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Smith shocked with defeat

Aston Villa manager Dean Smith said that he cannot understand the defeat against Swansea in the FA Cup. His team was beaten 3-0 at home in the 3rd round of the FA Cup. He said that this is the first time since he has taken charge of the club that his players did not show any commitment and fighting spirit in order to win the game.

He believes that his players were not interested in the game and that this is a thing that he cannot understands. He said that the FA Cup is an important competition and that he would have loved to win this game. He said that it is not wrong to lose a game but it is wrong to lose it without putting on a fight. He said that having a good FA Cup run can help provide additional motivation for the team as well as the fans and that it would have been a great thing if they could have beaten Swansea.
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Aston Villa fans furious after defeat against Southampton

Aston Villa fans were angry after yet another poor performance from their team.

Indeed, Aston Villa who has already been relegated from the Premier League produce an unconvincing performance in a match where they lost 4-2.

The interim coach, Eric Black stated that he understands the Villa fans reaction as they have witnessed a miserable season for their club. He added that they have every reason to behave like this and that he does not want to tell them what to do.


Even the Southampton manager, Ronald Koeman felt sorry for the Aston Villa players and said that he has never witnessed such an atmosphere when playing away. Indeed, the fans did not come at the stadium to support their team but rather to vent their anger.

Each time a Villa player had the ball they were booed by their own supporters. It was tough for the players to perform in these conditions but this is what happened when you play poorly for a whole season. Only Ashley Westwood, Jordan Ayew, and Alan Hutton was cheered by the fans as they recognized these players were giving everything they have for the club. Continue reading Aston Villa fans furious after defeat against Southampton

RT @optajoe: 0 – None of the players named on the bench for Everton v Aston Villa today had ever made a PL appearance before the match. Inexperience.

RT @optajoe: – None of the gamers named on the bench for Everton v Aston Villa these days had ever before created a PL physical appearance just before the match. Inexperience. – by philtymo (phil tyman)

B-team fury: Capello hits back at angry fans after sending five key England players home

B-crew fury: Capello hits back at angry fans soon after sending 5 crucial England gamers property
Fabio Capello has defended his decision to send five crucial men again to their clubs forward of England’s market-out friendly with Ghana at Wembley on Tuesday night.

Neymar set for return to England
Neymar, the next Brazilian sensation, will be taking part in in England next summer season – whether or not he signs for a Premier League club or not.

BARRY PRIDE AT ENGLAND CAPTAINCY
Gareth Barry admits being named captain for England’s pleasant with Ghana is a “massive moment” in his career. Manchester Metropolis midfielder will consider the armband in opposition to the World Cup quarter-finalists following John Terry was launched from the squad more than the weekend.

RT @MirrorFootball Aston Villa players ‘ready to quit’ at mobile phone ban in dressing room. Ashley Cole woruld deffo leave chelsea for this

RT @MirrorFootball Aston Villa players &aposready to quit&apos at mobile cellphone ban in dressing area. Ashley Cole woruld deffo depart chelsea for this – by JohnnyCov (John Coventry)

Trapattoni not worried by players drinking

Trapattoni not concerned by players consuming
Republic of Ireland boss Giovanni Trapattoni has no difficulty permitting his gamers to let off steam with an occasional drink.

Final opportunity for England Underneath-21s to impress coach Stuart Pearce ahead of European Championship finals
Gamers will be out to impress coach Stuart Pearce ahead of he names his squad for the European Championship finals.

IRELAND HOPE Important DUO WILL BE Fit
Marco Tardelli is convinced Republic of Ireland stalwarts Robbie Keane and Richard Dunne will be ready to lead the fight for precious Euro 2012 qualifying points in opposition to Macedonia.