Aston Villa predicted XI vs Newcastle as Sørensen makes first call

Brian Sørensen is set to make his first team selection as Aston Villa Women manager against Newcastle United Women on Wednesday. The Subway Players Cup fixture at Keys Park comes shortly after the departure of Natalia Arroyo and a 4-0 league defeat against Tottenham Hotspur.

James Chettle predicts a starting lineup featuring Akane Okuma in goal, with Lynn Wilms, Anna Patten, Mathilde Harviken, and Noelle Maritz in defense. Midfielder Lucy Parker remains an injury doubt after exiting early against Tottenham, opening a potential spot for Synne Kielland alongside Lucia Kendall, while Amalie Vangsgaard is projected to lead the attack.