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.

Crooked Crown

49-51 Seel Street, Liverpool, L1 4AZ

The World Cup has arrived at Crooked Crown. From the first whistle to the final, they’ll be showing every game live across their screens.

Grab a table, round up your mates, and catch all the action at The Crown! 

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. 

McNasty’s

43 Seel St, Liverpool L1 4AZ

McNasty’s is showing every match of the FIFA World Cup, making it the perfect place to catch all the action with fellow football fans. With a heated beer garden, live match commentary and plenty of cold pints on offer, it’s a great spot to soak up the tournament atmosphere.

Walk-ins only, so arrive early to grab a good spot.

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.

Malmaison Liverpool

7 William Jessop Way, Liverpool L3 1QZ

You can catch every game in the Mal bar this summer. And… The Stack is BACK… and it’s ready for kick‑off! Bigger, bolder, and stacked higher than ever – you’re talking bacon, Gruyère, onion rings, and a hot honey chicken slider in one very serious burger.

With the World Cup showing across Malmaison, this is your matchday plan sorted: great food, cold drinks, and every game, live.

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.

Star Pins

7 School Lane, L1 3AQ 

Star Pins Liverpool will be screening FIFA World Cup matches live, offering far more than your average pub showing.

Under one roof alongside the football, the venue features Ten Pin Bowling, Ice Free Curling, Tech Darts, Shuffleboard Karaoke, and a fully fitted Arcade.

It is ideal for groups, families, or anyone wanting a guaranteed seat, a chance to bowl at half-time, and a welcome break from warm pints and cramped bars.

Throughout the tournament, they are serving exclusive World Cup food packages, pizzas, chicken tenders, loaded fries, and sharers, making it a proper matchday destination.

As a special bonus running from Monday 1st June to Sunday 19th July, anyone born in 1966 can swap their usual commiseration pint for a free game of bowling with the family for up to four people, serving as a nod to sixty years of pain waiting for football to come home.

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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