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Premier League 2025/26 – Matchday 1: Aston Villa vs Newcastle United
The Premier League returns with a bang as Aston Villa welcome Newcastle United to Villa Park on Saturday, August 16, 2025, for the first matchday of the new season. Both clubs have made bold moves in the summer transfer window, setting the stage for a fiery contest.
📅 Kickoff: 14:30 EEST
🌡️ Weather: 57°F, clear skies
📍 Venue: Villa Park, Birmingham
Latest Transfers (Updated August 2025)
Aston Villa – Summer Signings:
- 🧠 Marco Asensio (Real Madrid): Creative midfield maestro
- ⚡ Marcus Rashford (Manchester United): Explosive forward with Premier League pedigree
- 🛡️ Amadou Onana (Everton): Defensive midfield anchor
- 🧱 Ian Maatsen (Chelsea): Agile and attacking full-back
Newcastle United – Summer Signings:
- 🎯 Harvey Barnes (Leicester City): Direct winger with goal threat
- 🧠 Marc Guehi (Crystal Palace): Composed and physical centre-back
- 🧤 Giorgi Mamardashvili (Valencia): New No.1 goalkeeper
- 🔙 Jacob Murphy: Returns from injury to add depth on the flanks
Head-to-Head & Form Guide
|
Last 5 Meetings |
Result |
|---|---|
|
Apr 2025 (Villa Park) |
Aston Villa 4–1 Newcastle |
|
Dec 2024 |
Newcastle 3–0 Aston Villa |
|
Jan 2024 |
Aston Villa 1–3 Newcastle |
|
Aug 2023 |
Newcastle 5–1 Aston Villa |
|
Apr 2023 |
Aston Villa 3–0 Newcastle |
- Villa’s Home Form: Unbeaten in last 18 home matches; scored in 15 straight EPL home games
- Newcastle’s Form: Averaging 1.8 goals per match in last 10 games; 4 wins, 1 draw, 5 losses
Tactical Preview
Aston Villa (4-3-3)
- Manager: Unai Emery
- Key Players: Rashford, Asensio, Onana
- Style: High press, possession-based, wing play
Newcastle United (4-2-3-1)
- Interim Manager: Jason Tindall
- Key Players: Isak, Barnes, Guehi
- Style: Fast transitions, compact defense, aggressive pressing
Match Prediction & Betting Tips
|
Market |
Tip |
Odds (Est.) |
|---|---|---|
|
Full-Time Result |
Aston Villa Win (2-1) |
+135 |
|
Both Teams to Score |
Yes |
1.52 |
|
Over 2.5 Goals |
Yes |
1.47 |
|
Anytime Goalscorer |
Marcus Rashford |
2.10 |
Prediction: Aston Villa 2–1 Newcastle United
Villa’s home dominance and attacking upgrades give them the edge, but expect Newcastle to challenge.
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