Smith n Terry it is then

[yubbywelch]

I say It all the time, the players are the ones we need to look at....

But for once lets have a manager that at least plays them in their positions

[MissWinnie]

I absolutely love that he's cleaned the Holte steps! Good interview find, Sam!

I've still got a bit of a bitter taste in my mouth regarding the events surrounding Bruces's departure, but none of that is Smith's fault.

It's a shame his dad has dementia, so won't be able to go and watch him - I imagine he would have been bursting with pride. I knew Smith was a boyhood Villa fan, but never realised his attachment to the club ran that deep - really lovely.

Like Picasso says, I hope everyone gives him a chance and enough space to breathe, and bed himself into the job, without duress, even if things don't go according to plan to begin with.

Welcome, Mr Smith and good luck!