Forget xG, the stat most Premier League fans want to know is how many pubs are within one mile of each stadium. The pre-match drink has been an important part of English football culture for over a century, with pubs and the beautiful game complementing each other brilliantly.
Some 239 pubs closed in England and Wales during the first three months of 2024, a 56% increase on the same period in 2023. A shocking statistic, not least for match-going football fans who enjoy pre and post-match drinks.
Pre-match pint lovers will be glad to know that all 20 Premier League clubs have at least one pub within a one-mile radius of their stadium, but as research by OLBG has revealed, some offer more choice than others.
