sidcow Posted May 28, 2020 VT Supporter Share Posted May 28, 2020 (edited) And so it begins, I see the plan. Get the games in hand out of the way early then abandon it with no unresolved issues. We had better beat Sheffield. Edited May 28, 2020 by sidcow 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CosmicVillan Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 12 minutes ago, Farlz said: Am I alone in thinking that games behind closed doors could actually help some of our players? I remember Smith's rant after we lost to Southampton how we have too many training ground players, games would be a lot closer to that than the pressures of the crowd if things aren't going right. Remember when Targett was vomiting on the side of the pitch. He wasn't ill, it's nerves. I think it will actually help us if players are not scared of making a mistake in front of fans, and if Deano himself has identified it then it's a genuine thing. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadridVilla Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 46 minutes ago, The_Steve said: So, what happens if a player or staff member is found to have Covid-19 before June 17? What's the protocol beyond self-isolation? AFAIK that is all there is to it, as long as players test negative they carry on as normal, once they test positive they self-isolate. It's reactive rather than proactive, given that they're expecting a small number of cases. Having said that the test and trace scheme would suggest anyone who comes into contact with someone who tests positive should self-isolate, but I don't think clubs are following this, else the league would never have been able to restart realistically. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villaglint Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 Been a lot in the meedjya about how we rely on our home form which is true but if empty stadiums could improve our dreadful away form then that would be just as helpful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OxfordVillan Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 Bring. It. On. Fitness preparation will be key. I can forgive us not being technically amongst the front runners, but I’ll be fuming if we get found wanting with our fitness. I really hope they’re all ready to try and get to levels of intensity that they’ve not been to before. Sheffield Utd first game back, we must win that game and show we are drilled and ready to go up against anyone. It will be totally unforgivable if we’re found to be behind others fitness levels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AVFCDAN Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 We were in freefall before the season ended and we most likely would have gone down at least this shakes things up and may well help us to stay up, if we go down now then so be it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mantis Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 25 minutes ago, Farlz said: Am I alone in thinking that games behind closed doors could actually help some of our players? I remember Smith's rant after we lost to Southampton how we have too many training ground players, games would be a lot closer to that than the pressures of the crowd if things aren't going right. Yeah but our away record is absolutely shocking while our home form is comparatively ok (although still not great). Surely if that were the case we'd do better, or at least not do so bad, in away games? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M_Afro Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 I would start with Konsa at right back. He has all the attributes to play there and it will enable us to keep a bit more size and physicality in the team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zatman Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 1st game back, Mings should tell all opposition he has corona, nobody will go near our box. Maybe cough on a few opposition players 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulC Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 Just now, Zatman said: 1st game back, Mings should tell all opposition he has corona, nobody will go near our box. Maybe cough on a few opposition players Right that would work Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lerner's Driver Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 I personally haven't missed the Saturday morning anxiety, followed by the inevitable Saturday afternoon slump into mild depression, at all. It's been a relief not to think about Villa. Oh well, prove us all wrong lads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AVTuco Posted May 28, 2020 VT Supporter Share Posted May 28, 2020 27 minutes ago, sidcow said: And so it begins, I see the plan. Get the games in hand out of the way early then abandon it with no unresolved issues. We had better beat Sheffield. This is the thing written on the wall. If things go south, then end the season and decide the table by PPG. If things go well, then all the better. Our most important game in a year coming up. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharkyvilla Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 I actually think the return of McGinn, the time off to refresh minds plus neutral venues could work in our favour if we stay at full strength but I'm a bit confused about the new track and trace thing and its effect on football teams. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zatman Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 Liverpool should have title won by June 30th so at least the UK can anticipate the next spike date Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wedge Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 18 hours ago, Zhan_Zhuang said: I think the PL will schedule a first round of fixtures for those who have a game in hand. You called it! ITK 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nabby Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 Just rewatched highlights of the first game against Shef United , they battered us ..recall last season in the 3-3 they did the same but somehow fell apart to let us draw.Very well coached and they are brilliant at over laps with the Wing backs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maqroll Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 20 days til the Villa, woooot! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WakefieldVillan Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 I'm pretty surprised this looks like resuming again and I am not totally convinced it will conclude with a full completion of (38) fixtures. As others have alluded to, it will probably only last long enough to award Liverpool the title and a PPG system for relegation! Other than Man City and Liverpool (for obvious reasons), I would say Sheffield United are probably the next team I wouldn't want to face going on our recent results/performances against them. It's going to be a very tough start and I already fear for us (mentally) as we know with Wilder's team they will be right up and at it from the off and I think this fixture was definitely one where the "12th man" would've spurred us on. Let's hope the break came at a right time for us and the return of McGinn (no pressure John) can spark us into some end of season form! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zatman Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 I think today of all days describes the scumbag Premier League. A Premier League managers father has died from corona virus complications. Instead of respect, they announce the league return date. Scumbags 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R.Bear Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 57 minutes ago, sidcow said: And so it begins, I see the plan. Get the games in hand out of the way early then abandon it with no unresolved issues. We had better beat Sheffield. Without question this is what they are planning. An absolute cup final of cup finals is the Sheff United game. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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