Striker Debate: Should it now be Watkins, Rashford or both?

[kippaxvilla2]

Ordinary World was better than Blame it on the Boogie.  (Duran v Jackson).

[Risso]

This really just could have been discussed in the match thread, and your constant drive to start unnecessary threads, and then continuously bump them is extremely tiresome. When's your next holiday, out of interest?

[ChicagoLion]

It could be Watkins or Duran, Watkins and Duran, Watkins and A N Other, Duran and A N Other or A N Other or An Other or A N Other and A N Other or neither, depending on who Emery picks.

Done.
Close the thread.

[kippaxvilla2]

No need for insults!

I’m merely trying to debate a very important topic of discussion!

I will leave now and return after the next cyber update I mean international break.

No need for further discussion .  Up the Villa!

[LostInMunich]

The rotational fouling of Footy is a really gruesome and depressing aspect of this site.

The guy's posting style is not going to change. This is who he is. If you don't like it, just ignore it.

[kippaxvilla2]

He’s not real you know.

[Risso]

The rotational fouling of Footy is a really gruesome and depressing aspect of this site.

The guy's posting style is not going to change. This is who he is. If you don't like it, just ignore it.

And if you don't like the replies, the same goes for you.

[paul_e]

Goodness have we lost the ability to debate and discuss?

Emery said yesterday they can play individually or they can play together. So that's what I'm asking and encouraging debate to who you would start or if would play them together.

Maybe it needs a few more matches for people to get on board but I think it's quite a discussion topic.

Duran level is very high and he would be a likely start for a lot of other Prem teams. Certainly over half the teams in league would love him. I even think he would start for Chelsea or Man Utd maybe even Spurs or Arsenal and Liverpool
Same as Watkins being better than what most have in the league:

Duran or Jackson - Duran
Duran or Solanke - Duran
Duran or Jota /Nunez - Duran
Duran or Havertz - Duran

I would say Isak is on par. And only Haaland better than either Watkins or Duran

I'm not sure you've ever had it. That said in an individual match thread there's an opportunity to discuss what might be best baased on who we're playing, who's in form, if there are any injuries, what the schedule looks like, etc. All of which fits into the well established mtch threads we have on the forum.

If you want to spread the discussion to cover the whole season then there's nothing to discuss, Watkins will start games, Duran will start games and sometimes they'll both start games so the only answer that makes any sense is yes.

[Footy-Vill]

This really just could have been discussed in the match thread, and your constant drive to start unnecessary threads, and then continuously bump them is extremely tiresome. When's your next holiday, out of interest?

Well, I never meant to annoy you or anyone, it just came to mind after reading the comments about Watkins and Duran and thinking it was a good debate. I only wanted to contribute to the discussion. I seem to get on the wrong side of you and others without intending to, and I wonder how much is my fault and how much is due to people's differing views on what constitutes good discussion.

The only intentions are positive for the HandV community. I will not start any more threads until the end of October! As a challenge to myself and that I hopefully be treated more fairly in doing so

However, I will bump any threads that I consider necessary, and they are not all mine I just do it because its the thread that most appropriate to put my thoughts . So at moment Tielemans and Emery's appearance on the main discussion board first page appeals to me in particular because I see them as key.

Okay, let's get back to being respectful and reasonable?
I won't write in this topic till after the game, but most likely tomorrow, thank you.
And apologies to anyone who misunderstands my aim to dispute topics about which I am fascinated or excited! But please don't drive me away and not make me feel welcome, it's not a great feeling.
I will always listen to reasonable suggestions and people being honest. I will also do whatever moderator orders but I certainly didn't intend to spoil site.

Good Day

Up the Villa!

[LostInMunich]

The rotational fouling of Footy is a really gruesome and depressing aspect of this site.

The guy's posting style is not going to change. This is who he is. If you don't like it, just ignore it.

And if you don't like the replies, the same goes for you.

Are you offering to ignore Footy? Seems the best solution: then I won't need to ignore your playground insults.

[Bad English]

Goodness have we lost the ability to debate and discuss?

I don't think so. It could be part demographic, part technology as the forum ages and gradually becomes home to Millenials and various lost souls should really be on TikTok or Instagram 'Reels'.

[dave.woodhall]

How about we all post on, or ignore, topics we're interested in or not, respectively?

[Risso]

The rotational fouling of Footy is a really gruesome and depressing aspect of this site.

The guy's posting style is not going to change. This is who he is. If you don't like it, just ignore it.

And if you don't like the replies, the same goes for you.

Are you offering to ignore Footy? Seems the best solution: then I won't need to ignore your playground insults.

The ‘you’ in my sentence was a huge clue as to who I was talking about.

[Stu]

This really just could have been discussed in the match thread, and your constant drive to start unnecessary threads, and then continuously bump them is extremely tiresome. When's your next holiday, out of interest?

Well, I never meant to annoy you or anyone, it just came to mind after reading the comments about Watkins and Duran and thinking it was a good debate. I only wanted to contribute to the discussion. I seem to get on the wrong side of you and others without intending to, and I wonder how much is my fault and how much is due to people's differing views on what constitutes good discussion.

The only intentions are positive for the HandV community. I will not start any more threads until the end of October! As a challenge to myself and that I hopefully be treated more fairly in doing so

However, I will bump any threads that I consider necessary, and they are not all mine I just do it because its the thread that most appropriate to put my thoughts . So at moment Tielemans and Emery's appearance on the main discussion board first page appeals to me in particular because I see them as key.

Okay, let's get back to being respectful and reasonable?
I won't write in this topic till after the game, but most likely tomorrow, thank you.
And apologies to anyone who misunderstands my aim to dispute topics about which I am fascinated or excited! But please don't drive me away and not make me feel welcome, it's not a great feeling.
I will always listen to reasonable suggestions and people being honest. I will also do whatever moderator orders but I certainly didn't intend to spoil site.

Good Day

Up the Villa!

Hey Footy-Vill,

Let’s get straight to the point: it’s clear from your post that you’re frustrated with how things have been going. While I get that you’re passionate and want to contribute to the discussion, it’s crucial to recognize how your approach can affect the overall tone of the forum.

If you want to be taken seriously and avoid rubbing people the wrong way, it’s important to think about how your comments come across. Sometimes, it’s not just about the content but also the delivery. If you want to bump threads or add your thoughts, make sure it’s done in a way that adds value rather than stirs unnecessary conflict.

It’s good that you’re willing to take a step back and reflect on how you’re contributing, but let’s make sure your future posts are more constructive and respectful. Everyone’s here to enjoy the discussion and support our team, so let’s keep that in mind and avoid making things more complicated than they need to be.

Let’s move forward with a better attitude and focus on keeping things respectful and reasonable. No one wants to drive you away, but we do want a positive and engaging environment for all.

[Mellin]

Or, alternatively, you could just carry on being exactly who you are and if you don't fit in their box...fuck 'em.