Best pubs to watch World Cup 2026 matches in the UK

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is now only a few weeks away, but with thousands of fans in the UK being priced out of attending due to extortionate travel, accommodation and ticket prices, it is set to be a busy summer for pubs and bars up and down the country.

To help you find the perfect spot to soak up the action, FootballGroundGuide runs through some of the best pubs in the UK’s biggest cities to watch the World Cup in style.

Best pubs to watch the World Cup in London

BLOODsports (Covent Garden): A late-night venue with more than 30 HD screens.

BOX Piccadilly: A central West End venue offering food options and live sport.

BOXPARK Wembley: A ticketed venue near Wembley Stadium that is very popular with England fans.

Best pubs to watch the World Cup in Manchester

BOX Deansgate: A central location that spans two floors with a plethora of television and bars.

Brotherhood: A smart sports bar with a basement that's kitted out with pool and air hockey tables.

Director's Box: A relatively small sports bar near St Peter's Square tram stop.

Best pubs to watch the World Cup in Birmingham

Hennessey's: A popular sports bar with a huge beer garden.

TOCA: A modern sports bar located inside the Bull Ring shopping centre.

BOX Brindley Place: A two-level sports bar with more than 35 screens and shuffleboard tables.

Best pubs to watch the World Cup in Liverpool

The Long Shot: A sports bar with a huge selection of lagers and cocktails.

Boom Battle Bar: A fresh take on a modern sports bar, with plenty of bar games to keep you entertained in between matches.

The Bierkeller: A classic sports bar that remains lively when football isn't on.

We expect several bets to be placed when you're among your mates in the pub – to get ahead of the game, check out our list of the best World Cup betting sites.

Best pubs to watch the World Cup in Leeds

Black Cat Club: A sports bar that regularly puts on live music at night.

Pinnacle Sports and Games: A perfect combination of screens and pub games to keep guests entertained all day.

Boom Battle Bar: An all-singing, all-dancing bar with something for everyone.

Best pubs to watch the World Cup in Bristol

Sixes: A cricket-inspired sports bar in Bordeaux Quay. Why not have a net session in between matches?

Allstars Sports Bar: A sports bar decked out with a large number of pool tables. Perfect for casual viewers.

O'Neill's: An old-school bar with plenty of seating space for large groups.

Best pubs to watch the World Cup in Edinburgh

Boston Bar: An American-style bar with plenty of screens and live music.

The Three Sisters: Has a large outdoor area thats kitted out with HD screens, making it the ideal spot on days when the weather is behaving.

Belushi's: A slick, modern bar with a large selection of draft beers.

Best pubs to watch the World Cup in Glasgow

The Raven: A popular bar due its cheap cocktails.

The Clubhouse: A perfect spot for all day World Cup session, thanks to its large food menu.

Hope and Vincent: According to reviews, the liveliest sports bar in Glasgow.

Wherever you choose to drink and take in the football this summer, if you plan to place a bet during, check out our World Cup betting guide to give you a helping hand.