I wasn’t there tonight, but I can’t be doing with the ironic cheering which can only be destroying our own players. Does he need a break, yes very possibly, but let’s quit the friendly fire, kids 23. I’d like to hear his name sang out loud at the weekend. #Rogers #avfc

Tough summer, we’ve fallen behind many of the clubs behind us, not by choice. Little we can do but support the team, not dig them and the management on socials unfairly. Sensible & realistic views of what is achievable will be required. Top 10 would be a unbelievable season at this stage. #avfc

I said a few weeks ago I felt a summer like Newcastles last year was on the cards, been pretty similar. Sold one of home grown talents for the second summer in a row, restricted “for the good of the competition”. This summer has never been more clear of the plan, all for 6 teams. Time for change.

Reflection on yesterday. Bizot was solid, second half always tough with 10 men but clearly a red. Big shout out to Kamara who slotted in at CB with ease. Newcastle deserved to win but defending is equally a key part of the game, we did that well. Point gained in the end, we move on. #avfc

Villarreal v Barca in the US. We can all see where this ends for The EPL. Keep an eye on future small print in season ticket terms.

Imagine in 2012, Wigan Athletic placed 15th, place a bid to loan Peter Cech from Chelsea. Thanks what Man Utd have tried to do with Villa and Emi Martinez. It’s as ridiculous as it sounds. #avfc #mufc

Sharroonnn, have you seen my preds? In his last moments he made millions for charity, what an absolute true midlands legend. #ripozzy #heits

As tributes go, what Preston did there for Diogo Jota was pretty special. Tears at home watching a friendly was not on my agenda today. Incredible. #pne #liverpool

Can’t help but feel for Palace. Fans have waited for years, even though the club are no longer co-owned, they’ve been kicked out. City and Girona were fine though, one rule for one it would feel. Stinks the place out. #cpfc #uefa

Difficult watching clubs strengthen, no question. Newcastle didn’t sign anyone last summer for the same reason, could be the same outcome for us. Hopefully better positioned next summer. #avfc

If tommorow is to be Emi Martinez’s last dance in a Villa shirt, I’m just not ready for it. Probably THE keeper we’ll all talk about for years to come. What a player and character he’s been. #avfc

If Edens or Sawiris did that to Unai, which they absolutely would NOT, I’d be utterly embarrassed. Nuno has more credit in the bank than that, as do his players. All about him.
We are so lucky, count our blessings. #avfc

Disappointing yesterday, everything felt off all round. Don’t like to see the grief the players are getting on other platforms, not sure that lifts or helps anyone and over the course of the last two years, they’ve more credit in the bank. Palace the better team, well deserved. #avfc

Genuinely shocked that we’ve lost that appeal. No idea where Duran can place his feet at speed, no common sense applied. #avfc #duran

Wonderful performance from the whole team yesterday, Durans performance more than just his goal, pressed and pressured tirelessly. Rogers and Youri unplayable. #avfc

In poor weather conditions, happy with the result, could easily have scored more. Looking at the Saints, couldn’t help but be impressed with Tyler Dibling, what a player he’s going to be. #avfc

Plenty of credit in the bank, tough few weeks and not many positives to take from recent performances. Toothless, fragile & often our own downfall. Big week coming up, must start with a win on Wednesday. #avfc