The Premier League is back
Newcastle host Aston Villa this evening on the opening weekend of the new Premier League season.
Backed by Saudi Arabia, Newcastle had a wonderful campaign last term and defied expectations to finish fourth in the Premier League.
The toon army can look forward to a season of Champions League football and with new-boy Sandro Tonali signed to bolster the midfield, expect some flowing football from Eddie Howe's side this term.
In Aston Villa they face a side that is behind only Manchester City in the Premier League form charts this year. Yuri Tielemans has been signed to improve the midfield, while highly rated defender Pau Torres has also been snapped up.
Here's what you need to know about the game:
Where is the game being played?St James' Park.
What time is kick-off?5.30pm.
What TV Channel is the game on?Sky Sports Premier League and Main Event will be showing the game.
Can I stream it?The game can be streamed live on Sky Go and NOW TV.
Quotes cornerEddie Howe: “People will always write us off. I urge us all to come together and fight tooth and nail to prove people wrong.
“Me personally, not really, but if it fuels my players and supporters, I am for that. It is an emotion you can use. If I got motivated by those comments I would be swayed by positives from the same people. That is not right for me to be swayed by those people, unless they are my coaching staff.
Betting oddsNewcastle - 8/13
Draw - 16/5
Villa - 15/4
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