Times are Tough

Villa was able to hang on to a 1-1 draw today vs. Swansea.  A point is positive, but we are in the midst of a long dry spell.  Many supporters seem to be getting restless with PL and the team.  Boos coming from the Villa Park stands is difficult to hear.  No doubt this is a hard time for Villa supporters.  Injuries continue to plague us.  Our depth is limited to none.  Our scoring threats are in a deep slump.  I'm hanging in there with this team and the manager.  It is hard to feel like things could be worse, but we are still not as bad off as we were last year.  Keep the faith.

Nice FA Cup Result

It was good to see the boys get a win...1-3 over Bristol Rovers in Round 3 of FA Cup.  Those last few minutes sure were a little stressful (giving up a goal to Bristol because of a huge mistake on defense and then almost giving another goal on a penalty kick).   I really liked seeing the young guns out there and the energy that they exude.  Side note: after watching them play on that pitch, it sure makes you appreciate the pristine ground at Villa Park.  It is easy to get spoiled playing on premier league quality pitches.  We have drawn either Arsenal or Leeds ofr the 4th Round (Leeds and Arsenal play today). 

Villa v. Chelsea - Sergio, AVFC California Member

AVFC California member Sergio S. was in Birmingham for the Villa v. Chelsea match this past weekend and he submitted these photos. Sergio is on the far right proudly hoisting up the California state flag with his friends! UTV!



First Set of Photos from Birmingham

George has sent us some photos from his Saturday at Villa Park.  He said that he will send us some narrative later tonight.  Way to go George!!

The North Stand

The Holte End "The 12th Man"

George @ Steven Warnock's locker

Villa Dressing Room

At the top of of the tunnel above the dressing rooms

Visiting Team & Match Officials Dressing Rooms

Villa Dressing Room

The Interview Room

Voted the Best Pitch in the Premiership by the Players

On the pitch in front of the Holte End

The North End (from the parking lot)

Outside the Holte Tavern

The Holte Tavern

the Holte Tavern

George & the AVFC California Flag

AVFC California!!

the Holte End from the Exec boxes