Newcastle's Dominant 3 - 0 Victory in Last Head - to - Head

Aston Villa has been on an impressive winning streak, securing victories in their last four Premier League matches. Their most recent success came as they convincingly defeated Southampton 3 - 0 away at St. Mary's Stadium. Under Unai Emery's guidance, the team controlled 60% of the possession and had ten shots on target. Ollie Watkins, Donyell Malen, and John McGinn were the goal - scorers in that match.

On Tuesday night, Villa faced Paris Saint - Germain (PSG) in the second leg of the Champions League quarter - finals at home. They won the individual game 3 - 2, although they were eliminated from the competition after losing 5 - 4 on aggregate.

Meanwhile, Newcastle United has also been in excellent form, achieving five straight wins after defeating Crystal Palace. Their most recent triumph was a resounding 5 - 0 victory at St James' Park. The Tyneside club dominated possession, holding the ball for 60% of the game, and had seven shots on goal. Jacob Murphy and four other players contributed to the scoring.

Newcastle has a strong record against Villa, having won their last three meetings. In their most recent head - to - head, Newcastle, playing at home, claimed a 3 - 0 victory at St James' Park. Looking at the previous 10 encounters between the two sides, Newcastle has emerged victorious five times, Villa three times, and there have been two draws.

Aston Villa – Last 10 League Games

Villa have 5 wins, 2 losses and 3 draws, averaging 1.6 goals from 5.2 shots on goal and 13.7 attempts. The Villans have averaged 55.8% possession, 461.9 passes and 6.6 corners per game, with the opposition getting 1.2 goals from 4.0 shots on goal, 12.5 attempts and 3.9 corners.

Top goalscorer Ollie Watkins has found the net 4 times, with Donyell Malen and Marco Asensio scoring 3 each. Morgan Rogers has the most assists with 3, while goalies Emiliano Martinez and Robin Olsen collectively have 3 clean sheets.

Newcastle United – Last 10 League Games

Newcastle have won 7 and lost 3, averaging 12.0 attempts, 4.4 shots on goal and 2.3 goals. Eddie Howe's side average 47.5% possession, 415.2 passes, 4.6 corners awarded and 5.3 corners against them, while 1.4 goals have been conceded from 4.0 shots on goal and 11.4 attempts.

The top scorers have been Alexander Isak with 6, Jacob Murphy on 5 and Harvey Barnes 4. Jacob Murphy has been chief assist maker on 4, with Nick Pope recording 3 clean sheets in the previous 10 games.

Predicted & Confirmed Lineups

Aston Villa predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Emiliano Martinez (GK), Ezri Konsa, Pau Torres, Axel Disasi, Ian Maatsen, Boubacar Kamara, Youri Tielemans, Marco Asensio, John McGinn, Marcus Rashford, Ollie Watkins.

Newcastle predicted lineup (4-3-3): Nick Pope (GK), Kieran Trippier, Fabian Schaer, Daniel Burn, Valentino Livramento, Bruno Guimaraes, Sandro Tonali, Joelinton, Jacob Murphy, Alexander Isak, Harvey Barnes.