After a brilliant end to last season, anticipation ahead of the new season is building at St James’s Park.
It will be Eddie Howe’s first full season in the Magpies dugout and hopes are high that they can improve on their 11th place finish last time out.
The beginning of last season saw Newcastle go 14 games without a win, with the club picking up just two wins before the January transfer window closed.
They will undoubtedly have more success this time around and supporters have been given a glimpse into what the season may have in-store for Newcastle.
But what are some of the key fixtures that fans can look forward to this season and when could some of United’s defining games of the season be played?
Ahead of their season opener with Nottingham Forest, here, we take a look at 11 key fixtures to look-out for next season:
5. Chelsea (home) - November 12
Newcastle’s last game before the World Cup break sees them host Chelsea. The Magpies could benefit if a raft of Chelsea stars potentially have one eye on the World Cup. Photo: Stu Forster
6. Leicester City (away) - December 26
Premier League football returns and Newcastle face a trip to the King Power Stadium - a ground they have had mixed fortunes at recently, but it’s a game they will back themselves to get a result from. Photo: Gareth Copley
7. Leeds United (home) - December 31
Newcastle are scheduled to play Leeds at home on New Year’s Eve. It could be some evening under the lights at St James’s Park. Photo: Ian MacNicol
8. Bournemouth (away) - February 11
This will be Eddie Howe’s first return to the Vitality Stadium since leaving the club in 2020. After seeing the Cherries relegated behind closed doors, it will undoubtedly be an emotional game for the Magpies head coach. Photo: WILL OLIVER