Unai Emery has named his Aston Villa starting XI to face Newcastle United in the Premier League. It’s the club’s first game of the new league campaign, and they’ll be looking to start strongly in front of the home fans at Villa Park.

Aston Villa wrapped up their pre-season preparations with a 2-0 win over Villarreal at the Estadio de la Ceramica on Sunday night. Just over 24 hours after facing Marseille in France, Unai Emery returned to his former club and saw his side secure victory thanks to goals from Ollie Watkins and Emi Buendia.

Aston Villa were slightly surprised Manchester United did not push harder for Ollie Watkins, according to the Independent journalist Miguel Delaney.The Red Devils had Watkins on their radar, and the

Aston Villa began their new Premier League season with a 0-0 draw against Newcastle United, despite playing the final 30 minutes with 10 men. Ezri Konsa was sent off in the 66th minute after dragging back Anthony Gordon, who was heading towards goal.

Hosts cling on for a point after Ezri Konsa sent off in Premier League clash - Newcastle dominated the game but couldn’t find the breakthrough to earn a victory on the opening weekend

Aston Villa host Newcastle United in a huge early kick off on Saturday afternoon in the first Premier League gameweek of the new season. Aston Villa vs Newcastle best bets Aston Villa to win &

Ollie Watkins’ pointed celebration after scoring the winner in Aston Villa ’s win at Brentford was directed at a home supporter who insulted his family. Watkins said he aimed the celebration ...