Aston Villa fans are drooling they are ‘running out of words’ to describe the sterling performance of Marvellous Nakamba albeit recent several racial stereotypes.
Aston Villa said in a statement that they are ‘disgusted and appalled’ by footage on social media which appears to show fans ‘chanting a racist song’, which makes reference to two of the club’s first-team players.
Aston Villa Supporters’ Trust condemned the footage, describing the song’s contents as ‘a cheap and insulting stereotype’, and said they will be liaising with the club.
Former Villa striker Stan Collymore supported the club’s strong response, tweeting: ‘That’s our club’.
That's our club 💪🏾 https://t.co/JJdq4PLtBI
— Stan Collymore (@StanCollymore) October 7, 2019
The Zimbabwean midfielder on Saturday delivered yet another perfect performance in his side’s 5-1 thrashing of Norwich City in registering their second win of the Premier League campaign.
Nakamba made 50 touches in total, completed 31 passes, made 6 clearances and won 4 duels.
Struggling to think of a word to describe this man today. 🤔#PL #AVFC pic.twitter.com/Ir2uY70g8N
— Aston Villa (@AVFCOfficial) October 5, 2019
Aston Villa picked up an impressive 5-1 win at Norwich City yesterday as their excellent form this season finally clicked in a rampant Premier League triumph.
It was a brilliant performance from Dean Smith’s side and they thoroughly deserved the comprehensive manner of victory.
Aston Villa fans were very impressed with the performance of the Zimbabwe international.
As expected in a 5-1 win, there were some impressive attacking performances from Aston Villa players.
Jack Grealish had arguably his best game of the season so far whilst Anwar El Ghazi was a potent threat out wide. Wesley Moraes, despite a penalty miss, scored two goals to help him continue his settling in period at the club.
But one player who was the talk of Aston Villa fans after the win was midfield general Marvelous Nakamba.
I love Marvelous Nakamba #avfc
— Peter D (@peterdiggy) October 5, 2019
How marvellous is Nakamba?!
And how good does it feel that Nakamba’s back-up is a player with a Man City buy-back clause?
Our transfer business this summer was just incredible.#DoingAFulham #AVFC
— Rob Prince (@Robbb182) October 5, 2019
Nakamba has been a revelation since being brought in. Looks so calm and collected on the ball #avfc
— Chris Bedworth (@AVFCBedders) October 5, 2019
Marvelous Nakamba may well be the signing of the season so far. So calm on the ball, and always in the right place at the right time. You could argue Engels or Mings but Nakamba allows McGinn and Grealish more freedom. Great buy! #avfc
— avfchistory (@avfchistory) October 5, 2019
Marvellous Nakamba is looking a tremendous signing and a massive bargain at that. Nothing flashy but so effective, playing just in front of the back 4. Exceptionally busy and does the simple things so well. #avfc
— G-Mac (@GreggMac11) October 5, 2019
According to Sky Sports, Aston Villa spent £11 million to bring in the Zimbabwean from Club Brugge this summer. So far so good, it looks like money well spent. Nakamba looks the real at the West Midlands.
The dynamic midfielder provided a solid base for Aston Villa’s more creative players to truly showcase their attacking talents.
But one player who was the talk of Aston Villa fans after the win was midfield general Marvelous Nakamba.
It was a display that had Aston Villa fans united in praise and commendation for the Hwange born 25-year-old and hoping they get to see plenty more of him at Villa Park this season.
AVST’s statement read: “AVST is disappointed to hear about the chanting directed towards Marvelous Nakamba at the Norwich game. It’s a cheap and insulting stereotype that has no place in this day and age.
“Racist stereotypes are never acceptable. Hiding so-called support behind such words (is) reprehensible and (is) condemned by all decent Villa supporters.
“We will be contacting the club regarding the issue and will be working closely with them to ensure that it is addressed swiftly.”
Football’s authorities have stepped up their efforts to eradicate racist chanting, but the Villa song is the latest in a long list of similar incidents.
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