Aston Villa v Newcastle United live stream, TV channel, prediction: Watch Premier League online
Matchweek 2 of the Premier League season continues with Aston Villa v Newcastle. Check out the live stream information and more to know.
Aston Villa and Newcastle were part of the two most goal-heavy games of the Premier League’s opening week, but neither came out with a victory.
The Villans fell behind 3-0 to Watford then valiantly tried to engineer a comeback, ultimately falling 3-2 with goals from John McGinn and Danny Ings.
Newcastle enjoyed a 2-1 lead over West Ham in the first half of their game thanks to goals from Callum Wilson and Jacob Murphy. The second half was a disaster as the Hammers scored three goals in 13 minutes, winning 4-2.
Last season, Villa come out of Villa Park with a 2-0 win over Newcastle. The two played to a 1-1 draw when they met at St. James’ Park in March.
How to watch Aston Villa v Newcastle United on TV
When time is kick-off? Saturday, Aug. 21 at 10:00 a.m. ET
Where is the match played? Villa Park
What TV channel is the match on? NBCSN, fuboTV for live streaming
Who’s the referee? David Coote
Who’s on VAR duty? Jarred Gillett
Aston Villa team news
Aston Villa have Douglas Luiz back from the Olympics with Brazil, so Marvelous Nakamba may face a challenge in the midfield.
As for striker Ollie Watkins, there’s a possibility of him being available Saturday, but he’ll be evaluated from his bruised knee through the week.
Newcastle United team news
The Magpies will hope to have goalkeeper Karl Darlow back soon, but his recovery from COVID-19 has created an unclear timeline.
Martin Dubravka, Paul Dummett and Elliot Anderson remain in doubt with injuries.
Aston Villa v Newcastle United predicted lineups
Aston Villa: Emiliano Martinez; Matt Targett, Tyrone Mings, Ezri Konsa, Matty Cash; Marvelous Nakamba, John McGinn; Ashley Young, Emiliano Buendia, Anwar El-Ghazi; Danny Ings
Newcastle United: Freddie Woodman; Matt Ritchie, Ciaran Clark, Federico Fernandez, Emil Krafth, Jacob Murphy; Miguel Almiron, Jonjo Shelvey, Isaac Hayden; Callum Wilson, Allan Saint-Maximin
Aston Villa v Newcastle United prediction
Aston Villa should have the edge here with a chance to rebound from their opening loss. Being at home is a boost and they have a better squad than their opponents. Newcastle will open the campaign with two losses.
Prediction: Aston Villa 2-Newcastle 1