Newcastle vs Aston Villa Prediction & Tips, 17 Oct 2026
Premier League · 17:30
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League Table
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manchester City | 8 | 7 | 0 | 1 | +11 | 21 | |
| 2 | Arsenal | 8 | 7 | 0 | 1 | +8 | 21 | |
| 3 | Brighton | 7 | 5 | 1 | 1 | +18 | 16 | |
| 4 | Chelsea | 8 | 4 | 1 | 3 | +2 | 13 | |
| 5 | Liverpool | 7 | 3 | 3 | 1 | +1 | 12 | |
| 6 | Aston Villa | 8 | 3 | 2 | 3 | -3 | 11 | |
| 7 | Brentford | 7 | 2 | 4 | 1 | +5 | 10 | |
| 8 | Leeds | 7 | 2 | 4 | 1 | +3 | 10 | |
| 9 | Everton | 8 | 2 | 4 | 2 | -1 | 10 | |
| 10 | Ipswich | 8 | 3 | 1 | 4 | -4 | 10 |
Player Statistics
| Player | Min | G | A | Sh | On | Tkl | Y | R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lukas Hornicek | 630 | 0 | 0 | - | - | - | 1 | 0 |
| Sven Botman | 630 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| Lewis Hall | 629 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 17 | 0 | 0 |
| Harvey Barnes | 629 | 1 | 2 | 9 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Yoane Wissa | 609 | 1 | 1 | 14 | 4 | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| Lewis Miley | 548 | 0 | 0 | 1 | - | 9 | 1 | 0 |
| Joe Willock | 402 | 2 | 0 | 11 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| Aaron Ramsdale | 360 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Amar Dedic | 359 | 0 | 1 | 1 | - | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| Nico | 347 | 0 | 1 | - | - | 7 | 2 | 0 |
| Player | Min | G | A | Sh | On | Tkl | Y | R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jadon Sancho | 891 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| Victor Lindelof | 630 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Boubacar Kamara | 624 | 0 | 1 | 2 | - | 15 | 0 | 0 |
| John McGinn © | 571 | 1 | 2 | 7 | 3 | 10 | 2 | 0 |
| Emiliano Buendia | 540 | 1 | 0 | 10 | 2 | 18 | 1 | 0 |
| Matty Cash | 478 | 0 | 0 | 2 | - | 14 | 3 | 0 |
| Nicolas Jackson | 469 | 2 | 0 | 10 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Tyrone Mings © | 441 | 0 | 0 | 2 | - | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Ross Barkley | 349 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| Ian Maatsen | 330 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| George Hemmings | 299 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| Gomes Joao | 288 | 0 | 1 | - | - | 12 | 2 | 1 |
| Aaron Wan-Bissaka | 278 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 12 | 0 | 0 |
| Johan Manzambi | 257 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Pau Torres | 202 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Newcastle4-2-3-1
Aston Villa4-2-3-1
Substitutions
Substitutes
N. Pope
F. Schar
A. Bamba
S. Steur
J. Murphy
A. Dedic
T. Harwood-Bellis
L. Bogarde
B. Madjo
M. BizotInjuries & Doubts
Head to Head
Previous Meetings
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Final Result
NAV- 18'Joelinton
- 18'S. Botman
- 53'Nico
- 55'Y. Wissa
- 78'W. Osula
- 86'M. Thiaw
- 25'Joao Gomes
- 28'Alysson
- 36'J. ManzambiJoao Gomes
- 79'U. Emery
Match details
Substitutions
- 46'J. McGinn↔AlyssonAston Villa
- 56'B. Toure↔M. Fernandez-PardoNewcastle
- 56'W. Osula↔J. WillockNewcastle
- 72'L. Goretzka↔E. BuendiaAston Villa
- 72'R. Barkley↔Joao GomesAston Villa
- 72'I. Mbaye↔J. ManzambiAston Villa
- 77'P. Torres↔A. Wan-BissakaAston Villa
- 90'D. Burn↔JoelintonNewcastle
Contents
Our Prediction
Expected scoreline: 2-1.
Match Facts
- Competition
- Premier League
- Date
- Sat 17 Oct
- Kick-off
- 17:30
- Stadium
- St. James' Park, Newcastle upon Tyne
- Capacity
- 52,758
- Table Position
- Newcastle 14 · Aston Villa 6
Where to watch Premier League highlights
Premier League highlights are shown in the UK on BBC iPlayer and YouTube. Whether Newcastle vs Aston Villa is included depends on the broadcasters.
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Match Preview
Newcastle clash with Aston Villa in a high-stakes Premier League fixture. Our performance analysis evaluates pressing metrics and tactical duel success.
An electric atmosphere at St James Park sets the stage for a fiercely contested, high-tempo tactical duel.
- Newcastle score 1.8 goals per home game.
- Aston Villa average 1.6 goals away.
- High duel win rate for hosts.
- Both teams score in 68% of matches.
Newcastle exhibit relentless pressing intensity and vertical threat. Aston Villa maintain structured buildup and clinical counter-attacks.
High-Efficiency Tactical Setup: Newcastle vertical transitions. Defensive Vulnerability Insight: Villa half-spaces. High-Impact Substitution Patterns: Energy injection.
Injuries & Doubts
Form and Head to Head
Previous Meetings
- 14.02.2026FA CupAston Villa1 - 3Newcastle United
- 25.01.2026Premier LeagueNewcastle United0 - 2Aston Villa
- 16.08.2025Premier LeagueAston Villa0 - 0Newcastle United
- 19.04.2025Premier LeagueAston Villa4 - 1Newcastle United
- 26.12.2024Premier LeagueNewcastle United3 - 0Aston Villa
Recent head-to-head records are tightly balanced, with home advantage often proving decisive.
Key Stats
- 1.80xG1.55
- 1.9Goals/Match1.7
- 15.0Shots/Game13.8
Odds
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Cards and Corners
Physical midfield battle will increase yellow card frequency. Corner metrics balanced between both sides.
Verdict
Newcastle home intensity gives them the edge, but Aston Villa tactical discipline ensures a tight match.
FAQ
Who has the edge?+
Newcastle holds a slight home advantage.
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