Huddersfield Town v Our Heroes Pre-Match Thread

[garyshawsknee]

Hate to be the prophet of doom, but think our mini run will come to an end. I've been impressed with them when I have seen them, I think they will over run us as SB will set us up to be defensive...but im usually wrong so who knows.

[AVH87]

I think we'll play well going forward, but eventually get worn down by their high-tempo passing game, expect to see them have 70%+ of the ball. 2-1 defeat.

[The Edge]

Hate to be the prophet of doom, but think our mini run will come to an end. I've been impressed with them when I have seen them, I think they will over run us as SB will set us up to be defensive...but im usually wrong so who knows.

It's all about opinions. In my opinion your wrong.
2-1 to the mighty Villa. Less of this defeatist stuff eh guys??
#fight like lions.

[garyshawsknee]

I hope you are right mate. Be a good test to see how much we have improved.

[PeterWithe]

I'd like to see us get at them now the relegation threat has receded. I cant see it mind, think Brucie will set up defensively and hope to pinch one.

I'd take a draw.

[Pete]

I can't make this unfortunately, which is a pity as the ground is walking distance from my house (I can hear the crowd on matchday if the wind's in the right direction).

However...a few tips for any real ale fans as this is probably your best trip of the season. Pity it's not a Saturday fixture. (Note that this advice is unsuitable for those who want somewhere for a 'sing song'. Such behaviour would not be tolerated in these places).

There are two pubs in the station, one at each end. I can't tell you much about the Head of Steam as I haven't been in in years, as the one at the other end, the King's Head, is far superior. Recently restored to something like its Victorian glory. Known locally by its old name, the Station Tavern. Ten ales, all good, between £2.50 and £3.00. I recommend Bradfield Farmers Blonde. Taylor's Landlord is also a regular. One of the guests is generally from Pictish.

Clicky

200 yards from there, the Sportsman. Restored art deco 1930s place. Out of the station you'll see traffic lights in front of you. Turn left, and the pub is just past the railway viaduct. Eight ales, regular is Taylor's Boltmaker. One of the guests is always from Mallinson's, another a porter, most of the others from local breweries. Real cider. Craft beers on keg.

Clicky

Five to ten minute walk further is Magic Rock Brewery Tap. Continue past the Sportsman, cross the ring road, and keep straight on past the retail park. Magic Rock is on the right, opposite the church. As you enter their yard, turn right, the Tap is behind the brewery.Large space. Four casks from £2.50. Ten kegs from £5.00. All beer brewed on the premises, and there are windows so you can see into the brewery. I recommend Cannonball (intensely hoppy IPA, 7.4%), or if you like a things bit sweet and interesting, Custard Pie. This is a collab with an Italian brewer. Wheat beer, flavours of banana, vanilla and pecan nuts. 6.7%. They serve 1/3 pints if you want to have a good old sampling session. This place is my local.

Clicky

Clicky

All of the above are about a 20 minute walk from the ground. If you are driving or don't mind shelling out for £5 taxi rides, the Grove is very popular. I don't go there any more as a) the three above fulfil all my beery needs, b) it's further to walk and more importantly c) I fell out with the landlord.

Especially avoid the Cherry Tree (Wetherspoons) and the Vulcan. These are most definitely home pubs. I've seen away fans in the Vulcan with no problem but am told this isn't always the case, if certain local hoolies are in things can turn nasty.

The ones I've recommended you will find to be welcoming with friendly and approachable locals who are happy to talk football with away fans. Decent behaviour is expected though, obviously. Any questions about anywhere else I'm happy to answer, if I can.

[damon loves JT]

Whatever the result, I hope this is the last time we ever go to Huddersfield Town as underdogs.

[Brend'Watkins]

Are we though?

Let's prove to the country that we have turned a corner and get another win in whatever fashion.

[damon loves JT]

Are we though?

Let's prove to the country that we have turned a corner and get another win in whatever fashion.

I think we are underdogs. We are far below them in the league, with no chance of catching them. We have players out injured and our confidence is brittle.

[Meanwood Villa]

I'm not feeling particularly optimistic about our chances. I'd be over the moon with 4-6 points from the next two games but think it's more likely to be 0-1.

[Pete]

Are we though?

Let's prove to the country that we have turned a corner and get another win in whatever fashion.

I think we are underdogs. We are far below them in the league, with no chance of catching them. We have players out injured and our confidence is brittle.

The bookies have us as underdogs. Huddersfield are about evens, we are more like 3/1.

[Des Little]

I'd snap your hand off for a draw right now.  Of course we are the underdogs here - one look at the table clearly shows it to be the case.

[PeterWithesShin]

We're away to a side 10 places higher and 20 points ahead of us, there's no way we aren't the underdogs. And that's before taking into account how much of our squad is unavailable.

[Brend'Watkins]

I will never see Villa as underdogs to Huddersfield regardless of what division we are in.  I take on board that we are below them and a little fragile on the confidence (but gaining some)front and that the bookies have us at 3/1 or whatever but we are still the Villa.  We have been through a blip but are still a force because of who we are and shouldn't in anyway feel like an underdog going to Huddersfield.

[Clampy]

I think maybe Underdogs is the wrong word. We're not favourites to win obviously.