AJ

Oh, yes. Reality. It really comes down to motivations. For an outsider looking in, particularly an out of work manager, you could see several different things. They could view Villa as too much of a basket case, as not being masochistic enough to sup from this particular poison chalice, being too good for a struggling second division team, or, maybe, they see Villa as something to build, to leave their handprint on, and to potentially impart some form of legacy. Villa is pretty much a reconditioned squad, and with the lack of effort from the current manager, still don't know how to play with each other. This makes me more inclined to lean towards a manager with international experience. Nation managers have to manage players from different countries, different leagues, and different teams over a short period of time, and don't have the luxury of being with them week in, week out. They come in from all over the planet, hang about for a week, play, then sod off back to where they came from, while the manager has to pick his best players and formulate the best tactics for the one or two games they play in that space of time. As for reality, it is quite basic. Don't ask, you get nothing. Ask, and at least you got an answer.

I think we should ask Hiddinck, but everyone is fobbing it off, because he is obviously too good for us. If we ask him, there is a very strong chance he will say no, and then we move on, continue searching. No harm done. But what if we do actually ask him, and he says yes?

I have a hunch he is happy where he is, managing Ireland. He seemed to enjoy managing Villa. He just hated Lerner.

I am really at a loss. He was an important figure with Palace, and plays quite well for Australia, I was excited to see Jedinak come to Villa. I even proclaimed on this thread that I held the slim hope that I could get him to sign my Villa shirt after the Australia vs Japan WCQ. After the diabolical impact he has had so far, I am feeling quite gutted. I am quite confident that he will come out and play his socks off against Japan. I am hoping that he can turn it all around for Villa. Otherwise, I don't know.

Jesus slept

After the shitshow at Preston, I would even be happy with Roy Keane!

I understand how some would say to give him time, and that is fair enough. It was a big ask to take a rebuilt squad, and to get them working together. Also, it would be a shame to see Villa become a club that sacks its manager every few months, because it is hard to progress if there is no stability. However, in giving a manager time, it would be understandable if mistakes are made, but at least they are learning from it and not repeating those mistakes again. This is not what is happening at all.

He had a shocker yesterday, however he is still better than Richards and Lescott combined.

I don't know who this is, but I have instant hatred for this guy. One utter shit human being.

Suarez. Dive monger and should have his teeth pulled.

Rome Population: 2, 869,461 Area: 1285 km2 Villa squad: 11 players, 7 substitutes, for 90 minutes. Yes, he should have more than a day, but the construction is way behind schedule.

Had a very bad game tonight, but is usually good for us. However, at this stage of the season, we need to see improvement, not regression. Over to you RDM. Ffs, manage.

His tactics are giving me Sherwood flashbacks.

I like Jedinak, but I cant defend his performance today. That was awful.

Lets do it. #Oldmenbeatingoff

Peer pressure. Don't underestimate its power. Especially in Jack's position. At that age, generally people are concerned about what other people think of them. Because he is a famous face, if he says no, then they will trot out the old chestnut that he is too good to be seen with them and that fame has gone to his head. Say yes however, no matter his innocence, he is in no control of the yobs around him. Unless something comes out that he has actually done something wrong, I believe he deserves the full benefit of the doubt.

So Jack had a drink. I really don't care. Its legal. he hasn't broken any laws, and he should be right for Saturday. What does grind my gears however, is how the media and some have blown it out of proportion, he may as well shagged some royal corgis, wiped his bum with them, then impaled them on the Windsor Castle gates. But, he didn't do that. He had a drink.

Its a shame that nobody cares who he is or what he thinks, otherwise he would inspire the lads to come out and smash Newcastle off the park on Saturday.

Anything written by Chuck Palahniuk.

Fans from other clubs not liking Liverpool? Uh oh. They will break out the black armbands for that. Really, why don't they just bite the bullet and make the armbands part of their kit?

Just saw the player ratings, and they must have sorted out Villa's on opposite day. Richards our best player?!

I think it is a bit exaggerated to say that Westwood is the worst player at the club. Yes, his defence is horrible and at best non existent, but I do remember him having a few good games for us last season. I stress that, a few, meaning no more than two or three. As for worst player at the club, Richards, Gardner, and Kozak are stronger contenders to fill that role. I agree that he should not be starting games, but should be kept maybe 4th choice? After January of course.

Mine neither. Tim Taylor's Landlord is a good drop though.

I must live a sheltered life. I have never met a Nocastle fan in Australia. Never.

So, like trying to pick up in a nunnery, while under the influence of a developing crack habit?