Steven Gerrard says that Villa is off to a perfect start.
It has been a long time since Steven Gerrard ran away in celebration.
He scored the goal in the draw with the Blues.
It was almost like the years had passed when the second goal by Tyrone Mings gave Villa a 2-0 lead.
The 41-year-old looks like a player. His manager ran away in celebration after his first-time effort hit the net. It wasn't a long-of-the-field job but it was noticeable. He was used to the feeling of ecstasy in his playing career.
As Villa began to see out the four minutes of injury time, Gerrard calmed down and was talking to his staff to make sure he hadn't missed anything.
The truth was confirmed by the celebration. Don't think about stepping stones or gambles. He is all in to be a success at Villa.
He said that he will always be authentic. If anyone doubts me, watch me after those goals. That is true.
The buzzes are the highs you miss as a player. You want to stay in the game because of them. They are my medication.
The Villa start with a win.
You should see me in games.
One of England's biggest clubs is Villa. It's not something that phases him, because his domestic experiences are covered by both Rangers andLiverpool.
He strode out of the tunnel in the corner of the stadium, down the touchline to his technical area, and the sense of purpose was evident again on matchday, 48 hours later.
He took his place by the touchline as the first whistle blew.
With either his hands in pockets or crossed across his chest, Gerrard was a study of calm instruction, the first part of which was given to Danny Ings within 30 seconds. He is not a very angry coach.
He threw his chewing gum away as Villa conceded a corner and from the press box you could faintly hear him calling Matt Targett, who was 20 yards away. There were a few minor complaints to the officials and a look of anguished frustration as John McGinn passed up a chance to shoot when the game was still level.
Even if the reality is somewhat different, it looks like he is in control, which is what he wants.
He said that you are trying to control your emotions, but you are kicking every ball.
I want to be visible and help them. Inside is what I was like as a player, that will to win. You should see me in staff games, five v five, six v six.
It's only the beginning.
His seat in the home team's bench remained empty during his first game in charge.
It was a good first night as a manager. He was back on the pitch without his tie after his children risked a kickaround while the groundsmen did their job.
There are a lot of challenges ahead. Villa had won for the first time since September, and in doing so, they made Gerrard the third new boss in 13 to enjoy a winning start.
What do I think? He said it was probably a combination of things. It was a big week and a big game on the back of losing five in a row, so it was a mixture of excitement and relief.
I can't be more proud of the players. They have followed the instructions we have given them.
I like seeing the players happy. We were tense at times, but I thought we finished the game very well. There are a lot of things to build on. We will get better in time.
