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Massive match Sunday and we need to take something but a win will take and keep us out of the bottom three.
Hopefully Summerville is back and if he is just one decision for Nuno to make and that is which of the centre backs misses out... Really tough decision for him as Disasi has been great since arriving, Dinos and Todibo were both outstanding against City.
If Summerville isn't fit I'm guessing he'll go for another midfielder and hope he does as I'd prefer not to go three at the back again.
Re: A.Villa v West Ham United | PL | 22.3.26 | Predictions and Match Thread
Posted: 22 Mar 2026, 11:13
by onsideman
Mex Martillo" wrote: ↑22 Mar 2026, 10:59
I do hope Summervile plays. Any late news on that?
CBs it's Mavropanos before Todibo for me. Mavro has been excellent lately. Earlier in the season who'd predict a defensive problem would be we are unsure who out of 3 good CBs we should play?
Nuno confirmed 2 days ago that Summerville is out
I was intrigued by someone's suggestion on here that maybe Todibo could play right back..Certainly better positionally amd aerially than AWB
Re: A.Villa v West Ham United | PL | 22.3.26 | Predictions and Match Thread
Posted: 22 Mar 2026, 10:59
by Mex Martillo
I do hope Summervile plays. Any late news on that?
CBs it's Mavropanos before Todibo for me. Mavro has been excellent lately. Earlier in the season who'd predict a defensive problem would be we are unsure who out of 3 good CBs we should play?
Re: A.Villa v West Ham United | PL | 22.3.26 | Predictions and Match Thread
Manuel wrote: ↑22 Mar 2026, 10:07
Today isn't a free hit but losing won't by any means be terminal, so not too nervous. Our next 4 fixtures are what is likely to be shit or bust, for the want of a better term.
If we lose and beat Wolves we are going to be a point behind Leeds and possibly 2 or 3 points ahead of Forest who then have Man Utd and Villa respectfully in the days following.
Yep agree with that, last weeks results were massive and put us into a position where we can't really fall far behind today.
Interestingly Leeds are still 6/1 to be relegated while bookies have us at very slight favourites but not much between us Forest and Spurs all around 2s... It's because Leeds play the bottom two at home but it doesn't take into account Wolves upturn in form, going to be a tough game for both of us I think
Yep, the big downside with losing today is Wolves then becomes a must win, and as you say..
Re: A.Villa v West Ham United | PL | 22.3.26 | Predictions and Match Thread
goose wrote: ↑22 Mar 2026, 08:42
Got a busy day lined up with family stuff, most of whom are spurs fans
You poor cսnt. No one deserves that on a Sunday. Thoughts and prayers fella.
Although saying that, should we win and they lose to Forest, even I would LOVE to be a fly on that wall you were in come the final whistle.
It could be a great day or a terrible day.
I cannot take the nerves that come with watching us
You fucking love, like we all do deep down, so shut yer face.
Embrace it and bring it on, I say...
Let's all leave the panicky-spastics to the petrified Spurs fans.
Re: A.Villa v West Ham United | PL | 22.3.26 | Predictions and Match Thread
Posted: 22 Mar 2026, 10:45
by Mex Martillo
We are massive!
Re: A.Villa v West Ham United | PL | 22.3.26 | Predictions and Match Thread
Posted: 22 Mar 2026, 10:36
by El Scorchio
A win today will put us at least two points ahead of one of our rivals and only one behind Leeds. It would be massive. COYI.
Re: A.Villa v West Ham United | PL | 22.3.26 | Predictions and Match Thread
Posted: 22 Mar 2026, 10:17
by fraser
Manuel wrote: ↑22 Mar 2026, 10:07
Today isn't a free hit but losing won't by any means be terminal, so not too nervous. Our next 4 fixtures are what is likely to be shit or bust, for the want of a better term.
If we lose and beat Wolves we are going to be a point behind Leeds and possibly 2 or 3 points ahead of Forest who then have Man Utd and Villa respectfully in the days following.
Yep agree with that, last weeks results were massive and put us into a position where we can't really fall far behind today.
Interestingly Leeds are still 6/1 to be relegated while bookies have us at very slight favourites but not much between us Forest and Spurs all around 2s... It's because Leeds play the bottom two at home but it doesn't take into account Wolves upturn in form, going to be a tough game for both of us I think
Re: A.Villa v West Ham United | PL | 22.3.26 | Predictions and Match Thread
Posted: 22 Mar 2026, 10:07
by Manuel
Today isn't a free hit but losing won't by any means be terminal, so not too nervous. Our next 4 fixtures are what is likely to be shit or bust, for the want of a better term.
If we lose and beat Wolves we are going to be a point behind Leeds and possibly 2 or 3 points ahead of Forest who then have Man Utd and Villa respectfully in the days following.
Re: A.Villa v West Ham United | PL | 22.3.26 | Predictions and Match Thread
Posted: 22 Mar 2026, 09:49
by fraser
Apparently after 9 euro games they've won 7 and drawn 2.. Time for us to end that unbeaten record
Re: A.Villa v West Ham United | PL | 22.3.26 | Predictions and Match Thread
Posted: 22 Mar 2026, 09:33
by fraser
Definitely woken up a tad nervous about this one and also a tad less confident with some of their players returning. I do think we will turn up though and can get something.
Manuel wrote: ↑21 Mar 2026, 03:51
Despite the upturn in form my question would be are we really good enough to go to Villa park against a side competing for the CL and win? I would say no, but might find a way of getting a point. When was the last time we beat a side even close to the top 6?? It's important that we come through this weekend in decent shape still before a run of winnable games.
February last season against Arsenal Away and that was even under the gormless Potter. It's not impossible and certainly not against a side who struggle to buy a win in the League these days. This is one of those winnable games.
Of course it's not impossible, we're playing Aston Villa not prime Barca, but appreciate the heads up on Arsenal. The reality is none of us have a scooby what is going to happen today, but we certainly have hope.
True. We really don't
Approach the game as we did Chelsea and scouse away and remember to defend as well, and you never know. Approach it as we approached City last week I'd say our chances are significantly diminished.
Whilst the three central defenders were magnificent, we conceded the midfield and offered nothing going forward
Manuel wrote: ↑21 Mar 2026, 03:51
Despite the upturn in form my question would be are we really good enough to go to Villa park against a side competing for the CL and win? I would say no, but might find a way of getting a point. When was the last time we beat a side even close to the top 6?? It's important that we come through this weekend in decent shape still before a run of winnable games.
February last season against Arsenal Away and that was even under the gormless Potter. It's not impossible and certainly not against a side who struggle to buy a win in the League these days. This is one of those winnable games.
Of course it's not impossible, we're playing Aston Villa not prime Barca, but appreciate the heads up on Arsenal. The reality is none of us have a scooby what is going to happen today, but we certainly have hope.
Re: A.Villa v West Ham United | PL | 22.3.26 | Predictions and Match Thread
goose wrote: ↑22 Mar 2026, 08:42
Got a busy day lined up with family stuff, most of whom are spurs fans
You poor cսnt. No one deserves that on a Sunday. Thoughts and prayers fella.
Although saying that, should we win and they lose to Forest, even I would LOVE to be a fly on that wall you were in come the final whistle.
It could be a great day or a terrible day.
I cannot take the nerves that come with watching us
Re: A.Villa v West Ham United | PL | 22.3.26 | Predictions and Match Thread
Posted: 22 Mar 2026, 08:50
by Massive Attack
goose wrote: ↑22 Mar 2026, 08:42
Got a busy day lined up with family stuff, most of whom are spurs fans
You poor cսnt. No one deserves that on a Sunday. Thoughts and prayers fella.
Although saying that, should we win and they lose to Forest, even I would LOVE to be a fly on that wall you were in come the final whistle.
Re: A.Villa v West Ham United | PL | 22.3.26 | Predictions and Match Thread
Posted: 22 Mar 2026, 08:42
by goose
Got a busy day lined up with family stuff, most of whom are spurs fans
Avoiding the game might be a blessing mind you.
Draw would be great, a win would be a huge shift in momentum.
Re: A.Villa v West Ham United
Posted: 22 Mar 2026, 08:34
by Massive Attack
Manuel wrote: ↑21 Mar 2026, 03:51
Despite the upturn in form my question would be are we really good enough to go to Villa park against a side competing for the CL and win? I would say no, but might find a way of getting a point. When was the last time we beat a side even close to the top 6?? It's important that we come through this weekend in decent shape still before a run of winnable games.
February last season against Arsenal Away and that was even under the gormless Potter. It's not impossible and certainly not against a side who struggle to buy a win in the League these days. This is one of those winnable games.
Re: A.Villa v West Ham United | PL | 22.3.26 | Predictions and Match Thread
Posted: 22 Mar 2026, 08:29
by Massive Attack
MASSIVE day today. Go all out for the win, boys. Would make a hell of a difference.
1-2
Re: A.Villa v West Ham United | PL | 22.3.26 | Predictions and Match Thread
Posted: 22 Mar 2026, 08:05
by Beef&Tomato
I fancy us today, fancy Pablo to get off the mark, I'm going for a 1-2 away result.
Re: A.Villa v West Ham United | PL | 22.3.26 | Predictions and Match Thread
Posted: 22 Mar 2026, 07:57
by Takashi Miike
I was at this game, a great goal
Re: A.Villa v West Ham United
Posted: 22 Mar 2026, 00:20
by Nutsin
2-0 win……. Coasting.
Re: A.Villa v West Ham United
Posted: 21 Mar 2026, 11:35
by Westham67
Villa PL form is not good they last won on the 11th of February at home to Brighton and got a draw at home to Leeds 21st February a point at least
Re: A.Villa v West Ham United
Posted: 21 Mar 2026, 07:11
by Tomshardware
Manuel wrote: ↑21 Mar 2026, 03:51
Despite the upturn in form my question would be are we really good enough to go to Villa park against a side competing for the CL and win? I would say no, but might find a way of getting a point. When was the last time we beat a side even close to the top 6?? It's important that we come through this weekend in decent shape still before a run of winnable games.
It'll be an interesting measure of where we're at. We've gone close against top 6 teams (Chelsea & Man Utd), Without Summerville I'm just not sure we have enough to really go at Villa.
Re: A.Villa v West Ham United
Posted: 21 Mar 2026, 03:51
by Manuel
Despite the upturn in form my question would be are we really good enough to go to Villa park against a side competing for the CL and win? I would say no, but might find a way of getting a point. When was the last time we beat a side even close to the top 6?? It's important that we come through this weekend in decent shape still before a run of winnable games.
Re: A.Villa v West Ham United
Posted: 20 Mar 2026, 23:38
by nychammer
Monsieur merde de cheval" wrote: ↑20 Mar 2026, 23:00
All I know for certain is Morgan Rogers will score .and likely play a blinder to boot.
I'm not confident on this one tbh...it's a big ask to go there and get a win...a draw would be a great result for us
Agree, I have bad feelings about this game and I really hope to be proven wrong. A win here is another golden chance to potentially put us above one or both of Forest and Spurs, but despite our good form we've had recently when it really comes down to it we just cannot grasp these opportunities, and for Villa its must win. Draw at best.
Re: A.Villa v West Ham United
Posted: 20 Mar 2026, 23:00
by Monsieur merde de cheval
All I know for certain is Morgan Rogers will score .and likely play a blinder to boot.
I'm not confident on this one tbh...it's a big ask to go there and get a win...a draw would be a great result for us