Newcastle lacked a cutting edge without star striker Alexander Isak and drew 0-0 at Aston Villa on Saturday in the Premier League's opening round. Isak was left out as he tries to push for a move to defending champion Liverpool.

Sources: Newcastle could be prompted to make a move for an Aston Villa forward if the Villans secure a Premier League transfer

Villa Park is the scene for the Premier League season openers of a pair of UEFA Champions League competitors: Aston Villa and Newcastle United.

Newcastle United face Aston Villa in a Premier League match on Saturday, August 16, 2025 (8/16/25) at Villa Park in Birmingham, England.

How & Where to Watch Aston Villa Vs Newcastle United? Live Stream Online, TV Channels & Expected Starting Lineups originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Aston Villa will host rivals Newcastle at home in their opening fixture of the Premier League.

Preview the matchup between Aston Villa and Newcastle United with predictions, odds, over/under, betting lines and more.

The team's home stadium is where Ozzy played his final Back to the Beginning show in July before his death at 76.

New Aston Villa goalkeeper Marco Bizot insists he knows his role this season will be to serve as Emi Martinez's deputy after keeping clean sheet on impressive debut against Newcastle