Bournemouth v Aston Villa Pre-Match Thread

[Sexual Ealing]

I also like the Black Country accent, the accordion, Jeremy Corbyn, Micah Richards, most female comedians and dancing so you were always going to disagree with me eventually.

[Brazilian Villain]

Have always quite fancied going to a game by boat. If our owners really cared about Villa, they'd build us a decent river,

Maybe not.

[cdbearsfan]

There's never a tsunami when you need one.

[Martyn Smith]

I also like the Black Country accent, the accordion, Jeremy Corbyn, Micah Richards, most female comedians and dancing so you were always going to disagree with me eventually.

I like all but two of those. Well, I don't dislike dancing, it's just that my eurythmics have been likened to the movements of a constipated duck

(The constipated duck won an out-of-court settlement)

[Steve67]

I wonder if SJM will start next to Kamara in the deep lying role tomorrow.  I'm not convinced that Onana does quite the right thing for Emery in the same role. 

[Martyn Smith]

I love old grounds, despite their limitations they retain a historic charm, echoes of the past abound, odd shaped stands, hemmed in locations, splendid frontages and architectural wonders.

Not Selhurst though, it's an absolute fucking hole.

It's the Arthur Wait. The other 3 stands are OK. I did hear that they are planning on rebuilding it. If you're towards the back it's like looking at the pitch through a letterbox

[ldavfc4eva]

Still struggling to see why we bought Onana, especially for £50m. He has potential and reminds me of prime Pogba at times with his long stride but just doesn’t seem to fit.

Struggle is for me it’s Kamara first and then either Tielemans or him alongside, so Onana is always second choice there, so seems we paid a premium for him and he has ended up with being a squad player

[PaulWinch again]

He hasn’t fully integrated yet, but he showed on Saturday what he can be. When he came on he, both, did a great job of sweeping in front of the defence, and carried the ball into the final third. None of our other players really do that. Plus he’s a very useful option for set pieces, and scores the odd belter. He can be a big player for us, but it’s just been a bit stop start this year.

[cdbearsfan]

He's getting better all the time and he's still a babby. No need to worry about him, IMO.

[VillaTim]

For our record signing i think he's been a disappointment. Started the season so well . I can see why some Everton fans were delighted with the business now .

[PaulWinch again]

Yep if you look at this short-term I can see that. But he’s shown how key he can be. Bit of time and faith.

[VillaTim]

Agree , but top end Prem etc , time and faith are generally in short supply , especially if the end of season targets aren't met. Hopefully he steps up now he has his chance , 3 massive games ahead .

[cdbearsfan]

Agree , but top end Prem etc , time and faith are generally in short supply

Well, sure. But, on balance, Chelsea probably regret not being a bit more patient with Salah and De Bruyne.

[VillaTim]

Agree , but top end Prem etc , time and faith are generally in short supply

Well, sure. But, on balance, Chelsea probably regret not being a bit more patient with Salah and De Bruyne.

They didn't pay big money for them did they , I take your point though, Onana warrants another season , no choice really given what we paid .

[Clampy]

I've been there twice. In Sir Graham's promotion season (Redknapp was their manager) and the last time we won with Gestede's header. We might need to change our style with Youri out which might scupper their game plan. 1-2. Ollie and Malen.