OutByEaster? Posted February 20, 2017 Moderator Share Posted February 20, 2017 I think it's a 4-1-3-2. For me that back four is missing three of our strongest options - the one of those that's questionable being Taylor over Amavi - it'll be interesting to see Taylor play as a proper full back rather than a wing back, I think it'll suit him better. In midfield it'll be a competition between how often Jedinak wins the ball back for us in the air and whether any of our players can get to it before he gives it away again. If they can, then it's a formation in which in theory, Jedinak holds in case of breaks, Bjarnason works and Hourihane and Lansbury can get forward. Shelvey vs Jedinak might be the key battle on the field and thankfully it's one Jedinak can win without having to have the ball. Kodjia and Hogan up front without wingers can suit both to a large extent, they can play in a way that's almost two lone strikers who happen to be next to each other - if Lansbury can feed Hogan, we've a chance on the break. I've seen worse line ups - i still think it's harsh on Adomah, but I guess we'll see. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One For The Road Posted February 20, 2017 Share Posted February 20, 2017 This will be fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Demitri_C Posted February 20, 2017 Share Posted February 20, 2017 23 minutes ago, smg said: Great supporters, Positive comments even before kick off. We really do have great fans !! Wahey another I'm a better fan than you post 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brumstopdogs Posted February 20, 2017 Share Posted February 20, 2017 9 minutes ago, KSV said: Got to be 433 with Kodjia on left wing/forward and Hanson as the right winger/forward Not sure if Alan has the pace to play there 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ferguson1 Posted February 20, 2017 Share Posted February 20, 2017 On 18/02/2017 at 08:29, ferguson1 said: Ok, I think we'll lose here and probably by a couple of goals, but here goes based on who's likely to be it: --------------------Johnstone------------------ Hutton-----Chester-------Elphick-------Taylor ---------------------Jedinak------------------ -----Lansbury---Hourihane----Bjarnason--- ----------------Hogan----Kodjia------------- Subs: Bunn, Baker, Amavi, Bacuna, Grealish, Adomah, Green Don't really like the team above, but it's set up with the hope of not conceding, frustrating the opposition and then perhaps nicking a goal. It's my birthday on Monday and will no doubt be ruined by a depressing defeat. Blame me if it goes wrong! I called Bruce this morning and told him I know best!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimzk5 Posted February 20, 2017 Share Posted February 20, 2017 Has Bruce used a raffle to pick that team 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AshVilla Posted February 20, 2017 Share Posted February 20, 2017 (edited) Strategy Steve has changed the lineup yet again. Not that it matters were still starting Johnstone so 6 - 0 to Newcastle all they need to do is get shots on target. Edited February 20, 2017 by AshVilla 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One For The Road Posted February 20, 2017 Share Posted February 20, 2017 Just now, AshVilla said: Strategy Steve has changed the lineup yet again. Not that it matters were still starting Johnstone so 6 - 0 to Newcastle all they need to do is get a shot on target. Johnstone may be rubbish but even he can't concede 6 goals from one shot on target. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alreadyexists Posted February 20, 2017 VT Supporter Share Posted February 20, 2017 I'm hoping for a win obviously, but I am expecting a loss. And quite a punishing one at that. Come on you Villa boys, earn the right to wear that shirt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AshVilla Posted February 20, 2017 Share Posted February 20, 2017 (edited) 6 minutes ago, One For The Road said: Johnstone may be rubbish but even he can't concede 6 goals from one shot on target. I see what you mean and i've edited Guaranteed they will have plenty of chances especially with Gayle against Slowphick Edited February 20, 2017 by AshVilla 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ferguson1 Posted February 20, 2017 Share Posted February 20, 2017 3 minutes ago, Jimzk5 said: Has Bruce used a raffle to pick that team How very dare you! It took me and Steve both an hour on a valentine 'date night' to think that team up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AValon Posted February 20, 2017 Share Posted February 20, 2017 Does Johnstone know he is actually allowed to handle the ball in his own area? I don't think we should just assume. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brumerican Posted February 20, 2017 Share Posted February 20, 2017 Come on monkeys ! Time to type some damn Shakespeare. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villa89 Posted February 20, 2017 Share Posted February 20, 2017 11 minutes ago, PieFacE said: 4-3-3 it looks to me. Kodj and Thor on wings.. Me too but it's Steve Bruce so it could be anything and When/if it's not working he won't change it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KHV Posted February 20, 2017 Share Posted February 20, 2017 13 minutes ago, PieFacE said: 4-3-3 it looks to me. Kodj and Thor on wings.. I hope not, neither of them are wingers 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
handsworthvilla Posted February 20, 2017 Share Posted February 20, 2017 I like the look of the line up. Big fan of Grealish but just don't think he is the player for occasions like this at the moment. Having Jedinak back will make a big difference Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R.Bear Posted February 20, 2017 Share Posted February 20, 2017 Are we losing yet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrentVilla Posted February 20, 2017 Moderator Share Posted February 20, 2017 18 minutes ago, Jimzk5 said: Has Bruce used a raffle to pick that team Yeah the winner is in goal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OutByEaster? Posted February 20, 2017 Moderator Share Posted February 20, 2017 Who's the ref? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AshVilla Posted February 20, 2017 Share Posted February 20, 2017 I hope the tactic tonight isn't to sit deep and try and nick something. That won't work when you have a house built on shit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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