Aston Villa vs Newcastle United - Premier League Match
Betting Odds
1
2.40
41.7%
X
3.40
29.4%
2
2.87
34.8%
Match Details
Match Preview
Aston Villa vs Newcastle United Preview: Premier League Clash
Aston Villa will host Newcastle United at Villa Park on Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 14:30 UTC in what promises to be an exciting Premier League encounter. Both sides will be looking to secure all three points as they continue their campaign this season.
Current Form & Recent Results
Aston Villa head into this game in strong form, collecting 3 wins from their last 5 outings.
Newcastle United head into this game in strong form, collecting 3 wins from their last 5 outings.
Head-to-Head Record
Newcastle United have enjoyed success in this fixture historically, winning 18 of the last 45 encounters compared to Aston Villa's 11 wins. With 16 draws between them, the visitors will be confident of continuing their positive record.
Expected Tactics & Formations
Aston Villa are expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, while Newcastle United will likely deploy a 4-3-3 system. The tactical battle between these two setups could prove decisive in determining the outcome.
Match Officials
C. Hatzidakis will be the referee for this fixture.
Match Prediction & Analysis
This promises to be a tightly contested affair with little separating these two sides on paper. Both teams will fancy their chances of victory, and the match could go either way. Expect an entertaining encounter with plenty of action and possibly goals at both ends.
Key Facts
- Kick-off: Saturday, August 16, 2025, 14:30 UTC
- Venue: Villa Park
- Competition: Premier League
- Aston Villa Position: 3rd (43 pts)
- Newcastle United Position: 6th (32 pts)
- H2H Record (Last 45): Aston Villa 11W - 16D - 18W Newcastle United
- Referee: C. Hatzidakis