-- Man City vs Aston Villa: DRAW --

Fl6j66 · 03-02-11, 09:04 AM

You bet 1.h X & 2.h X or do i need another coffee?

GOB · 03-02-11, 10:08 AM

I'll preface this by saying that I am a Villa supporter, but I agree with you and like Villa's chances to get a result. You do however, have to factor in that Darren Bent is cup tied and can't play today. I think Villa comes out fired up though considering Brum's league cup title last weekend, and only a home match with Reading awaiting the winner is keeping either of these teams from making the trip to Wembley.

RedDevil11 · 03-02-11, 10:19 AM

I think Citeh will win. A draw would be the absolute worse outcome for City. If they were to draw, they would need to play the replay the next Monday, then take a long flight to Kiev 3 days later followed by a FA Cup quarters the following Sunday. If anything, they'll want to end the draw tonight at the Eastlands. They have a real chance of making their first FA cup semis since 1981 now that they don't have to face Everton (their bogey team). Any chance of silverware this year will at least validate some of the massive spending by Sheik Mansour. Though I don't expect City to throttle the Villans like they did back in December at the Eastlands, I expect they'll have alot of possession and it will be another stern test for Villa's back 4 which has been pretty porous away from Villa Park. Villa's wingbacks, especially Delph, likes to move forward which may be dangerous on the counters against the likes of Tevez, Dzeko and if Silva plays. That might leave Reo-Coker to hold the back 4, which I'll give the advantage to City. Though I doubt Villa's defense will push forward too much as they'll be defending most of the match and likely 'park the bus'. Can see a bit of karma working against the Villans as well....as on Saturday at Villa Park, the fans laying out banners wishing Arsenal good luck and to beat Brum, their bitter rivals, in the Carling Cup finals.

good luck though

GOB · 03-02-11, 11:24 AM

Originally posted by RedDevil11

I think Citeh will win. A draw would be the absolute worse outcome for City. If they were to draw, they would need to play the replay the next Monday, then take a long flight to Kiev 3 days later followed by a FA Cup quarters the following Sunday. If anything, they'll want to end the draw tonight at the Eastlands. They have a real chance of making their first FA cup semis since 1981 now that they don't have to face Everton (their bogey team). Any chance of silverware this year will at least validate some of the massive spending by Sheik Mansour. Though I don't expect City to throttle the Villans like they did back in December at the Eastlands, I expect they'll have alot of possession and it will be another stern test for Villa's back 4 which has been pretty porous away from Villa Park. Villa's wingbacks, especially Delph, likes to move forward which may be dangerous on the counters against the likes of Tevez, Dzeko and if Silva plays. That might leave Reo-Coker to hold the back 4, which I'll give the advantage to City. Though I doubt Villa's defense will push forward too much as they'll be defending most of the match and likely 'park the bus'. Can see a bit of karma working against the Villans as well....as on Saturday at Villa Park, the fans laying out banners wishing Arsenal good luck and to beat Brum, their bitter rivals, in the Carling Cup finals.

good luck though

You had me until you said Delph at fullback, as that isn't his position. I think you meant Kyle Walker at right back on loan from Tottenham. Walker is really good going forward, but I think City could be able to exploit him, as he isn't the best defender.

Glada Tartan · 03-02-11, 11:26 AM

GL.. could go in!

RedDevil11 · 03-02-11, 11:34 AM

Originally posted by GOB

You had me until you said Delph at fullback, as that isn't his position. I think you meant Kyle Walker at right back on loan from Tottenham. Walker is really good going forward, but I think City could be able to exploit him, as he isn't the best defender.

GOB, Delph had to fill in at left back last match due to injuries and he's expected to do so again tonight. He filled in for Baker after getting hurt in a collision with Paul Robinson.

GOB · 03-02-11, 11:36 AM

Originally posted by RedDevil11

GOB, Delph had to fill in at left back last match due to injuries and he's expected to do so again tonight.

Ah you're right, I didn't realize Collins and Baker were still out. Then you're absolutely right, I expect City to attack Delph.

RedDevil11 · 03-02-11, 11:39 AM

Originally posted by GOB

Ah you're right, I didn't realize Collins and Baker were still out. Then you're absolutely right, I expect City to attack Delph.

Yah, I can expect Mancini to play Silva so he can run at Delph all game which isn't a good match up for Delph when he's playing out of position. Good luck though to you Villans.

bostonbruins · 03-02-11, 11:40 AM

On the over here , GL

vincanity15 · 03-02-11, 12:24 PM

Ill take Villa +0.5 gl

PickApprentice · 03-02-11, 12:30 PM

I don't know about you people, but I see a City win. Don't think I am going to play outright as there is no value on City.

shinobi90 · 03-02-11, 12:32 PM

im hitting the unders

The Special One · 03-02-11, 12:49 PM

MNC is a dumb team, they could OBVIOUSLY win this game, but if you catch them on a typical BAD day, you can earn some decent cash...

reformed · 03-02-11, 01:59 PM

i'm on villa ML +525...i like the value

Ruifgalmeida · 03-02-11, 02:03 PM

I think it is a bit of square play, but city will win

RubberKettle · 03-02-11, 02:04 PM

No-ones playing Arsenal V Orient? Haven't seen a thread or anything.

I think under is a solid pick there. Arsenal will be fielding a reserve side. If Orient can hold out at even 1-0 down we can win. Waiting for the lineups but like the under. Looking to bounce back from yesterdays loss with Untie v Chelsea. Frickin Sideshow Bob. Also kind like Arsenal under 2.5 tt better than ev too.

mrpooh · 03-02-11, 02:21 PM

love over 1 1/2 +200 first half. Villa will come out firing, either leading to an early goal, or giving one up early. either way, 2+ is easy

RubberKettle · 03-02-11, 03:23 PM

Wow Im ice cold. Arsenal are winning this game 4-0

mrpooh · 03-02-11, 04:18 PM

Originally posted by mrpooh

love over 1 1/2 +200 first half. Villa will come out firing, either leading to an early goal, or giving one up early. either way, 2+ is easy

Hope you tailed me

chivemmali · 03-02-11, 04:21 PM

5-0 Arsenal :

GOB · 03-02-11, 04:24 PM

This match was over when Houllier named the team. Left out Young, Downing, Albrighton. Doesn't make a lot of sense...

RubberKettle · 03-02-11, 05:00 PM

Damn cup games, they always sucker us in.
Managers playing games with their lineups and teams that could careless. Never never play them for more than 1/2u.

The Special One · 03-02-11, 06:20 PM

Originally posted by RubberKettle

Damn cup games, they always sucker us in. Managers playing games with their lineups and teams that could careless. Never never play them for more than 1/2u.

I hope nobody put much on this game because of me...

I bet out of this pick with the over...

RubberKettle · 03-02-11, 08:11 PM

Originally posted by The Special One

I hope nobody put much on this game because of me...

I bet out of this pick with the over...

Yeah I hope not.
Midweek games have not been kind to me this week.

No decent games tomorrow, might play Dortmund on Friday, but I hate Friday Bundesliga mindfuks.