Remi Garde - Departs Aston Villa

[exiled on the wirral!]

I don't think Bacuna was any worse than anyone else yesterday.

Don't agree, even under the conditions of yesterday's omnishambles, he stood out as an atrocious excuse for a footballer.  Richards ran him a close second, mind.

I feel it's wrong to single people out after that utter shambolic performance because they should all take a share of the blame but if I was forced to pick one, it would be Richards. I had no idea where he was meant to be playing as he strayed out of position that much it was untrue. There was one moment where he lost the ball in the middle of the park, then just stood there with arms out without making any attempt to get back into position. It might explain Bacuna's performance as I presume he's was the one who was meant to be covering him when he went awol up the pitch, which he did nearly all game.

My frustration with Bacuna is his inability to get the ball of the ground when he is trying to cross the ball..ever. For a proffesional footballer to be unable to do even that simple task is incredible.I don't believe that he lacks effort..he is just a very poor footballer.

[Olof's Beard]

Bacuna was a bag of nerves made worse by the booing.  Richards was my Mandy of the Match because most of the others do seem to care a bit (very little bit in Lescott's case) but Richards clearly does not give a shit.

Richards made one of the most half arsed attempts to beat and then close down the opponent I have ever seen. It was in the second half, up by their byline. The guy barely broke into a sprint all game. You know someone is taking the piss when they offer absolutely nothing going forward but yet are constantly caught out of position at the back.

Remi keeps taking him off, I think he has his number but has had to play a bit nice because we've needed him. I wouldn't be surprised to see him dropped now though.

[Tayls_7]

None of our lads made Garth Crook's Team of the Week. I've checked. You're welcome. 

[VillaAlways]

None of our lads made Garth Crook's Team of the Week. I've checked. You're welcome. 

That made me smile for the first time today

[pbavfckuwait]

My frustration with Bacunna is that he is a professional footballer and even worse making a living out of Randy Lerner FC

[Risso]

I don't think Bacuna was any worse than anyone else yesterday.

Don't agree, even under the conditions of yesterday's omnishambles, he stood out as an atrocious excuse for a footballer.  Richards ran him a close second, mind.

I feel it's wrong to single people out after that utter shambolic performance because they should all take a share of the blame but if I was forced to pick one, it would be Richards. I had no idea where he was meant to be playing as he strayed out of position that much it was untrue. There was one moment where he lost the ball in the middle of the park, then just stood there with arms out without making any attempt to get back into position. It might explain Bacuna's performance as I presume he's was the one who was meant to be covering him when he went awol up the pitch, which he did nearly all game.

Fair point Clampy.  Richards deserves more of the blame thinking about it.  Bacuna is just an incredibly poor footballer, but I suppose that that isn't really his fault, and I wouldn't actually accuse him of not trying, he's just rubbish.  Richards on the other hand, is experienced, has played for some top clubs, and is supposed to be our captain, but has made it crystal clear that he can't be arsed.  The fact that he's as bad as Bacuna isn't down to talent I don't think, but is entirely down to poor attitude.

[wince]

People doubting Garde: one constant in the 3 managers in a year is that our players have been shit, has-beens or never wills. If you dont back the manager then this shit will happen. I do strongly believe that Lerner is deliberatly cutting back so that the expenditure of the club will be lower in the championship. Yes, I know that he put his own money in but no matter who manages us, if we are just expected to make money and cling on to life by buying the cheapest option, then we are doomed and will end up sinking without a trace. To many non-football/villa people on the board, too many business men and a team that is demoralised, weak and devoid of options. Garde was not the best option but was likely the only option we had. I feel sorry for him and hope him the best when he finally walks away

[LeeB]

I don't think Bacuna was any worse than anyone else yesterday.

Don't agree, even under the conditions of yesterday's omnishambles, he stood out as an atrocious excuse for a footballer.  Richards ran him a close second, mind.

I feel it's wrong to single people out after that utter shambolic performance because they should all take a share of the blame but if I was forced to pick one, it would be Richards. I had no idea where he was meant to be playing as he strayed out of position that much it was untrue. There was one moment where he lost the ball in the middle of the park, then just stood there with arms out without making any attempt to get back into position. It might explain Bacuna's performance as I presume he's was the one who was meant to be covering him when he went awol up the pitch, which he did nearly all game.

Fair point Clampy.  Richards deserves more of the blame thinking about it.  Bacuna is just an incredibly poor footballer, but I suppose that that isn't really his fault, and I wouldn't actually accuse him of not trying, he's just rubbish.  Richards on the other hand, is experienced, has played for some top clubs, and is supposed to be our captain, but has made it crystal clear that he can't be arsed.  The fact that he's as bad as Bacuna isn't down to talent I don't think, but is entirely down to poor attitude.

It's really hard not to draw that conclusion on what I see too. Wanker.

[papa lazarou]

Accepting that Garde inherited a load of dross, one constant is that with four managers I have regularly watched professional footballers that are incapable of making space, making themselves available for a pass, helping a team mate in trouble. We constantly see a player getting crowded and losing possession because there's nobody available. They stroll around watching as if it's not their job. Even if they are piss poor, this is a basic tactic and it is still happening.

[thegreatdane]

The amount of stick Remi Garde is getting today from fans on social media! Really?

What would people of liked to see yesterday? What change of tactics or different lineup?

Yesterday is nothing to do with the manager! Commitment and Pride can also win you games when you are playing against the 'bigger' teams and if we had an ounce of pride we could of took something against them! Can anyone really say they played well?

[Dave]

This needs a new thread?

Nope

[Steve67]

Ta Dave.

Garde must take some responsibility too. Not to blame in terms of the players he has, but he does need to motivate and organize the team.

[OzVilla]

I think some of these shysters are beyond motivating though. They just don't give a shit.

They want to be paid first and foremost and everything else is a distant second with our 2 club captains Richards and Gabby leading the way.

[thegreatdane]

I think some of these shysters are beyond motivating though. They just don't give a shit.

They want to be paid first and foremost and everything else is a distant second with our 2 club captains Richards and Gabby leading the way.

100% agreed! Well said!

Some of these useless tw*ts can not be motivated! They dont care!

Can not wait till a clear out, get the kids on the field for the rest of the season!

[OzVilla]

Personally, I wouldn't let the kids anywhere near this car crash. Let the overpaid prima donnas make fools of themselves for the rest of the season to the derision of all around.

If they put in a good performance where they show some fight and pride then great. If they don't they can get slaughtered.