"England are playing Andorra at Villa Park in Birmingham on Saturday due to Coldplay's concerts at Wembley. The Three Lions traditionally play their home matches at the London ground, but Coldplay's run of concerts at the national stadium has given England an opportunity chance to take the fixture around the country. Wembley is hosting Coldplay gigs both on Thursday and Saturday."
"Speaking earlier this year when Villa Park was confirmed as the venue, England head coach Thomas Tuchel said: "We are excited to play at Villa Park, another stadium full of history. "I know from my own visits to the stadium this season that it is capable of creating an outstanding atmosphere and is located close to St. George's Park which is a positive for our preparation. "We hope to be able to generate another special atmosphere and create a memorable occasion for all fans.""
"Since 2018, England have also played home matches at the City Ground, Newcastle's St James' Park, Manchester United's Old Trafford and Wolverhampton Wanderers' Molineux. Middlesborough's Riverside Stadium, Southampton's St Mary's, Leicester City's King Power Stadium and Leeds United's Elland Road have all hosted games too. Stadiums selected must comply with Uefa's regulations and have suitable training complexes nearby too. England's remaining home World Cup qualifiers in 2025 will both take place at Wembley against Wales and Serbia."
England will play Andorra at Villa Park in Birmingham on Saturday because Coldplay are holding concerts at Wembley, which normally hosts England home matches. Coldplay is staging gigs on Thursday and Saturday, prompting the fixture to be moved around the country. The match will be England's first at Aston Villa's ground since February 2005 when England drew 0-0 with the Netherlands. England have played nine times at Villa Park, winning four, drawing four and losing once. Since 2018, England have staged home matches at several other stadiums. Stadiums must meet Uefa regulations and offer suitable nearby training facilities. Remaining home World Cup qualifiers in 2025 will be at Wembley against Wales and Serbia.
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