How can I watch Aston Villa v Newcastle United?

When is the match?

Saturday 16 August 12:30pm BST

How can I follow the match live?

The match will be broadcast in the UK on TNT Sports. Supporters in other countries can check their local broadcaster here.

Supporters can also listen to BBC Radio Newcastle commentary across newcastleunited.com and the Official Newcastle United App with a Newcastle United Account.

Our Match Centre will provide minute-by-minute updates, as well as all the key stats. Fans can also chose their Player of the Match at full-time.

When can I watch highlights?

Highlights will be available on newcastleunited.com and the Official Newcastle United App two hours after the match, with extended highlights from midnight.

A full match replay will be available the following day.

What's the Newcastle team news?

Ahead of the new season, Newcastle United have confirmed the arrivals of Anthony Elanga from Nottingham Forest, Malick Thiaw from AC Milan and Park Seung-soo from South Korean side Suwon Samsung Bluewings on permanent deals. England international goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale has arrived on loan from Southampton.

Eddie Howe was confirmed the squad is looking healthy heading into the new season, with only Joe Willock being unavailable, but not far off being ready.

What's the Aston Villa team news?

Aston Villa have brought in four players on permanent deals during the summer transfer window so far, as the side look to improve on their sixth place finish in the Premier League last season.