Newcastle vs Aston Villa Betting Tips & Predictions – Villa in Desperate Search of Points

Aston Villa are six without a win in 19^th place, time is running out for them to survive in the Premier League.

Newcastle are still waiting for their takeover but won against Sheffield United last week.

 

Newcastle vs Aston Villa Betting Tips

Another low-scoring game looks likely as the Premier League eases back in. Neither side will be too disappointed with a share of the points.

Best Bet: Under 2.5 Goals – 4/5 at Ladbrokes.

Correct Score Tip: 0-0 Draw Correct Score – 17/2 at Ladbrokes.

 

Newcastle vs Aston Villa Predictions

Newcastle are just two points behind Arsenal in midtable after taking all three points on Sunday. Aston Villa’s latest defeat leaves them stuck in the relegation zone but just one point adrift.

It’s likely to be a tight encounter with not much in the way of action for either side. Aston Villa haven’t looked particularly threatening since the restart and Newcastle were rather sterile before the red card in their last game.

We’re not expecting many goals in this game so the correct score prediction for the match is a 0-0 draw. If you’re looking for a bet on your accumulator then under 2.5 goals looks a good bet at odds of 4/5.

 

Newcastle Form & Team News

Newcastle’s recent form has been relatively solid, picking up three wins, four draws and two losses from their last nine. They kicked off the restart with a dream 3-0 win over Sheffield United and will be looking to build on that here.

The Magpies have seemingly avoided a relegation scrap and are now looking up with their eyes on a previously unthinkable top-half finish.

Their push for a top ten place comes despite a lack of goals. Only bottom-placed Norwich have scored fewer than Newcastle’s 28 league goals.

Team News

Jetro Willems is unlikely to feature again this season. Sean and Matty Longstaff each missed the last game and remain doubts.

 

Aston Villa Form & Team News

Villa’s form needs to turn around quickly if their to stay up this season. No wins in four has become no wins in six since the restart with Villa taking just one point from their two fixtures.

Aston Villa took the lead at Chelsea but always looked like conceding. Their record against top-half opposition is particularly poor, placing greater importance on games like these.

Aston Villa won 2-0 in their reverse fixture with Newcastle thanks to goals from Conor Hourihane and Anwar El Ghazi.

Away Team News

Orjan Nyland remains first-choice between the sticks ahead of Pepe Reina and the injured Tom Heaton. Guilbert is a doubt whilst Engels, and Wesley are unlikely to feature.

 

Newcastle vs Aston Villa Head to Head Stats

Newcastle have the better of the head-to-head record with 71 wins, 37 draws, and 56 losses. Three of the last five encounters have ended all square with a win apiece in the last two.

• Aston Villa have no wins in six league games
• Newcastle have lost just two of their previous nine
• Villa are one point from safety

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Newcastle vs Aston Villa Odds

• Newcastle are priced at 5/4
• A draw is available at 12/5
• Villa are 11/5 to win

 

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Newcastle vs Aston Villa FAQs

What time does Newcastle vs Aston Villa kick-off?

Kick-off is 6pm on Wednesday 24th June 2020.

What are the best odds for Newcastle to beat Aston Villa?

25/18.

What are the odds for Aston Villa to beat Newcastle?

23/10.

Is Newcastle vs Aston Villa on TV?

Yes. The match is being shown live on BT Sport.

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