World Cup 2026: Top 5 places to watch fixtures in Oxford

From June 11 to July 19, football fans will gather to watch 48 teams play in 104 matches across 39 days in three host nations – USA, Canada and Mexico.

Pubs-goers will be able to support the country until 1am for most knockout games and 2am for late kick-offs.

This is part of the Government’s push to support the hospitality industry and ensure fans don’t miss matches due to time differences.

England will play in fixtures against Croatia on June 17, Ghana on June 23, and Panama on June 27. Semi-finals will take place on July 14 and 14, with the finals on July 19.

Top five places to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup

1. Big Society, Cowley Road, Oxford

The buzzing pub has big screens and a variety of matchday food and drinks on offer, including beer buckets.

You can also watch replays with brunch from 11am, with breakfast with coffee starting at £15.

A £5 deposit per person is required for big-match bookings.

2. The City Arms, Cowley Road, Oxford

Another great Cowley Road option where you can (hopefully) watch glorious wins live on HD screens while enjoying a pint with your mates.

Students can get cheaper drinks starting at £4 all day from Sunday to Friday. Booking is advised.

3. The Britannia Inn, London Road, Headington, Oxford

Bookings and walk-ins are welcome at the family-friendly setting for fans to watch the Three Lions play alongside Croatia, Ghana and Panama.

Matchday offers include a burger and a pint for £11 and there is a beer garden to soak-up the last of the evening summer sun before the games.

4. The Holly Bush, Bridge Street, Oxford

West Oxford fans can indulge in the game atmosphere on big screens for the Group L games.

Whether you’re a die-hard football fan or a casual viewer, there’s drink and food options for everyone.

Their fresh dough pizzas, baked to perfection in a brick oven, pack a punch full of flavour and are not to be missed.

5. O’Neill’s, George Street, Oxford

If your poison of choice is a crisp Guinness then this chain Irish bar is the place for you.

They will showcase England’s road to glory and Scotland’s return after 28 years. The nation will take part in Group c fixtures with Brazil, Morocco, and Haiti.

Bookable spaces are limited but there will be plenty of room to enjoy the fun if you arrive early.

Enjoy the games wherever and whoever you’re watching with – good luck Three Lions