Does anyone know of a bar in Barcelona that might be showing this?
I am over for this game and am meeting a college mate who is Bournemouth fan. I am going to suggest the Sacred Heart Club for a pint which I have always found friendly enough and I think I have seen away fans in there. Where would be a good place for him to park? Is there anywhere closer than Star City? I park down beside Motorpoint but it is a bit hit and miss. He has two kids with him so needs somewhere that will defffo have a space. Appreciate any pointers here
Does anyone know of a bar in Barcelona that might be showing this?Try Flahertys Irish bar, not far from La Rambla. I've seen a game in there before. They appear to be showing Wolves Dirty Leeds but you could call and ask https://pflaherty.com/
I couldnt inflict the Motorpoint post match on anyone. Not even sure why I do it to myself!I am over for this game and am meeting a college mate who is Bournemouth fan. I am going to suggest the Sacred Heart Club for a pint which I have always found friendly enough and I think I have seen away fans in there. Where would be a good place for him to park? Is there anywhere closer than Star City? I park down beside Motorpoint but it is a bit hit and miss. He has two kids with him so needs somewhere that will defffo have a space. Appreciate any pointers here
The Power League is closer than Star City, but you’d still be the wrong side of VP for the Sacred Heart, and would be looking at a good half an hour walk at least. Do King Edward’s School do match day parking, as that’s close by? That whole side is a right nightmare after the game.
Does anyone know of a bar in Barcelona that might be showing this?Try Flahertys Irish bar, not far from La Rambla. I've seen a game in there before. They appear to be showing Wolves Dirty Leeds but you could call and ask https://pflaherty.com/
More here https://www.barcelona-life.com/barcelona/sports-bars
You've also got Dunne's on the Via Laetana. They don't have the Villa game on their website calendar but once again if there are no Wolves/Leeds fans in why wouldn't they put the Villa on? https://dunnesirishbar.com/live-sport/Does anyone know of a bar in Barcelona that might be showing this?Try Flahertys Irish bar, not far from La Rambla. I've seen a game in there before. They appear to be showing Wolves Dirty Leeds but you could call and ask https://pflaherty.com/
More here https://www.barcelona-life.com/barcelona/sports-bars
Cheers BE!
This fixture always brings to mind our 3rd division meeting in front of a packed VP!My first game, I was 11 still the loudest crowd at a game I have ever attended.
We owe them for our opening day defeat this season. Hopefully Ollie can maintain his goal scoring form. It would be nice for Mings to get his 1st goal of the season against these. 3 points please lads! UTV!
I think this might be the game Ollie gets a brace.
We've lost all three home games against them in their Premier League seasons haven't we? I was at the first game back over promotion - we conceded a penalty after about 2 mins didn't we? Luiz scored a screamer consolation.
As for Saturday I hope we win and keep up momentum but we are Villa so wouldn't be surprised with a bad result. Optimistically I'll go for a 2-1 win, Watkins and Traore goals.
I am over for this game and am meeting a college mate who is Bournemouth fan. I am going to suggest the Sacred Heart Club for a pint which I have always found friendly enough and I think I have seen away fans in there. Where would be a good place for him to park? Is there anywhere closer than Star City? I park down beside Motorpoint but it is a bit hit and miss. He has two kids with him so needs somewhere that will defffo have a space. Appreciate any pointers here
We've lost all three home games against them in their Premier League seasons haven't we? I was at the first game back over promotion - we conceded a penalty after about 2 mins didn't we? Luiz scored a screamer consolation.
As for Saturday I hope we win and keep up momentum but we are Villa so wouldn't be surprised with a bad result. Optimistically I'll go for a 2-1 win, Watkins and Traore goals.
We're not that Villa any more.
Maybe a mod could pin this?They never work on a Tuesday, but an Australian based mod will pin it shortly I think.
Maybe a mod could pin this?They never work on a Tuesday, but an Australian based mod will pin it shortly I think.
Don't forget no trains Saturday
I am over for this game and am meeting a college mate who is Bournemouth fan. I am going to suggest the Sacred Heart Club for a pint which I have always found friendly enough and I think I have seen away fans in there. Where would be a good place for him to park? Is there anywhere closer than Star City? I park down beside Motorpoint but it is a bit hit and miss. He has two kids with him so needs somewhere that will defffo have a space. Appreciate any pointers here
I used to park on Albert Rd outside Mansfield School. Get there early as it does fill up
Only a 5-10 min walk to ground and you walk past the Sacred Heart
They ran Arsenal really close and beat Liverpool, they are going down fighting and this will be tough. Need to get a grip of that big git Billing in the middle and Mings and Konsa need to be on it against Solanke. 3-1, with the third coming late to settle the nerves (Watkins 2, McGinn).
Watkins to score a couple, Southgate to leave him out of the England squad.Good. Having our players in or around the England squad never does us any good. See Platt, Southgate himself and Grealish. Even Hendrie came back thinking he was billy big bollocks.
Hopefully Donks back to have a physical tussle with Billing, we’d be able to move McGinn back to the right then. Agree about Bailey, either Traore or Duran to start for me.They ran Arsenal really close and beat Liverpool, they are going down fighting and this will be tough. Need to get a grip of that big git Billing in the middle and Mings and Konsa need to be on it against Solanke. 3-1, with the third coming late to settle the nerves (Watkins 2, McGinn).
The ease in which they bullied us in the season opener was embarrassing. Is that Welsh clogger injured up front? I'm a bit concerned about us here. I'm expecting the likes of Solanke will try and target Konsa physically and without the ball they will try and press our CBs hard with the ball. We did well defending set pieces in the main v WHU but need to try and avoid them where possible here.
Be patient, play through the lines and expose why these guys are down at the bottom of the table. Absolutely no way to Bailey starting. If Kamara isn't back then give Traore a go.
This will be tough with Bournemouth scrapping against relegation. They did well against Liverpool last weekend with their counter attacking game. They're pacy down the wings so we need to guard against this. I think it might be 1-1. Kamara missing is a problem in midfield, hopefully Dendoncker is fit.....
Watkins to score a couple, Southgate to leave him out of the England squad.
Watkins to score a couple, Southgate to leave him out of the England squad.
And Mings will keep a clean sheet but "Conor Coady is a great player and leader"
They're in the bottom three for a reason, and have won the grand total of 3 games in their last 17. They've drawn 3 as well, and lost the rest. We've got to get after teams like this from the start and hand out a lesson. Of course the result is all important, but I'd like to see a good, attacking performance for a change. 3-0.
11 single tickets left. Its a disgrace.
Was our last win against them the Gestede winner at the start of 2015/16?
Hopefully we do it this time, although they've played well in their last 2 matches.
Didn't know where to put this, so put it here.
Today on Countdown (I know) Pat Nevin said that Villa Park had the biggest 'playing area' in the Premier League. Craven Cottage has the smallest.
There is approximately 850 meters of extra playing space between the two pitches!!
I found that stat amazing.
As we play half of our matches at home, we must really utilise the extra space to our advantage!!
Pat seems to be incorrect on this one. https://worldsoccertalk.com/news/top-20-biggest-pitches-in-the-premier-league-20071022-CMS-1048.html
Didn't seem right to me that Villa Park had the biggest pitch as I was sure it would have come up before.
Didn't know where to put this, so put it here.
Today on Countdown (I know) Pat Nevin said that Villa Park had the biggest 'playing area' in the Premier League. Craven Cottage has the smallest.
There is approximately 850 meters of extra playing space between the two pitches!!
I found that stat amazing.
As we play half of our matches at home, we must really utilise the extra space to our advantage!!
On a technical point, they did yards. I believe it equates to about 700m². About the size of a penalty area. And a bit.
Pat seems to be incorrect on this one. https://worldsoccertalk.com/news/top-20-biggest-pitches-in-the-premier-league-20071022-CMS-1048.html
Didn't seem right to me that Villa Park had the biggest pitch as I was sure it would have come up before.
Cheers Brazilian Villa, I think your link is a bit out of date. Hull, Swansea, Stoke, Cardiff etc
We need a resident statistician to check this out.
You know anyone?
Pat seems to be incorrect on this one. https://worldsoccertalk.com/news/top-20-biggest-pitches-in-the-premier-league-20071022-CMS-1048.html
Didn't seem right to me that Villa Park had the biggest pitch as I was sure it would have come up before.
Cheers Brazilian Villa, I think your link is a bit out of date. Hull, Swansea, Stoke, Cardiff etc
We need a resident statistician to check this out.
You know anyone?
https://sqaf.club/premier-league-pitch-sizes/
This seasons pitch dimensions, numbers seem to be about right compared to what Nevin said.
Don't start with Leon please
No more bogey team 3 0
Exeter, Plymouth, Bournemouth, Southampton, Portsmouth, Brighton...Yes they historically haven't achieved so much.
Exeter, Plymouth, Bournemouth, Southampton, Portsmouth, Brighton...Yes they historically haven't achieved so much.
I think the climate, geographic and other interests and culture of the area coast sets them away from being a Football powerhouse.
I think the very fact Brighton are achieving in their project as the owner targeted gap in the region of England. Less competition in the area and close to London
Exeter, Plymouth, Bournemouth, Southampton, Portsmouth, Brighton...Yes they historically haven't achieved so much.
I think the climate, geographic and other interests and culture of the area coast sets them away from being a Football powerhouse.
I think the very fact Brighton are achieving in their project as the owner targeted gap in the region of England. Less competition in the area and close to London
Their owner is a Brighton fan, born in Brighton and whose grandad was a director of the club.
I am over for this game and am meeting a college mate who is Bournemouth fan. I am going to suggest the Sacred Heart Club for a pint which I have always found friendly enough and I think I have seen away fans in there. Where would be a good place for him to park? Is there anywhere closer than Star City? I park down beside Motorpoint but it is a bit hit and miss. He has two kids with him so needs somewhere that will defffo have a space. Appreciate any pointers here
The Power League is closer than Star City, but you’d still be the wrong side of VP for the Sacred Heart, and would be looking at a good half an hour walk at least. Do King Edward’s School do match day parking, as that’s close by? That whole side is a right nightmare after the game.
It's an interesting topic, footy. I suspect there's a number of factors, you're probably right that having a warmer climate and sunny beaches probably has had an effect the development of the game. Perhaps more so would be the high population density in the more industrialised areas, improvements in working conditions giving those workers more usable time off, and the development of the rail network making it easier to travel longer distances in a reasonable timeframe (something I suspect would've stunted the growth of the game in the south-west - simply that it wasn't feasible for Bournemouth-based players to travel to away matches against Burnley for most of the 19th century)Exeter, Plymouth, Bournemouth, Southampton, Portsmouth, Brighton...Yes they historically haven't achieved so much.
I think the climate, geographic and other interests and culture of the area coast sets them away from being a Football powerhouse.
I think the very fact Brighton are achieving in their project as the owner targeted gap in the region of England. Less competition in the area and close to London
Exeter, Plymouth, Bournemouth, Southampton, Portsmouth, Brighton...Yes they historically haven't achieved so much.
I think the climate, geographic and other interests and culture of the area coast sets them away from being a Football powerhouse.
I think the very fact Brighton are achieving in their project as the owner targeted gap in the region of England. Less competition in the area and close to London
Their owner is a Brighton fan, born in Brighton and whose grandad was a director of the club.
Exeter, Plymouth, Bournemouth, Southampton, Portsmouth, Brighton...
Exeter, Plymouth, Bournemouth, Southampton, Portsmouth, Brighton...
How could you forget Torquay?
Exeter, Plymouth, Bournemouth, Southampton, Portsmouth, Brighton...
How could you forget Torquay?
And Yeovil
Exeter, Plymouth, Bournemouth, Southampton, Portsmouth, Brighton...
How could you forget Torquay?
And Yeovil
Not really near the sea that one.
Exeter, Plymouth, Bournemouth, Southampton, Portsmouth, Brighton...
How could you forget Torquay?
And Yeovil
Not really near the sea that one.
Ideal game for Carlos to return if reasonably fit for 60-70 mins. I don't fancy Konsa's chances against some of their cloggers anyway in the physical contests which they will target. Stick Carlos in next to Mings and see how he goes. Can always swap him out for Konsa late on. Same for the Donk too, he can deal with Bilings and let Luiz focus on getting us playing. Cash was so bad he should be dropped, they will target those cross field balls into the channel all day otherwise.
Match them physically and our quality will tell. 2-0 win. Wouldn't mind seeing Traore given another spin, hopefully has passed out Bailey as likely first attacking sub.
-------------Martinez
Young, Carlos, Mings, Moreno
-----------Luiz, Donk
McGinn, Buendia, Ramsey
-----------Watkins
They're in the bottom three for a reason, and have won the grand total of 3 games in their last 17. They've drawn 3 as well, and lost the rest. We've got to get after teams like this from the start and hand out a lesson. Of course the result is all important, but I'd like to see a good, attacking performance for a change. 3-0.
Don't start with Leon please
No more bogey team 3 0
Could Young start instead of him?
More Villa fans will be at this fixture than any other fixture so far this season. 16 left in the Trinity, but we're selling tickets in P9-P11 too, above the away fans.
More Villa fans will be at this fixture than any other fixture so far this season. 16 left in the Trinity, but we're selling tickets in P9-P11 too, above the away fans.
More Villa fans will be at this fixture than any other fixture so far this season. 16 left in the Trinity, but we're selling tickets in P9-P11 too, above the away fans.
Have they just gone on sale do you know?
The site is just showing A3 and A5 for sale. But tickets are for sale in P9-P11 for supporters with a booking history by calling the ticket office on 0333 323 1874
Appalling. We'll never fill a 50,000 stadium etc, etc.
Well that's a shitty trinity of news.It's not the best :(
I thought he'd agreed last weekend that he was going to try to throw a bit less digital diarrhea around, but here we are with it splattered all over the very next match thread.Noted. Sorry! Won't go on.
That's a great stat!Didn't know where to put this, so put it here.
Today on Countdown (I know) Pat Nevin said that Villa Park had the biggest 'playing area' in the Premier League. Craven Cottage has the smallest.
There is approximately 850 meters of extra playing space between the two pitches!!
I found that stat amazing.
As we play half of our matches at home, we must really utilise the extra space to our advantage!!
On a technical point, they did yards. I believe it equates to about 700m². About the size of a penalty area. And a bit.
Exeter, Plymouth, Bournemouth, Southampton, Portsmouth, Brighton...Yes they historically haven't achieved so much.
I think the climate, geographic and other interests and culture of the area coast sets them away from being a Football powerhouse.
I think the very fact Brighton are achieving in their project as the owner targeted gap in the region of England. Less competition in the area and close to London
Their owner is a Brighton fan, born in Brighton and whose grandad was a director of the club.
I'm going to Chelsea v Villa through a contact. I always find their ground very small and I think it isn't fit for Champions League. Villa Park is far superior.
I'm going to Chelsea v Villa through a contact. I always find their ground very small and I think it isn't fit for Champions League. Villa Park is far superior.
Enjoy the game (and London). Just don't do one of those vlogs. ;)
Enjoy the game Footy. Hope we win, cannot stand that club.
I'd just like a nice comfortable win where we control the game from start to finish and there are no twitchy bum moments. Pretty please.
I'm going for an early Villa goal and finishing 3-0.
Enjoy the game Footy. Hope we win, cannot stand that club.
I reckon footy should be given his own thread.
If Chelsea lose 0-1 to Everton and we win 8-0 today then we go into 10th place. FTF!£1 on that double.
If Chelsea lose 0-1 to Everton and we win 8-0 today then we go into 10th place. FTF!
A win today plus a win against Chelsea next game with Fulham losing their next game to Newton Heath will see us in 9th. Piece of piss!
As a 100% travelling away fan I desperately want them to go down. They shouldn't be in the Premier League with a ground the size of Walsall and it wouldn't be allowed if they had stayed up instead of yo yoing.
As a 100% travelling away fan I desperately want them to go down. They shouldn't be in the Premier League with a ground the size of Walsall and it wouldn't be allowed if they had stayed up instead of yo yoing.
Ah! Well whomever they are playing next in the league then.A win today plus a win against Chelsea next game with Fulham losing their next game to Newton Heath will see us in 9th. Piece of piss!
If only....Man U v Fulham is in the cup
On Bournemouth recent form well I have a developed theory, they had to step up their game and appreciate the opportunities to play against Arsenal and Liverpool, and they were able to deliver unexpected performances and outcomes. They won't be able to work at their best because they will be worn out. Liverpool had their sights set on Madrid, so they had an early start at the other end of the nation.
With a 3 p.m. kickoff at the magnificent Villa Park and Unai demanding a performance and implementation of his plan, there is really only one possible outcome.
Between Emery and their inexperienced manager, I believe there can be only one winner today. By theory the experienced manager at a regular kick off time at home will comfortably win.
I care more about performance than the final result
Although I believe there is a chance for five goals and two to three from Watkins.
I'm hoping we overcome the curse of Rob Jones, as Villa never ever have won a Premier League match when he is the referee.
But it's the performance that is most of interest to me
Up The Villa!
This is the first match for Emerys Aston Villa against a newly promoted side. Signs are good for a positive scoreline.On Bournemouth recent form well I have a developed theory, they had to step up their game and appreciate the opportunities to play against Arsenal and Liverpool, and they were able to deliver unexpected performances and outcomes. They won't be able to work at their best because they will be worn out. Liverpool had their sights set on Madrid, so they had an early start at the other end of the nation.
With a 3 p.m. kickoff at the magnificent Villa Park and Unai demanding a performance and implementation of his plan, there is really only one possible outcome.
Between Emery and their inexperienced manager, I believe there can be only one winner today. By theory the experienced manager at a regular kick off time at home will comfortably win.
I care more about performance than the final result
Although I believe there is a chance for five goals and two to three from Watkins.
I'm hoping we overcome the curse of Rob Jones, as Villa never ever have won a Premier League match when he is the referee.
But it's the performance that is most of interest to me
Up The Villa!
Hi Footy-Vill, the last 10 times we have played a newly promoted team we have only won twice!! Pathetic.
I trust Unai will set this right. Today, I would settle for 3 points regardless of the performance.
Thank You.I'm going to Chelsea v Villa through a contact. I always find their ground very small and I think it isn't fit for Champions League. Villa Park is far superior.
Enjoy the game (and London). Just don't do one of those vlogs. ;)
I care more about performance than the final result...it's the performance that is most of interest to meIf we lose, you should go on the post-match thread and say this.
This is the first match for Emerys Aston Villa against a newly promoted side. Signs are good for a positive scoreline.On Bournemouth recent form well I have a developed theory, they had to step up their game and appreciate the opportunities to play against Arsenal and Liverpool, and they were able to deliver unexpected performances and outcomes. They won't be able to work at their best because they will be worn out. Liverpool had their sights set on Madrid, so they had an early start at the other end of the nation.
With a 3 p.m. kickoff at the magnificent Villa Park and Unai demanding a performance and implementation of his plan, there is really only one possible outcome.
Between Emery and their inexperienced manager, I believe there can be only one winner today. By theory the experienced manager at a regular kick off time at home will comfortably win.
I care more about performance than the final result
Although I believe there is a chance for five goals and two to three from Watkins.
I'm hoping we overcome the curse of Rob Jones, as Villa never ever have won a Premier League match when he is the referee.
But it's the performance that is most of interest to me
Up The Villa!
Hi Footy-Vill, the last 10 times we have played a newly promoted team we have only won twice!! Pathetic.
I trust Unai will set this right. Today, I would settle for 3 points regardless of the performance.
Unai Emery record at home vs promoted teams premier league
played 4 won 3 draw 1 Scored 10 Against 5.
1-1 Wolves
4-1 Fulham
2-1 Cardiff
3-2 Aston Villa
Unai Emery record against Bournemouth at home
Played 2 Won 2
1-0 and 5-1