When did Andy Reid transform into a wisened old warlock type with goblin ears and shit?
When did Andy Reid transform into a wisened old warlock type with goblin ears and shit?
Andy Reid.
Crap I'm nervous now. Murillo/Cunha and Sangare are massive losses.
I'm hoping for a gung ho approach and a repeat of PSG v Bayern. 5-4 but no idea who too.
No doubt the Villa manager has noticed our personnel deficiencies, and demonstrated to his players what tactics to employ using his Emery board.
That's not very modern, is it?
Most Un-AI.
I reckon if we're within a goal at the end of this leg, then we'll go on to win it.
All pretty even. Just as I thought they were doing the better job of playing thorough the press (thanks to Watkins' movement and hold up) we started to ask a few questions. 2 poor corners though and we haven't yet forced a save.
We have now. Bastard Martinez.
Just when I think I'm validated in thinking he's overrated, he does that.
Save of the season 2 seasons running by Martinez at the City Ground.
Whose header did he save in the league game last season? Was it Dominguez?
I hesitate to say it. This referee has let the game run. Not pulled up anything soft. Kept control of the players. Not bought anything and let a bit of contact occur. Brought the half in on time.
The ref has not been shit.
My worry that Villa - having looked at our bench - would try and run the legs off (of) us hasn't come to pass thus far. Maybe our recent goal scoring efforts have given them cause for concern. Although waiting for the right moment / a mistake is pretty much what they did in the league game.
I think Emery will be happy with 0-0 and Vitor won't be unhappy.
I also think a few UK VAR officials would've insisted the ref went to the screen for Anderson's tackle. With not hilarious results.
Time to sack the shoulder physio?
Enjoying Dominguez’ line in subtle shithousing.
Our corners - and crossing in general - have reverted to being a bit piss poor.
OOH! Might get a penalty?