Brigada 1874

[freethinker]

I notice the anti-fascist symbol in claret and blue colours to the left of the main banner. Whilst I am as opposed to fascism as the next man, there is something about overtly political banners at Villa Park that I find uncomfortable.  I really don't like mixing politics and football. And you can't spell grandad.

[MonsXI]

I notice the anti-fascist symbol in claret and blue colours to the left of the main banner. Whilst I am as opposed to fascism as the next man, there is something about overtly political banners at Villa Park that I find uncomfortable.  I really don't like mixing politics and football. And you can't spell grandad.

We don't like openly fascist managers at Villa park.

Secondly I think you'll find granddad can be spelt both ways check the Oxford English if you don't believe me!  We're not the Green Brigade we can spell!

[Brend'Watkins]

I notice the anti-fascist symbol in claret and blue colours to the left of the main banner. Whilst I am as opposed to fascism as the next man, there is something about overtly political banners at Villa Park that I find uncomfortable.  I really don't like mixing politics and football. And you can't spell grandad.

We don't like openly fascist managers at Villa park.

Secondly I think you'll find granddad can be spelt both ways check the Oxford English if you don't believe me!  We're not the Green Brigade we can spell!

I agree with freethinker.  Stick to what your group are very good at ....creating noise and atmosphere and showing your full support for the club especially when the rest of the ground goes quiet.  Who other clubs choose as their manager is not our concern really.  Even if it's an eejit like Di Canio.

[not3bad]

I notice the anti-fascist symbol in claret and blue colours to the left of the main banner. Whilst I am as opposed to fascism as the next man, there is something about overtly political banners at Villa Park that I find uncomfortable.  I really don't like mixing politics and football. And you can't spell grandad.

We don't like openly fascist managers at Villa park.

Secondly I think you'll find granddad can be spelt both ways check the Oxford English if you don't believe me!  We're not the Green Brigade we can spell!

I agree with freethinker.  Stick to what your group are very good at ....creating noise and atmosphere and showing your full support for the club especially when the rest of the ground goes quiet.  Who other clubs choose as their manager is not our concern really.  Even if it's an eejit like Di Canio.

I disagree with Freethinker.  I thought it was a witty banner that was relevant to the opposition we were playing.  As for restricting the messages that are displayed does that mean any comments on the state of the modern game in banners should also be considered taboo?  If Brigada were displaying overtly political messages in every match that would be different but there's nothing wrong with being a bit topical every now and then.

[freethinker]

I disagree with Freethinker.  I thought it was a witty banner that was relevant to the opposition we were playing.  As for restricting the messages that are displayed does that mean any comments on the state of the modern game in banners should also be considered taboo?  If Brigada were displaying overtly political messages in every match that would be different but there's nothing wrong with being a bit topical every now and then.

Comments on the state of the modern game would be relevant to football. Politics and religion aren't.

[Nev]

I notice the anti-fascist symbol in claret and blue colours to the left of the main banner. Whilst I am as opposed to fascism as the next man, there is something about overtly political banners at Villa Park that I find uncomfortable.  I really don't like mixing politics and football. And you can't spell grandad.

Opposition to Facism is not a new thing where we are concerned and when it rears it's ugly head an overt protest of this kind is to be welcomed.

[pauliewalnuts]

Is opposing fascism politics or just an expression of morality?

[Hillbilly]

I notice the anti-fascist symbol in claret and blue colours to the left of the main banner. Whilst I am as opposed to fascism as the next man, there is something about overtly political banners at Villa Park that I find uncomfortable.  I really don't like mixing politics and football. And you can't spell grandad.

Can't agree in this case. Fascism should be challenged wherever it raises its ugly head. Di Canio is an avowed fascist and his presence sends a bad signal that such views are tolerated. The far right should not for one minute think that football is fertile ground for them again. I remember the NF at matches. Never again.

[not3bad]

I disagree with Freethinker.  I thought it was a witty banner that was relevant to the opposition we were playing.  As for restricting the messages that are displayed does that mean any comments on the state of the modern game in banners should also be considered taboo?  If Brigada were displaying overtly political messages in every match that would be different but there's nothing wrong with being a bit topical every now and then.

Comments on the state of the modern game would be relevant to football. Politics and religion aren't.

As has already been stated, tell that to the NF and the BNP that have tried to use football to their advantage.

[Archbishop Herbert Cockthrottle]

We're Aston Villa, we sit on the fence.

[freethinker]

I disagree with Freethinker.  I thought it was a witty banner that was relevant to the opposition we were playing.  As for restricting the messages that are displayed does that mean any comments on the state of the modern game in banners should also be considered taboo?  If Brigada were displaying overtly political messages in every match that would be different but there's nothing wrong with being a bit topical every now and then.

Comments on the state of the modern game would be relevant to football. Politics and religion aren't.

As has already been stated, tell that to the NF and the BNP that have tried to use football to their advantage.

I wouldn't be happy if I saw a BNP banner at Villa Park. Or a 'Fuck the Poll Tax' banner. Or an anti-war banner. I just don't think it's the time or the place.

[cdbearsfan]

When is the time and place to protest against the decision of Sunderland Football Club to appoint a Fascist as manager?

I'd say a match against Sunderland Football Club is the best bet.

[dave.woodhall]

The poll tax has no relevance to football. The opposition manger being a fascist does.

[Brend'Watkins]

The manner in which the banner is written is I think aimed at Sunderland fans and players.  What say do they have in who is the manager of their club?  If it was the intention to show an anti-fascist remark against Di Canio why not just have something directed purely at him?

[MonsXI]

The manner in which the banner is written is I think aimed at Sunderland fans and players.  What say do they have in who is the manager of their club?  If it was the intention to show an anti-fascist remark against Di Canio why not just have something directed purely at him?

It was a play on a song lyric.