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    Pre-match thread

    in PL: Crystal Palace a

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    7 hours ago, USA_Villa said:

    He always looks like he doesn't want to be there, never seems to smile, and can be a little bit condescending. Cheer up Steve, we have a game tomorrow.

     

    Would you want to sit and field the same inane questions week after week? Seriously, “what does a win mean to the players?” Dire journalism!

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    Cricket: General Chat

    in Off Topic

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    4 hours ago, bannedfromHandV said:

    If England are going to persist with the ‘bazball’ approach then I guess there will be occasional scores of 150 or less, hopefully only occasional though, any more regularity and it’ll be back to drawing boards again.

    I’ve got tickets for day 4 of the next test (Old Trafford), chances of it even reaching day 4? 

    You might get to see Jonny et al chasing down 450

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    Pre-match thread

    in PL: Crystal Palace a

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    —————Martinez—————

    Cash Buendia Mings Digne

    ——————Kamara——————

    ———McGinn———Luiz————

    ——————Coutinho—————

    ———Ings————Watkins———

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    only way he’s getting in the first xi isn’t it!

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    Fixing Villa Park - All the small things

    in Villa Talk

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    Referred to this in the match reaction thread but I assume they were short staffed on Saturday due to the train strikes. Having said that, the service of those that were there (Holte Suite, half time) was very slow. Even a little training on how to cope with the queue for the new starters would be good, they were looking pretty overwhelmed by people shouting at them from all angles (not condoning this, it doesn’t make anything any quicker). Also having more card readers could be a good idea, they kept losing it! I understand the issue with agency staff not being paid enough to care about working super quickly but maybe that’s where the club could step in and incentivise a bit… or bring it in house.

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    Ratings & Reactions: Villa v Everton

    in PL: Everton h

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    Great to be back at VP! Before some reflections on the match, just a little word for the poor bar staff in the Holte Suite at half time - only 4 people on the bar where there are usually 10+ - in my mind it seemed pretty obvious that they were understaffed due to the train strike… unfortunately they were getting a lot of abuse for slow service (the service was slow but they were swamped and shouting at them wasn’t going to make it any quicker, disappointed in some fellow fans there).

    Quite enjoyed walking to and from town to the game, probably won’t make a habit of it but it wasn’t too bad. Planned to go via the Barton’s Arms on the way, great as ever, and chances upon the excellently named Sacks of Potatoes on the way back. 3rd time in 4 seasons my Everton supporting mate has made the trip down (last two with me as I unfortunately couldn’t make the Wesley game), his recent VP record reads P3 L3 F1 A7 - always a pleasure meeting him after the game :lol:

    Kamara was our best player, absolutely everywhere and did the simple things well (mopping up) and looked to pass progressively too.

    McGinn much better in the second half. Ramsey better in the first and wilted a bit. Coutinho was barely noticeable whereas when Buendia came on for him the difference was night and day - suddenly we looked so much more potent in possession, he was popping up everywhere and looking threatening, great for him to get a goal.

    Watkins was slightly frustrating but came away with two assists. Desperately short on confidence, I reckon a goal would do wonders for him. Nice finish by Ings for his goal and an all round decent performance.

    Mings was fantastic. Dealt with everything very calmly and seemed to thrive on the crowd getting behind him post captaincy-gate. Carlos solid and dependable. Cash was good at times but looked goosed after about 20 minutes in the heat. Digne had an average game capped by the OG. Martinez did well at the end to catch a few crosses.

    Great win, much deserved for the first 86 minutes. Then they scored straight from the kick off at 2-0 and we collectively shat ourselves. Looked really ragged at the end. McGinn trying to get instructions from the bench instead of focusing on what was going on on the pitch was a bit embarrassing. The worst bit was Gerrard surrounded by about ten back room staff all flapping as we were making our subs on 90 mins, looked like a circus on the touchline. Don’t want to see Austin McPhee and his pad of paper again!! We look terrible from set pieces defensively and that is his job!

    Really happy with the win though!

     

     

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    Bertrand Traoré

    in Other Football

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    6 hours ago, lexicon said:

     how would you even begin to describe someone like Brett Holman, Jordan Bowery, Leandro Bacuna, Micah Richards etc. 

    Woah. Keep the great man’s name out of your mouth.

     


     

     

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    Bertrand Traoré

    in Other Football

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    Ah man, I really like Bertie, exciting player to watch and strange that he isn’t being kept around to come off the bench in games like Saturday where we are crying out for a spark. If we want to get into Europe, we need a squad with depth.

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    Train strike

    in PL: Everton h

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    12 hours ago, CLARETANDBLUEFOXY said:

    Genuine question - what time would you recommend getting there if you drive? I’m actually feeling a bit stressed about this now and feel like I’m gonna need to leave at 3am 😂

    If you park at Star City then maybe aim to get there for 11, or before 11:30. There’s the indoor multi storey bit as well so don’t panic if you get there and the outdoor car park looks full. 

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    Pre Match Thread

    in PL: Everton h

    Posted · Edited by chappy

    1 hour ago, Zatman said:

    Emi

    Cash Carlos Mings Augustinsson

             Luiz. Kamara Sanson

              Buendia.       Bailey

                          Archer

    Wont happen but feel Digne should be dropped for jewellery incident in lead up to the goal

    I heard the commentator say he wasn’t on the pitch to defend the corner because of this but then watched it back on MOTD and there he was in the box defending.

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