On 18 May 2022, Crewe announced their finalised pre-season schedule with away trips to Nantwich Town, Macclesfield, Kidsgrove Athletic, Barnsley and Halesowen Town followed by a home game against West Bromwich Albion.

[54] A further home friendly with Rotherham United (for 23 July 2022) was also noted, though the match was later removed from the original press release.

[55] On 25 July 2022, a trip for an XI side to Whitchurch Alport was confirmed.

[56] Win Draw Loss Fixtures During the season, Crewe announced they would face Brentford B in a behind-closed-doors friendly.

[68] Three days later, Leeds United U21s joined Northern Group B.