Unai Emery and Villa have been hamstring by the Premier League’s profit and sustainability rules (PSR), and have enjoyed a quiet window so far after their hectic winter. Things surely would’ve played out differently had they usurped Newcastle in the table on the final day.

Aston Villa and Newcastle have faced each other 175 times, with Newcastle having the advantage: 76 wins, against 60 victories for Aston Villa. In the English League, 162 games have been played between the two teams, with Aston Villa winning 54, 37 draws, and 71 victories for Newcastle.

Newcastle couldn't find a winner as Villa ended the game with 10 players and will be much happier with the point.