Aston Villa vs Newcastle: Premier League 2025/26 kicks off at Villa Park
Aston Villa and Newcastle United meet this Saturday (16) at Villa Park in the opening round of the Premier League 2025/26 season. Kick-off is at 8:30 a.m. (Brasília time), with live coverage on Disney+.
High Expectations After Strong Campaigns
Both sides enter the new season on the back of strong performances Villa reached the Champions League quarter-finals, while Newcastle lifted the Carabao Cup and finished 5th in the league, securing Champions League football.
Villa Keep Core Squad Intact
Unai Emery’s team made no major summer signings, losing only Marcus Rashford and Marco Asensio after loan spells ended. However, star forward Jacob Ramsey could be on the move, with Newcastle negotiating his transfer.
Newcastle Strengthen Amid Transfer Drama
The Magpies have already added Anthony Elanga, Aaron Ramsdale, and Malick Thiaw, and could soon welcome Ramsey. But they also face uncertainty as Alexander Isak pushes for a Liverpool move. The club is monitoring Brazilian striker Rodrigo Muniz to reinforce the attack.
What’s at Stake
For Villa, it’s a chance to start another European-chasing season with momentum. For Newcastle, it’s about proving they can balance domestic and Champions League commitments without losing competitiveness.
