Steven Gerrard Manager
Posted in2022-2023-Season Daily News

#PLStories- Steven Gerrard believes Southampton are more direct in their play this season #AVFC

September 16, 2022
ASTON Villa boss Steven Gerrard believes Saints have "recruited really well" over the summer and feels they have "gone a little bit more direct this season". Villa are set to host Saints tomorrow evening (8pm) as the Premier League returns, following a pause last weekend as a mark of respect after the death of Queen Elizabeth II. Saints are currently three points above Villa, sitting 12th in the Premier League table. They signed 10 players over the summer, with the likes of Romeo Lavia and Armel Bella-Kotchap in particular impressing early on. One of their more experienced recruits was midfielder Joe Aribo, who worked with Gerrard at Rangers. Discussing the challenge of facing Saints tomorrow, Gerrard said: “They’ve recruited really well, and he seems to be recruiting young players that are full of energy and have no fear. “I worked with one of them, Joe Aribo, up at Rangers and I know what he’s capable of. “They’re a dynamic team, they’re young and athletic. They’re capable of pressing in transition. They’ve gone a bit more direct and shown they’re up for the fight. “The challenge is there for us – it’s an exciting one. For us, it’s very much game on.” Asked about Saints boss Ralph Hasenhuttl, Gerrard added: “I’ve been impressed with his work. I like the way he’s really positive with how he goes about it. “They’re a pressing team. They’ve changed slightly and gone a little bit more direct this season. He likes to give youngsters a chance and play high-energy football. “During his tenure they’ve had some really impressive results and faced some issues, like ourselves. When you’re building these projects, they take time and a lot of hard work and effort. “I’m sure during his tenure he’s experienced what I’ve experienced during my short time at Villa.” A message from the Editor Thank you for reading this article - we appreciate your support in reading the Daily Echo. Subscribing to the Echo means you have unrestricted access to the latest news, features and Saints coverage - all with an advertising-light website. You will also have full access to Saintsplus, your new home for Southampton FC tactical analysis, features and much, much more. Don't just take my word for it - subscribe today. Follow the latest breaking news in the Southampton area by searching Southampton News - Breaking News and Incidents on Facebook Follow the latest court and crime news on our dedicated group by searching Hampshire Court and Crime News on Facebook
Steven Gerrard Manager
Posted in2021-2022-Season Daily News

#PLStories- Burnley do more than just ‘fight and compete’, says Aston Villa boss Steven Gerrard #AVFC #BURNLEYFC

May 7, 2022
ASTON Villa boss Steven Gerrard insists Burnley do more than just “fight and compete” ahead of his side’s trip to Turf Moor. The Clarets have won their last three matches as they bid to beat the drop and maintain their Premier League status. Gerrard has been impressed with what he has seen from Mike Jackson’s men in recent weeks and is expecting a tough test in East Lancashire. “Burnley have got their own style and identity, but I think it’s very disrespectful to say that Burnley just fight and compete,” he told the club’s website. “I’ve watched their last three or four games and they’ve got really good technical players. They’ve got a really strong mentality within the group and they’re desperate to stay in the Premier League. “If they achieve that, they’ve probably punched above their weight compared to other teams but that’s none of my business. My business is to take maximum points off Burnley tomorrow. “We’ve analysed a good, strong team that are on a new manager bounce, but my priority is to make sure Aston Villa go there and get the win.” Villa are currently 13th in the league table – six points above the Clarets, who have played an extra game. Gerrard is determined to finish the season strongly and build momentum heading into the summer. He added: “We want to finish in a place where we can be satisfied – I don’t think we’re going to be happy or celebrating anything this season because the team, from the beginning of the season to now, has underachieved. “In the remaining games, it’s about putting ourselves in a place that we can go and build on. “We can try and strengthen in the coming window, have a positive pre-season and reset everything going into a brand new season. Those are the short-term priorities.” Clarets on social, plus take out a subscription... Keep up to date with our Burnley coverage on social media by joining us on Facebook and Twitter Gain unlimited access to the Lancashire Telegraph website with a premium digital subscription Or if you want the Telegraph newspaper delivered to your door, get in touch with our home delivery team or call us on 0800 953 0227