Aston Villa v Chelsea Match Thread

[mal]

We've done okay. The kids are trying to get it down and play which is good. Collins and Warnock have tried to force it long from the back a few times which has been disappointing but expected.

I like Lichaj, he's looked decent and his throws are a threat too. Have him over Hutton any day.
Warnocks been okay. Baker looks a little uncertain but he's made some good blocks. We just miss Carlos.
Why can't Collins head a bloody ball properly in the opposition box? Annoying.

Gabby's been okay. Weimann is struggling to get in the game. I'd be tempted to sacrifice him for another midfielder, maybe a wide man.
Bannan is forcing the play a bit too much sometimes. He's tried a couple of Hollywoods when a simple pass and keeping it would be better.
Ireland excellent.
Gardners been decent as well but is better in the middle. I'd be tempted through Barry on the left and Gardner on the right unles we bring on a wideman.

However, most importantly, we're putting the work in. Stan will be proud.

I think you've called it about right, Tom.

We've done okay. The kids are trying to get it down and play which is good. Collins and Warnock have tried to force it long from the back a few times which has been disappointing but expected.

I like Lichaj, he's looked decent and his throws are a threat too. Have him over Hutton any day.
Warnocks been okay. Baker looks a little uncertain but he's made some good blocks. We just miss Carlos.
Why can't Collins head a bloody ball properly in the opposition box? Annoying.

Gabby's been okay. Weimann is struggling to get in the game. I'd be tempted to sacrifice him for another midfielder, maybe a wide man.
Bannan is forcing the play a bit too much sometimes. He's tried a couple of Hollywoods when a simple pass and keeping it would be better.
Ireland excellent.
Gardners been decent as well but is better in the middle. I'd be tempted through Barry on the left and Gardner on the right unles we bring on a wideman.

However, most importantly, we're putting the work in. Stan will be proud.

I think you've called it about right, Tom.

Wouldnt argue, bar Ireland being responsible for the goal.

[Fergal]

Chelsea will score more when they want to score more. We are shit.

We have eight first choice players injured and found out yesterday that our captain would likely have to retire having been diagnosed with a life-threatening illness.

What exactly were you expecting, Brazil 1970?

Indeed...

[Fergal]

How did the 19th minute go?

[Toronto Villa]

I like Gabby's chances versus Cahill. Need to test that out.

[achilles]

Chelsea will score more when they want to score more. We are shit.

I tend to agree, we aren't shit but Chelsea will score again if they have too, playing well within themselves.

[Mister E]

Chelsea will score more when they want to score more. We are shit.

Some people's expectations of this rookie side really are bizarre.

[Toronto Villa]

How did the 19th minute go?

Very well indeed by the entire ground

[Toronto Villa]

Much better from the kids

[Mister E]

Great ball retention there - encouraging.

[Chicago_Villa]

Nice start to this half...

[Fergal]

How did the 19th minute go?

Very well indeed by the entire ground

Good, even Chelsea?

[Rigadon]

Not a fan of the loooooong throw.  Reminds me of Stoke.

[Toronto Villa]

Chelsea will score more when they want to score more. We are shit.

Some people's expectations of this rookie side really are bizarre.

That might need to be late entry as dumb post of the year. Lot of contenders this year in that category.

[Toronto Villa]

How did the 19th minute go?

Very well indeed by the entire ground

Good, even Chelsea?

Yes

[Chicago_Villa]

Not a fan of the loooooong throw.  Reminds me of Stoke.

Which is ok when you have Crouch