deeps Posted May 9, 2013 Share Posted May 9, 2013 Thank you stan. All the best. Get well soon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Niall Posted May 9, 2013 Share Posted May 9, 2013 Cheers Stan. All the best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greyvillan Posted May 9, 2013 Share Posted May 9, 2013 The way Stan has faced into the adversity, and the humanity with which he has come out of it have raised the man from a respected Captain, to an all time hero in my estimation 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ginko Posted May 9, 2013 Share Posted May 9, 2013 A great captain and a great man. Sorry to see you go Stan, all the best. You did us proud. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nevillain Posted May 9, 2013 Share Posted May 9, 2013 A Villa man through and through. Wishing Stan a happy and god willing a very long retirement Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heid3ster Posted May 9, 2013 Share Posted May 9, 2013 Legend. Get well soon, Stan, and thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
8pints Posted May 9, 2013 Share Posted May 9, 2013 It's going to be emotional after the Chelsea game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markavfc40 Posted May 9, 2013 Share Posted May 9, 2013 It is an honor to be able to say that such an inspiring man represented the club I love. Players with Stan's never say die attitude both on and off the pitch sadly don't come around too often and we are so lucky to have had him at our club.I really hope he can be a part of this club in some other capacity if not then the time that he represented this club will live long in my memory. All the best Stan and thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gavin@villatalk Posted May 9, 2013 Share Posted May 9, 2013 I remember watching Petrov during his bad patch at VP, I remember screaming for him to get substituted - which he did at half time and we ended up winning the game. However, he won be back over with his gutsy performances and leading the team out as captain. He certainty grew on me as a player and in my eyes become a key figure at VP. Gutted that we'll never see him play again, and he seems a generally nice guy! He goes into the list of villa Legends for me, along with the recent additions of Mellberg and Larson. 19th minute! {clap clap clap} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kingfisher Posted May 9, 2013 Share Posted May 9, 2013 I don't like the word retirement for footballers. It's not really retirement in your thirties, but rather the start of a new phase of your life - a long life out of football playing. So I wish Petrov a long and happy new life doing whatever new adventure he embarks on. Nice one Stan, and good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyBM Posted May 9, 2013 Share Posted May 9, 2013 i will be honest and say ive never been a fan of stan, i wasnt exactly pleased when we signed him, however, this season we have certainly missed whatever it is that stan brings to the midfield, weve had a few cheeky goals from him and his workrate has always been something that others should look to not only this, but nobody, whether it be an over paid footballer or local council litter picker, should go through what stan has so for that i take my hat off to him regarding the club on this matter, they need to look at themselves and see what cr#p we have in our midfield, so in turn sell most of the crud and search for the next 'Stan' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AstonMartin82 Posted May 9, 2013 Share Posted May 9, 2013 Stay involved with the Villa Stan... we love you! I wonder when the 19th minute should come to an end? It'd be nice to replace it in some way with support for his charity. No ideas how though... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyBM Posted May 9, 2013 Share Posted May 9, 2013 maybe make a seasonal contribution of £19 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AstonMartin82 Posted May 9, 2013 Share Posted May 9, 2013 maybe make a seasonal contribution of £19 I'd do this every season without fail. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maqroll Posted May 9, 2013 Share Posted May 9, 2013 A true gentleman footballer. Keep getting better, Stan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRO Posted May 9, 2013 Share Posted May 9, 2013 I don't know Stan personally, but I know folk that do. .....from what I can gather he is one hell of a human being. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Villarocker Posted May 9, 2013 Share Posted May 9, 2013 Good Luck for the future Stan! Enjoy your life away from the game and concentrate on getting back to the best of health. You are an inspiration to all and you will be remembered by the Villa faithful for a very long time. Hope to still see you at Villa Park cheering on the boys! With regards to Stan's charity; maybe the club could donate £19 out of every season ticket each season? 20k tickets sold would mean £380k per season going into the pot and Villa fans will have been part of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CI Posted May 9, 2013 Share Posted May 9, 2013 Will always remember his debut at west ham. A fabulous performance and he went on to be a great captain for us. Look forward to seeing him on the pitch after the final whistle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Posted May 9, 2013 Share Posted May 9, 2013 You will be and have been missed this season in our shirt and as our playing captain Stan. Stay strong, enjoy the additional time your retirement from the game will give you with your family and thanks for what you have done for our football club. I look forward to seeing you at Villa Park on Saturday post game and do come back and see us at Villa Park when you are free to do so in future seasons. Thanks captain! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tayls Posted May 9, 2013 Share Posted May 9, 2013 Keep on fighting Stan. Good luck in your new venture, we all know you of all people can help make a difference in people's lives in some way. We will miss you on the pitch representing the Villa though. #19 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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