Aston Villa vs Newcastle United – Predicted lineup and team news | OneFootball

Aston Villa launch their 2025/26 Premier League season with a home clash against Newcastle United at Villa Park on Saturday.

The Villans host the Magpies in the campaign’s opening weekend, seeking to regain momentum after dropping to sixth place last term despite an early push for the top four.

A mixed pre-season saw Unai Emery’s men notch several victories but also expose some backline frailties, and they will aim to start strongly against a Newcastle outfit coming off a trophy-winning year but recent struggles in warm-up games.

Aston Villa vs Newcastle United – Predicted lineup and team news

Aston Villa team news

Marco Bizot is poised to start between the posts after his switch from Brest for an undisclosed fee, stepping in as Emiliano Martínez serves a ban from a red card in the 2024/25 finale versus Manchester United.

Striker Evann Guessand, snapped up from Nice for £30m, could also feature for the first time, alongside promising talents Yasin Ozcan and Zepiqueno Redmond.

Tyrone Mings is set to bolster the back four after regaining full sharpness. Morgan Rogers has overcome recent training setbacks and should be ready, though Ross Barkley and Andres Garcia are doubtful due to minor injuries.

Aston Villa predicted lineup

Aston Villa predicted XI: Bizot; Cash, Konsa, Mings, Maatsen; Kamara, Tielemans; McGinn, Rogers, Malen; Watkins.

When is Aston Villa vs Newcastle United?

Aston Villa host Newcastle United at Villa Park on Saturday, 16th August 2025. Kick-off in Birmingham is 12:30 PM BST.

How to watch Aston Villa vs Newcastle United?

UK viewers can catch the match on TNT Sports, with build-up from 11:30 AM BST. It streams live through the TNT Sports app and discovery+ for those subscribed.

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