The club finished sixth in the Championship, and were defeated by Luton Town in the play off semi-finals.

Sunderland announced they would travel to Portugal for a training camp which would include two pre-season friendlies.

[58] A further addition to the Portugal tour schedule was confirmed, against Roma.

[62] Sunderland finished 6th in the regular 2022–23 EFL Championship season, so were drawn against 3rd placed Luton Town in the Play-off Semi Final.

[65] Sunderland were drawn away to Sheffield Wednesday in the first round.