Author: L.Petre

Date: 14 February 2026

The FA Cup Fourth Round clash between Aston Villa and Newcastle United is one of the most anticipated matches of the day. Fans across the UK are gearing up to watch this exciting encounter at Villa Park, as both sides aim to progress in this prestigious competition.

⚽ Match Details: Aston Villa vs Newcastle United

Competition: FA Cup Fourth Round 2025/26 Date: Saturday, 14 February 2026 Kick-off: 17:45 GMT Venue: Villa Park, Birmingham Referee: Chris Kavanagh

📺 How to Watch Aston Villa vs Newcastle

Football fans in the UK can catch all the action live on BBC One and TNT Sports 3. For streaming, BBC iPlayer and discovery+ offer live coverage depending on your subscription.

Predicted Newcastle team:-

🟦 Likely Newcastle XI

According to the latest previews and expected lineups, Newcastle could set up in a 4-2-3-1 / 4-3-3 shaped side with: 

Goalkeeper: Aaron Ramsdale (expected start ahead of Nick Pope)

Defence: Kieran Trippier, Malick Thiaw, Sven Botman, Lewis Hall

Midfield: Sandro Tonali, Joe Willock, Jacob Ramsey

Attack: Harvey Barnes, Nick Woltemade, Anthony Gordon

This lineup shows fresh faces like Ramsdale and Ramsey likely to start and provide energy in key areas, especially with absences in midfield and defence.  

🔴 Major Absences

Bruno Guimarães – hamstring injury

Joelinton – groin injury

Fabian Schär – ankle injury

Emil Krafth – fitness issues

Tino Livramento – hamstring injury

Lewis Miley – thigh injury

Although we are missing key players Howe could field a strong side and with Villa suffering injury problems as well I fancy our chances today!! HWTl my prediction 2-1 to the toon !!