Aston Villa v Brentford Match Thread

[Risso]

Handbrake off, 442, no McGinn, loads of energy. Keep it up

Looks more like 4-2-3-1

[Rudy Can't Fail]

I think most knew this squad was full of talent, now we're finally getting to see it. Excellent half. Crisp passing, movement, pressing, it's a delight to watch.

[PaulTheVillan]

Handbrake off, 442, no McGinn, loads of energy. Keep it up

Looks more like 4-2-3-1

Watkins does like he’s playing wide right of the 3

[john e]

I don't think it was just Gerrard's selections and tactics that were the problem.

That team wasn't playing for him.

100% I said exactly that after that Fulham match

[Baldy]

Yes, yes just fucking yes.

[pauliewalnuts]

I hope that was our bad half.

[Toronto Villa]

Watkins is playing wide right and it has taken much of the pressure and focus off him. He’s linked the play really well. Ings is a natural finisher and he’s run the middle really well. I expect Cam to come on for Ings in the second half. Coutinho for Bailey or Buendia. Same shape and system.

[Matt C]

Interesting stat - this is the first time Bailey, Buendia & Ings have all started together since they joined.

[SamTheMouse]

I don't think it was just Gerrard's selections and tactics that were the problem.

That team wasn't playing for him.

100% I said exactly that after that Fulham match

Just noticed you said it two posts before me, too!  I can't keep up!

[PaulWinch again]

Handbrake off, 442, no McGinn, loads of energy. Keep it up

Looks more like 4-2-3-1

It is and it’s what lots have said would work with this squad. There’s various players who can come in and out of that system.

[Scott Nielsen]

Handbrake off, 442, no McGinn, loads of energy. Keep it up

Looks more like 4-2-3-1

Definitely 4-2-3-1

[PaulTheVillan]

Couple of changes for them. We need to adapt quickly if they get on top

[SamTheMouse]

It'll be interesting if one of Luiz or Dendoncker has to go off. By rights, Nakamba should come on at that point.

[Proposition Joe]

The Brentford kit reminds me of Bozzie's old Asics keeper jersey.

[Brazilian Villain]

Interesting stat - this is the first time Bailey, Buendia & Ings have all started together since they joined.

That's surprising, clearly working so far.