured by his blatant dive whilst playing for Manchester United. Against us.
Me too. Was thinking about this the other day; how many ex-Villa players can you say have our ‘best wishes?’ Mellberg, definitely. Then look at others; Yorke’s behaviour prior to leaving was pretty poor and then playing for Blues. Southgate talking about wanting to go to a bigger club and then going to Middlesborough. Barry throwing a paddy about wanting to go to Liverpool who then seemingly didn’t seem to really want him. The list goes on.
Quite a few from that era actually, largely because they retired or moved overseas. Angel, Bouma, Laursen, Petrov.
If somebody leaves because they can't get into the first team, has given us years of service and wants one final challenge overseas, or whatever, I generally would wish them well. Anybody who is a permanent fixture in our first XI and moves to another English club, thinking they're better than us - they can fuck off.
I don't mind Ashley Young. He served us well, left us in a dignified manner over ten years ago, and is now a squad player for us. He's not a legend, but I'm happy to have him at the club
I was thinking more in relation to your second point about players moving on to play elsewhere rather than those retiring or aging out. There have been far too many of them who’s behaviour has left a bit of a bad taste. Some more than others.
Agreed on that, Leon. In my lifetime, Yorke, Southgate, Barry, Delph, Grealish are the most notable. I don't wish any of them particular personal ill-will, but I always hope they and their new clubs fail.
Reckon you could probably add Downing and Steve Hodge to that blacklist.
Hodge wasn't in my lifetime, but I'd completely forgotten Downing.
Post by: Behind Bluenose Lines on September 27, 2021, 10:52:54 AM
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Post by: Archbishop Herbert Cockthrottle on September 27, 2021, 11:25:43 AM
Post by: Sexual Ealing on September 27, 2021, 11:43:46 AM
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Villa deserved Old Trafford triumph
Aston Villa were seriously impressive in a victory that showed courage and talent via a front-to-back team display that augurs well for Dean Smith’s side. The Midlanders had not won at Old Trafford for 12 years and still took the contest to Manchester United at each opportunity as Douglas Luiz and John McGinn probed in midfield and Ollie Watkins and Danny Ings made clever runs to scatter the home defence. If the late headed winner from Kortney Hause made it feel like a smash-and-grab victory, the opposite was true. Sure, United had their chances. Mason Greenwood was a class above before the break but did not score, and Bruno Fernandes missed only his second penalty for the club in 23 attempts, following Hause’s strike. But Smith’s team had their own opportunities, would not be cowed by recent history or the venue, and in Watkins they possess a forward who, if he stays fit, appears to be heading only one way: up.
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2021/sep/27/premier-league-10-talking-points-from-the-weekends-action
Post by: SoccerHQ on September 27, 2021, 11:48:20 AM
It's hard to accommodate Buendia and Bailey in the 3-5-2. That's my main issue with it.
Disagree. We can slot in Buendia as the attacking midfielder v likes of Burnley, Watford, Newcastle although may upset the balance of the central trio but Buendia can press and get on ball in final third.
Ideally you slot Bailey into 4-3-3 but he certainly has the feel of a player who can burst into forward areas so I think for some games him just off Watkins would frighten many defences to death with Ollie's workrate and pace of Bailey.
We changed players vrs Everton and remained, mainly, 3-5-2
Bailey replaced Targett, and, although different players it was still a straight swap position wise.
It can also be done on the right with Cash.
You could start with Targett and Cash, then finish with Bailey and Buendia.
I do think we have the players to be able to play different formation as and when it suits.
I can't see any game this season where we start Bailey as some sort of wing back. He certainly didn't sign to play half the game in our half.
We'll go back to 4-3-3 eventually I'm sure but this formation is working great currently so why change it especially in central midfield which we all viewed as a real problem area three weeks ago and suddenly we look very strong there against top half teams.
Post by: SoccerHQ on September 27, 2021, 11:50:08 AM
Meanwhile over at Talksport, our biggest fan Danny Murphy is wondering why Manure lost, rather than why Villa won... :D
He did say we'd spent the G***lish money very well indeed.
Post by: PaulWinch again on September 27, 2021, 11:52:09 AM
Despite it proving successful already, that piss off nettle licking idiot still can't accept it.
Well everyone thinks he’s being dense about this, even his fellow pundits.
Post by: Drummond on September 27, 2021, 03:24:48 PM
It's hard to accommodate Buendia and Bailey in the 3-5-2. That's my main issue with it.or Traore
I read that in the tune of 'That's Amore!'
Post by: Tayls_7 on September 27, 2021, 03:30:18 PM
It's hard to accommodate Buendia and Bailey in the 3-5-2. That's my main issue with it.or Traore
I read that in the tune of 'That's Amore!'
When the ball hits your head at the back of row Z that's...
Post by: The Edge on September 27, 2021, 03:36:45 PM
Fernández....It's hard to accommodate Buendia and Bailey in the 3-5-2. That's my main issue with it.or Traore
I read that in the tune of 'That's Amore!'
When the ball hits your head at the back of row Z that's...
Post by: Rudy Can't Fail on September 27, 2021, 04:13:15 PM
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Post by: KRS on September 27, 2021, 04:50:29 PM
Post by: malckennedy on September 27, 2021, 05:37:34 PM
Thanks for posting this, I enjoyed every second of it. In particular I loved watching the pot bellied, bearded bloke in the Manc shirt who gestured triumphantly over when the penalty was awarded. His misery was wonderful at the end, but he seemed weirdly reluctant to leave as if he had to complete some kind of penance and soak up every last moment of despair.
Post by: KRS on September 27, 2021, 05:50:35 PM
Post by: VILLA MOLE on September 27, 2021, 06:03:06 PM
Thanks for posting this, I enjoyed every second of it. In particular I loved watching the pot bellied, bearded bloke in the Manc shirt who gestured triumphantly over when the penalty was awarded. His misery was wonderful at the end, but he seemed weirdly reluctant to leave as if he had to complete some kind of penance and soak up every last moment of despair.
A whole new world of goggle box , I liked the petulant young lad giving it the big un with his Dad the jumped up little shit
Post by: thick_mike on September 27, 2021, 06:11:00 PM
Every one of those people filing past at the end was the arsehole at the place they work.
Post by: dave shelley on September 27, 2021, 06:28:33 PM
Every one of those people filing past at the end was the arsehole at the place they work.
They all had faces liked slapped arses after that.
Post by: purpletrousers on September 27, 2021, 06:40:16 PM
Despite it proving successful already, that piss off nettle licking idiot still can't accept it.
Well everyone thinks he’s being dense about this, even his fellow pundits.
I’m amazed he hasn’t quietly dropped it as it’s hilarious he’s increasingly obviously wrong, clearly as stubborn as he is misjudged.
Post by: SoccerHQ on September 27, 2021, 08:15:09 PM
This is a good one of Korts winner.
Also shows how much b***ocks OGS was talking. I froze it when Hause connected with the header and Ollie is nowhere near De Gea who has a perfect view of the ball.
Post by: KRS on September 27, 2021, 08:22:29 PM
Alan Shearer was as bad on MOTD with his dismissive language stating that his line of sight must have been blocked as he was standing in front of him…look at the actual footage! (although he did say the goal should stand and wasn’t offside/interfering with play).
Post by: ChicagoLion on September 27, 2021, 08:27:17 PM
Yeah OGS was talking absolute bolx. I watched it several times over from different angles, and De Gea is clearly preoccupied with Watkins, De Gea pushes Watkins resulting him in bending over slightly with arms out (not holding, pushing or backing in to De Gea), and there is clear line of sight to the ball at all times.Shearer actually agreed the goal was fine and the Leicester one should have stood also.
Alan Shearer was as bad on MOTD with his dismissive language stating that his line of sight must have been blocked as he was standing in front of him…look at the actual footage! (although he did say the goal should stand and wasn’t offside/interfering with play).
Post by: villadelph on September 27, 2021, 09:30:59 PM
This is a good one of Korts winner.
Also shows how much b***ocks OGS was talking. I froze it when Hause connected with the header and Ollie is nowhere near De Gea who has a perfect view of the ball.
Volume warning for those wearing headphones daring to press play. ;D
My god, the away support was deafening!
Post by: Pat McMahon on September 27, 2021, 10:03:10 PM
Gallagher possibly just going with the ref’s on field decision but the logic seemed fair.
Post by: Matt C on September 27, 2021, 10:04:28 PM
Post by: dave shelley on September 27, 2021, 10:15:40 PM
I saw a video earlier of ex ref Dermot Gallagher explaining why the goal was legitimate. An interesting point he made was that by pushing Watkins away De Gea ruled out any chance of him being deemed to be interfering / obstructing.
Gallagher possibly just going with the ref’s on field decision but the logic seemed fair.
What they all seem to be missing in this scenario is, De Gea actually pushes Ollie in the back, if the corner has been taken at that time, then it's a penalty and all the bollocks being spouted is irrelevant.
Post by: amfy on September 27, 2021, 10:22:52 PM
I saw a video earlier of ex ref Dermot Gallagher explaining why the goal was legitimate. An interesting point he made was that by pushing Watkins away De Gea ruled out any chance of him being deemed to be interfering / obstructing.
Gallagher possibly just going with the ref’s on field decision but the logic seemed fair.
What they all seem to be missing in this scenario is, De Gea actually pushes Ollie in the back, if the corner has been taken at that time, then it's a penalty and all the bollocks being spouted is irrelevant.
That has just recently occurred to me too!
Post by: devilla on September 27, 2021, 10:29:36 PM
This is a good one of Korts winner.
Also shows how much b***ocks OGS was talking. I froze it when Hause connected with the header and Ollie is nowhere near De Gea who has a perfect view of the ball.
Volume warning for those wearing headphones daring to press play. ;D
My god, the away support was deafening!
Thanks for posting, great view of the goal. Take that you plastic twats. And yes, I did the same freezing it when Kortney heads it and Ollie is nowhere the keeper.
Post by: Risso on September 27, 2021, 10:35:17 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/kyR14c7/Screenshot-2021-09-27-at-22-32-52.png) (https://ibb.co/kyR14c7)
Yep, agree with the above post, H&VAR has checked it, and Ollie is a good way to the left of De Gea at the exact moment Kortney connects with the header.
Post by: Legion on September 27, 2021, 10:36:17 PM
Post by: Rory on September 27, 2021, 10:46:39 PM
The 'controversy' makes it better for me, given it was against a club who expect every 10/90, 20/80, 30/70 and 40/60 decision to go in their favour, let alone 50/50s.
If it had ricocheted off Phil Jones's hamper of head bandages, 'Fergie's whiskey cabinet and the latest unfortunate female victim of Ryan Giggs's temper, before crawling into the back of the net while Ollie waterboarded De Gea with the assistance of US Navy SEALs and Mr Motivator was distracting the rodentine arms of Bruno Fernandes with the challenge of a 1.5lb kettlebell, it still wouldn't have undone a quarter of the horse shit we've had served up to us over the past 30 years courtesy of those corporate jizz stains and their cretinous band of biased officials.
Post by: Pete3206 on September 27, 2021, 11:30:18 PM
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Post by: devilla on September 27, 2021, 11:58:24 PM
Post by: Rory on September 28, 2021, 12:27:15 AM
Post by: RichardBatchelor on September 28, 2021, 07:34:38 AM
The very notion of consistency is laughable. We have a handball rule where referees, managers, commentators and pundits can all say, with a straight face, "yes it hit the arm, but there's no intent" one week and, "he didn't know much about it, but there's definitely contact" the next.
The 'controversy' makes it better for me, given it was against a club who expect every 10/90, 20/80, 30/70 and 40/60 decision to go in their favour, let alone 50/50s.
If it had ricocheted off Phil Jones's hamper of head bandages, 'Fergie's whiskey cabinet and the latest unfortunate female victim of Ryan Giggs's temper, before crawling into the back of the net while Ollie waterboarded De Gea with the assistance of US Navy SEALs and Mr Motivator was distracting the rodentine arms of Bruno Fernandes with the challenge of a 1.5lb kettlebell, it still wouldn't have undone a quarter of the horse shit we've had served up to us over the past 30 years courtesy of those corporate jizz stains and their cretinous band of biased officials.
Ha ha ha very good. If I were an animator (which I most certainly am not) I think I’d like to recreate that goal. Any takers out there?
Post by: ChicagoLion on September 28, 2021, 08:31:44 AM
Post by: maidstonevillain on September 28, 2021, 08:52:56 AM
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/58694632
Post by: robbo1874 on September 28, 2021, 08:53:55 AM
reads a bit different to the match report he posted post-game. Quite a few Villa fans and even the odd Man Ubsupporter disagreed with his very biased towards Man U take on it.QuoteVilla deserved Old Trafford triumph
Aston Villa were seriously impressive in a victory that showed courage and talent via a front-to-back team display that augurs well for Dean Smith’s side. The Midlanders had not won at Old Trafford for 12 years and still took the contest to Manchester United at each opportunity as Douglas Luiz and John McGinn probed in midfield and Ollie Watkins and Danny Ings made clever runs to scatter the home defence. If the late headed winner from Kortney Hause made it feel like a smash-and-grab victory, the opposite was true. Sure, United had their chances. Mason Greenwood was a class above before the break but did not score, and Bruno Fernandes missed only his second penalty for the club in 23 attempts, following Hause’s strike. But Smith’s team had their own opportunities, would not be cowed by recent history or the venue, and in Watkins they possess a forward who, if he stays fit, appears to be heading only one way: up.
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2021/sep/27/premier-league-10-talking-points-from-the-weekends-action
Post by: maidstonevillain on September 28, 2021, 09:04:31 AM
reads a bit different to the match report he posted post-game. Quite a few Villa fans and even the odd Man Ubsupporter disagreed with his very biased towards Man U take on it.QuoteVilla deserved Old Trafford triumph
Aston Villa were seriously impressive in a victory that showed courage and talent via a front-to-back team display that augurs well for Dean Smith’s side. The Midlanders had not won at Old Trafford for 12 years and still took the contest to Manchester United at each opportunity as Douglas Luiz and John McGinn probed in midfield and Ollie Watkins and Danny Ings made clever runs to scatter the home defence. If the late headed winner from Kortney Hause made it feel like a smash-and-grab victory, the opposite was true. Sure, United had their chances. Mason Greenwood was a class above before the break but did not score, and Bruno Fernandes missed only his second penalty for the club in 23 attempts, following Hause’s strike. But Smith’s team had their own opportunities, would not be cowed by recent history or the venue, and in Watkins they possess a forward who, if he stays fit, appears to be heading only one way: up.
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2021/sep/27/premier-league-10-talking-points-from-the-weekends-action
Although he must have been watching a different Watkins to the one I watched.
Post by: CT Villan on September 28, 2021, 01:39:21 PM
Post by: JD on September 29, 2021, 01:59:34 AM
Classic...
That's brilliant, very funny.
Post by: devilla on October 01, 2021, 12:09:37 AM
When I asked for his thoughts on the result he said the refs hate them and our goal was offside. How on earth he can claim either of those is quite beyond me. Sums them up really.
Post by: dcdavecollett on October 06, 2021, 12:03:59 AM
Lying tw*t!!