Newcastle vs Aston Villa Predictions

• Both teams have scored in six of Aston Villa’s last seven games.
• Newcastle have played out two 2-2 draws at home this season.

Jackson fires Villa back to form

Aston Villa have recovered from a disastrous start to the season and, fresh from a 6-0 thumping of Fenerbahce in their midweek Champions League tie, they look good value for a goal or two against Newcastle on Saturday.

Unai Emery’s side failed to score a single goal in their first three games of the season but, since then, they have notched 21 times in seven games.

Nicolas Jackson has been responsible for five of these strikes and has scored in four of his last five games for club and country. With confidence high following his brace against Fenerbahce, he looks good for a goal at St James’ Park.

Spoils to be shared in high-scoring affair

But the Magpies are not to be underestimated. They have scored in all eight games this season and are unbeaten at home. This includes two 2-2 draws, while Aston Villa played out a 2-2 affair against Brentford last weekend.

Both teams have scored in six of Villa’s last seven games and in all four Newcastle home games, so backing goals at both ends alongside a high-scoring 2-2 stalemate appeal.

Newcastle vs Aston Villa Bet Builder pointers

• Nicolas Jackson to score or assist – Jackson has scored or assisted in each of his last five games for club and country.
• Joe Willock 2+ shots – Willock has had at least two shots in each of his alst seven appearances.
• John McGinn 2+ shots – McGinn has had two or more shots in each of his last four games for club and country.