Stoobs

https://news.stv.tv/sport/theres-two-dundees-akinola-ready-for-united-start-after-mix-up

Think this player is a Villa fan in disguise after some thinking our new signing was from Dundee. 

On 19/01/2022 at 21:17, MWARLEY2 said:

Its the hidden strengths of McGinn that make him worth £50 mill to us. As Gerrard said. His personality and character stand out in the dressing room. He is the glue that keeps everyone together.  But every player has a price. It would have to be a bid that took into account his importance at the training ground as well as on the pitch. 

I agree. Players like McGinn, his personality, his desire, adds about 5 million to the value of every other player in that dressing room. 

On 17/01/2022 at 13:54, villabromsgrove said:

I've just gone onto the Red Cafe forum and they've started a thread on John McGinn. It's only a page and a bit so far, but it made me chuckle.

Poster1: Why does this club have to sign English players?

Poster2: Ignorant post, he's Irish.

Poster3: Northern Irish!

I just hope Welshmen up and down the country aren’t offended by their ignorance. 

I love SJM. He is reason why Villa is now under my skin. I don’t think he should be automatic starter though. I think competition for places is going to improve him and everyone. Give this time, it might not be instant, but Villa are going places. Gerrard ain’t managing Liverpool anytime soon but he won’t leave Villa unless results are terrible and that simply won’t happen. Within 3 years, we are a top 6 club. 

1 minute ago, S-Platt said:

Us lads in our 40s know The Arabs and remember their European Escapades in the 80s.   Tannadice and Dens Park are across the road from each other closest grounds in the UK if not Europe maybe?

Think we signed Andy Gray from Dundee Utd in the 70s but before my time.  Hopefully Kerr Smith has the same success with Villa.

City of discovery and home of The Beano and Dandy! 

Arbroath are my Scottish team though  

 

Brilliant. Arbroath are going great guns. Think most of Scotland are hoping they hang on and make it into top league. 

https://www.nottheoldfirm.com/analysis/dundee-united-and-their-100-record-against-barcelona/
 

I know United fans are a proud lot and get slightly peeved when they are referred to as Dundee. As a Scot, I loved United’s success in Europe during 80’s. Unbelievably unlucky not to reach European Cup Final in 1984 after beating Roma 2-0 in first leg at home only to lose 3-0 away thanks to a dodgy ref. Then in 1987, they reached UEFA Cup Final. Amazing club. Great fans. Really hope Smith hits the ground running and becomes big success. Andy Robertson hasn’t done too badly coming down from Dundee United, albeit via Hull. 

11 minutes ago, Stoobs said:

Another proper club. Brilliant. 

We are also linked by the Villa communications chap Tommy Jordan. He has house in Kilbarchan which is 3 miles from St.Mirren Park. Thanks to him, my boy got his video message and SJM Villa strip. Finlay has now converted his whole class, well almost, to Villa fans. 3 or 4 who say they love Man U because of Ronaldo. Weirdos. 

3 minutes ago, Adam2003 said:

You’ll be pleased to know I look out for St Mirren now because of SJM.

Another proper club. Brilliant. 

2 minutes ago, Stoobs said:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Jn2JSx_ieSkNE_lCP8_JN1MLWj0ne1bb/view?usp=drivesdk

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qvp5_IIIAWgsbYYUkQrh2voRFCz-hRqQ/view?usp=drivesdk

12 minutes ago, Stoobs said:

I am Villa 100% now. Even if SJM moved on. They have got under my skin now and I love the club. A proper club. Proper fans. Nothing plastic about Villa and an incredible history. My 9 year old has Villa strip and SJM actually sent him a video message thanks to the head of communications at Villa Park who actually stays close to us in Paisley. Would love it if some Villa fans would look out for St.Mirren results. That’s where SJM made his name. Hibs improved him again but he was built by us. Anyway, I shouldn’t post whilst drinking a bottle of port. UTV and COYS. 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Jn2JSx_ieSkNE_lCP8_JN1MLWj0ne1bb/view?usp=drivesdk

Just now, Stoobs said:

7 years ago today. Misty eyed. 

Sorry. 8 years ago. It’s 2022….lol

7 years ago today. Misty eyed. 

See to be fair, VAR, shocking decisions aside, Villa have been magnificent here. Making them look third rate. 

Luiz is like a man short tonight. 

I think Watkins is an energetic, willing and committed front man but he isn’t predatory. 

I think there might be a major shock here……..I fancy Manure might win this. 

12 minutes ago, nick76 said:

Pinched this pic from the Everton forum, don’t know where they got it from but good to view if credible, last seasons comparable with Robertson.  Another poster had said Digne was shit at defending and somebody replied with this.

 

Can’t believe Klopp didnt get rid of that dud Robertson and sign Digne in his place. Looks like he is twice the player Robertson is based on those stats. 

2 hours ago, AshVilla said:

I'm more interested in his brother Wayne.

I've heard he can be a right handful.

 

Wayne Smith

1 hour ago, villaslash said:

Love this and think his big heart is another reason he’s so great to have at Villa.

Its reminding me when we used to have Acorns on the front of the Jersey and there was a great photo and interview with Laursen and Barry about the Villa Acorns partnership.

it’s stuff like this that makes Villa extra special. Thanks Mings.

Absolutely brilliant from Mings. Guy is class. 

3 minutes ago, tomav84 said:

same age as de bruyne.

it's really not that old

I am still playing and I am 51. In saying that, it’s the Paisley and District Over 45’s league third division reserve league B. 

2 minutes ago, Nigel said:

Good controlling half for the most part let down a bit by Traore wanting too long on the ball allowing defenders to get back.

We should have made more with that level of domination.

We are normally stronger second half so not worried just yet

Totally agree. He slows the play down too much. Really great feet but just wish he would, on some occasions, receive the ball and pass or shoot quickly. Like watching an Aston Villa version of that Manchester City player, Jack Grealish without getting the equivalent free kicks.