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 next year and when could some of United’s defining games of the season be played?
Here, we take a look at 11 key fixtures to look-out for next season:
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.