dudley_villa Posted November 28, 2010 Share Posted November 28, 2010 Best thing that could happen right now is is come tue-wed we have about 6-8inches of snow and its called off for 2-3 weeks!.. Should at least get a few more players back fit... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carew_villa Posted November 28, 2010 Share Posted November 28, 2010 Chris Foy is the ref for the match. Seems a big game for him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KT3AVFC Posted November 28, 2010 Share Posted November 28, 2010 Let's hope the players have a bit more belief than some of the posters on here. It's a myth that they want it more than us. If that was the case then we wouldn't be 7 unbeaten. Of course it won't be easy but this nose team is no great shakes and I'm very confident we will be in the semi final draw. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markavfc40 Posted November 28, 2010 Share Posted November 28, 2010 Of course it won't be easy but this nose team is no great shakes and I'm very confident we will be in the semi final draw. On paper we should win the game as we have the better players. Unfortunately games aren't won on paper and systems/tactics will influence proceedings as will sending the players out with the right attitude. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OutByEaster? Posted November 28, 2010 Moderator Share Posted November 28, 2010 I think we can take them - I'd be happier if we had a bot more fight in the side and I think we miss Petrov and Reo Coker right now, but I still think we can take them - hopefully Gabby's bum's dried and he can work his magic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villatillidie1980 Posted November 28, 2010 VT Supporter Share Posted November 28, 2010 Going on Saturdays performance; 1st half = we struggle 2nd half = we can 'av 'em!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrentVilla Posted November 29, 2010 Moderator Share Posted November 29, 2010 Really not hopeful at the moment. They are due a win against us and we are playing poorly and unable to close the holes in our defence I think its going to be really tough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slowandlow Posted November 29, 2010 Share Posted November 29, 2010 think we are going to get battered in midfield, but i don't think there is much we can do about that given the personnel we can choose from at the moment we will be very lightweight in there, and relying on Clark to do all the battling at least Gabby should be playing - he often seems to have a big say on derby days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Demitri_C Posted November 29, 2010 Share Posted November 29, 2010 i think hleb and fatboy ferguson are gonna eat bannan and clark up in the cm. we so badly need nige and stan in this game. they have no excuses not to win this they dont ahve 9 players out like we do we have to score early to quiet the noise. but we have to stop conceded at the last seconds of the half as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cracker1234 Posted November 29, 2010 Share Posted November 29, 2010 i think hleb and fatboy ferguson are gonna eat bannan and clark up in the cm. we so badly need nige and stan in this game. they have no excuses not to win this they dont ahve 9 players out like we do we have to score early to quiet the noise. but we have to stop conceded at the last seconds of the half as well Helb got stretchered off the other day, I think his hamstring went...So I think he might not be playing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Demitri_C Posted November 29, 2010 Share Posted November 29, 2010 her will play and i reckon gardner will be back too they will risk players against us this is the biggest game in the last 40 years for them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hanky Posted November 29, 2010 Share Posted November 29, 2010 We must win this game. They will be bang up for it and Houllier must match that first of all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VillaEire Posted November 29, 2010 Share Posted November 29, 2010 Is Gabby definitely fit for this one? We really need him back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S-Platt Posted November 29, 2010 VT Supporter Share Posted November 29, 2010 Dunno where to post this but any Villa fans in Phuket up for watching the game if it's actually on over here?? 3am start not the best but I obviously wanna watch this game somehow! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
limpid Posted November 29, 2010 Administrator Share Posted November 29, 2010 Dunno where to post this You could start a new thread? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markavfc40 Posted November 29, 2010 Share Posted November 29, 2010 I'd look at changing things around slightly and starting with two up front. Throw Warnock in to midfield alongside Clark to give us a bit of bite. Luke Young to left back where he arguably looks better anyway and Cuelllar if fit or more likely Beye at right back. So: Friedel Beye Collins Dunne Luke Young Ash Clark Warnock Downing Gabby Delfouneso It means we have a nice solid base in midfield with Clark and Warnock ( who impressed a number of times for Blackburn in centre mid ) some good attacking flair down the wings and the two lads up front to put themselves about and get on the end of things. We need to show some real positive intent in this game and this formation/team is capable of putting that shower of shite on the back foot and getting a result. Subs to include the likes of Ireland, Carew, Pires, Bannan so a few nice options as well if things need changing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Demitri_C Posted November 29, 2010 Share Posted November 29, 2010 i would like to see warnock in cm because he has been utter shit at lb but i think it will be clark and bannan in midfield and i think it will be too tough for them in that kind of enviroment . an experienced head like warnock could actually be a good idea and something mccliesh wouldnt expect i would put bannan on the bench for this one as i think he is going to take a pounding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shillzz Posted November 29, 2010 Share Posted November 29, 2010 i would like to see warnock in cm because he has been utter shit at lb but i think it will be clark and bannan in midfield and i think it will be too tough for them in that kind of enviroment . an experienced head like warnock could actually be a good idea and something mccliesh wouldnt expect i would put bannan on the bench for this one as i think he is going to take a pounding. 100% agree about Warnock in Central midfield. I actually think hes come in for some harsh criticism of late and has been putting in a lot of effort. Not sure about dropping Bannan, who would you bring in, Ireland? I'd personally bring Warnock in alonside Clark & Bannan and give wee Barry the license to move forward a bit more often. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chappy Posted November 29, 2010 Share Posted November 29, 2010 Ireland will know he can win the fans over if he plays well/scores in this game so hopefully he will be very up for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Demitri_C Posted November 29, 2010 Share Posted November 29, 2010 i honestly think if they score we will see a repeat of the celebrations when those oily hooligans ran on the pitch and abused our players Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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