With the World Cup around the corner, there are plenty of places in Liverpool to watch the action unfold for whoever you support during this festival of football.
Whether you’re planning to follow every game or simply want somewhere with a great atmosphere for the knockout stages, the city is packed with venues that know how to put on a show when major sporting events come around.
If you’re all in on England, watching the Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo last dance, or want to embrace the different footballing nations from around the world, Liverpool has plenty of options for you to get involved.
From giant screens and food halls to traditional pubs and sports bars, here are some of the best places to watch the World Cup in Liverpool.
Blackstock Market
Blackstock Street, Liverpool, L3 6ER
Blackstock Market has become one of Liverpool’s most popular entertainment venues and is well-suited to major sporting events for you and all your pals to enjoy watching it together.
Large screens, plenty of seating and a huge choice of food vendors make it an excellent option for groups.
The spacious venue creates a fan-zone atmosphere that is perfect for the biggest World Cup fixtures, espcailly with various options on tap.
Dicey Reilly’s
21-25 Wolstenholme Square, Liverpool, L1 4JJ
Known for its love of live sport, Dicey Reilly’s is expected to be packed throughout the tournament.
The Irish sports bar features multiple screens and a lively atmosphere, particularly during major football matches.
Its city centre location also makes it a popular meeting spot before and after games in case you’re thinking of where to go for the football when out and about.
Flight Club Liverpool
Chavasse Park, Liverpool ONE, Liverpool, L2 9SQ
Flight Club offers something a little different for football fans looking to make a day or evening of it during the World Cup.
Located in Liverpool ONE, the venue combines its popular social darts experience with large screens showing major sporting events.
With food, cocktails and plenty of space for groups, it’s a strong option for those wanting more than just a traditional pub or sports bar experience.
Punch Tarmey’s
Cains Brewery Village, 35 Regent Road, Liverpool, L3 7DS
Punch Tarmey’s is home to one of Liverpool’s largest indoor screens and regularly hosts major sporting events, so you’re in luck if you’re suffering from some Worlc Cup fever
The venue attracts big crowds whenever football is on and offers the kind of atmosphere many fans look for during international tournaments.
So whether you’re by yourself after work or in a group on the weekend, go and indulge in some World Cup atmosphere.
The Bierkeller
6 Thomas Steers Way, Liverpool, L1 8LW
Bierkeller’s beer hall-style setting makes it ideal for watching football with friends, family or by yourself if you have a cheeky bet on or you are just a World Cup fanatic.
Large screens, communal seating and a lively crowd help create an atmosphere to get you in the mood, especially during the tournament’s biggest matches.
The Shipping Forecast
15 Slater Street, Liverpool, L1 4BW
Spread across multiple floors and with one of the largest pub interiors in the city centre, The Shipping Forecast is ideal for fans who want to watch the football without battling for space at some of Liverpool’s busier sports bars.
The Slater Street venue is known for its huge selection of drinks, regular food deals and laid-back atmosphere, making it a popular choice for groups planning to settle in for an afternoon of back-to-back World Cup matches.
The Long Shot
Unit 4, Britannia Pavilion, Albert Dock, Liverpool, L3 4AD
Situated on the Albert Dock waterfront, The Long Shot is one of Liverpool’s newest dedicated sports bars. Unlike venues that simply show football, live sport is at the heart of everything it does.
Large screens are positioned throughout the venue, giving fans excellent views wherever they sit, while its dockside location makes it a great option for those wanting to enjoy a drink by the waterfront before kick-off.
Keith’s Wine Bar
107 Lark Lane, Liverpool, L17 8UR
Lark Lane is known for its independent bars and community feel, and Keith’s Wine Bar captures that atmosphere perfectly.
While smaller than some of the city centre venues, it offers something different during major tournaments, bringing together local residents in a welcoming setting.
For South Liverpool football fans wanting to avoid the city-centre crowds, it’s a popular alternative with plenty of character.
Kelly’s Dispensary
77 Smithdown Road, Liverpool, L7 4JG
A fixture of the Smithdown Road pub scene for years, Kelly’s Dispensary remains one of the area’s most popular spots for live football, if you’re looking for somewhere outside the city centre.
The traditional pub attracts a mix of students, locals and sports fans, creating a welcoming atmosphere on matchdays.
With venues ranging from giant-screen entertainment destinations to local favourites, football fans will have plenty of places to enjoy the World Cup when the tournament gets underway with Mexico vs South Africa as the opening fixture.
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