Aaron Danks

Here's the talking points on a memorable afternoon at Villa Park with Aaron Danks detailing his 'pinch yourself' moment as the Holte End chanted his name ...

‘Is it something of sod’s law Villa should play so brilliantly after Gerrard had left?’ was the question posed to Danks in the press room, with the interim coach lauding Villa’s attacking talent which, unlike Gerrard, he managed to get the very best out of by playing with two wingers and a creative No.10 behind Ings up front. I want to get the best out of people I work with. We’ve got some top players at this club and we knew the goals would come.” I want players to express themselves and to enjoy themselves. It was put to Danks in the press room if he’d like the job on a permanent basis, to which he replied: “Nah, I haven’t even thought about that. He kept saying it’s important we support the team today and stick with them throughout. Purslow and Sawiris are both based in the capital and talks could well progress off the back of Amorim’s appearance in north London. From the return of ‘Crazy Train’ being played pre-match to fans serenading the players and Danks himself, it all felt like we had our Villa back again. We had a corner and they countered and the whole team was sprinting behind the ball and, for us, that showed we’re a good team. For me, there’s a long term goal with this football club and whatever role I have in that is an exciting role.” BirminghamLive’s [Ashley Preece](https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/all-about/aston-villa-fc) was at Villa Park for us and here’s the talking points on a special, special afternoon in B6… All 10 outfield players rushing over to celebrate with Watkins was a great moment as well knowing just how desperate the striker had been for a goal, his first at Villa Park in over five months.