Match story
- Aston Villa created the clearer chances on xG (2.26 vs 1.00, Δ 1.26).
- Aston Villa fired more attempts (23 vs 10 shots).
- Aston Villa was more accurate in front of goal (39% on target vs 30%).
Aston Villa defeated Newcastle 4-1 in Premier League. The fixture is part of the Regular Season - 33 stage in the 2024 season. The match was played at Villa Park in Birmingham. J. Gillett officiated the match. The full-time result capped a Aston Villa vs Newcastle meeting in Premier League with detailed post-match statistics available on Sportra. This match centre covers lineups, live events, player ratings, team statistics, xG, head-to-head history, and related news for Aston Villa and Newcastle. On Sportra you can view xG, lineups, match statistics, events, player ratings, predictions, head-to-head history, and related news for this fixture.
Premier LeagueRecorded meetings: 13 (available previous meetings, not necessarily all-time).
Aston Villa defeated Newcastle 4-1 in Premier League. The fixture is part of the Regular Season - 33 stage in the 2024 season. The match was played at Villa Park in Birmingham. J. Gillett officiated the match. The full-time result capped a Aston Villa vs Newcastle meeting in Premier League with detailed post-match statistics available on Sportra. This match centre covers lineups, live events, player ratings, team statistics, xG, head-to-head history, and related news for Aston Villa and Newcastle. On Sportra you can view xG, lineups, match statistics, events, player ratings, predictions, head-to-head history, and related news for this fixture.
Premier LeagueRecorded meetings: 13 (available previous meetings, not necessarily all-time).
After lifting the UEFA Super Cup with PSG, Marquinhos is now one step closer of matching Lionel Messi's record as the most-winning soccer player in history. Marquinhos has once again led Paris Saint-Germain to victory in one of Europe’s premier competitions, capturing the 2026 UEFA Super Cup against Aston Villa. By adding another trophy to his cabinet, the Brazilian defender moves one step closer to matching Lionel Messi‘s historic mark as the most decorated player in soccer history. After arriving at PSG from AS Roma in July 2013, Marquinhos joined the club at the dawn of their era of domestic dominance. Now serving as team captain at 32 years old, the Brazilian center back has secured two UEFA Champions League titles and two UEFA Super Cup trophies following Wednesday’s 2-1 victory over Aston Villa. By lifting the European trophy, Marquinhos raised his career total to 44 professional titles. The defender won the 2012 Copa Libertadores with Corinthians, along with the South American U-17 Championship, the 2019 Copa America, and an Olympic gold medal at the 2016 Rio Games with the Brazil national team, while earning the rest of his silverware in the French capital. With his total at PSG climbing to 40, Marquinhos has now won more trophies with a single club than any other player in history. The Super Cup victory allowed him to break the previous record held by legend Hossam Ashour, who won 39 titles with Egyptian powerhouse Al Ahly. Marquinhos of Paris Saint-Germain lifts the UEFA Super Cup trophy. (Alex Grimm/Getty Images) Marquinhos’ trophy breakdown Including the South American U-17 Championship with Brazil, Marquinhos’ trophy cabinet breaks down as follows: Ligue 1: 11Trophee des Champions / French Super Cup: 10Coupe de France: 8Coupe de la Ligue: 6UEFA Champions League: 2UEFA Super Cup: 2FIFA Intercontinental Cup: 1Copa Libertadores: 1Copa America: 1Olympic Games: 1South American U-17 Championship: 1 How far is Messi from Marquinhos? Marquinhos has already locked down the number two spot on the all-time list, passing countryman Dani Alves, who retired with 42 career titles. Unlike the former right back, Lionel Messi remains active, but his ultimate record is facing a real threat of being matched or even broken in the near future. At present, Lionel Messi leads all players with 48 official career titles. The Argentine star reached that milestone by capturing 35 trophies with FC Barcelona, three with PSG, three with Inter Miami, and seven with the Argentina national team, including his 2008 Olympic gold medal and the 2005 FIFA U-20 World Cup title. With Inter Miami eliminated from both the CONCACAF Champions Cup and the Leagues Cup, Messi can contend for a maximum of two trophies in 2026: the Supporters’ Shield and the MLS Cup. Marquinhos, meanwhile, can narrow the gap as early as this weekend, when PSG face RC Lens in the 2026 Trophee des Champions.
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PSG were crowned UEFA Super Cup champions for the second year in a row, joining Real Madrid and AC Milan in an impressive record. PSG have become just the third club in history to win the UEFA Super Cup in back-to-back years, following their 2-1 victory over Aston Villa in Salzburg. The French club now sits alongside Real Madrid and AC Milan as the only teams to ever retain the trophy in consecutive editions of the competition. PSG‘s run began with their 2025 triumph, a penalty shootout win over Tottenham after a 2-2 draw, and now continues with this year’s success against Villa to complete the double. It’s a remarkable stretch for a club that has rapidly built one of the most dominant runs in recent European soccer under manager Luis Enrique. Real Madrid were the last club to manage the feat, winning in both 2016 and 2017 during the height of their Champions League dynasty under Zinédine Zidane. Before that, the only other team to achieve back-to-back Super Cup titles was AC Milan, who won in both 1989 and 1990. Notably, that puts PSG ahead of clubs like Ajax, who won the competition in 1972 and 1974 but never managed consecutive titles, since the tournament wasn’t held in 1973. Superchampions d'Europe ! 🤩 pic.twitter.com/9AUlVrARrS— Paris Saint-Germain (@PSG_inside) August 12, 2026 PSG’s dominance over English clubs in Europe PSG’s back-to-back Super Cup triumphs are part of a broader trend: the French club has won all eight knockout ties and finals they’ve played against English opposition in UEFA competitions over the past two seasons. That run includes Liverpool in the Champions League round of 16 (2025), Aston Villa in the quarterfinals (2025), Arsenal in the semifinals (2025), and Tottenham in the Super Cup (2025), followed by Chelsea in the round of 16 (2026), Liverpool again in the quarterfinals (2026), Arsenal again in the final (2026), and now Aston Villa once more in this year’s Super Cup. It’s worth noting, however, that this perfect record is specific to UEFA competitions. PSG’s run doesn’t extend to the FIFA Club World Cup, where Chelsea beat them 3-0 in the July 2025 final.
Mourinho has refused to apologise to Carneiro for their infamous touchline row which saw him allegedly brand her a 'daughter of a whore' in Portuguese.
It’s been a busy August for U.S. youth internationals at home and abroad. In the Leagues Cup, several have played key roles for their clubs, while in Europe, transfer and loan activity is picking up ahead of the new season. Also, the USA’s qualification for the 2027 U-20 World Cup last week gave a generation […] The post Young U.S. prospects shine in Leagues Cup action vs. Mexican foes. Plus: Teens in Europe. appeared first on Soccer America.
Arsenal have reopened talks with Aston Villa over a potential deal for Ezri Konsa, with Ben Jacobs revealing that the Gunners are once again exploring a move for the England international. Mikel Arteta is increasingly keen to add defensive reinforcements before the transfer window closes, particularly after setbacks involving William Saliba and Jurriën Timber. Ben […] The post Arsenal reopen talks for £60m+ Premier League star as Ben Jacobs reveals major transfer update appeared first on CaughtOffside.
Club America and Austin FC meet in Matchday 3 of the 2026 Leagues Cup, and here are all the details on how to watch this match live in the United States. Here are all of the details of where you can watch Club America vs Austin FC on US television and via legal streaming: WHO Club America vs Austin FC WHAT Leagues Cup 2026 season WHEN 8:30pm ET / 5:30pm PT • Saturday, August 8, 2026 WHERE Apple TV STREAM WATCH NOW Match Overview Club America wrap up their 2026 Leagues Cup Phase One campaign against Austin FC. The Mexican side still have a strong chance of advancing, and their fate remains entirely in their own hands. A victory for either club virtually guarantees a spot in the knockout stage. However, Club America will aim to secure three points with a decisive goal differential to guarantee a top ranking without depending on outside tiebreakers. Details on how to watch Apple TV is the home for Major League Soccer – where you can watch Club America vs Austin FC and every MLS and Leagues Cup game. With the legal streaming service, you can watch the game on your computer, Apple TV, smartphone, tablet, Roku, and other smart streaming devices. Apple TV will stream every MLS game – including MLS Cup Playoffs and Leagues Cup – with no blackouts. Apple TV is available on all Apple iOS devices, Mac, PC, Amazon Fire TV and Fire Stick, Android TV, Google TV, LG smart TVs, Panasonic smart TVs, Playstation 4 & 5, Roku streaming devices and smart TVs, Samsung smart TVs, Sony smart TVs, Vizio smart TVs, and Xbox One, One S, Series X and Series S. In addition, you can AirPlay or cast from your phone or computer to any compatible screen. SEE MORE: Schedule of Leagues Cup games on US TV and streaming How to watch anywhere with VPN If you’re abroad, you may need to use a virtual private network (VPN) in order to watch games using your usual streaming service. A VPN, such as NordVPN, allows you to establish a secure connection online when streaming. If you are not sure which VPN to use, check out World Soccer Talk’s guide to the best VPNs for streaming soccer.
Ferran Torres appears close to becoming a new PSG player, which could open the door for Julian Alvarez to become Barcelona's new striker. Ferran Torres is on the verge of leaving Barcelona for PSG, according to journalist Fabrizio Romano, who confirmed the Spanish forward has already been authorized to travel for his medical in Paris. The deal is worth a guaranteed €50 million, with Barcelona and PSG now exchanging documents to finalize the move within the next 24 hours. Torres will not train with Barcelona in the interim, a clear sign the transfer is considered all but done on both ends. His departure leaves an opening in Barcelona’s forward line, one the club could look to fill with Julian Alvarez. The Argentine has been strongly linked with a move to Camp Nou for months, and Torres’ exit could accelerate those plans. With Alvarez as their main target, Barcelona are looking to reshape their attack for the new season, having already added Anthony Gordon, Karim Adeyemi, and Jesse Bisiwu. 🚨🔴🔵 BREAKING: Ferran Torres to Paris Saint-Germain, HERE WE GO! 💥Deal confirmed for World Cup final hero as Barça receive a fee worth €50m from PSG.Ferran only wanted Paris and the agreement has been sealed after being at final stages for several days. All done. pic.twitter.com/4siCHz3yIc— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 13, 2026 Julian Alvarez’s situation at Atlético Madrid Alvarez’s future at Atletico Madrid has become an increasingly tense storyline. The club has set his release clause at €500 million, with CEO Miguel Angel Gil Marin insisting there’s no scenario in which he leaves for less, despite Álvarez’s contract running through June 2030. Atletico have flatly rejected the idea of a sale, rejecting offers from Barcelona and Real Madrid, framing him as a non-negotiable piece of the squad heading into the new season. Things came to a head this week. After returning from preseason medical evaluations, Alvarez reportedly told the club not to count on him going forward, prioritizing a move to Barcelona above all else. Simeone, for his part, maintained that the decision rests with club executives — though Alvarez’s camp reportedly views the coach as the one person with enough influence to push the front office toward approving a deal. Whether that influence materializes remains to be seen, but with Ferran Torres’ exit freeing up both space and resources in Barcelona’s attack, the pieces around Alvarez’s potential move are shifting in a way that could eventually put pressure on Atletico’s hardline stance.
Brian Madjo needed only 17 minutes to change Aston Villa's outlook for the forthcoming season. In that time he bullied Willian Pacho, one of the best markers in the world, and gave Marquinhos a fright.
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After lifting the UEFA Super Cup with PSG, Marquinhos is now one step closer of matching Lionel Messi's record as the most-winning soccer player in history. Marquinhos has once again led Paris Saint-Germain to victory in one of Europe’s premier competitions, capturing the 2026 UEFA Super Cup against Aston Villa. By adding another trophy to his cabinet, the Brazilian defender moves one step closer to matching Lionel Messi‘s historic mark as the most decorated player in soccer history. After arriving at PSG from AS Roma in July 2013, Marquinhos joined the club at the dawn of their era of domestic dominance. Now serving as team captain at 32 years old, the Brazilian center back has secured two UEFA Champions League titles and two UEFA Super Cup trophies following Wednesday’s 2-1 victory over Aston Villa. By lifting the European trophy, Marquinhos raised his career total to 44 professional titles. The defender won the 2012 Copa Libertadores with Corinthians, along with the South American U-17 Championship, the 2019 Copa America, and an Olympic gold medal at the 2016 Rio Games with the Brazil national team, while earning the rest of his silverware in the French capital. With his total at PSG climbing to 40, Marquinhos has now won more trophies with a single club than any other player in history. The Super Cup victory allowed him to break the previous record held by legend Hossam Ashour, who won 39 titles with Egyptian powerhouse Al Ahly. Marquinhos of Paris Saint-Germain lifts the UEFA Super Cup trophy. (Alex Grimm/Getty Images) Marquinhos’ trophy breakdown Including the South American U-17 Championship with Brazil, Marquinhos’ trophy cabinet breaks down as follows: Ligue 1: 11Trophee des Champions / French Super Cup: 10Coupe de France: 8Coupe de la Ligue: 6UEFA Champions League: 2UEFA Super Cup: 2FIFA Intercontinental Cup: 1Copa Libertadores: 1Copa America: 1Olympic Games: 1South American U-17 Championship: 1 How far is Messi from Marquinhos? Marquinhos has already locked down the number two spot on the all-time list, passing countryman Dani Alves, who retired with 42 career titles. Unlike the former right back, Lionel Messi remains active, but his ultimate record is facing a real threat of being matched or even broken in the near future. At present, Lionel Messi leads all players with 48 official career titles. The Argentine star reached that milestone by capturing 35 trophies with FC Barcelona, three with PSG, three with Inter Miami, and seven with the Argentina national team, including his 2008 Olympic gold medal and the 2005 FIFA U-20 World Cup title. With Inter Miami eliminated from both the CONCACAF Champions Cup and the Leagues Cup, Messi can contend for a maximum of two trophies in 2026: the Supporters’ Shield and the MLS Cup. Marquinhos, meanwhile, can narrow the gap as early as this weekend, when PSG face RC Lens in the 2026 Trophee des Champions.
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PSG were crowned UEFA Super Cup champions for the second year in a row, joining Real Madrid and AC Milan in an impressive record. PSG have become just the third club in history to win the UEFA Super Cup in back-to-back years, following their 2-1 victory over Aston Villa in Salzburg. The French club now sits alongside Real Madrid and AC Milan as the only teams to ever retain the trophy in consecutive editions of the competition. PSG‘s run began with their 2025 triumph, a penalty shootout win over Tottenham after a 2-2 draw, and now continues with this year’s success against Villa to complete the double. It’s a remarkable stretch for a club that has rapidly built one of the most dominant runs in recent European soccer under manager Luis Enrique. Real Madrid were the last club to manage the feat, winning in both 2016 and 2017 during the height of their Champions League dynasty under Zinédine Zidane. Before that, the only other team to achieve back-to-back Super Cup titles was AC Milan, who won in both 1989 and 1990. Notably, that puts PSG ahead of clubs like Ajax, who won the competition in 1972 and 1974 but never managed consecutive titles, since the tournament wasn’t held in 1973. Superchampions d'Europe ! 🤩 pic.twitter.com/9AUlVrARrS— Paris Saint-Germain (@PSG_inside) August 12, 2026 PSG’s dominance over English clubs in Europe PSG’s back-to-back Super Cup triumphs are part of a broader trend: the French club has won all eight knockout ties and finals they’ve played against English opposition in UEFA competitions over the past two seasons. That run includes Liverpool in the Champions League round of 16 (2025), Aston Villa in the quarterfinals (2025), Arsenal in the semifinals (2025), and Tottenham in the Super Cup (2025), followed by Chelsea in the round of 16 (2026), Liverpool again in the quarterfinals (2026), Arsenal again in the final (2026), and now Aston Villa once more in this year’s Super Cup. It’s worth noting, however, that this perfect record is specific to UEFA competitions. PSG’s run doesn’t extend to the FIFA Club World Cup, where Chelsea beat them 3-0 in the July 2025 final.
Mourinho has refused to apologise to Carneiro for their infamous touchline row which saw him allegedly brand her a 'daughter of a whore' in Portuguese.
It’s been a busy August for U.S. youth internationals at home and abroad. In the Leagues Cup, several have played key roles for their clubs, while in Europe, transfer and loan activity is picking up ahead of the new season. Also, the USA’s qualification for the 2027 U-20 World Cup last week gave a generation […] The post Young U.S. prospects shine in Leagues Cup action vs. Mexican foes. Plus: Teens in Europe. appeared first on Soccer America.
Arsenal have reopened talks with Aston Villa over a potential deal for Ezri Konsa, with Ben Jacobs revealing that the Gunners are once again exploring a move for the England international. Mikel Arteta is increasingly keen to add defensive reinforcements before the transfer window closes, particularly after setbacks involving William Saliba and Jurriën Timber. Ben […] The post Arsenal reopen talks for £60m+ Premier League star as Ben Jacobs reveals major transfer update appeared first on CaughtOffside.
Club America and Austin FC meet in Matchday 3 of the 2026 Leagues Cup, and here are all the details on how to watch this match live in the United States. Here are all of the details of where you can watch Club America vs Austin FC on US television and via legal streaming: WHO Club America vs Austin FC WHAT Leagues Cup 2026 season WHEN 8:30pm ET / 5:30pm PT • Saturday, August 8, 2026 WHERE Apple TV STREAM WATCH NOW Match Overview Club America wrap up their 2026 Leagues Cup Phase One campaign against Austin FC. The Mexican side still have a strong chance of advancing, and their fate remains entirely in their own hands. A victory for either club virtually guarantees a spot in the knockout stage. However, Club America will aim to secure three points with a decisive goal differential to guarantee a top ranking without depending on outside tiebreakers. Details on how to watch Apple TV is the home for Major League Soccer – where you can watch Club America vs Austin FC and every MLS and Leagues Cup game. With the legal streaming service, you can watch the game on your computer, Apple TV, smartphone, tablet, Roku, and other smart streaming devices. Apple TV will stream every MLS game – including MLS Cup Playoffs and Leagues Cup – with no blackouts. Apple TV is available on all Apple iOS devices, Mac, PC, Amazon Fire TV and Fire Stick, Android TV, Google TV, LG smart TVs, Panasonic smart TVs, Playstation 4 & 5, Roku streaming devices and smart TVs, Samsung smart TVs, Sony smart TVs, Vizio smart TVs, and Xbox One, One S, Series X and Series S. In addition, you can AirPlay or cast from your phone or computer to any compatible screen. SEE MORE: Schedule of Leagues Cup games on US TV and streaming How to watch anywhere with VPN If you’re abroad, you may need to use a virtual private network (VPN) in order to watch games using your usual streaming service. A VPN, such as NordVPN, allows you to establish a secure connection online when streaming. If you are not sure which VPN to use, check out World Soccer Talk’s guide to the best VPNs for streaming soccer.
Ferran Torres appears close to becoming a new PSG player, which could open the door for Julian Alvarez to become Barcelona's new striker. Ferran Torres is on the verge of leaving Barcelona for PSG, according to journalist Fabrizio Romano, who confirmed the Spanish forward has already been authorized to travel for his medical in Paris. The deal is worth a guaranteed €50 million, with Barcelona and PSG now exchanging documents to finalize the move within the next 24 hours. Torres will not train with Barcelona in the interim, a clear sign the transfer is considered all but done on both ends. His departure leaves an opening in Barcelona’s forward line, one the club could look to fill with Julian Alvarez. The Argentine has been strongly linked with a move to Camp Nou for months, and Torres’ exit could accelerate those plans. With Alvarez as their main target, Barcelona are looking to reshape their attack for the new season, having already added Anthony Gordon, Karim Adeyemi, and Jesse Bisiwu. 🚨🔴🔵 BREAKING: Ferran Torres to Paris Saint-Germain, HERE WE GO! 💥Deal confirmed for World Cup final hero as Barça receive a fee worth €50m from PSG.Ferran only wanted Paris and the agreement has been sealed after being at final stages for several days. All done. pic.twitter.com/4siCHz3yIc— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 13, 2026 Julian Alvarez’s situation at Atlético Madrid Alvarez’s future at Atletico Madrid has become an increasingly tense storyline. The club has set his release clause at €500 million, with CEO Miguel Angel Gil Marin insisting there’s no scenario in which he leaves for less, despite Álvarez’s contract running through June 2030. Atletico have flatly rejected the idea of a sale, rejecting offers from Barcelona and Real Madrid, framing him as a non-negotiable piece of the squad heading into the new season. Things came to a head this week. After returning from preseason medical evaluations, Alvarez reportedly told the club not to count on him going forward, prioritizing a move to Barcelona above all else. Simeone, for his part, maintained that the decision rests with club executives — though Alvarez’s camp reportedly views the coach as the one person with enough influence to push the front office toward approving a deal. Whether that influence materializes remains to be seen, but with Ferran Torres’ exit freeing up both space and resources in Barcelona’s attack, the pieces around Alvarez’s potential move are shifting in a way that could eventually put pressure on Atletico’s hardline stance.
Brian Madjo needed only 17 minutes to change Aston Villa's outlook for the forthcoming season. In that time he bullied Willian Pacho, one of the best markers in the world, and gave Marquinhos a fright.
Tap a headline to view metadata and excerpt fields in Sportra, then use the article website button to continue on the original publisher page.
