Aston Villa - New Castle United friendly: Kickoff time, Live TV, Stream Live,

Before the hustle of the English season begins, Aston Villa and New Castle United will meet in Pennsylvania on July 24.

The Magpies are full of confidence after finishing fourth in the Premier League after a gap of 20 years and so they are an interesting side to watch. On the other hand, the Toons will soon complete their first full year under the ownership of Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund and they want to prove a point.

New Castle are unbeaten so far in their preseason campaign after beating Gateshead FC and the Scottish giant Rangers. They want to remain unbeaten when they lock horns with fellow Premier League club. Arsenal boss Unai Emery changed the character and nature of Aston Villa when he took over its charge and the club finished seventh in the Premier League last year.


The Lions drew Walsall 1-1 and now they are able to create more problems for their rivals.

Kickoff

The New Castle-Aston Villa friendly match will be held on July 24 and it will kick off at 12 am BST at the Lincoln Financial Feild.

Where to watch?

The match will be available live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League.

Team News

New Castle may include Jacob Murphy who has recovered from his shoulder injury. Slovakian goalkeeper Martin Dubravka too is most likely to be back. Forward Allan Saint Maximin has moved to Saudi Pro Lgeague club Al Ahli, so, will not be available for the Toons.

After injuring his wrist and not playing in the preseason matches, Nick Pope is back in action and is most likely to play in this match. But Emil Krafth is still unavailable due to his ACL injuries.

As New Castle have signed SandroTonali from AC Milan, manager Eddie Howe has made his intention clear. They will have more depth in their define and more teeth in their attack. They will soon acquire Leicester City player Harvey Barnes.

Unai Emery has already announced to take Pau Torres and Youri Tielemans on the U.S. trip. Aston Villa have signed Bayer Leverkusen player Moussa Diaby, but it is too early. But they have not brought Alex Moreno, Jhon Duran, and Bertrand Traore on the US trip. Midfielder Marvelous Nakamba too will not be in the squad.

Head to head

In the last match that they have played together, Aston Villa delivered a 3-0 shocking defeat to New Castle.

FAQs:

Q1:Which big players will ot play for Aston Villa?
Aston Villa have not brought Alex Moreno, Jhon Duran, and Bertrand Traore on the US trip. They will not play against New Castle.

Q2:Which new recruit will play for New Castle?
As New Castle have signed SandroTonali from AC Milan, manager Eddie Howe has made his intention clear. They will have more depth in their defence and more teeth in their attack.