AVFC statement - McLeish sacked.

[Toronto Villa]

Shay Given insists under-fire Aston Villa boss Alex McLeish still retains the support of the dressing room.

And the Republic of Ireland goalkeeper insists it is up to everyone to take responsibility for the club's current plight.

Given told BBC Radio Five Live: "Every manager in the Premier League's job is on the line but obviously we're under a bit of pressure and Alex is under a bit of pressure.

"But we have got to take responsibility ourselves, players and staff alike.

"Does McLeish still have dressing room support? Yes of course he does, he's a fantastic manager and we're all right behind him but we'd obviously like results to be better this season."

Come on Shay, 'fantastic'? Really?

Typical footballer hyperbole.

agreed. I'd read nothing into that. File in the "what else was he going to say when asked" category

Ask for our mate Emile, I think he should convert to a CB to end his career somewhere. Like Dion Dublin did quite successfully.

[Dave Clark Five]

What access to AM does DC5 have?

No more than anyone else.

So it was an imaginary conversation then?

Not at all.

[Dave Clark Five]

Come on DC5, spill the beans then.

Leaving us hanging after that set up really isn't cricket you know.

We know that others read this thread so to divulge anything material to the playing side would be detrimental to ourselves. I can report that Alex McLeish and Sid are both in good spirits. We are quite confident about the Spurs game.

We? You making an appearance at center half?

Not with my knees.

[James]

Come on DC5, spill the beans then.

Leaving us hanging after that set up really isn't cricket you know.

We know that others read this thread so to divulge anything material to the playing side would be detrimental to ourselves. I can report that Alex McLeish and Sid are both in good spirits. We are quite confident about the Spurs game.

We? You making an appearance at center half?

Not with my knees.

Well, with who's then? 

[Damo70]

Harry will probably not be in charge for the villa game as he will either be sacked or he will walk due to some contract problems.  Spurs players will be shocked and wont want to play hence giving us a great chance of getting 3 points!  woohoo!

Even if they don't turn up I'd still bet on 0-0.

I hope your not thinking of putting your house on it. I would hate to see someone lose their home due to a Warnock own goal.

[mike]

What access to AM does DC5 have?

No more than anyone else.

So it was an imaginary conversation then?

Not at all.

I'm actually not trying to be awkward, just interested to know how you are privy to our manager's thoughts. Not entirely unreasonable.

[Mazrim]

He spoke to him and Sid at last nights awards I'm guessing.

[mike]

He spoke to him and Sid at last nights awards I'm guessing.

Ok. Don't think I could have said anything polite to him. Dave must be a true diplomat!

[Chipsticks]

I will give you several shiny pennies, Dave McLark Five, if you are willing to part with this information. It's driving me bonkers.

[Dave Clark Five]

I did speak to them at the awards dinner and it was my impression that they were upbeat from the way they spoke and what they said.

[VillaAlways]

I did speak to them at the awards dinner and it was my impression that they were upbeat from the way they spoke and what they said.

You wouldn't expect them to be anything else really.I still think he'll be on his way

[PaulWinch again]

Shay Given insists under-fire Aston Villa boss Alex McLeish still retains the support of the dressing room.

And the Republic of Ireland goalkeeper insists it is up to everyone to take responsibility for the club's current plight.

Given told BBC Radio Five Live: "Every manager in the Premier League's job is on the line but obviously we're under a bit of pressure and Alex is under a bit of pressure.

"But we have got to take responsibility ourselves, players and staff alike.

"Does McLeish still have dressing room support? Yes of course he does, he's a fantastic manager and we're all right behind him but we'd obviously like results to be better this season."

Come on Shay, 'fantastic'? Really?

Typical footballer hyperbole.

agreed. I'd read nothing into that. File in the "what else was he going to say when asked" category

Ask for our mate Emile, I think he should convert to a CB to end his career somewhere. Like Dion Dublin did quite successfully.

Yep very typical. I'll just be happy when Mcleish as gone, because I've seen enough this season that he will never ever be able to change his ways.

[PeterWithesShin]

I did speak to them at the awards dinner and it was my impression that they were upbeat from the way they spoke and what they said.

You wouldn't expect them to be anything else really.I still think he'll be on his way

Players/officials in being positive about the club to fans shocker.

It's not as though they would say they are bricking it and are terrified of going down are they. Same as AM isn't going to tell everyone he is on his way.

[villajk]

On twitter from McLeish out:

 Out Day 3rd update & Charity Donation #avfc
MAY 1, 2012
Well I am delighted to inform you that the 4 large banners have arrived today and that final order has gone in for 20,000 flyers.  A big thank you to everybody that has donated and also to 2shy2buy.net for making a significant contribution to the day.

We do however now have some cash left over and was thinking of donating it to the Pedal for Petrov charity.  If you have donated and are happy for us to do that please leave a comment.  Also you will able to see what we have donated to them on their website as it publishes all donations. 

Thanks again for all your help

remember we need help to get the 20,000 distributed aswell still!

[Dave Clark Five]

I did speak to them at the awards dinner and it was my impression that they were upbeat from the way they spoke and what they said.

You wouldn't expect them to be anything else really.I still think he'll be on his way

Players/officials in being positive about the club to fans shocker.

It's not as though they would say they are bricking it and are terrified of going down are they. Same as AM isn't going to tell everyone he is on his way.

Just thought I would try to bring something to lighten the gloom on this thread. Never mind.