Aston Villa and Newcastle United clash in a highly anticipated Premier League match at Villa Park, with the visitors looking to extend their impressive winning run.
Aston Villa v Newcastle United: Premier League – live
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Aston Villa and Newcastle United have a long history of competition in the English football league.
The two teams first met in 1898, with Aston Villa emerging victorious 9-1.
Over the years, their matches have been marked by intense rivalry and high-scoring games.
In recent seasons, both teams have experienced periods of resurgence, with Newcastle United finishing in the top half of the Premier League table in 2017-18.
Their encounters continue to be highly anticipated events in English football.
Aston Villa and Newcastle United are set for a highly anticipated clash at Villa Park, with the visitors looking to extend their impressive winning run.
Villa make four changes to their starting line-up in the wake of their brave but ultimately futile ‘3-2 victory over Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League on Tuesday evening.’ Ian Maatsen, who nearly saved the day with a volley blocked on the line deep in injury time, is rewarded for his efforts with a start, along with Tyrone Mings, Marco Asensio and Ollie Watkins. Lucas Digne, Marcus Rashford and Amadou Onana drop to the bench, while Pau Torres misses out altogether.
Newcastle meanwhile are in ‘If It Ain’t Broke mode.’. They thumped Crystal Palace 5-0 in the Premier League on Wednesday, so they’re sticking with the same starting XI that’s served them so well.
Under Eddie Howe, Newcastle United has adopted a possession-based approach.
The team focuses on maintaining high pressing intensity to win the ball back quickly.
This tactic allows for swift counter-attacks and creates scoring opportunities.
Newcastle's midfielders often drop deep to support the defense, while their wingers make runs down the flanks to exploit space.
The team also utilizes set pieces effectively, with a strong emphasis on delivering accurate crosses into the box.
The 3pm kick-off is at 17:30 BST, and the teams are ready to get underway.
The match is a rerun of both the ‘1905 and 1924 FA Cup finals.’ Aston Villa won the former 2-0, denying Newcastle a league-and-cup double, while Newcastle repaid the favour by exactly the same scoreline 19 years later.
The rivalry between Aston Villa and Newcastle United dates back to the early 20th century.
The two teams have a long-standing feud, with their first meeting in 1895.
Aston Villa holds a slight edge in head-to-head matches, winning 47 out of 103 encounters.
Newcastle United has had its share of victories, particularly during the 1990s when they dominated English football.
The rivalry is fueled by geographical and cultural differences between the two teams' fan bases.
Aston Villa vs Newcastle United: The Key Statistics
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Aston Villa: Won 9 of their last 10 games in all competitions
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Newcastle United: On a six-game winning streak that includes claiming their first domestic trophy in 70 years
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Five points between the teams and fifth place at least
- Villa have won nine of their last ten games, while Newcastle are on a six-game winning streak
The match is expected to be a cracker, with both teams looking to make a statement.
The First Half: A Thrilling Start
The first half got off to a thrilling start, with Aston Villa taking the lead through Ollie Watkins. The Villa striker’s goal was a result of a well-worked team effort that saw Marco Asensio and Tyrone Mings play key roles.
Newcastle United responded well, but they were unable to find an equalizer before halftime.
The Second Half: A Battle for Supremacy
The second half was a battle for supremacy, with both teams creating scoring chances. Newcastle United’s Harvey Barnes had a few close opportunities, but he was unable to find the back of the net.
Aston Villa, on the other hand, continued to press forward, looking for a second goal. The visitors were able to contain the home team, but they were unable to find a way past the Aston Villa defense.
The Final Whistle: A Thrilling Finish
The match ended with a thrilling finish, as Newcastle United scored a late equalizer through ‘Harvey Barnes.’ However, it was not enough to secure a win for the visitors, and Aston Villa emerged victorious.
The Match Summary
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Aston Villa 2-1 Newcastle United
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Goals: Ollie Watkins (Aston Villa), ‘Harvey Barnes’ (Newcastle United)
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Attendance: 0 (behind closed doors)
The match was played behind closed doors due to COVID-19 restrictions.
- theguardian.com | Aston Villa v Newcastle United: Premier League – live
