Yesterday, he responded to Sky Sports pundit Jamie Carragher’s praise of his team’s defensive performance, especially … Watch: Quick thinking by fuel attendant saves them from hijackers as... Woman pulls a shocker as she confesses to sleeping with hubby’s... New details emerge on the technician who died in the Airforce... Madam Boss and Lorraine Guyo dance challenge in a boat: Video. He had an overall rating of 7.8 out of 10, which was higher than any other player on the field. “But we’re never going to turn our noses up at a good value deal to bring a player in. Onwards and upwards #AVFC, In other news, After Konate, Romano has update on yet another Bundesliga player Liverpool reportedly want. Villa had gone three games without a victory prior but were impressive against Newcastle. The club’s official Twitter posted Nakamba with a Zimbabwean flag soon after the win over Brighton and wrote a short caption which read: “Doing his country proud with every performance.” Our plans are already looking forward to the summer window and what we’re going to do there. According to football website Sofascore, the 25-year-old had 77 percent pass accuracy, won four tackles, had four interceptions and won the ball nine out of 10 times. We’ve got Douglas Luiz, Marvelous Nakamba, Ross Barkley and John McGinn. The midfielder started in Aston Villa’s goalless draw against Burnely on Thursday night and played the entire ninety minutes. The Zimbabwe international has for a long time been linked strongly with a move away to Turkish Super League giants, Galatasaray, where many critics have suggested he could get more game-time. We deserved all three points and the team worked unbelievably hard, unfortunately, it was not meant to be, plenty of positives build momentum into next week,” said Mudimu. Nakamba made 50 touches in total, completed 31 passes, made 6 clearances and won 4 duels In possession and out of it, Nakamba looks the real deal and here’s how Aston Villa fans reacted to his display: Obvious frustration with the result, but I've got to say I really like the look of Nakamba #avfc, Seriously rate Nakamba pic.twitter.com/B8Vcr2GvNW, Oh! #AVFC pic.twitter.com/jrBm1NTqUL, Positive. Have something to tell us about this article? Dean Smith’s side were held to a 2-2 draw with Burnley at Villa Park, having taken the lead on two occasions. ZIMBABWE international Marvelous Nakamba put up a good show for Aston Villa despite his team losing 3-2 to Arsenal at the Emirates yesterday. Already, the side has a glut of midfielders and they have since given one of the linkmen, Conor Hourihane, the blessings to join Championship side Swansea on loan. On the day he signed a new contract, Jack Grealish delivered another reminder of his class to help Villa emerge unscathed from a tough and bruising Carabao Cup tie at Burton. Nakamba, an £11 million signing from Belgian side Club Brugge, who did not feature in the Claret and Blue’s opening three Premier League games, played the full 90 minutes on his debut. There’s the possibility of some outs as well,” Smith was recently quoted by the Birmingham Mail. “Sometimes you have to take the players’ view on board as well and it was a good decision for both Conor and the football club because he goes out and gets games and comes back to Aston Villa in the summer.”. Marvellous Nakamba Nakamba appeared to come off worse from a heavy collision with a DRC player in a tussle for possession in the Warriors’ 2-1 win over the Congolese in Kinshasa on ... team manager Wellington Mupandare yesterday said the knock was nothing to worry about, and the midfielder is available for selection. Word on the street is that the former Star FM 326Express show host will bounce back to our ears on the first week of February. Marvelous Nakamba (born 19 January 1994) is a Zimbabwean professional footballer who plays as a central midfielder for Premier League club Aston Villa and the Zimbabwe national team Club career Early career. It was a bitterly disappointing day for Aston Villa, who have lost eight points from winning positions in the Premier League this season, but there were some positives. Marvellous Nakamba. Kept possession really well in the heart of Villa’s midfield,” observed Preece in his review for the Birmingham Mail yesterday. SkySports gave him a rating of 7/10 while Villa special correspondent at Birmingham Mail, Ashley Preece, felt the Zimbabwean midfielder deserved a 7.5 rating. Nakamba’s confidence should get better this term, his composure on the ball in his own defensive third in possession is encouraging but the build-up of the forward and offensive play is the delicate missing part in the jigsaw puzzle of his overall performance. Nakamba back in Aston Villa colours as he played 90 mins, CHAN Finals: Zimbabwean football now in the doldrums as Warriors suffer another defeat, PSL get sponsor, domestic football return set for July, Irresistible Prince Dube gets improved contract, ZIFA speaks on its hacked Facebook account, Kaizer Chiefs ace Willard Katsande yearns for one last time with the Warriors. That catalogue of errors does not however take away from what was a dominant Manchester City … The Phil Foden -ikay Gundogan Show and The Nakamba Performance! By now, everyone has gotten used to the fact that Douglas Luiz is the preferred choice for the Aston Villa midfield anchor-man role. Pics, Zambian opposition leader blames Zimbos for SA xenophobic attacks. 9 talking about this. And targett is definitely our LB for the season now. The 27-year old was given a rare start by Smith, having struggled to earn a first team place with Douglas Luiz and John McGinn being preferred ahead of him. View the player profile of Aston Villa Midfielder Marvelous Nakamba, including statistics and photos, on the official website of the Premier League. But, it was Nakamba’s steady performance at the heart of the midfield which must have impressed thousands of Zimbabweans who watched the game on TV at various locations across the country yesterday. Nakamba Hailed For Great Performance After Coming In For Drinkwater Zimbabwean midfielder has been praised for his brilliant defensive display after coming on in the second half in the 2-3 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday. Ankaraspor are currently at the bottom of the log with 10 points from 18 games. When asked if he is currently short in midfield given Hourihane’s exit, Smith said: “It was a calculated risk but I also feel that young Jacob Ramsey now has stepped up to the plate and is ready for Premier League action. The Zimbabwean midfielder yesterday delivered yet another flawless perfomance in his side’s 5-1 thrashing of Norwich City in reigistering their second win of the Premier League campaign. Marvelous Nakamba was brought to Villa to rotate as a midfield battler. He made it easy for Manchester City to put defending champions Liverpool to the sword. Zimbabwean international midfielder Marvelous Nakamba, who has been subject of intense speculations during the current transfer window, has proved why he […] Nakamba, who started for … The Birmingham based side were beaten 3-2. Another Zimbabwean international, Alec Mudimu, who recently moved from Moldova to Turkey in search of game-time, marked his debut for the Turkish Lig 1 side Ankaraspor with a goalless draw against Eskisehirspor on Saturday. “A point away from home and a clean sheet which is important to build from. I’ve said before that’s what I admire about him. Aston Villa coach Dean Smith has heaped praise on Zimbabwean midfielder Marvelous Nakamba after he put up a good show on Saturday when the Claret and Blue edged Arsenal 1-0. But the former Bantu Rovers man proved he is still a reliable player in the tough English Premier League and was in fine top form alongside Brazilian David Luiz in only his second full game for this season. The 26-year-old came on as a replacement for Danny Drinkwater on the hour mark and made some crucial blocks […] He gifted Manchester City three goals in the 4-1 hammering. {{#media.focal_point}}. Conor was frustrated that he wasn’t getting minutes and he’s a player that wants to play. Watch out for Shumba as returns to his job which he is very good at. Marvelous Nakamba put on an average performance on his first start in the EPL this season. Aston Villa midfielder Marvelous Nakamba was given a starting place against Leicester City yesterday. The club’s manager, Smith, has always played his cards close to his chest. Manchester United, Liverpool kick-off delayed after fans invade Old Trafford pitch... Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scored as Arsenal defeated Newcastle 2 – 0, Driver on the run after knocking down police officer in Kwekwe, Ritual blood found still fresh 45 years later, Another pay rise for civil servants in June, Ladies lover Hell Commander showing off new bae? A much welcome 90 minutes for Nakamba who proved his worth to Villa’s squad with a good performance as he broke up play whenever he could. Nakamba was not overawed by the occasion as he battled against World stars – Kevin De Bruyne […] The 27-year-old put up a blinding performance in midfield as a Dean Smith’s men defeated Newcastle 2-0 at Villa Park on Saturday night. Aston Villa fans on Twitter are drooling over Marvelous Nakamba’s performance on Saturday. & at long last we have a proper DM i thought Nakamba was outstanding yesterday, keeps that kind of standard going he will truly live up to his name (Marvelous) #avfc, What I took from yesterday’s game, Marvellous Nakamba is quickly becoming one of my favourite players #avfc, Nakamba officially took over from Engels as my favourite new signing. 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. The midfielder has apparently been struggling for minutes and this has led to many theories about his future at the English Premiership club. Did well on his return," he added. {{#media.focal_point}}, {{#media.media_details}} Aston Villa’s biggest win on the road remains the 6-1 thrashing of Bolton Wanderers on September 19, 2009. Emotional send-off for AFZ Chopper pilots: Pics. Did well on his return,” he added. Luiz’s consistence is however Marvelous Nakamba’s setback- the Zimbabwean midfielder’s role at Villa Pak is now a peripheral one and he rarely features for the Midlands side. John McGinn enhanced his reputation with a third goal of the season, Matt Targett made his Premier League debut and a certain Marvelous Nakamba showed English football what he could do. “Delighted, and very honoured to make my debut today,” he said on his Twitter account on Saturday night. #avfc, Was this man anything but marvellous today?Marvelous Nakamba is our Man of the Match. A much welcome 90 minutes for Nakamba who proved his worth to Villa's squad with a good performance as he broke up play whenever he could. Yesterday, he posted another accomplished, tidy performance in midfield and one that should’ve been for a winning team. Marvelous Nakamba received a match rating from FC of 7.6 for his performance and Aston Villa won the match with a score of 2-0. Only Ezri Konsa (8.5), Bertrand Traore (8) and skipper Jack Grealish (8) were rated higher. The debate about Nakamba being able to survive the January transfer window was revived last week with news that Villa were chasing after Olympique Marseille midfielder Morgan Sanson. Nakamba bails out 1 000 schoolchildren The Daily News 16:29 15-Apr-21 Nakamba targets one million kids Bulawayo24News 07:32 15-Apr-21 Aston Villa star Nakamba pays school fees of 1,000 pupils in Zimbabwe Goal.com 00:35 15-Apr-21 The Brazilian has cemented But he did not look out of place in Saturday night’s game against Newcastle, probably to remind Villa manager Smith of how much he can still offer to the side. Despite the excellent performance, Dean chose to overlook Nakamba and returned McGinn to the starting line-up for Villa’s visit to Burnley on Wednesday. The Zimbabwe international was brilliant with possession and, according to unofficial statistics, he completed 64 of his 65 passes. Laughing is sometimes medicine to your sorrows.so laugh and laugh and laugh The amazing run for Villa and Nakamba, ended after 407 minutes. … “Always offered short from goal-kicks and looked unflustered against Newcastle’s midfield. The 27-year-old put up a blinding performance in midfield as a Dean Smith’s men defeated Newcastle 2-0 at Villa Park on Saturday night. Nakamba, who cost Villa £11 million from Club Brugge and is earning £32 500-a-week at Villa Park, had last played a league game more than five weeks back when he featured in the goalless draw against Burnley. Marvelous Nakamba great nutmeg vs Crewe Alexandra 27.08.2019 MARVELOUS NAKAMBA put on another master class performance for Aston Villa, who scored in stoppage time at the end of both halves, en-route to a 2-1 victory over a 10-men Brighton at Villa Park yesterday. He was used from the bench in all the previous games of the campaign and the opportunity came after the […] “Back in for his first start and first taste of match action since Burnley in mid-December, some five games ago. In yesterday's match Nakamba turned back the hands of time to his days at Bantu Rovers as he linked with his former teammate at the Bulawayo … Nakamba back in Aston Villa colours as he played 90 mins. ”I think I’ve always said that this is going to be a quiet window for us. Zimbabwe international Marvelous Nakamba put up a good show for Aston Villa despite losing 3-2 to Arsenal at the Emirates yesterday. The win lifted them to eighth position on the log standings. The 25-year-old Warriors midfield maestro partnered Henri Lansbury and Conor Hourihane in a three men midfield as Villa coach Dean Smith shuffled his pack. Nakamba back in Aston Villa colours as he played 90 mins. Nakamba had largely played cameo roles this term but he returned to the starting line-up after he was slotted in as a replacement for suspended Scottish international, John McGinn. Villa has hinted they want to retain their squad although there is a possibility for a few alterations. He also made more ball recoveries than any other Aston Villa player after he was involved in eight successful interceptions. He received a match rating of 6.8. “He was unlucky that he didn’t score against Man City when he came on in the week. They are hoping to maintain the momentum and move away from the relegation zone. It was a brilliant performance from Dean Smith’s side and they thoroughly deserved the comprehensive manner of victory. Nakamba appeared to come off worse from a heavy collision with a DRC player in a tussle for possession in the Warriors’ 2-1 … Zimbabwe international midfielder Marvelous Nakamba had another brilliant outing for English Premiership football side Aston Villa after playing the full 90 minutes in the club’s vintage 1-0 win over struggling giants Arsenal at Villa Park yesterday. How bloody good is Nakamba?! Other exemplary match performances of Marvelous Nakamba in this period were: • Leeds Utd - Aston Villa , played on 27 February 2021 for the Premier League (Regular Season). The lovable DJ who gained a large following at Star FM together with his then partner in crime KVG is seen on a video…Learn More. A much welcome 90 minutes for Nakamba who proved his worth to Villa’s squad with a good performance as he broke up play whenever he could. Zimbabwean international midfielder Marvelous Nakamba, who has been subject of intense speculations during the current transfer window, has proved why he is still key for English Premiership football side Aston Villa. The Zimbabwe international is looking like an exceptional find by Smith, who spent only £11 million on taking him to the West Midlands. They play Burnley next tomorrow before Southampton away next week. Did well on his return,” he added. Former Star FM DJ Phathisani Sibanda returning to radio. Marvelous Nakamba impressed for Aston Villa again on Saturday. Yesterday, he posted another accomplished, tidy performance in midfield and one that should’ve been for a winning team. It was a horror show by Liverpool goalkeeper , the usually reliable Alisson Becker. Smith, though appears to remain happy about the defensive side of his team. 'Better than Barkley': Some Aston Villa fans react to 'exciting' club tweet about 9-goal wonderkid, John McGinn claims Aston Villa have a player even who’s even fitter than Ollie Watkins, After Konate, Romano has update on yet another Bundesliga player Liverpool reportedly want, {{#media.media_details}} MARVELOUS NAKAMBA got a big test of his pedigree in the English Premier League against champions Manchester City and the Zimbabwean star midfielder did not look out of place at the Etihad despite Aston Villa’s 0-3 loss yesterday. That should ’ ve got Douglas Luiz is the preferred choice for the season now profile! 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