Newcastle vs Aston Villa Preview & Prediction | 2023-24 English Premier League
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THE FACTS
When is Newcastle vs Aston Villa on and what time does it start? Newcastle vs Aston Villa will take place on Saturday 12th August, 2023 – 15:00 (UK)
Where can I get tickets for Newcastle vs Aston Villa? Visit each club’s official website for the latest ticket information
What TV channel is Newcastle vs Aston Villa on in the UK? Television rights for the Premier League in the UK are shared between Sky Sports, TNT Sports and Amazon Prime so it is worth checking their schedules for Newcastle vs Aston Villa
Where can I stream Newcastle vs Aston Villa in the UK? If Newcastle vs Aston Villa is televised, then it can be streamed on either Sky Go, discovery+ or Amazon Prime Video depending on who is broadcasting the match
THE LOWDOWN
NEWCASTLE
Despite the fact they had received significant investment from their wealthy owners, Newcastle exceeded expectations by finishing in the top four last season and Eddie Howe now has a job on his hands to maintain that league standard while competing in the Champions League.
It has been another productive transfer market for the Magpies though, with Tino Livramento, Sandro Tonali and Harvey Barnes improving an already talented squad.
ASTON VILLA
Aston Villa likewise enjoyed an excellent 2022-23 campaign, with former Arsenal boss Unai Emery working wonders after he took over the reigns from Steven Gerrard.
The midlands club have likewise made some smart additions over the summer, with Pau Torres, Youri Tielemans and Moussa Diaby joining the squad.
THE TEAM NEWS
NEWCASTLE
Javier Manquillo, Emil Krafth and Joe Willock are out of action, with the latter two not likely to return until after the first international break in September. Centre-back Fabian Schar, though, is likely to be fit after getting a week of training under his belt.
There could be debuts for summer signings Sandro Tonali and Harvey Barnes, but Howe will be cautious with Tino Livramento, who is coming back from a long-term injury.
PREDICTED XI (4-3-3): Pope, Trippier, Schar, Botman, Burn; Tonali, Guimaraes, Joelinton; Almiron, Wilson, Barnes
UNAVAILABLE: Krafth (Injured), Manquillo (Injured), Willock (Injured)
QUESTIONABLE: Schar (Fitness), Livramento (Fitness)
ASTON VILLA
Villa were dealt a blow this week with the news that Emi Buendia is likely to miss several months of action with a knee ligament injury, and he joins Tim Iroegbunam, Alex Moreno, Leander Dendoncker, Bertrand Traore, Jacob Ramsey and Jhon Duran on the sidelines.
New signing Moussa Diaby is in-line for his competitive debut, while Pau Torres and Youri Tielemans will also be hoping for a taste of action.
PREDICTED XI (4-4-2): Martinez; Cash, Konsa, Mings, Digne; McGinn, Kamara, Luiz, Bailey; Diaby, Watkins
UNAVAILABLE: Iroegbunam (Injured), Moreno (Injured), Dendoncker (Injured), Ramsey (Injured), Traore (Injured), Buendia (Injured), Duran (Injured)
QUESTIONABLE:
THE PREDICTION
This is undoubtedly one of the most eye-catching fixtures of the opening weekend of Premier League action, as both teams experienced excellent campaigns last time around and there is a general feel-good vibe surrounding both clubs. A competitive affair should ensue then, and with neither side wanting to give an inch to the other, don't be surprise to see this one end all square.
TIP: DRAW
