Newcastle United confirmed they would play friendly matches against Gateshead,[45] 1860 Munich,[45] Mainz 05,[45] Benfica,[46] Atalanta,[47] and Athletic Bilbao[47] as part of their pre-season schedule.

[48] On 21 October 2022, Newcastle United announced that the first team squad would return to Saudi Arabia for a warm-weather training camp when the Premier League season pauses for the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

As part of that visit, it was also confirmed that Newcastle United would play a friendly match against Saudi Professional League side Al Hilal on 8 December 2022.

[49] Newcastle United also confirmed they would play a friendly match against Rayo Vallecano on 17 December 2022 before the Premier League season restarts after the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

[56] Win Draw Loss Fixtures The Magpies entered the EFL Cup in the second round, and were drawn away to Tranmere Rovers.