sha v Aston Villa Pre Match thread

[VinnieChase84]

2-1, Kodja and Gardner. My prediction for Fulham was spot on...

I think we'll win 1-0 in an uncomfortable affair.

Kodjia will put us in the lead at some point in the second half, followed by us absolutely riding our luck defensively and somehow coming away unscathed (similar to the Wolves second half).

I too have a gut feeling that Gardner will score (im predicting one of his 30 yarders finally finds the net) - even put £10 on him to score
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[AvFc4eVeR]

I think we will nick it 1-0 or 2-1 if we play like we did second half v Fulham.

Neither team will play well and the new manager bounce, small amount of momentum we have and the SB factor will give us the edge.

[cdbearsfan]

Hate these games. The feeling of confidence about us at the minute is also unsettling, although I suppose I'd feel even more worried if we'd just lost the last three.

Just win please Villa, don't care how you do it.

[cdbearsfan]

When was the last time we won 3 on the bounce?

I keep getting 2-2 stuck in my mind

2010.

The third team we beat were...

Birmingham City.

[UK Redsox]

I'll be at Wemberleeee for the NFL. I don't know whether to find a pub for the SHA game or just ignore it

[Phil from the upper holte]

I feel physically sick.

This, I'll be feeling dandy come 3pm sunday

[West Derby Villan]

2-2, Ayew with both

[tomd2103]

I feel physically sick.

I've never understood why people get themselves into this kind of state just because we're playing that rabble. They're not worth it.

It's a big game Clampy, but I think you've got a point.  We've got bigger fish to fry than them this season, whereas this is their season.

[Ads]

Dibble are locking us in after the game. They've spoken to Villa fans allegedly, nobody who has ever been it would seem.

Looking forward to the indescriminate flying bottles over the fence.

[john e]

Dibble are locking us in after the game. They've spoken to Villa fans allegedly, nobody who has ever been it would seem.

Looking forward to the indescriminate flying bottles over the fence.
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we were locked in for well over an hour a few years back ( one of the ones gabby scored late on)
all that happens is the peacemakers and families all go home leaving a load of nutters throthing at the mouth to contend with as you exit

[saunders_heroes]

That lot are still trying to flog tickets for the derby. 4 days before kick off and they still haven't sold out a paltry 23k tickets.

[glasses]

Dibble are locking us in after the game. They've spoken to Villa fans allegedly, nobody who has ever been it would seem.

Looking forward to the indescriminate flying bottles over the fence.
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we were locked in for well over an hour a few years back ( one of the ones gabby scored late on)
all that happens is the peacemakers and families all go home leaving a load of nutters throthing at the mouth to contend with as you exit

I was at said game. I remember being ambushed by a load of bat weilding thugs flying out of a pub wearing balaclavas.

As mentioned, it just gives them a chance to mob up on the sitting ducks, rather than just being able to mingle and make your way home peacefully, like the vast majority in attendance (on both sides) want to do.

[adrenachrome]

Express and Star

Birmingham City v Aston Villa: Police bid to ease tension among rival fans during derby clash


Strict searches and away supporters held back at the final whistle are among measures aimed at easing flash-points at this weekend's derby between Aston Villa and Birmingham City.


PUBLISHED: October 26, 2016 11:40 am LAST UPDATED: October 26, 2016 11:43 am

Police today warned fans to behave as they move to diffuse tension ahead of the highly-charged second city derby on Sunday.

West Midlands Police pleaded with fans to make the match, being held at St Andrews, a trouble-free occasion.

It is the first time that the eagerly-awaited game has been held at the home of Birmingham City in the league for more than five years.

A visible police presence will be in place in and around the ground as part of policing plans to ensure the safety of the public.

The force said, following consultation with fans, away supporters will be held back in the ground for a brief period after the final whistle to assist the flow of people leaving the stadium.

Match commander Chief Inspector Nick Rowe said: “It will be great to see two sets of passionate fans come along and enjoy the spectacle - and atmosphere - of a local derby.

“This is a great occasion and our role is to ensure a safe event for everyone who attends the game.

“The vast majority of supporters are well-behaved but there may be some who see the fixture as an excuse to cause trouble.

“We will not tolerate crime or violence which is connected to football. Anyone who is arrested for football-related matters may face the risk of a banning order which will prevent them from attending future fixtures.”

There will be a police and club search operation at the turnstiles including police sniffer dogs being deployed to ensure pyrotechnic devices such as flares and smoke bombs are not taken into the ground.

[Sexual Ealing]

I'm off for a lovely walk over Wenlock Edge while this drama is playing out as I hate it when I am not at a match. Will return to the car, check the score and then have a cup of tea in the village - followed by a skinful if we win ;-)

The blue remembered hills - I hope this isn't some sort of jinx!

[Comrade Blitz]

Going kayaking all day Saturday so pleased that this is on Sunday and on TV

1-2 Villa