⚽ Match Overview
- Fixture: Newcastle United vs Aston Villa
- Date: Saturday, April 19, 2025
- Kickoff Time: 18:30 BST
- Venue: St James' Park, Newcastle upon Tyne
Newcastle United host Aston Villa in a Premier League game both sides must win to advance their European qualification aspirations. Villa will look to rebound quickly from a narrow Champions League elimination, while Newcastle are hoping to seal top-four status.
Head-to-Head Statistics
- Total Premier League Meetings:5
- Newcastle Wins:2
- Aston Villa Wins:1
- Draws:1
- Goals Scored:Newcastle 67, Aston Villa 4
Newcastle has dominated recent encounters, winning five of the last six games against VillaHowever, Villa's impressive home record could play a deciding role in this game
Team Form
Aston Villa:
- *Recent Form: W-W-L-W-DD
- *League Position: 7h
- *Last Match: Lost to PSG 3-2 (Champions Leagu)
Villa have been dominant at home, winning nine out of their last ten games at Villa Par. They are now just one point off fifth-place Chelsea in the standings.
Newcastle United:
- *Recent Form: W-W-W-W-WW
- *League Position: 3d
- *Last Match: Defeated Crystal Palace 50
Newcastle are on a six-game winning run, showing their attacking prowess and cementing their position in the top fou.
Predicted Lineups
Aston Villa (4-2-3-1):
- Martíez- Konsa, Carlos, Lenglet, Morno- Luiz, Kamra- Bailey, McGinn, Diby- Watkns
Newcastle United (4-3-3):
- Dúbraka- Trippier, Schär, Botman, Brn- Longstaff, Guimarães, Miey- Murphy, Isak, Goron
Not: Both sides have key players injured. Villa misses Buendía, Mings, Torres, and Ramsey, while Newcastle is missing Joelinton, Tonali, Pope, Anderson, Willock, and Target.
Key Players to Watch
Aston Villa:
- Ollie Watkins Villa's leading goal scorer, crucial in breaking Newcastle's defese.
- Leon Bailey Provides pace and flair on the flaks.
Newcastle United:
- Alexander Isak Top scorer with 21 league goals, threat in the attcking thrd at all times.
- Bruno Guimarães Controls the midfl and begins crucial plys.
Match Predicton
With the momentum of both teams at present and the urge to play European football, this game will be an intense afair.
Predicted Scor: Aston Villa 2-2 Newcastle Uited
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