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Buendia starts, Barkley call – Aston Villa starting XI vs Newcastle predicted

Unai Emery has several selection dilemmas for Aston Villa's trip to Newcastle United in the Premier League

By John Townley · Birmingham Mail

Published: Friday, 16 October 2026 at 8:15 AM

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John Townley predicts Emi Buendia will start for Aston Villa against Newcastle United over Ibrahim Mbaye.
Joao Gomes is tipped to partner Boubacar Kamara in midfield ahead of Ross Barkley.
Aston Villa are expected to be without injured left-backs Ian Maatsen and Matteo Ruggeri.

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Birmingham Live reporter John Townley has predicted Aston Villa's starting lineup for their upcoming away fixture against Newcastle United. Villa enter the match following a 6-0 Champions League win over Fenerbahce, while Newcastle remain unbeaten at home this season despite a recent away defeat.

Townley predicts manager Unai Emery will select Emi Buendia over Ibrahim Mbaye for his tactical experience and partner Boubacar Kamara with Joao Gomes instead of Ross Barkley. Villa are expected to be without left-backs Ian Maatsen and Matteo Ruggeri, with Nicolas Jackson leading the attack.

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