FA Cup LIVE! Tonali STUNNER puts Newcastle ahead at Villa

Aston Villa hosted Newcastle United in a thrilling FA Cup fourth-round clash at Villa Park on February 14, 2026, kicking off at 5:45 PM GMT. The match, billed as the standout tie of the round, saw both Premier League sides vying for progression, inspired by recent cup successes.[1][2][3]

Villa, sitting third in the league after a gritty 1-0 win over Brighton via a late own goal, started strongly. Tammy Abraham fired them ahead in the 14th minute, slotting home a Douglas Luiz through ball from a set-piece situation. Ross Barkley won the free kick, showcasing Villa's midfield control early on.[3][5]

Newcastle, buoyed by a vital Premier League victory against Tottenham—their first away win in five—responded resiliently despite absences like Tonali, Livramento, Schar, and Krafth. Eddie Howe's side struggled with away form (just three league triumphs in 13), but mounted attacks. William Osula missed a chance at 16', firing high and wide, while Harvey Barnes blazed over from a tight angle at 34'. Malick Thiaw picked up a yellow for a foul at 25).[1][5][6]

The game remained tense into the second half. Leon Bailey headed wide for Villa at 27', assisted by Lucas Digne. Substitutions ramped up the intensity: Emiliano Buendia and others entered for Villa, with Anthony Elanga joining Newcastle's Gordon. By the 68th minute, scores leveled at 1-1, per live updates, highlighting Newcastle's fightback amid a tough upcoming schedule including Man City and Champions League duties.[5][7]

Lineups featured Villa's Marco Bizot in goal, with Pau Torres, Victor Lindelöf, and attackers like Morgan Rogers (key in prior FA Cup ties) and Bailey. Betting odds favored Villa slightly at 23/20, draw 13/5, Newcastle 11/5.[2][5] Fans tracked via live streams, with Attack Momentum showing Newcastle edging possession stats.[4] The tie promises silverware potential for the Magpies in a season of slim opportunities.

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