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Sian Traynor

Edinburgh nightclub to host World Cup fanzone with half-time games and huge screens

An Edinburgh nightclub have announced they will be hosting a huge football fanzone to celebrate the 2022 World Cup.

With the international competition set to begin on Sunday, November 20, WhyNot shared they will be running a series of events for locals to watch the matches.

Usually only open from late until the small hours, the George Street club will be transforming the dancefloor during the day to allow for the venue to become a pop up sports bar.

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Starting with the opening match between Qatar and Equador on November 20 at 4pm, the club will be screening games every day up until November 2.

Opening as early as 1pm, the venue have said they will be televising the games on huge screens inside the club, as well as using their top-of-the-range surround sound system.

In addition, a full food menu and drinks will be available, with the orders brought straight to your table while you watch the match.

Making the viewing more lively, the club will also be hosting 'half-time games', which will take place in the venue's Rose Street Garden area.

Speaking on social media, a post from WhyNot said: "Looking for the perfect spot to watch all the action at this year’s WORLD CUP?

"We are excited to announce that we will be showing at the games (after 12pm) on two huge screens with our state of the art @voidacoustics soundsystem, delicious drinks and food served to your table oh and we have half time games in the garden too It’s free to book, visit our website and don’t miss out!"

You can find more information here.

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