Saturday at Villa Park, Newcastle comes to town minus Alexander Isak while Ollie Watkins dresses for the home side. That really may be the ultimate difference in the season opener between these sides.

Game Details and How to Watch Aston Villa v. Newcastle United

Date: Saturday, August 16, 2025

Time: 7:30AM EST

Site: Villa Park

City: Birmingham, England

Network/Streaming: USA Network

Newcastle finished fifth in the Premier League last season, one place above Aston Villa, with both teams achieving 66 points. Newcastle won 20 games, while Aston Villa finished with 19 wins.

Eddie Howe’s club was poised to contend for a Top 3 position this season until Alexander Isak’s vow he would never again dress for the Magpies derailed those aspirations.

As mentioned, Villa offers a ma

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