Everton 1-2 Aston Villa Post match thread

[Lastfootstamper]

I wonder how many times McManamanaman would have to see a ball played from Mings or Targett directly into the path of a left-drifting Watkins before he works out it's not a "get out of trouble" hoof.

[Brazilian Villain]

How half arsed was the commentary on the Sky highlights? I’m not sure who the lead commentator was, but I don’t think I’ve ever heard their coverage be so disengaged.

Ian Dark, he is the commentator for the US national team.
Complete Dick.

He's no Tommy Smyth.

[Nii Lamptey]

Someone mentioned how biased the commentary was last night. Anyone else notice how quiet they went when Anwar banged in the winner? Could guarantee that if that had been an Everton goal, there would have been much more of a response!
With the whole covid thing and the option of no/fake crowd noise, I think they should start adding a commentary on/off option too…. It’s sickening most of the time.
Ps. Absolutely cracking result last night. Thought Anwar was poor first half, but came into it in the second half. The team have set the benchmark now so more of the same against Man Utd now please. *And Ross went some way to repaying Smith’s faith in him last night. Thought he was excellent… just needs to play like that consistently.

[olaftab]

https://apple.news/Amkp4dqHZQ0GYmiFVz2UguQ

Match report in the Sunday Telegraph.

[Footy-Vill]

Passing accuracy v Everton.

Ross Barkley  90%
Matt Targett 86%
Tyrone Mings 84%
John McGinn 83%
Anwar El Ghazi 81%
Douglas Luiz 80%
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Bertrand Traroe 79%
Ollie Watkins 79%
Matty Cash 77%
Konsa 77%

I feel Konsa has been out of sorts last two matches

[Nev]

Despite plenty of people calling him all the ****** under the sun in the last week, Barclay was OK against Sandwell and good last night. I still wouldn't sign him but if we get something out of him in the last few games then great.

[Clampy]

Also a mention for Mings. He showed how good a defender he is on his day when he's fully switched on.

[Gareth]

Someone mentioned how biased the commentary was last night. Anyone else notice how quiet they went when Anwar banged in the winner? Could guarantee that if that had been an Everton goal, there would have been much more of a response!
With the whole covid thing and the option of no/fake crowd noise, I think they should start adding a commentary on/off option too…. It’s sickening most of the time.

I have a solution for you Nii....it’s called the mute button :-)

[Footy-Vill]

Also a mention for Mings. He showed how good a defender he is on his day when he's fully switched on.

Summary
Yellow Cards Luiz and AEG
Mings most blocks , interceptions and clearances
McGinn most tackles and didn't concede a foul.

For those who like the data (who scored.com)

Most Tackles. 5 John McGinn
2 :Luiz ,Targett ,Traroe
1 :Cash, Barkley, Watkins, AEG 1

Most interceptions. 5:Mings
1: Konsa, Luiz

Most clearances. 6: Mings
4: Konsa
2: Targett
1: Cash, Barkley, Watkins, Davis

Most Blocked Shots Mings 3
2: Konsa
1: Ramsey

Most Fouls. 3: Douglas Luiz
2: AEG,Barkley, Watkins,
1: Targett, Cash ,Davis Traroe

[oldtimernow]

How have we suddenly remembered how to play football? How has Barkley come back from the dead? I'm perplexed but happy with the performance and result.

perhaps he's looking for his next loan deal....return home?

[john e]

I’m worried about john e’s hangover. I decided to not have a drink last night. I drink far too quickly watching the Villa games on tv. I think it’s the nerves.

Thanks for your concern, I’m feeling surprisingly well this morning maybe it’s the result

I’d been out since 2 o’clock and walked back just before kickoff and watched the match in a complete blur
I only knew we’d won because my lad was jumping up and down like a loon

Just caught up on match of the day UTV

[Nunkin1965]

I’m worried about john e’s hangover. I decided to not have a drink last night. I drink far too quickly watching the Villa games on tv. I think it’s the nerves.

Thanks for your concern, I’m feeling surprisingly well this morning maybe it’s the result

I’d been out since 2 o’clock and walked back just before kickoff and watched the match in a complete blur
I only knew we’d won because my lad was jumping up and down like a loon

Just caught up on match of the day UTV

Good that there isn't much sign of a hangover.

Any chance you can try the same routine for the Man Utd game??!

[steamer]

Best performance for months .
Well done, 8,s all round

[VILLA MOLE]

I wonder how many times McManamanaman would have to see a ball played from Mings or Targett directly into the path of a left-drifting Watkins before he works out it's not a "get out of trouble" hoof.

yes i thought that , just because it wasn’t tippy tappy ,  although the build up to anwars goal
was a bit 😀

[Richard E]

Two great goals - excellent persistence from Ollie for the first and then a nice team move ending in a cracking finish for the second. Very very happy with last night.