Eddie Howe’s side now know they will face Nottingham Forest on the opening day of the season with a trip to Stamford Bridge on the final day of the campaign on May 28.
In between those games are 36 matches that will determine how a first full season under new owners and management will look on Tyneside.
Newcastle finished in 11th place last year and will be hoping to improve on that as they aim to push for a top-half finish and into the European places – but is that likely next year?
Here, courtesy of betting app SBK who have ‘crunched the numbers’ ahead of the new season, we take a look at some of the early predictions for the 2022/23 Premier League season and see where Howe and Newcastle United have been forecast to finish next year:
9. Crystal Palace - 12th
The Eagles enjoyed a very successful first season under Patrick Vieira last year and will be hoping they can build on that next season. Palace are 5/1 to be relegated next season. Photo: Alex Broadway
10. Brighton & Hove Albion - 11th
Brighton were very impressive last season and finished in their highest ever Premier League position. They have been tipped to match that this season and could even disrupt the top-six if they get things right. Brighton are 7/1 to finish in the top six next season. Photo: Charlie Crowhurst
11. Aston Villa - 10th
The Steven Gerrard revolution is in full-force at Villa Park and they have been tipped to improve on their 14th place finish last season. Aston Villa are 5/1 to finish in the top six next season. Photo: Naomi Baker
12. Leicester City - 9th
Leicester had a slightly disappointing season last year, however, without any European distractions this campaign, Brendan Rodgers’ side could be one to keep an eye on. Leicester City are 9/2 to finish in the top six next season. Photo: Naomi Baker