VillaFrey

Hey Lads, Newbie on the site. Greetings. I must say PL has been given many different instructions over the past 3 seasons. He also hasn't had the best support staff as well as higher level in Faulkner, this structure has been a problem at Villa for longer than 3 seasons. I think with Keane coming in it really has boosted Lambert's support on a coaching level. We may all be speaking to soon, but i think the management all round may be approaching the right formula. We have all seen what Lambert can do at championship level he knows how to win leagues. Premier league is obviously a different ball game but given time to find his feet and have a stable structure above him could be a really great manager. This season I think he has built a descent squad with options and back-up in most positions. Once Ben is back we have an attacking game plan option with Delph, Westwood and Grealish supporting in the Midfield. When we need a defensive game plan option. We've got a great solid defense, with defensive midfield options like Sanchez as well as hard workers like Cleverly. All a good team needs is some quality built around decent 'squad players' Ferguson showed us that. With quite a solid squad and only the premier league to compete in (No champions league or Carling cup) the squad should carry us through well and be competitive in games against the top 6 that have to concentrate on Europe too and could be leggy at times. I also think younger players that Lambert brought in last season could definitely benefit with the right support players around them. Look at Baker this weekend, he has absolutely shocking last season but look how well he preformed on Saturday. I think Westwood is the same and Bucuna possibly. All round i am satisfied so far this season and I reckon Lambert might find his feet this season and we should keep him a bit longer.

Hello All, I have been reading the forum for far to long without being involved so I thought i'd sign up. My mother was born in Birmingham and immigrated to South Africa when she was 14 with my Grandparents. I have been an avid Villa supporter as long as i can remember. My Grandfather and uncle joined the South African Villa supporters club and one of my fondest memories was when the team came over in '94 (I think) I got my ball signed by the whole team, Mark Bosnich, Daley, Atkinson and Doug Ellis. Still have got the ball. I actually play football for the supporters club on Sundays. It is a pity our country has such a small fan base for Villa supporters but hey they don't know the club's history. Anyway good to be part of such a great club, i'll come over soon and you all can take me to the pub.