English Premier League: Aston Villa vs Arsenal | The Holy Trinity Show Episode 190

[@MrClitheroe]

Loving Rogers' Mortimeresque driving runs! If we need a clinical finisher, why don't we recall Louie? He's scoring goals for fun. And he's one of our own 👍

[@zoo-octan]

Great show as usual Pete. I actually felt we played better against Arsenal compared to last year but these are all close matches. Perhaps the best barometer now is that we're disappointed with the result. Just a few years ago, we'd be relieved.

[@christianc.2664]

Rogers has the ball handling skills we have missed since Grealish was sold. If we finish our chances we cruise to a win. UTV

[@NeilT1874]

Another great show, looking forward to the Tony Morley interview! Thanks again Pete!

[@taichowditeacher442]

I never saw Bailey play such a defensive game and he did it quite well but it took away from his attacking role. I truly thought he was really playing right midfield and not right wing. Our team suffered because of it as there was a shortage of outlet by the defense and midfield, even he himself to relieve the pressure of the opponent's press which I think resulted in the second goal.

[@britishmick]

Hello Pete and Villans, I have nothing but admiration for our team, a more clinical Watkins and a less fumbling Emi (both unusual btw) and we win that game or at least tie it at 2-2. The performance was amazing, Nedelkovic was mature and Rodger’s literally walked through Arsenal at will. We will be fine for sure 👌🏻 UTV

[@AndersJensenTH]

UTV

[@realvilla]

Well said. Unfortunately the Ollie haters that have been frustrated for 18 months came gleefully crawling out the weeds frothing at the mouth again at the weekend didn't they!😂

[@davescott618]

How can anyone be an 'Ollie Hater' after last season? Some strange people out 😮there...​@@realvilla

[@leejohnson3209]

I'm happy for Nedeljkovic to start, I thought he was brilliant. 18? Someone check his birth certificate. I think Maatsen will be first choice LB from now on. His cameos have been impressive and I think his attacking play will compliment McGinn giving us width on the left that McGinn doesn't and helping out Bailey in the process. Bailey needs cover, his minutes need to be managed. I don't think Philogene is quite up to it. A top quality RW/F signing to replace Diaby is top priority. I said Tielemans is our ready made Luiz replacement and I think he's a better player, but he needs to stay fit. He's vital. Morgan Rogers is on his way to being a £100m superstar of the game. What an astute signing he was.

[@TheBeeseven]

Great analysis as ever Pete. The Watkins second miss has caused a bit of a split amongst fellow Villa fans. I'm of the opinion that he should have scored that but he put it in the perfect place for the keeper to become a hero. One of the golden rules for strikers is to always try to head the ball down and if Ollie had just done that it would have gone in. But I'm a big fan of Ollie Watkins and you have to admire just how often he gets chances by pure hard work and instinctive prowess. He'll come good and have us purring over him pretty soon. Oh and Morgan Rogers...just WOW. An absolute baller and a star in the making. I saw play him ss a youngster as he was at WBA at the same time as my mates son and it was uncanny just how much he looked like he played back then aged 14/15. The other kids could not get near him and just bounced off him. The Arsenal players looked like those kids did back then.

[@timroberts5783]

Hi Pete Once again your show is absolutely first class. Thank you for the shout out when we met your friends Steve and Trish in Rome. They are a lovely couple. Kind regards Tim and Francis

[@shaungeraghty3132]

That performance has left me feeling very positive too Pete. I was very happy with what I saw against a team that will without doubt challenge for the title again. When Watkins gets his sharpness back he will score over 20 goals again this season I have no doubt. One bad game doesn’t change the fact he is an elite level number 9 and anyone writing him off doesn’t know anything about football and isn’t worth listening to

[@HarryQ94]

The most real comment I’ve seen. It’s a wonder to me that certain Villa fans call themselves “supporters” when they abuse Watkins, the same dude who contributed above all other players to get us to champions league this season. They seem to have forgotten he hardly had any England game time, a knee injury and no pre season. It’s his 2nd game this season, once he starts scoring and is back in form he will be a power house for us once again! I just wish people would get behind our players, it’s so fickle! UTV

[@LofiGardenBliss]

@@HarryQ94 Totally. I have no hate for Watkins whatsoever and hes a good solid no.9. That being said he does miss a lot of chances

[@HarryQ94]

@@LofiGardenBliss as does all strikers

[@ahblezasellars]

Very encouraged by what I’ve seen from this squad! Great thing to come! Up The Villa!

[@seangreene8893]

Love the Paul McGrath comment at the end Pete! Baaammm!

[@darrenwoolley8433]

Great show Morgan Rogers what a player Pete. UTV

[@nickmcmahon623]

Another great podcast Mr S. in an interview last week, Ollie acknowledged that he’d picked up an injury with England and wasn’t fully fit when he got back to BMH. And presumably not yet.

[@IbbyB.]

Arsenal fan here. This is a beautifully put together video. Great stuff! And thank you for the three points 😉

[@davescott618]

We'll grab them back at your place! 😊

[@richarddavies7323]

Another world class show Pete! Your level head regarding the result is what keeps me sane after listening to all the media BS about our last game. We deserved more than a loss, but we move on and focus on Leicester.

[@bnickxavier6102]

Thanks for always looking for the bright side, even in defeat. Lessons learned, so let's hoist a pint and get ready for the next match! UTMV!

[@nigelbrookes2470]

Fabulous show as always Pete. Been a tough few days as for all Villains but like you so beautifully explained, lots of positives. Keep up the great work Buddy 👏

[@batuksri]

Last season games against Arsenal weren’t comfortable wins. This game it was Arsenal who took their chances well.

[@davehooper5115]

Keep up the great show. I love It

[@jjfreer]

Top vid as usual pete!

[@andrewspencer2695]

Your spot on Pete,but it was great to be back at Villa Park 😀

[@cliveevans-l2j]

Wish you promoted your Show on Villa Threads Pete- I almost missed the latest

[@j.j.1064]

Here's some fun facts regarding our cherished nickname. Where did the name "villain" come from? The word "villain" has its origins in the Latin term villanus, which originally referred to someone who worked on a villa-a country estate or farm. In medieval Europe, a villanus was a peasant or farmhand, someone tied to the land and usually of lower social status. Over time, the term began to take on negative connotations. As cities and the nobility developed a sense of superiority over rural life, the term "villain" started to be associated with qualities seen as crude, unrefined, or morally questionable, reflecting the perceived inferiority of rural workers. Eventually, by the late Middle Ages, the word "villain" came to refer not just to a lowly person, but to someone who was morally corrupt or wicked. This meaning solidified in the English language and evolved into the modern sense of the word, where a "villain" is a character who embodies evil or wrongdoing, especially in literature and drama. So why did Aston villa fans like to adopt the term "villain" ? Aston Villa fans adopted the term "Villans" as a nickname, and it's a play on the word "villain." The connection arises from the club's name, "Villa," which naturally lends itself to the word "Villan," a homophone of "villain." However, rather than associating it with something negative, fans embraced it as a symbol of pride and identity. By adopting the term, Aston Villa supporters turned the potentially negative connotation of "villain" into something positive and empowering. They used it to represent their loyalty, tenacity, and the fierce competitive spirit of their team. It's an example of how language and terms can be reclaimed and redefined by a community to reflect their values and identity. So, while the word "villain" historically carried negative connotations, Aston Villa fans transformed it into a badge of honor, making "Villans" a celebrated and cherished nickname within their community. Up the Villains!

[@CraigWrightStraygoat]

Thought we played well, could have gone either way. Apart from missed chances, big problem was the subs. McGinn going off let Odegaard into the game and he hurt us. He’d been quiet up until that point. Think we needed a like-for-like there. Changed the game.

[@Jake-hb8ek]

Correction. The digital ticket system is not new we have had it for over a year as an option and it was the only way in to the European games. The delays getting into the ground were not related to the ticket system. As someone stood at the very from I can confirm that the security stewards arrived 35minutes late. By which time there were huge lines but clearly given the doors hadn’t been opened it’s not correct tickets was the issue.

[@realvilla]

Kosta Nedflix keeps on impressing.

[@faz9117]

Nice smash and grab by the Arsenal.

[@judemccarthy8462]

Love the God reference - made me chuckle #UTMV.

[@MrGaryTraynor]

Come on the Villa 👏👏👏👏👏

[@EnglishWithRichardParkes]

Love that … the pope getting last minute instructions from Paul McGrath

[@craftingcameron8636]

I live right around the corner from one of the silhill breweries

[@garyglasgow3003]

Disappointed with the result but certainly not the performance. To create two golden chances and not take either of them is such a shame and the first goal was always crucial. We are really going to enjoy Rogers I believe, what a signing he is turning out to be. I'm very excited to see how this team progresses through the season 😀 UTV

[@richardlawes2697]

Keep ya head up Ollie. Can happen to anyone. I'm sure it will be made up for over the season

[@robertpowell7228]

We need a RB ASAP. No excuses Watkins misses were howlers.

[@Scotty-UK]

Fine margins that’s all, and the real fans know it. 3-0 up and that games dead and buried if either konsas shot/cross goes in, even Duran nearly headed it in so onwards and up wards. Roger’s going to be one of the best AM in the premier league in 18 months trust me, he’s getting there fast 💙💜

[@Omi_xo]

Should we be looking at Jadon Sancho or Adeyemi to link up with Maatsan on the left? I hope Nedeljkovic and Bailey start a good partnership... Rogers, Watkins are about to CLICK.

[@kevinjeenes]

Maatson shud b starting pete, his speed alone is superior to digne, and arguably he'd have stopped that saka cross for trossards goal

[@ricclark8162]

why do people say fine margins when they mean luck ? thanks for the great analytical podcast :)

[@kirktongue6544]

We should get confrence again anythink more will be a bonus

[@markoshea8060]

Great fun....there be in the top three, Arsenal was more than rattled and defended valiantly, but Villa is better. Believe it and start picking up the trophies.

[@erynpimentel915]

Nooo I still think of Watkins as young, don’t tell me he’s turning 29 in a few months!

[@cureit9161]

They took their chances we didn't simples, we will play a lot worse and win. Spot again Pete UTMV.

[@johndeakin9359]

Ha ha ha ha and people say we have to go paperless you can not make it up

[@davidfoulkes8907]

Rodgers tackle fell just right for him. Pure luck n Emi cock up. Other than that we bossed them

[@taichowditeacher442]

A maestro who dictated the tempo. Have we begun to miss Douggie Luiz? Who now dictates the TEMPO of our game?

[@christianc.2664]

@@taichowditeacher442 nope

[@gazavfc]

No… don’t agree. This Villa fan obsession to look backwards, when something goes wrong, and not forwards.. a la Grealish. Luiz wasn’t missed , we were BETTER in losing this season, then winning twice, last season. Onwards and upwards. ..and forwards!! Keep the faith, up the villa.

[@leftmono1016]

No

[@taichowditeacher442]

Who now dictates the TEMPO of our game?

[@davidfoulkes8907]

Watkins bread n butter finishes are his achlies heel.. Needs serious pressure for his place take him n us to another level. Watkins scores so many matches then goes dry for the next 4 or 5

[@stalinmao14]

watkins no goal in 6 now, 8 if you include conference league. Slighlty concerning, hopefully he can put some in at the king power

[@DavidAugustine-lc4cj]

Said it before, ill say it again! Watkins is a lovely lad, but lacks ruthless striker killer instinct!! Hes a 1 in 3 chance taker, and needs to a 1 in 2! TWO shocking misses when he had time to control ball or head into wide open goal! Honestly as an amateur striker Id have buried BOTH easy chances! Ollie is not a main striker for me! He's the striker supplier who assists a Main striker! He cant manage burden of Prem & Champs alone up front! I understand Unais fluid interchangeable team style up front, but id be happer with Watkins out left up front to run at left backs and a better clinical striker between posts in box! We need another Gary Shaw or Peter White! And Ollie isnt that clinical! Ollie should have won this game for us! 😮

[@EggBooze]

You say he's not sharp If that is so why is starting. Thats the reason duran is understandable upset

[@davidfoulkes8907]

Konsa played euros to.. He will put it right. Not fitness it's his technique that cost us. Champs draw Thursday and that will fire the players to perform.

[@jimmypopt.v.3037]

Re- the "average mucker" missing the Watkins chances. But that`s the whole point, he`s not the average mucker is he.

[@NobbyWright]

7:32 😂 We lost. Wrong choice by any metric.

[@GuitarJammerJohn]

No not wrong he wasn’t the reason we conceded it’s not like he came on and suddenly our defence fell apart.

[@davescott618]

Are you wearing make up, Pete? Full lipstick and eyeliner next week, mate! The true spirit of Punk Rock!!!

[@duncankilburn7612]

Great performance and would have won if Duran had started. Watkins embarrassing display.

[@keithgodfrey2023]

Drran must start at Lester,Watkins is off his game hanging around with Southgate at made him ill

[@thebladonator]

First!

[@Cripinub1]

Tbh seen more podcaster make an issue out of Ollie’s chances than the fans….. says a lot how you lot love to waffle, yes it’s your opinion and to say the fans couldn’t put that header away 😂😂 what a clown

[@adamhughes8612]

33rd 😂

[@EggBooze]

John duran is a better striker than watkins. It is only because watkins is english why he is starting plain & simple

[@AllanSmith-rl9rs]

has he been nobbled playing for England has every player before has left

[@EggBooze]

The english biased is shamefu