The match between Aston Villa and Newcastle United ended in a goalless draw at Villa Park in the first round of the 2025-2026 Premier League season. Despite attempts from both teams to score, no goals were made. Aston Villa’s defender, Ezri Konsa, was sent off in the 66th minute, marking the first red card of the Premier League season, forcing Villa to play with ten men. Newcastle applied offensive pressure but failed to convert it into goals. Both teams shared one point each, with Aston Villa placed second on goal difference and Newcastle third with the same points. The match officials included referee Craig Pawson, assistants Konstantin Hatzidakis and Nicholas Hopton, fourth official Simon Hooper, and VAR referee Peter Bankes assisted by Tim Robinson.