Aston Villa vs Newcastle United Preview

Tuesday’s Premier League action concludes at Villa Park as high-flying Aston Villa and European hopefuls Newcastle United clash, aiming to return to winning ways. Unai Emery’s Aston Villa seeks retribution after suffering a 5-1 defeat in the reverse fixture back in August and continues their push for a top-four finish this midweek.

Aston Villa, despite a recent rocky patch, remains in contention for UEFA Champions League qualification. Their recent goalless draws against Chelsea and Everton, coupled with a Boxing Day collapse at Old Trafford, have highlighted vulnerabilities. However, they still harbor hopes for a shock title push in the final months of the campaign.

Newcastle United secured a 2-0 victory over Fulham in the FA Cup fifth round, providing a much-needed boost. Despite sitting 14 points outside the top 4 in the Premier League, head coach Eddie Howe hopes the cup fawa news win serves as impetus for a fine run of form in the second half of the league campaign.

Team News & Tactics

Aston Villa

Aston Villa faces several injuries, with Buendia, Mings, Torres, Olsen, and Ramsey ruled out. However, there's hope for Lucas Digne's return. Bertrand Traore is unavailable due to Africa Cup of Nations commitments. Clement Lenglet may start in Torres’s absence, and Kamara plays a vital role on . Leon Bailey may start ahead of Diaby which is on Fawanews .

Probable Lineup (4-4-2): Martinez; Cash, Lenglet, Konsa, Moreno; Tielemans, Luiz, Kamara, McGinn; Bailey, Watkins

Fawanews Newcastle United

Newcastle United faces a quick turnaround with possible returns of Murphy, Barnes, and Willock. Tonali, Pope, Anderson, Targett, and Joelinton remain out. faanews aston villa Trippier, Livramento, and Dubravka are expected to play key roles. Isak leads the line, supported by Murphy and Gordon on the wings.

Probable Lineup (4-3-3): Dubravka; Trippier, Schar, Botman, Livramento; Longstaff, Guimaraes, Miley; Murphy, Isak, Gordon