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Football fever has swept the nation for the last month, with the UEFA European Championships taking place in Germany. And with that has come plenty of opportunity to cheer on your team alongside thousands of fellow fans.
Although Scotland departed the tournament in the group stages, it’s been hard to avoid England’s efforts in the beautiful game.
Now, as Southgate’s squad prepare to face an impressive Spanish side in the final, scoring a space at a sports bar, screening or pub on Sunday has become top of the to-do list for Three Lions fans.
Fan screenings have popped up across the UK in cities from London and Liverpool to Exeter and Edinburgh, catering for both die-hard supporters and those who just love the international tournament spirit.
From giant screens and pumping sound systems to interactive shows, here’s everything you need to know to ensure you don’t miss a second of the action.
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When is the Euros final?
Hosted by Germany, it’s down to the final two of Europe’s top national teams to compete for the coveted Euros championship title. England’s next match – the final against Spain on Sunday 14 July at 8pm.
Where to watch the Euros final in London?
BOXPARK Wembley
The outdoor shipping containers erected a big screen outside with space for 1,200 fans. You’ll be able to see the action in crystal clear detail on a giant screen with street food stands available should you start to feel peckish. Tickets for the final go on sale at 6pm today (11 July).
Tickets from £11.13; boxpark.co.uk
Clapham Grand
Like a big screen? The Euros final will be shown on the Clapham Grand’s massive 25ft screen, so you’ll feel like you’re on the pitch with the players. But you’ll need to move faster than Jude Bellingham on the ball to secure tickets as they sold out during the World Cup. All standing tickets include a free beer or soft drink. You can also book a seated ticket or a box.
Wait list – tickets from £31.43; claphamgrand.com
Bounce, Old Street
Does the nervous anticipation of the game make you feel hungry? Bounce might be famous for its table tennis, but for the Euros they’re catering to football fans by showing the game on big screens and offering two hours of unlimited pizza. Starting at kick off, you can eat as much as you want until the final whistle of a standard game including the half-time break, (extra-time isn’t included). Tickets include a seat, if you want to use it, and two free drinks.
Tickets £30; bouncepingpong.com
Between The Bridges, Southbank
Between The Bridges is a summer haven on the Southbank, nestled near the London Eye and the Hungerford Bridge. Perfect for football viewing, it will show the game on its massive outdoor courtyard screens which are surrounded by the best London street food and plenty of opportunities for grabbing cold pints at halftime.
Wait list – tickets from £17; betweenthebridges.co.uk
100 Wardour Street, Soho
The central venue will be showing the final Euro 2024 game on a giant screen in the downstairs restaurant and club. Make a night of it with a special menu including a bucket of beers (£49), buffalo chicken wings, beef burgers with cheese and burger sauce, hot dogs with crispy shallots, and veggie burgers with harissa mayo.
Tickets £20 including a free beer; 100wardourst.com
The Cavendish, Marylebone
If you have friends who live all across London or the Home Coutines, you could meet centrally at The Cavendish in Marylebone Village. Visit the main bar’s terrace space to enjoy classic and experimental cocktails if you don’t fancy a traditional pint. This pub also has a special dog menu, where they’ll make fresh dishes especially for pampered pooches.
Free to walk-in; 35newcavendish.co.uk
Where to watch the Euros final in Liverpool?
Bierkeller Liverpool
For a lively party atmosphere, Liverpool’s Bierkeller delivers. There will be screens throughout the venue, catering to those who want to sit down and watch and those who want to play darts or shuffleboard but still keep an eye on the scores.
Food and drink packages for £35 per person, walk-ins also accepted; thebierkeller.com
Gravity MAX Liverpool
Gravity MAX has you covered whatever the weather as they’re showing the big screen sporting action inside in their Social bar as well as outside on their roof terrace (which does have a retractable roof, just in case). The terrace will have a self-service draught bar so you can pour your own pint, while downstairs you can order comfort food like burgers, hot dogs and chicken wings.
Free to book a table; gravity-global.com
Revolution Liverpool Albert Dock
From pornstar martinis to penalties, Revolution will keep you well-refreshed as you take in all the nail-biting football drama on the big screen. The venue’s sound system will be broadcasting the live commentary so you know exactly what’s going on and hear every cheer and every gasp. The bar can hold 500 guests so it’s advisable to book in advance to guarantee entry.
Free to book tickets; fixr.co
Where else can I watch the Euros final in the UK?
Puttshack, Lakeside
If you want to enjoy a great night out, whatever the outcome of the football, Puttshack will esnure you’re fed and watered during the game. Put together a group of six and you can all get unlimited wine, beer and bubbles for two hours as well as as much pizza as you can eat. Plus, you can have a game of mini golf before or after you’ve watched England vs Spain.
Tickets from £40pp, minimum six people; puttshack.com
The Cider Press, Bristol
The Cider Press is a friendly and welcoming pub on the heart of Gloucester Road, famous for its 32 draught ciders. It has eight screens as well as two HD projectors and will show all of the Euros games, even offering sports table service so you won’t miss a second of the action queuing for the bar.
Free to book; crafted-social.co.uk
SPARK York
Spark is an outdoor community space, home to some of York’s most exciting start-ups working in food, retail, and the arts. A big outdoor screen will be erected outside and if you book a table for two, drinks will be delivered to the table.
Tickets from £20; eventbrite.com
Belushi’s Edinburgh
Belushi’s in Edinburgh’s Market Street is an international sports bar that’s always packed to the rafters when a big game is on. Grab a burger and some wings, play beer pong and enjoy the match.
Walk-ins available; belushis.com
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