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How to watch Aston Villa's pre-season friendly vs Indonesia XI

James Barker

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Aston Villa travel to Jakarta on Saturday to take on an Indonesia All-Stars XI.

Unai Emery's side will be hoping to get back to winning ways this weekend, having lost their previous two pre-season friendlies.

After starting the summer campaign with a 5-0 routing of Walsall, Villa have been beaten 2-1 by Porto and 4-2 at the hands of Real Sociedad respectively.

Next up for the Villains is a game against an Indonesian XI at the 77,000-seater Gelora Bung Karno Stadium in Jakarta.

It's a unique clash which is sure to be an exciting watch for those tuning in.

But how can Villains supporters follow the action live? Fear not, as Villa News has you covered with everything you need to know.

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Villa News has backed Emery to hand Alysson a big opportunity against Indonesia XI this weekend, in what would be another reason for Villa fans to get excited about tuning in for.

The game is scheduled to kick-off at 1:30pm UK time, so be sure to get your Saturday morning chores done in time for an early afternoon start.

For Villa fans wanting to watch the game live, then the match will be broadcast on VillaTV.

As per Aston Villa's official website, individual match passes are priced at £6.99 per pre-season game.

Supporters can also purchase an annual video membership for £30, with provides access to exclusive content, live match coverage and 90-minute replays of games amongst other benefits.

It gets even better for season ticket holders too, as they can purchase this annual subscription at a 50 per cent discount, which is automatically applied at the checkout.

So, who are Aston Villa's opponents on Saturday the Indonesia All-Stars, and have they played matches before?

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Indonesia XI have played some of world football's biggest teams

A team comprised of players from Indonesian football's top-tier, Indonesia XI - also known as Indonesia All-Stars, Dream Team or Liga Selection - predominantly play friendly games.

Back in 2012, they played two matches against Inter Milan and one against Valencia, which ended in 3-0, 4-2 and 5-0 defeats for the All-Stars.

The following year, they played against Premier League trio Arsenal, Liverpool and Chelsea, and against lost all three by scores of 7-0, 2-0 and 8-1.

January 2018 saw them take on Iceland's national team, which they lost 6-0, and in July last year, they were beaten 6-3 by then-Championship outfit Oxford United.

So, Aston Villa will of course be heavy favourites to beat this Indonesia XI and beat them comfortably, as the All-Stars look to accomplish what would surely have to be one of the biggest wins in Indonesian footballing history if they can defeat Emery's Villains.

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