Aston Villa v Chelsea Post-Match Thread

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[brontebilly]

That attack just before our second - the attack that led to the corner, where Rashford played through Malen was really good.

Agreed, Malen had a strong cameo but needs a goal. He's had a few of those chances with his left foot for us, Wolves comes to mind, but no elevation on the shot. Strong with his back to goal tonight. Bailey was good too.

[Small Rodent]

Who would have thought 5 years ago we would see Asensio score 2 goals in a Villa shirt!

[N'ZMAV]

I like Malen too - he's a great option.

[Dave]

Caught the last ten minutes popping into a Butlins sports bar.

Five stars, would recommend.

[rougegorge]

I didn't think we were terrible in the first half. We weren't great for the first 20 minutes but then created several good openings and chances.

Maatsen was all at sea in the first half, but was better once Rashford came on and occupied Gusto which meant we were more on the front foot. That is where our strength lies, certainly not at the back.

Asensio played well although I think his designated position impacted on Rogers.

I felt sorry for Mings although his passing was poor, but well done to Bogarde when he came on.

[KevinGage]

That attack just before our second - the attack that led to the corner, where Rashford played through Malen was really good.

Agreed, Malen had a strong cameo but needs a goal. He's had a few of those chances with his left foot for us, Wolves comes to mind, but no elevation on the shot. Strong with his back to goal tonight. Bailey was good too.

That goal incorrectly given offside against the Tatters would've got him up and running.

Net that, and I reckon he'd be on 2/3 now already.

[Chip Butty 111]

A great week considering we are missing our first choice DM's, Kamara and Onana, and Mings is clearly still struggling after his injury. Rashfords directness and Asensio's quality give us more options up front, and Malen is looking a decent buy, a major upgrade on Philogene. Bogarde did well again. 5th is still on if we can defend with some consistency, Disasi is crucial to us as Mings looks likely to break down in each match unfortunately.

[kippaxvilla2]

Imagine what we would be like with no injuries.

[ADVILLAFAN]

Second game in a row, where substitutes have made a huge difference. Lovely to have such a strong bench.

Surely a matter of time before Malan scores.

[Clampy]

First half we wasn't great but other than their goal, neither were they. Much better second half, Rashford made a huge difference not just with his play but we stretched them a bit. Shout out to Bogarde who did really well again which was just as well because Mings didn't look fit from the off. Fernandez for them was great as well.

This season is not over yet boys and girls.

[VillaTim]

Bogarde looks a good player. Can see why Emery hasn't sent him to Hull/Middlesbrough etc

My son said to me, he’s the most versatile player we’ve for, so true, something very classy about him.

Rashford was superb today.

Percy posted about our warriors in the middle, so true. Youri didnt have his best game, but my God has he been the glue this season and SJM, wow!

Last 35 mins they all really went into overtime . The subs were huge . Rashford with his pace and quick feet is a level above what we have had, Malen is also fast and looks a great signing already . Ascensio great awareness and skill . Bogarde that tackle on Neto got me up on my feet , superb . Tielemans and McGinn that second half were brilliant . They all wanted it . Was great to see . Possibly the most satisfying win of the season.

[Percy McCarthy]

I live beating these bastards. I don’t know a single Chelsea fan who isn’t a racist, Farage loving Trumpanzee.

Same.

Two of the four I know are black. Two really lovely blokes (one African so I don’t mind who he supports, the other one a Brummie who’s brother plays for Livingston). One of the white ones I’d put money on being dead (crackhead I haven’t seen for years - really funny guy though), and the other white one is always off work with his mental health.

Funnily enough the one who got murdered down the Blues in the seventies was a black geezer as well, a Rasta from Small Heath. The bloke who did it was from Chelmsley. He’s dead now too, I knew his brother.

Some tangential shit there, sorry.

[shirley_villan]

Always got told that Chelsea had a big following in Worcester. No idea why but would love to know if that’s true?

[eamonn]

Bogarde looks a good player. Can see why Emery hasn't sent him to Hull/Middlesbrough etc

No one should be sent to those places least of all our Dirk.