Aston Villa will open their 2025-26 Premier League campaign against Newcastle United at Villa Park on Aug. 16 as they are given a softer schedule to start the season.

Aston Villa begin their 2025/26 Premier League season against Newcastle at Villa Park on August 16 before travelling to Brentford on August 23; Villa host Wolves at home on November 29; Unai Emerys side face Man Utd,

Villa's early season fixtures look favourable - as they face two of the promoted sides in Burnley and Sunderland. Other key dates include a home clash with Wolves in November, before the away game in February. A busy festive period sees them welcome Manchester United, before back to back away trips against Arsenal and Chelsea.