Newcastle United Head into Premier League Season with High Hopes and Strong Squad
Newcastle United kicks off the new Premier League season with high hopes and a strengthened squad, eager to build on last year's campaign. Manager Eddie Howe has made several key signings, including Malick Thiaw from AC Milan, and is expected to add more players before the deadline. However, the team will be without injured midfielder Joe Willock and striker Alexander Isak, who remains out of contention until his "situation changes." The Magpies face a tough opener against Aston Villa, who finished just one place above them in the table last season.
Key Takeaways:
- Newcastle United's Premier League season begins with a clash against Aston Villa on August 12, 2023, at Villa Park, with the match kicking off at 12:30pm.
- Craig Pawson will referee the match, assisted by Peter Bankes on VAR duty.
- The match will be broadcast live on TNT Sports in the United Kingdom, with coverage starting at 11am.
- Newcastle United will be without Joe Willock, injured during pre-season, and Alexander Isak, who remains out of contention.
- Malick Thiaw, the new signing from AC Milan, will be included in the squad.
- Aston Villa will be without Emi Martinez, serving a one-match ban, and Morgan Rogers, who is doubtful due to injury.
Statistics:
- The match will be Newcastle United's 10th encounter against Aston Villa in the Premier League since 2020.
- The Magpies have won two, drawn three, and lost five of the previous nine meetings.
- Newcastle United has scored 13 goals against Aston Villa in the Premier League since 2020, with the Villans netting 17.
- The Magpies have conceded an average of 1.22 goals per game against Aston Villa in the Premier League since 2020.
Sources:
- https://www.shieldsgazette.com/newspaper
- https://www.shieldsgazette.com/newsletter
- https://www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/football/newcastle-united/yoane-wissa-newcastle-united-transfer-5272776