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Newcastle Recent Form — Last 5
Aston Villa Recent Form — Last 5
Key Factors
Historic Dominance: Newcastle is unbeaten in 17 home league games against Aston Villa (W11 D6), winning the last four by a 13-1 aggregate.
Midfield Attrition: Both sides are missing tactical anchors; Villa is without McGinn and Kamara (engine room), while Newcastle faces a late fitness test for Bruno Guimarães.
Home Scoring Streak: Newcastle has scored 2+ goals in each of their last eight Premier League matches at St. James' Park, thriving on a high-intensity press (low PPDA) that exploits Villa's tendency to sit deep.
Injuries & Absentees
Newcastle's defense is severely depleted with Schär, Livramento, and Krafth ruled out, forcing a makeshift backline likely featuring Thiaw and Hall. However, the most critical impact is the potential absence of Bruno Guimarães (ankle), whose ball-progression is irreplaceable. Aston Villa faces a similar crisis in midfield; the loss of John McGinn and Boubacar Kamara removes their defensive screen and leadership, leaving Youri Tielemans with an immense workload against Newcastle’s high-energy trio of Tonali, Joelinton, and Miley.
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What is the Coach AI prediction for Newcastle vs Aston Villa?
Coach AI predicts a score of 2-1 with a win probability of 48% for Newcastle, 25% draw and 27% for Aston Villa.
What is the recent form of Newcastle and Aston Villa?
Newcastle form (last 5): 0W-0D-0L. Aston Villa form (last 5): 0W-0D-0L.
What are the injury and suspension updates for Newcastle vs Aston Villa?
Newcastle's defense is severely depleted with Schär, Livramento, and Krafth ruled out, forcing a makeshift backline likely featuring Thiaw and Hall. However, the most critical impact is the potential absence of Bruno Guimarães (ankle), whose ball-progression is irreplaceable. Aston Villa faces a similar crisis in midfield; the loss of John McGinn and Boubacar Kamara removes their defensive screen and leadership, leaving Youri Tielemans with an immense workload against Newcastle’s high-energy trio of Tonali, Joelinton, and Miley.
What are the current standings for Newcastle and Aston Villa in the Premier League?
Newcastle are 12th in the Premier League with 49 points from 38 games. Aston Villa are 4th with 65 points from 38 games.
What time does Newcastle vs Aston Villa kick off?
Newcastle vs Aston Villa kicks off on Sunday, 25 January 2026 at 15:00 (Central European Time). The match is part of the Premier League.
Who is the referee for Newcastle vs Aston Villa?
The referee for Newcastle vs Aston Villa in the Premier League is Jarred Gillett.
What are the key factors for Newcastle vs Aston Villa?
Coach AI identifies three decisive factors for Newcastle vs Aston Villa: 1. Historic Dominance: Newcastle is unbeaten in 17 home league games against Aston Villa (W11 D6), winning the last four by a 13-1 aggregate. 2. Midfield Attrition: Both sides are missing tactical anchors; Villa is without McGinn and Kamara (engine room), while Newcastle faces a late fitness test for Bruno Guimarães. 3. Home Scoring Streak: Newcastle has scored 2+ goals in each of their last eight Premier League matches at St. James' Park, thriving on a high-intensity press (low PPDA) that exploits Villa's tendency to sit deep..
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Coach AI analyzes thousands of data points, including xG, recent form, team news, and tactical developments for every match.
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Insights are updated daily to incorporate the latest developments, injuries, and market movements.
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Coach AI has analyzed over 1,000 matches. In 50% of cases, the correct outcome (home win, draw, or away win) is predicted accurately. In more than 10% of matches, the exact final score matches the prediction — significantly above the market average.
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Coach AI has predicted over 1,000 matches: 50% correct outcome, 10%+ exact final score. The model consistently outperforms standard probability calculations and gives football fans the data they need to make truly informed predictions.
What data does Coach AI use for its predictions?
Coach AI combines Expected Goals (xG), recent team form over the last five matches, head-to-head records, up-to-date injury news, and tactical match-up analysis. The model is updated daily so every prediction reflects the most current information available.