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Where to watch the World Cup in the City of London

The World Cup is here and it's created a fever across England and Scotland. The City is no different, and if you're hanging around the Square Mile you might want to jump in on the action and join the fun.

We've done the maths, so we're sharing with you the spots around the City that are showing the World Up games. If we've missed your favourite, then let us know on our socials, and we can add it on.

A person pulling a pint of beer at City Beerfest smiling and laughing.

Credit City of London Corporation. Photo by Tim Whitby

Goldwood Sports Bar

Goldwood Sports Bar is a space known for its sports atmosphere. Located just around the corner from Guildhall, it's a brilliant shout to catch all the action on one of the many screens dotted around the place.

The Paternoster

The Paternoster is an iconic spot just off Fleet Street showing all the World Cup Matches. It's a cosy traditional pub spot which lends itself to a brilliant football atmosphere.

A stylish restaurant interior with modern decor featuring wooden tables set with plates and glasses.

Balfour at Bow Wine Bar

Balfour at Bow wine bar allows us to throw some wine into the mix with this iconic spot next to St-Mary-Le-Bow Church. They promise to show all the games during their opening hours, and we’ve even spotted the TV in the garden on warm days while walking home, and that's a win for everyone!

Brigadiers

Nestled in Bloomberg arcade, those of you who are Bank or Cannon Street workers have most likely seen the crowds outside Brigadiers with the TVs through the window, meaning you're able to catch some rays, and the goals as they roll in.

Brigadiers - plates of delicious grilled food - chips - burgers - chicken

© Brigadiers

Fanzone 4D

Fanzone are taking over Steel Yard to bring you right into the heart of the World Cup action. There'll be a giant screen and hundreds of fans there for one reason, making for the best atmosphere to cheer on your team and placing your right in the heart of the World Cup action.

BOXHALL

The BOXHALL brand is truly bringing the vibes to the City. They've gone all out for the World Cup matches, using their giant TV and offering both general admission and seated tickets with drinks and food included, if you can still grab an available ticket, this is absolutely up there as one of your best options.

Photo credit BOXHALL City.

The Hydrant Sports Bar

The Hydrant is another grade A sports bar in the Square Mile. If you're after a place that'll surround you in the sporting world, then this is definitely one of the best options for you.

The Hydrant - busy pub interior - low and high tables

The Banker

The beloved Banker is showing every World Cup match this year, meaning you can settle in with a pint, get one of their World Cup food packages, and get stuck into the atmosphere of the great game.

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