DonRevieTheKing

Our Pontus Jansson is a revelation. A tremendous defender. Haven't seen a player of his quality at Elland Road since 2004. 

Very close game. Periods in the first half where we could consider ourselves lucky not to be behind. Your failure to capitalise and the brilliance of Pontus Jansson kept it 0-0. Different story in the second. Lot more impetus and more adventure to our play and had a goal to show for it- was then your turn to benefit from piece of good fortune when Jansson cracked the bar. We should have really added to to our lead but you came back- very strong options from the bench like McCormack who livened things up for you. Clear penalty to be honest. Cooper was naive at best- our second choice centre back who's a big step down from our first choice. In terms of how the teams compared- a lot of your players namely Ayew looked as though they'd rather be anywhere else. What's noticeable is the lack of team spirit compared to our lot who fist pump and high five with every block made and every corner won. On the balance of play, although it was close the fact we had more clear cut opportunities and were more threatening in our period of dominance, we probably deserved to win. 

What do you think of Grealish?

1 hour ago, Rugeley Villa said:

Your away support is class but it will take something special to get Leeds pulling in over 30k most weeks in this league. I'm with you on Cellino, the bloke is an absolute clearing in the woods. To be honest mate if you don't go up this season then you probably will next as you have the right manager in. Must admit I don't like Leeds but it's a proper football club. All the best with the season but hopefully not at our expense 

Cheers pal. 

26 minutes ago, Grasshopper said:

I like Cellino btw

stands up for himself

take no shit

not scared to make decisions

Mate he's a complete shithouse. Worse than Batesy in my opinion. Utterly bizarre man. Headstrong and naive.

2 hours ago, Rugeley Villa said:

As mad as it might seem yes we are. Must admit I like the look of your team this year. You also have a very good manager who's very progressive and can easily hack the premier league imo. 

A takeover looks imminent as well. Must give Monk a long term contract as he's on a one year contract. The sooner Cellino clears off the better. Credit to Monk- the man's assembled a squad from scratch and he's combined some older heads with some academy products. Very progressive as you say. 12 years in the wilderness has hurt everyone. January is massive- we have to tie down Pontus Jansson, Pablo Hernandez and bring in a backup striker. Elland Road is fast becoming a fortress- unbeaten in 8 there and the crowds are returning- looking to be a home sell out for Rotherham next week. 

1 hour ago, Rugeley Villa said:

Anyway, how do you think Leeds will do against us?

1-1. Tight affair. You're unbeaten at home this season aren't you? 

1 minute ago, Rugeley Villa said:

not sure why Leeds have not had the full allocation but I assume it's a security decision which is stupid tbf. I think we sold 20k season tickets. Our crowds have been good tbf and we will easily average over 30k

Villa, Newcastle, Leeds. The three genuinely big clubs in the league. Forest at a push. Poor support, like but great history. Too many teams are. branded as being big like Sheffield Wednesday, Derby etc. I recall Wednesday averaging 24k in the Premier League and that was in 2000

4 minutes ago, wedge said:

Not sure of the official number mate (one of my fellow posters might be able to help out) but I understand it was well in excess of 20,000.

Impressive that

How many season tickets did you sell this season? By the looks of things, your crowds are holding up nicely after relegation.

2 minutes ago, wedge said:

Have you lot sold your allocation?

Oh aye, small allocation of 2,600 but fair enough lads your ground's going to be close to capacity so why give us lot more.

Terrific turnout that especially for a TV game. Hopefully a good atmosphere. First time at Villa Park in ages. 

How many have you lot sold for the Leeds game? 

I'm a Leeds United supporter and don't worry I'm not here to wind up any Villa fans. Want to join so that I can compare fortunes of the two clubs amd have general conversations about the Beautiful Game and this is especially the case cause we're playing you on Thursday.