Newcastle vs Aston Villa

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Premier League · Oct 17, 2026 · 16:30

Final score: Newcastle 0–1 Aston Villa

Match preview

St. James' Park prepares for a captivating Premier League clash on October 17, 2026, as Newcastle host Aston Villa. The Magpies, with a 38% win rate this season (12W 6D 14L), have endured a mixed bag of late, winning two and losing three of their last five outings. Their home advantage will be crucial as they look to improve on their current standing.

Aston Villa arrive with a more robust record, boasting a 52% win rate (17W 7D 9L) and a marginally better goal difference. Their recent form mirrors Newcastle's to some extent, with two wins, one draw, and two losses in their last five. Head-to-head encounters have been unpredictable, including a recent 3-1 Newcastle victory at Villa Park, but also a 2-0 win for Villa at St. James' Park.

The odds suggest a tight contest, with Newcastle marginally favoured at home (win probability 45%, odds 2.167). The draw also holds a significant 45% probability (odds 3.92), highlighting the potential for a stalemate. With both teams scoring and conceding regularly this season, the "over 2.5 goals" market at 1.68 looks enticing. Expect a tactical battle, with Newcastle aiming to leverage their home support against a resilient Villa side eager to consolidate their stronger league position. The midfield duel and defensive solidity will likely dictate the outcome.

Standings

Newcastle: #12 · 11 Pts · 8 P (3W 2D 3L)
Aston Villa: #9 · 12 Pts · 9 P (3W 3D 3L)

Recent form

Newcastle

L Oct 12, 2026: Coventry 4–1 Newcastle
W Sep 19, 2026: Newcastle 2–1 Hull City
L Sep 14, 2026: Leeds 4–1 Newcastle
D Sep 5, 2026: Newcastle 2–2 Bournemouth
W Aug 29, 2026: Tottenham 0–2 Newcastle

Aston Villa

W Oct 14, 2026: Aston Villa 6–0 Fenerbahçe
D Oct 10, 2026: Aston Villa 2–2 Brentford
W Sep 19, 2026: Tottenham 2–3 Aston Villa
L Sep 12, 2026: Aston Villa 1–2 Nottingham Forest
W Sep 8, 2026: Club Brugge KV 2–3 Aston Villa

Head-to-head

2026-02-14T17:45:00+00:00: Aston Villa 1–3 Newcastle
2026-01-25T14:00:00+00:00: Newcastle 0–2 Aston Villa
2025-08-16T11:30:00+00:00: Aston Villa 0–0 Newcastle
2025-04-19T16:30:00+00:00: Aston Villa 4–1 Newcastle
2024-12-26T15:00:00+00:00: Newcastle 3–0 Aston Villa

Lineups

Newcastle (Formation: 4-2-3-1)

21. L. Horníček, 67. L. Miley, 12. M. Thiaw, 4. S. Botman, 3. L. Hall, 6. Nico González, 28. J. Willock, 23. J. Murphy, 9. Y. Wissa, 11. H. Barnes, 20. M. Fernandez-Pardo

Aston Villa (Formation: 4-2-3-1)

1. Z. Suzuki, 2. M. Cash, 3. V. Lindelöf, 14. Pau Torres, 29. A. Wan-Bissaka, 8. B. Kamara, 6. R. Barkley, 7. J. McGinn, 44. J. Manzambi, 19. I. Mbaye, 11. N. Jackson

Match events

18' Card Yellow Card — Joelinton (Newcastle)
18' Card Yellow Card — Sven Botman (Newcastle)
25' Card Yellow Card — João Gomes (Aston Villa)
28' Card Yellow Card — Alysson Edward Franco da Rocha (Aston Villa)
36' Goal Normal Goal — Johan Manzambi (Aston Villa) (assists: João Gomes)
45' subst Substitution 1 — Alysson Edward Franco da Rocha (Aston Villa) (assists: John McGinn)
53' Card Yellow Card — Nico González (Newcastle)
55' Card Yellow Card — Yoane Wissa (Newcastle)
56' subst Substitution 1 — Matias Fernandez-Pardo (Newcastle) (assists: Bazoumana Touré)
56' subst Substitution 2 — Joe Willock (Newcastle) (assists: William Osula)
72' subst Substitution 2 — Emiliano Buendía (Aston Villa) (assists: Leon Goretzka)
72' subst Substitution 3 — João Gomes (Aston Villa) (assists: Ross Barkley)
72' subst Substitution 4 — Johan Manzambi (Aston Villa) (assists: Ibrahim Mbaye)
77' subst Substitution 5 — Aaron Wan-Bissaka (Aston Villa) (assists: Pau Torres)
78' Card Yellow Card — William Osula (Newcastle)
86' Card Yellow Card — Malick Thiaw (Newcastle)
90' subst Substitution 3 — Joelinton (Newcastle) (assists: Dan Burn)