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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming FA Cup clash between Aston Villa and Newcastle United is set for 14.02.2026 at 17:45. Here you’ll find everything about confirmed lineups, tactical approaches, and recent performances leading into one of the most anticipated fixtures in England.
Pre-Match Overview
Both clubs come into this FA Cup encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Aston Villa, currently sitting - in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Newcastle United, positioned -, aim to continue their climb up the FA Cup table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 14.02.2026
- Kickoff: 17:45
- Favorite: -
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 14.02.2026, finishing Aston Villa 1-3 Newcastle United.
Aston Villa Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Aston Villa squad has been dominant at home throughout the FA Cup 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Aston Villa lineup today or Aston Villa starting XI can find it on this page.
The manager’s choices this week will likely focus on:
- Maintaining defensive stability after recent fixtures
- Enhancing midfield control and quick transitions
- Maximizing forward efficiency in the final third
Recent Aston Villa home performances:
Date Event Score 12.03.2026 LOSC Lille vs Aston Villa 0 - 1 04.03.2026 Aston Villa vs Chelsea 1 - 4 27.02.2026 Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Aston Villa 2 - 0
Newcastle United Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Newcastle United have been unpredictable this season but remain dangerous against top sides.
Their confirmed lineup for today’s FA Cup game will soon be announced on this page.
Performance overview:
- League standing: -
- Recent head-to-head record: Aston Villa 1-3 Newcastle United
- Wins this season over Aston Villa: 8
Recent away match stats for Newcastle United:
Date Event Score 10.03.2026 Newcastle United vs Barcelona 1 - 1 07.03.2026 Newcastle United vs Manchester City 1 - 3 04.03.2026 Newcastle United vs Manchester United 2 - 1
Prediction and Final Word
As of 14.03.2026, odds point to - as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Aston Villa and Newcastle United lineups for the FA Cup 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
