Petrov banner banned from Villa park

[frank black]

I can't see why it's banned. I'm sure you won't have any trouble finding a block of empty seats for the flag this season ;-)

(unless of course we sign some exciting players)

[frank black]

I'm probably going to be ripped to pieces for this but do we really need to do the 19th minute applause this season? I totally understood it last season and Petrov knows were all fully behind him, continuing to do it is all abit Liverpool.

I think you have a point

Couldn't agree more.  Falls into the same category as those floral tributes you see tied to lamp posts at the scene of an accident, which some people feel the urge to replenish months and even years after the incident.  Much as I sympathise, I wouldn't want it outside my front door.  You've paid your respects, now move on.

Not quite the same. Stan's still here to witness the support. Keep it up please folks. I'm sure Stan appreciates it.

[Chris Smith]

Perhaps those complaining wanted to witness the tribute and feel part of it themselves which they wouldn't hidden behind a dirty great sheet.

[Hookeysmith]

One other minor factor that may have been missed

behind the flag in the far corner is one of only 2 entrance / exits from lower to upper Holte end (it is used before and after games for Stewards to get to the steward room). It is a condition of all stadiums that all entrances and exits have to be clear and visible at all times (I know i know elf and safety gorn mad) but it could also have been a contributor

I will find out next game

[Percy McCarthy]

One minute not long after the game starts is nothing like as bad as having your view obscured by all the selfish sods who ruin the often vital last ten minutes of every game by running off home to their wives. Perhaps they should be banned.

If any of the complainants or their apologists are early leavers they've got a fucking cheek.

[The Situation]

I'm probably going to be ripped to pieces for this but do we really need to do the 19th minute applause this season? I totally understood it last season and Petrov knows were all fully behind him, continuing to do it is all abit Liverpool.

Logged into post that you're a moron for making such a post.

"continuing to do it is all abit Liverpool" - what the hell does that even mean? It's about doing the right thing and showing respect for our captain.

And for the banner itself... It could of been designed better. It doesnt bother me too much that people did complain - it may be only for a minute but the people who conplained don't want pay for a ticket to get your view of the field blocked at some point, but you've got to understand this is a football stadium not the ballet.  Hopefully thee club will allow a new banner which can be hung across with the other banners at the Holte End. I personally wouldn't of complained and made a fuss because it wouldn't have bothered me at all.

[luke25]

I'm probably going to be ripped to pieces for this but do we really need to do the 19th minute applause this season? I totally understood it last season and Petrov knows were all fully behind him, continuing to do it is all abit Liverpool.

Logged into post that you're a moron for making such a post.

"continuing to do it is all abit Liverpool" - what the hell does that even mean? It's about doing the right thing and showing respect for our captain.

I'm a moron and your a fucking drama queen. Now is the time to let the bloke get on with his recovery in a dignified and quiet manner, he knows, we know and the rest of the country knows that we've backed him and will continue to back him through out it, we don't need to show it at every available opportunity as the Scousers do.

[PeterWithesShin]

Let's leave the personal insults out please lads.

[The Situation]

I'm probably going to be ripped to pieces for this but do we really need to do the 19th minute applause this season? I totally understood it last season and Petrov knows were all fully behind him, continuing to do it is all abit Liverpool.

Logged into post that you're a moron for making such a post.

"continuing to do it is all abit Liverpool" - what the hell does that even mean? It's about doing the right thing and showing respect for our captain.

I'm a moron and your a fucking drama queen. Now is the time to let the bloke get on with his recovery in a dignified and quiet manner, he knows, we know and the rest of the country knows that we've backed him and will continue to back him through out it, we don't need to show it at every available opportunity as the Scousers do.

You just don't get it.

I'm sure if Stan doesn't like it he'd say so. I'm sorry it offends you so much though, clapping and chanting a players name is obviously too much for you.

[luke25]

I'm probably going to be ripped to pieces for this but do we really need to do the 19th minute applause this season? I totally understood it last season and Petrov knows were all fully behind him, continuing to do it is all abit Liverpool.

Logged into post that you're a moron for making such a post.

"continuing to do it is all abit Liverpool" - what the hell does that even mean? It's about doing the right thing and showing respect for our captain.

I'm a moron and your a fucking drama queen. Now is the time to let the bloke get on with his recovery in a dignified and quiet manner, he knows, we know and the rest of the country knows that we've backed him and will continue to back him through out it, we don't need to show it at every available opportunity as the Scousers do.

You just don't get it.

I'm sure if Stan doesn't like it he'd say so. I'm sorry it offends you so much though, clapping and chanting a players name is obviously too much for you.

Yes because thats exactly what i'm saying. Jesus.

[The Laminator]

Mind you, on the evidence of recent seasons, the chances of that banner obscuring your view of a goal when hung out for one minute every match will be pretty tiny

The chances of missing a Villa goal if the banner was hung at home games for the 19th minute over the whole season is well over 20%. That's based on last season's abysmal record of only scoring 22 goals at home. It doesn't factor in the "boost" factor i.e. the additional adrenalin production in the 19th minute due to the increased applause that leads to a higher player performance level and therefore a greater likelihood of a goal.

Allegedly the BBB (barmy banner ban) is not merely down to the fact that it obstructs the view of some fans. There were also complaints that there was way too much space between the T and the A of STAN and that the O's were much too thick.

[pauliewalnuts]

Mind you, on the evidence of recent seasons, the chances of that banner obscuring your view of a goal when hung out for one minute every match will be pretty tiny

The chances of missing a Villa goal if the banner was hung at home games for the 19th minute over the whole season is well over 20%. That's based on last season's abysmal record of only scoring 22 goals at home. It doesn't factor in the "boost" factor i.e. the additional adrenalin production in the 19th minute due to the increased applause that leads to a higher player performance level and therefore a greater likelihood of a goal.

Allegedly the BBB (barmy banner ban) is not merely down to the fact that it obstructs the view of some fans. There were also complaints that there was way too much space between the T and the A of STAN and that the O's were much too thick.

The day we start to dispense with the basics of typography is the day we might as well give up, to be honest.

[Irish villain]

I sat at the very back of the Holte in L8 on my second trip to Villa Park. We lost 1-0 to Sunderland in March 2008.

As for the banner, I'm sure a smaller one that doesn't restrict views will soon emerge as a replacement....

[Phil from the upper holte]

I'd have complained, smashing banner, cracking effort but its blocking someone's view for a whole minute.

[Flamingo Lane]

Please - this really gets to me I'm afraid - it should be "I wouldn't have complained" - not "I wouldn't of complained."