lexicon Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 I'm happy that he's finally cutting it at senior level - it'd be great if he came back and turned into the player we all hoped he would become. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jareth Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Pleasing to hear Forest fans' reaction to GG last night, they're calling him 'the caretaker'. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Killeen30 Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 It's good to see Gary doing well, this will do his confidence the world of good! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Villan4Life Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 (edited) http://hereisthecity.com/en-gb/2015/02/26/nottingham-forest-fans-react-to-gary-gardners-performance-agains/ Dougie Freedman’s unbeaten start as Nottingham Forest manager stretched to five matches on Wednesday evening, as the home side came from behind to claim a 2-1 win over high-flying Bournemouth. Andrew Surman gave Bournemouth a third-minute lead with a long-range strike, before defender Jamaal Lascelles levelled things up 18 minutes later when he shot from the edge of the area through a crowed box to claim his first goal since last April. Henri Lansbury’s free-kick then put Forest ahead just before the break, and Freedman’s men stayed in front for the duration of second-half to keep their faint play-off hopes alive with 13 Championship fixtures remaining. Having taken 13 points from the past five matches to move up to eighth in the table, one of the key reasons for their recent revival has been the form of on-loan Aston Villa midfielder Gary Gardner, who appears to be thriving in a deeper defensive role under the new boss. With the youngster’s presence in front of the back-four freeing up Ben Osborn and stand-in skipper Lansbury to push forward, fans have been more than pleased with his impact, and a number took to Twitter following the Bournemouth result to hail his latest run out and even call for his permanent signing. He's on loan there until the end of the season, and his contract is up at Villa in June 2016!! I hope Tim gives him a chance next season!! Edited February 26, 2015 by Villan4Life Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AntrimBlack Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 I was doubtful about him after his appearances for the first team, but he seems to be doing well, and it would be brilliant if he fulfilled his early promise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VillaChris Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 If the worst happens, he'll be a starter for us next season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pembers Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 Scored again today with a 35 yard strike. Daniel Johnson also scored his 3rd goal in 3 games. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danishlad Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 Scored again today with a 35 yard strike. Daniel Johnson also scored his 3rd goal in 3 games. And we keep on playing Delph Westwood and Cleverley who are very good at .......passing the ball sidewards Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr_Pangloss Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 Good to see Gardner doing well in Championship because that's exactly where we're going to be next season, so at least we have someone who can step into the first team and perform. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrSmirch Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 If we sell him him i will cry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KJT123 Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 https://vine.co/v/O2xV1DthVwz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brumstopdogs Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 What a goal! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Lions_Roar Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 At least we know we have someone who can score in the championship next season! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
omariqy Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 I really hope he is getting back to the player we thought he would become. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Villastine Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 Great Goal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villanmac Posted March 1, 2015 Share Posted March 1, 2015 If the worst does happen, I can see a renewed sense of optimism and enjoyment for the game amongst our fans next season (once we have got over the fact we are on the championship) as we go with Robinson upfront, Grealish on the left, Gardner in the middle. Loan moves into the championship are great for younger players but a full season playing in the championship as a group and gelling together would the best introduction they could get for their villa careers as they move into the prem the year after (hopefully). 4k, 5k attendances away from home, a team of talented young homgrown players and a disposal of the 'got a new contract do **** all' parasites we currently have would be a great cleanse from the perpetual dismal bollocks we currently endure. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Woodytom Posted March 2, 2015 Share Posted March 2, 2015 If the worst does happen, I can see a renewed sense of optimism and enjoyment for the game amongst our fans next season (once we have got over the fact we are on the championship) as we go with Robinson upfront, Grealish on the left, Gardner in the middle. Loan moves into the championship are great for younger players but a full season playing in the championship as a group and gelling together would the best introduction they could get for their villa careers as they move into the prem the year after (hopefully). 4k, 5k attendances away from home, a team of talented young homgrown players and a disposal of the 'got a new contract do **** all' parasites we currently have would be a great cleanse from the perpetual dismal bollocks we currently endure. I think that optimism will quickly disintegrate when it becomes apparent that that approach is also shit. We've (or a lot of people) been optimistic before. Start of lamberts 2nd season. I remember one quote even saying it was the most they've looked forward to a season since the European cup win. The club is rotten to the core, and it will take a lot more than Gardner and grealish to sort it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dudevillaisnice Posted March 2, 2015 Share Posted March 2, 2015 If the worst does happen, I can see a renewed sense of optimism and enjoyment for the game amongst our fans next season (once we have got over the fact we are on the championship) as we go with Robinson upfront, Grealish on the left, Gardner in the middle. Loan moves into the championship are great for younger players but a full season playing in the championship as a group and gelling together would the best introduction they could get for their villa careers as they move into the prem the year after (hopefully). 4k, 5k attendances away from home, a team of talented young homgrown players and a disposal of the 'got a new contract do **** all' parasites we currently have would be a great cleanse from the perpetual dismal bollocks we currently endure. Think many clubs have tried and failed at this approach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HanoiVillan Posted March 2, 2015 Share Posted March 2, 2015 I've been pretty down on Gardner but he is playing well in the Championship. If we go down, there's absolutely no reason for us not to use him. If nothing else, he's used to the experience of playing in the league whereas few of our other players are. For the same reason, I would bring Bennett back into the fold as well. I'm obviously not hoping that the teamsheet on the first day of the season contains all of Gardner, Bennett, Grealish, Robinson etc, but going down is a chance for us to increase the participation of our youngsters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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