Aston Villa (H) 4-0 // Post Match Thread

[CosbehFox]

Highlight of last night was at half time when the lad on fan cam was doing gun hand signals for a good thirty seconds 

[Bluetintedspecs]

Great to see some confidence oozing back last night and a comprehensive win.

Regarding the 2 polar camps and some of the comments in the thread, I obviously cannot speak for others, I stated in previous threads that it was obviously concerning and noone likes losing, yet it was no surprise that with a young squad and very key personnel missing in Wilf and Vards a downturn was no real shock.

 

One Swallow doesn't make a summer but it's an extremely timely boost to our UCL chances.

 

Let's try to get behind the lads and push them on and as posters on here drop the pointless and negative bickering.

COYB 

[Stuntman_Mike]

 

2 hours ago, somebum said:

Yes, and I also think gray could be the next Pele

Barnes has taken to the top flight quicker than Vardy did.

 

Did you know Vardy would score close to 100 PL goals when he was on the bench before the great escape started?

[UpTheLeagueFox]

5 hours ago, StanSP said:

Nicely done @UpTheLeagueFox!

 

I couldn't resist... 

 

5 hours ago, Trent Steel said:

I really cant stand Grealish, I know everyone wants him in the England squad for the Euros but I dont.

Played poorly last night, partly because we did a job on him, but I'd have him with us next season in a heartbeat.

 

2 hours ago, urban fox said:

Very impressed with JJ. Real competition now in the FB positions as he can play both sides. Would still keep Fuchs if he is willing to stay on as with Albrighton that experience will be invaluable next term.

Agree with all this. What a signing James Justin looks.

 

PS...In case it hasn't been posted 

 

 

[deep blue]

1 hour ago, Beechey said:

Not to mention that it was Kelechi’s interception that led to the first goal.

Not only did Kelechi make the initial crucial interception, but he then set off like a hare to add support to the attack and was square with Barnes, available for a sideways pass, should he be needed.

 

He put himself in perfect position for Barnes to square it to him for a free shot at the empty net, but was not needed.

 

Yes, he did miss one or two chances, but was unlucky rather than inept (e.g. one of the balls to him was over-strong and was difficult to control, but if he'd got full confidence he might have been able to react in time and just hit it) but I thought his performance was good and selfless.

 

Take the point, though, that Vardy is in a different class as a sharp and ruthless goalscorer.

[urban.spaceman]

7 minutes ago, deep blue said:

Not only did Kelechi make the initial crucial interception, but he then set off like a hare to add support to the attack and was square with Barnes, available for a sideways pass, should he be needed.

 

He put himself in perfect position for Barnes to square it to him for a free shot at the empty net, but was not needed.

 

Yes, he did miss one or two chances, but was unlucky rather than inept (e.g. one of the balls to him was over-strong and was difficult to control, but if he'd got full confidence he might have been able to react in time and just hit it) but I thought his performance was good and selfless.

 

Take the point, though, that Vardy is in a different class as a sharp and ruthless goalscorer.

I did feel for Kelechi, he got into all the right positions and got himself involved when necessary. The Norwich goal being disallowed might have affected his confidence to just trust his instincts and hit it first time. 

[StriderHiryu]

I honestly rate Jack Grealish, but some of these memes are just good to pass up:
 

 

[Col city fan]

Still sore over the cup exit

How did ‘The Villa’ shit-house their way to Wembley?

They are a woeful side...

[Col city fan]

There’s lots of ‘Kelechi-love’ on here at the moment

Can’t see it personally. 
I’m well happy he’s putting in a shift but he’s not going to score us enough goals when Vardy is out. 
I believe a second, top rated striker to be imperative if we finally make it to the Champs league.

[Dahnsouff]

Late lunch. Game on replay. 60th minute.

 

OOH JAMIE VARDY

OOH JAMIE VARDY

Smile, drink coffee, eat lunch. 

[RonnieTodger]

Blows my mind that Reina gets in ahead of Nyland. 

[Tom12345]

7 hours ago, bennytwohats said:

People being a bit quick to wish to see the back of Chilwell. Justin was great last night and deserves to keep his place, but it’s just one game, and Chilwell has hit those heights for us before not too long ago too. I’m hoping a little break and some competition for his place will do Chilwell the world of good and he’ll be back with a bang soon.

Not sure Chilwell had ever defended as well as Justin did last night. 

[lee7]

18 minutes ago, RonnieTodger said:

Blows my mind that Reina gets in ahead of Nyland. 

I agree, crazy decision to drop Nyland for him.

 

Watching Reina in goal for Villa reminds me of times when we have had old goalkeepers as first choice...Schwarzer/Pressman spring to mind... slow to react to everything. 

[Foxaholic ME]

1 minute ago, lee7 said:

I agree, crazy decision to drop Nyland for him.

 

Watching Reina in goal for Villa reminds me of times when we have had old goalkeepers as first choice...Schwarzer/Pressman spring to mind... slow to react to everything. 

Pity he wasnt in fotr the semi final

[mancunianfox]

1 minute ago, lee7 said:

I agree, crazy decision to drop Nyland for him.

 

Watching Reina in goal for Villa reminds me of times when we have had old goalkeepers as first choice...Schwarzer/Pressman spring to mind... slow to react to everything. 

Reina sniffed out the danger leading to the first goal pretty quickly!

[Bayfox]

5 hours ago, murphy said:

Nacho's 6'1"

And runs around about 5ft 4.

[somebum]

1 hour ago, Stuntman_Mike said:

 

Barnes has taken to the top flight quicker than Vardy did.

 

Did you know Vardy would score close to 100 PL goals when he was on the bench before the great escape started?

Obviously not about vardy scoring goals. 

[Bob666]

Great win - confidence came flooding back after the first goal.  Hopefully continues for the rest of this season & beyond.

 

Great to see disappointed Villa fans 

[NotTheMarketLeader]

41 minutes ago, Tom12345 said:

Not sure Chilwell had ever defended as well as Justin did last night. 

Or kicked the ball to where he wanted it to go. 

[KingsX]

Just re-watched the match.  Really struck by the divergence between Maddison’s performance and many FT comments on it.

 

He had considerably more of than ball than any of our other mids, and kept it moving forward.  80% passing including completing ten or a dozen long balls, which is exceptional.  Several deliveries resulting in open attempts on goal (or wastes of same by Iheanacho).  Pressed hard for the entire 90’.

 

He’s improved his physicality (a little) and his stamina (a lot).  He needs to improve more, but what young player doesn’t?  He and Evans were near the top of our Whoscored ratings, behind only the brilliant performances from Barnes, Albrighton and Vardy.

 

 

Some folks seem so focused on what he does wrong.  Yesterday that was almost nothing.  I do not want this boy gone.

[Hales]

2 minutes ago, KingsX said:

Just re-watched the match.  Really struck by the divergence between Maddison’s performance and many FT comments on it.

 

He had considerably more of than ball than any of our other mids, and kept it moving forward.  80% passing including completing ten or a dozen long balls, which is exceptional.  Several deliveries resulting in open attempts on goal (or wastes of same by Iheanacho).  Pressed hard for the entire 90’.

 

He’s improved his physicality (a little) and his stamina (a lot).  He needs to improve more, but what young player doesn’t?  He and Evans were near the top of our Whoscored ratings, behind only the brilliant performances from Barnes, Albrighton and Vardy.

 

 

Some folks seem so focused on what he does wrong.  Yesterday that was almost nothing.  I do not want this boy gone.

Thank you! 👏👏👏

[StriderHiryu]

We're on our Way!

We're on our Way!

To the Champions League,

We're on our Way!

Jonny Evans at the Back! (2x amazing challenges)

Jamie Vardy in Attack! (Clinical finish)
To the Champions League,

We're on our Way!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Edited 10 March 2020 by StriderHiryu

[fuchsntf]

1 hour ago, Tom12345 said:

Not sure Chilwell had ever defended as well as Justin did last night. 

Short memories...!!  Plus he has often defended well,when in avg form,but in same game lost concentration/or lost his player...

Ricardo is well liked,but makes many Errors that fans turn a blind eye, because Hes Not on the Hunted list... 

 

Fbs lot,..they get beaten,they fail to prevent crosses,just like Justin last night...

Chilwell got into and stayed in the England Set up,because HE IS GOOD,but like other City players,has found indifferent form...

Ie..Maguire  Now of Manutd,started below avg...Now Finding some form....!!!

 

But..Like many have mentioed,Justin deserves a  Now longer run even at the cost of Chilwell....

Edited 10 March 2020 by fuchsntf

[fuchsntf]

20 hours ago, Col city fan said:

Still sore over the cup exit

How did ‘The Villa’ shit-house their way to Wembley?

They are a woeful side...

To be fair,their form in the cup,was better,also against us,got the Run of the green,because they shown more commitment,attacking the ball...

Last Night After 2 x 10 minutes,je half,they shower less interest & Grealish was forced deep,or Made runs from too deep...

 

This season,as have seen,Mount,Grealish,Maddison, they all deserve a Run out for England....All 3 will,still have the odd below average game,but over the next 2 seasons,I would Hope they will Pick up on their consistently & improve on their strengths...

.All still young and learning.( One Never stops)

Then Add the young Scot, Gilmore or is it Gilmour..??   The PL has some decent Brits,for the future....D.Ali Wont have it so easy...

Then throw in our own Winger/Striker. Barnes...Maybe We (England) wont be so sterile...!!!

Edited 11 March 2020 by fuchsntf

[LCFOX92]

55 minutes ago, KingsX said:

Just re-watched the match.  Really struck by the divergence between Maddison’s performance and many FT comments on it.

 

He had considerably more of than ball than any of our other mids, and kept it moving forward.  80% passing including completing ten or a dozen long balls, which is exceptional.  Several deliveries resulting in open attempts on goal (or wastes of same by Iheanacho).  Pressed hard for the entire 90’.

 

He’s improved his physicality (a little) and his stamina (a lot).  He needs to improve more, but what young player doesn’t?  He and Evans were near the top of our Whoscored ratings, behind only the brilliant performances from Barnes, Albrighton and Vardy.

 

 

Some folks seem so focused on what he does wrong.  Yesterday that was almost nothing.  I do not want this boy gone.

 

Apart from his set pieces first half i struggle to remember how he effected play also didn't look like he wanted the ball for most of it but 2nd half couldn't really fault him still the 2nd worst performer on the pitch imo. Also i've never used whoscored but the fact they've got Ndidi with a lower score than him says something surely?