Aston Villa v Only Rotherham United Post-Match Thread

[tomd2103]

The post match walk back to the car Trinity Road in the sunshine felt good today!  Can't criticise a single player today and although it was only Rotherham, it was very encouraging.  Thought Elphick and Chester looked like they had been playing for some time rather than a couple of days.  Tshibola had a good game in midfield and Grealish showed some lovely touches at times as did McCormack, though he still looks to be lacking that bit of sharpness.  Gestede took his goals well (the header in particular) and Ayew looked dangerous.  I'd also give a mention to Bacuna and Cissokho who had solid games at full-back.  As I said, only Rotherham, but something to build on.

One thing I noticed that I really liked was that after the game Ayew seemed to be having a bit of a sulk on the touchline.  Elphick saw him and told him to get on and applaud the fans and he came on. 

[Somniloquism]

Interesting stats from the game according to the beeb.  Rotherham had 51% of the game and 9 shots on target.  I think we still need to tighten up in areas but this feels much more positive and gives us something to build on.  Huddersfield will be a tougher test but I think we have too much for them. Great to see Traore back in the squad.

9 shots, 1 on target. TBH possession can be a false stat, for example we had 56% against Luton and Huddersfield had 35% today. It will be interesting how much the defence of Elphick AND Chester make  a difference now when we don't have the ball.

[andyh]

A lovely, lovely ROUTINE 3 - 0 home win.

And I must say, Tshibola was absolutely immense, man of the match by a mile.

[Monty]

A lovely, lovely ROUTINE 3 - 0 home win.

And I must say, Tshibola was absolutely immense, man of the match by a mile.

That's good to hear!

[dave.woodhall]

Sorry; couldn't resist the title edit.

[Ducksworthy]

Any chance of a link to 3rd goal for us in far flung territories?

do what I did Neil. Google Hola VPN and add the extension to Google Chrome. Then go the Sky Sports link above and when you are told not allowed to watch there will be a little Hola icon in the top right and unblock UK. It shows the highlights after that.

Just be sure to turn it properly off when not using it or it can slow your connection down as others reciprocate. I use it to watch American Netflix as there's so much other stuff on there - cracking add on!

[Toronto Villa]

Any chance of a link to 3rd goal for us in far flung territories?

do what I did Neil. Google Hola VPN and add the extension to Google Chrome. Then go the Sky Sports link above and when you are told not allowed to watch there will be a little Hola icon in the top right and unblock UK. It shows the highlights after that.

Just be sure to turn it properly off when not using it or it can slow your connection down as others reciprocate. I use it to watch American Netflix as there's so much other stuff on there - cracking add on!

Thanks for tip sir. Much appreciated.

[saunders_heroes]

Can't remember the last time I've left Villa Park in a good mood. Well done Villa, excellent win.
Like the look of the new players and we have the basis of a decent team with a chance of promotion. A few more signings and we'll be back where we belong next season!

[four fornicholl]

Sorry; couldn't resist the title edit.

Only a joke I know, but we shouldn't start patronising any clubs yet, theres an awfully long way to go.

[brian green]

Stuck at Brum International. In addition to all the foregoing praise, how good it was to see Tommy Elphick talking to the referee.  We have not had a captain doing that for years.  It settles the players who don't go kamikaze and it stops the ref going into anti Villa mode. Wonderful captain. Wonderful day.  Perfect day to be thrown off a train with a dud ticket a hundred miles from home.

[PeterWithesShin]

If we get some confidence behind us we'll do some real damage to this division, especially attackwise. You could see the players improve after we scored. Rudy was laying off one touch passes, Ayew was terrifying them, even Sisko was doing some nice stuff.

[Somniloquism]

Sorry; couldn't resist the title edit.

Only a joke I know, but we shouldn't start patronising any clubs yet, theres an awfully long way to go.

I think Dave is pointing out the posts on here and elsewhere that state "I know it was only Rotherham but....", not having a pop at the club himself.

[Somniloquism]

Stuck at Brum International. In addition to all the foregoing praise, how good it was to see Tommy Elphick talking to the referee.  We have not had a captain doing that for years.  It settles the players who don't go kamikaze and it stops the ref going into anti Villa mode. Wonderful captain. Wonderful day.  Perfect day to be thrown off a train with a dud ticket a hundred miles from home.

Mr Green the fare dodger?!?

[SamTheMouse]

I'm in a good mood on a Saturday evening. This has become such a rare occurrence, Mrs Mouse is suspicious.

[four fornicholl]

Sorry; couldn't resist the title edit.

Only a joke I know, but we shouldn't start patronising any clubs yet, theres an awfully long way to go.

I think Dave is pointing out the posts on here and elsewhere that state "I know it was only Rotherham but....", not having a pop at the club himself.

Either way, we are not in a position to call out clubs one way or the other.