Where to watch England vs. Panama in London: Best pubs and sports bars for World Cup match

England will look to secure top spot in Group L as they face Panama at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in the World Cup on Saturday night.

The Three Lions dropped their first points of the tournament on Tuesday night, when they could only manage a goalless draw with a resolute Ghana side.

As a result, Saturday's match at the MetLife Stadium has something on it for Thomas Tuchel's side, who want to claim first place and book a more favourable round-of-32 tie.

Here, Football Ground Guide looks at the best pubs and sports bars in London to watch Saturday's match.

England vs. Panama: Best pubs and bars in Central London

BOXHALL Liverpool Street – 1-27 The Arcade, Liverpool St, EC2M 7PN

One of the biggest venues in Central London, BOXHALL Liverpool Street has tickets remaining for England vs. Panama this weekend, however, they ask that all attendees are fans of the Three Lions.

There is an age restriction so you will need a valid Photo ID to prove that you are over 18, and tickets begin at £16.90 for unreserved standing which includes a few drink token for the many bars.

Bat & Ball Covent Garden – 50 Earlham St, WC2H 9LJ

The Bat & Ball at Covent Garden have a special booking for World Cup matches, and it will set you back £10 per person for a deposit on a GuestList ticket, with that taken off your bill at the end of the night.

The venue looks like more of a traditional bar with standard-sized TVs around the main area and is expected to get busy during England vs. Panama on Saturday night, so book now to avoid disappointment.

England vs. Panama: Best pubs and bars in East London

People's Park Tavern – 360 Victoria Park Rd, E9 7BT

Throughout the World Cup, the People's Park Tavern in Hackney has been showing the majority of the matches on their big screen outdoors, which sounds appealing for a 10pm kick-off in heatwave conditions.

The PPT asks for a £5-per-head authorisation when making a booking, asking that customers do not make booking for multiple matches on the same day.

Goldwood – 30 Old Jewry, EC2R 8DQ

A traditional bar with a modern twist, Goldwood are selling unreserved standing and guaranteed seats tickets for England's clash with Panama on Saturday night, boasting plenty of big screens to watch the action.

The venue encourages customers to arrive early to enjoy the pre-match atmosphere, which is certain to be excellent as World Cup fever hits.

England vs. Panama: Best pubs and bars in South London

Prince of Peckham – 1 Clayton Rd, SE15 5JA

The Prince of Peckham in South London is offering paid seating tickets and free standing tickets for Saturday night's England vs. Panama clash, a pub recently visited by Prince Williams.

The Princes of Wales was pictured pouring a pint behind the bar at the venue, however, you will be able to sit back and simply enjoy the football.

The Garden Vauxhall – 6A S Lambeth Pl, SW8 1SP

One of the most popular places for a football viewing in South London, The Garden Vauxhall has 3 giant LED screens outside for Saturday's England match, as well as a fine selection of food and drink offerings.

Tickets are selling fast for this event, and you can get an early bird (arrive before 7pm) ticket for £11.25, whilst general entry with a drink costs £22.50. There are also table-for-six offers at £45.

England vs. Panama: Best pubs and bars in West London

The Drayton Court – 2 The Avenue, W13 8PH

Boasting the biggest beer garden in West London, The Drayton Court sounds like the ideal spot to watch the England game at 10pm after a hot and sweaty day in a heatwave.

All Three Lions matches are a ticket-only event at the venue, with an entry plus drink ticket costing £15, whilst it is £23 for entry, a drink and a £10 food voucher.

The Queen's Head Hammersmith – 13 Brook Grn, W6 7BL

This venue is not taking bookings for any of the World Cup matches, so you and your group will need to turn up early to secure the best seats in front of the TVs.

England vs. Panama will be shown, however, the pub cannot show some of the late kick-offs due to licensing agreements.

England vs. Panama: Best pubs and bars in North London

The Dial – Unit 3, Green Place, SE10 0PE

Although walk-ins are welcome at The Dial, it is encouraged that you book a seat for a group of three or more for England's match on Saturday, given the expected high demand for spaces.

There are 20 big screens in the venue, and an entry ticket with a free pint will cost each person £5.50.

The Faltering Fullback – 19 Perth Rd, N4 3HB

Seemingly named in honour of Djed Spence, this North London pub is one of many North London venues showing the England vs. Panama match.

There are no signs of tickets, so it appears that you have to just turn up early to secure the best seats for your party.