Newcastle United Vs Aston Villa Stats
Taking a look at the statistics of Newcastle United vs Aston Villa can help you gain an insight into how both teams performed during the season. The stats include how many attempts were taken, how many shots were made, how many goals were scored and how many cards were issued. Getting an understanding of these numbers can help you make a more informed decision about how to watch the game.
Average goals scored
Despite an impressive 2-1 victory away to Tottenham last week, Newcastle are still in fourth place in the Premier League table. And they haven’t lost a home match in six weeks. But the Magpies have a very strong challenge ahead of them as they travel to Aston Villa on Saturday. Hopefully, they can grab all three points in this crucial clash.
Aston Villa’s form at home has been good this season, and they have won six matches in the league. But they have failed to score in two of their last five games. They have also won just one of their away matches this season. They have averaged 2.04 goals per game at home, but only 1.1 at away.
They have won eight of their last nine matches at Villa Park, but have drawn nine. And they have only scored one goal in their last five away games.
Corners taken
Against Aston Villa, Newcastle United used a short corner routine to score two goals. The routine, as you might expect, was a little different than it is for other teams. It involved some impressive timing and technique, but it didn’t result in a direct goal.
In the first half, Aston Villa had a number of chances but were unable to make the most of them. The first half ended with a penalty conceded deep into stoppage time. The referee’s decision proved crucial.
The second goal came after Callum Wilson scored from a very quickly taken corner. The cross was lofted in and Wilson guided the ball inside the far post.
The third goal was a clever reverse pass from Willock. The picture-perfect reverse pass allowed Joelinton to find space. He shaped to shoot, but cut back to Lascelles.
Cards issued
Having taken seven points from their last three matches, Newcastle United will be looking to move into third place with a win against Aston Villa at St James’ Park. The hosts will be hoping to improve on the sluggish start to the season which saw them lose to Bournemouth.
Aston Villa have only picked up nine wins in the league since Boxing Day, while Newcastle have lost their past two. The Villa faithful were not impressed with the performance on display against Newcastle, though.
The home side were largely on top of the first half, with Danny Ings scoring an outstanding overhead kick. However, Aston Villa failed to make use of their best opportunities and went down a man in the process.
Attempts on target
Attempts on target for Newcastle United vs Aston Villa were scarce in the first half. But it didn’t matter, as the visitors were quickly put out of their misery by a rampaging Newcastle. It’s worth pointing out that, in their last five home matches, the team averaged just over a point per match.
In the first half, the Villa defence was stifled by the presence of full-backs Lucas Digne and Tyrone Mings. The attacking midfielder, however, had a good game. He bullied his man off the ball and then won a penalty after he was caught offside.
In the second half, Wilson scored a penalty to give the Magpies a two-goal lead. He was aided by a lovely curling shot from Almiron. It was his eighth of the season and has now struck a goal in each of his last eight matches.
Head-to-head comparison
Taking on Aston Villa on Saturday, Newcastle United will have their eyes on three points. The Magpies have been impressive over the last few weeks and now sit fourth in the league, four points ahead of 18th-placed Norwich City. With a strong home record, they should have a good chance of winning at St James’ Park.
The two sides have met a number of times in the past. Aston Villa have won five of their six matches against Newcastle, but have also drawn seven. The teams have met in the Premier League twice in the last five seasons.
The Magpies were impressive in their 2-1 away win against Tottenham and will look to maintain the momentum against Villa. Their forward attack has done well in the current Premier League and is likely to score against Villa.
