The Premier League match between Aston Villa and Newcastle is set to take place this afternoon, with both teams in impressive form. The game will be broadcast live on talkSPORT, and both sides are vying for a top-four finish. Newcastle have won their last five league games, while Aston Villa have been victorious in six of their last seven.
Unai Emery, who is currently the manager of Aston Villa, turned down the Newcastle job last year after their takeover went through. Eddie Howe stepped in and has since led the Toon to their current position. However, Emery has no regrets about rejecting the chance to go to St James’ Park, as he has propelled Aston Villa into sixth place, nine points off the top four.
While a finish in the Champions League places might be beyond them this season, Aston Villa will be looking to stop Newcastle’s impressive run. They have won their last three home games against the Toon at Villa Park.
The starting lineups for both teams have been announced. Aston Villa will field Martinez, Young, Konsa, Mings, Moreno, Luiz, Dendoncker McGinn, Ramsey, Buendia, and Watkins. Newcastle will start with Pope, Trippier, Schar, Botman, Burn, Guimaraes, Joelinton, Willock, Murphy, Gordon, and Isak.
TalkSPORT will have live commentary from Clive Tyldesley and former England striker Dean Ashton. Fans can tune in to talkSPORT or talkSPORT 2 through the website or listen via the talkSPORT app, on DAB digital radio, through their smart speaker, or on 1089 or 1053 AM.
Followers of the match can also stay up-to-date with regular updates on the live match blog below.