After playing badly on day one, playing even worse on day two wasn’t really on our agenda. Shows what we know.

Aston Villa were dreadful against Brentford, losing 1-0 and showing absolutely none of the positive traits that have dragged them into Europe three seasons in a row.

With the transfer window coming to a close, it’s painfully obvious that Villa still have work to do.

This week, we look at the Brentford defeat and preview the upcoming Premier League fixture against Crystal Palace.

Chris Nee and Steven Green also transfer options and the imminent redevelopment of the North Stand at Villa Park.

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