Newcastle United vs Aston Villa Preview - 12/08/2023 - Premier League
The Premier League has unveiled the fixtures for the highly anticipated 2023/24 season, with Newcastle United set to kick off their campaign at home against Aston Villa on August 12, 2023.
Under the guidance of head coach Eddie Howe, the Magpies enjoyed a spectacular campaign, securing a coveted top-four finish for the first time since the Bobby Robson era in the 2002/2003 campaign.
This remarkable achievement marks their long-awaited return to European football's elite competition, the UEFA Champions League. With their return to such a prestigious stage, the club now aim to establish themselves as a regular presence in European competitions and consistently compete for a top-four spot in the league.
Moreover, building on the team's ambition and drive showcased throughout the season, Newcastle is also daring to dream of mounting a serious title challenge. The club's newfound success has ignited a renewed sense of optimism among fans and players alike, as they set their sights on achieving sustained excellence and cementing their place among the Premier League's elite.
Meanwhile, Unai Emery's arrival at Aston Villa has injected new life into the club, offering a breath of fresh air for the team and its supporters. With prior experience managing Arsenal, the Spaniard brings a wealth of knowledge to Villa and has swiftly transformed the club's fortunes after the departure of former manager Steven Gerrard.
The last meeting between these two sides took place on April 15, resulting in a commanding 3 - 0 win for Villa on their home turf.
Read Newcastle United's 2023/24 Premier League fixture list in FULL
Match Officials Confirmed for Newcastle United vs Aston Villa
Referee: Andy Madley. Assistants: Richard West, Nick Hopton. Fourth official: Graham Scott. VAR: Simon Hooper. Assistant VAR: Harry Lennard.
Newcastle United vs Aston Villa Prediction - 12/08/2023 - Premier League
This season, Villa have found themselves in a more promising position compared to their struggles in the previous campaign, particularly during the intense relegation battle. Emery's impact has been instrumental in rejuvenating the team and helping them rise above their previous difficulties.
Nevertheless, based on our comprehensive analysis of various performances, including recent performances and player statistics up until shortly before the match, it indicates that Newcastle have better one-on-one situations. Considering the additional advantage of playing at their home ground, our assessment suggests that Eddie Howe's team are the favored team to win this match.
Prediction: 2 - 0
Newcastle United vs Aston Villa Preview - Predicted Lineups
Newcastle United XI: Dubravka; Trippier, Botman, Burn, Targett; Anderson, Longstaff, Tonali; Almiron, Isak, Murphy
Aston Villa XI: Martinez; Cash, Carlos, Torres, Digne; Kamara, Tielemans; McGinn, Buendia, J Ramsey; Watkins
Newcastle United vs Aston Villa Head-to-Head
- Aston Villa 3 - 0 Newcastle United
- Newcastle United 4 - 0 Aston Villa
- Newcastle United 1 - 0 Aston Villa
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