Aston Villa vs Newcastle Prediction - Premier League
Aston Villa clash with Newcastle on Saturday evening in what should be a tense encounter. Both sides have performed strongly in recent weeks. It’s a fixture where either will be determined to win, although they shouldn’t underestimate their opponent’s quality.
Newcastle have had the upper hand in recent meetings with an astonishing 13 goals in their previous three meetings. Villa Park is a tricky venue to visit as it’s proven across the entirety of the 24/25 campaign. We could be in for a treat when this match gets underway.
Aston Villa vs Newcastle Prediction: Awesome Attacking Talent
England, Premier League, Saturday, April 19th, 17:30 (UK)
Aston Villa and Newcastle are fighting with several other clubs for a ‘Top 4’ finish in the Premier League this season. Two points separate the clubs, although Newcastle face Crystal Palace at St James’ Park on Wednesday night. We are unaware of the result at the time of writing. Unai Emery’s men were knocked out of the Champions League on Tuesday night in an epic encounter. An exciting match is likely when these sides clash on Saturday.
Villa Park has become somewhat of a fortress. Arsenal were the only side to have earned all three points in Villa’s first home game of the season. An unbeaten streak of 18 across all competitions shouldn’t be sniffed at. The January additions have impressed from the get-go. Malen, Rashford and Asensio have a combined 19 goal contributions. It’s been a while since Villa failed to score, 15 matches to be exact. I’m not expecting that streak to end this weekend.
Eddie Howe’s men boast the third-best away record in the league. The Magpies have won half of their 16 outings and have failed to score on three occasions. It’s an exciting attacking trio. Jacob Murphy has performed exceptionally, with 17 goal involvements this term. Harvey Barnes bagged twice against United last weekend and has five goal contributions in as many matches. There’s little to say about Alexander Isak. The Swede is a phenomenal talent. Will this be his last season at the club?
It’s difficult to back against Villa, considering they’re the hosts. They’ve proven to be a fantastic side at this venue. Seven visiting sides have left with a share of the spoils this term. Emery’s men are the favourites, although the prices are relatively close. The 0.0 Asian Handicap sees Villa priced at 1.70, with Newcastle at 2.10. The visitors should beat Palace prior to this encounter, they’d be sitting comfortably in third.
BTTS is priced at 1.53. We have two offensive-minded teams locking horns. The pair have 16 clean sheets between them this term across 63 matches. Villa have managed two shutouts here this term. Those came against Man United and Southampton, two of the lower-scoring sides. It’s five clean sheets in 16 away days for the visitors although each of those teams sits in 13th and below.
Watkins, Rogers, Rashford, Asensio and Malen should all feature on Saturday afternoon. Villa are dangerous in attacking areas, and I expect them to cause the Newcastle defence problems. It’s an important clash ahead of a potential place in the Champions League next season. The staff and players will be desperate for another crack in the biggest club competition on offer.
Newcastle have attacking options of their own. Isak, Murphy, Barnes, Gordon, and Wilson could all feature. They’re a talented bunch, with the former three in smashing form. The midfield trio are aggressive and won’t give the Villa side a moment of rest. I’d be surprised if Newcastle fail to get on the scoresheet.
The previous five Premier League encounters have provided plenty of goals, with 20 arriving in total. Each of those saw at least three strikes. An entertaining affair is likely between two strong outfits.
- Aston Villa vs Newcastle Prediction: Over 2.75 Goals (TRACKED BET)
- Best Odds: 1.83
- Bookmaker: bet365
- Stake: 4/10 (TRACKED BET)
Aston Villa vs Newcastle Prediction odds via bet365 as at 20:00, April 15th, 2025. Odds may now differ.
Aston Villa vs Newcastle Injuries, Team News and Possible Lineups
Aston Villa appear to have no injury concerns heading into this encounter.
Jamal Lascelles will not feature here, he’s suffering from a cruciate ligament injury. Sven Botman’s knee injury is forcing him out until early May. Lewis Hall has had a tremendous campaign. He won’t play again in the 24/25 campaign, unfortunately. The Englishman has an ankle injury.
Aston Villa possible starting lineup:
Martinez; Cash, Konsa, Mings, Maatsen, Onana, Tielemans, Rogers, Asensio, Rashford, Watkins
Newcastle possible starting lineup:
Pope; Trippier, Schar, Burn, Livramento, Guimaraes, Tonali, Joelinton, Murphy, Barnes, Isak
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