r/NewcastleUnited • u/MagpieMidfield • 1h ago
Villa look dangerous after midweek, but we can’t afford to be scared of them
Villa are coming into this one full of confidence after that 6-0 win against Fenerbahçe, so we know they’ll be a tough side to face. But we’re at St James’ Park, and there’s no reason we should go into this game afraid of them. We need to be switched on defensively, win the battles in midfield and take our chances when they come. The lads need to give the fans something to get behind from the first whistle. It won’t be easy, but a strong performance and three points would be massive for us. I just want to see us come out with some intensity and put them under pressure early on. We can’t afford to give Villa too much space, especially with the form they’re in.