FIFA World Cup 2026 in Manchester: Best Pubs & Bars to Watch

Manchester lives for football and World Cup 2026 will be huge from June 11 to July 19. The city has 150+ pubs showing all matches on BBC and ITV with extended hours.

Upcoming World Cup Fixtures

Click on the fixtures below to find the best venues showing them.

FIFA World Cup

6th Jun

00:00

TBC

TBC

FIFA World Cup

11th Jun

19:00

Mexico

South Africa

FIFA World Cup

12th Jun

02:00

South Korea

TBC

FIFA World Cup

12th Jun

19:00

Canada

TBC

FIFA World Cup

13th Jun

01:00

USA

Paraguay

FIFA World Cup

13th Jun

19:00

Qatar

Switzerland

FIFA World Cup

13th Jun

22:00

Brazil

Morocco

FIFA World Cup

14th Jun

01:00

Haiti

Scotland

FIFA World Cup

14th Jun

04:00

Australia

TBC

FIFA World Cup

14th Jun

17:00

Germany

Curacao

FIFA World Cup

14th Jun

20:00

Netherlands

Japan

FIFA World Cup

14th Jun

23:00

Ivory Coast

Ecuador

FIFA World Cup

15th Jun

02:00

TBC

Tunisia

FIFA World Cup

15th Jun

16:00

Spain

Cape Verde Islands

FIFA World Cup

15th Jun

19:00

Belgium

Egypt

FIFA World Cup

15th Jun

22:00

Saudi Arabia

Uruguay

FIFA World Cup

16th Jun

01:00

Iran

New Zealand

FIFA World Cup

16th Jun

19:00

France

Senegal

FIFA World Cup

16th Jun

22:00

TBC

Norway

FIFA World Cup

17th Jun

01:00

Argentina

Algeria

FIFA World Cup

17th Jun

04:00

Austria

Jordan

FIFA World Cup

17th Jun

17:00

Portugal

TBC

FIFA World Cup

17th Jun

20:00

England

Croatia

FIFA World Cup

17th Jun

23:00

Ghana

Panama

FIFA World Cup

18th Jun

02:00

Uzbekistan

Colombia

FIFA World Cup

18th Jun

19:00

TBC

Switzerland

FIFA World Cup

18th Jun

22:00

Canada

Qatar

FIFA World Cup

19th Jun

01:00

Mexico

South Korea

FIFA World Cup

19th Jun

19:00

USA

Australia

FIFA World Cup

19th Jun

22:00

Scotland

Morocco

FIFA World Cup

20th Jun

01:00

Brazil

Haiti

FIFA World Cup

20th Jun

04:00

Paraguay

TBC

How to Find Pubs Showing World Cup 2026 in Manchester

With FANZO, locate pubs showing World Cup 2026 matches across Manchester in real-time. Enter your area or enable location, select the match you want to watch, and discover all pubs broadcasting it live. Filter by area (City Centre, Northern Quarter, Deansgate) and atmosphere to find your perfect spot.

Best Manchester Areas to Watch FIFA World Cup 2026

Manchester offers exceptional World Cup viewing across the city, with certain areas delivering the most electric atmosphere.

Top Manchester Areas for World Cup 2026:

City Centre:

  • Deansgate - 25+ pubs and bars, large screens, open until 1am for late matches
  • Spinningfields - 12+ upscale bars, outdoor screens, corporate crowd
  • St Peter's Square - 10+ pubs near tram hub, easy access

Northern Quarter:

  • Stevenson Square area - 20+ independent bars, young crowd, alternative atmosphere
  • Piccadilly area - 15+ pubs, mix of traditional and modern bars

Other Key Areas:

  • Ancoats - 10+ new bars, outdoor spaces, growing football scene
  • Castlefield - 8+ canalside pubs, quieter atmosphere, outdoor viewing
  • Salford Quays - 10+ pubs near Old Trafford, strong United fanbase

Near Stadiums:

  • Old Trafford area - 12+ pubs, open 4 hours before England matches
  • Etihad area - 8+ bars, City supporters' atmosphere

Most Manchester pubs showing World Cup 2026 have 4-10 screens and capacity for 100-250 people.

FAQ: Watching World Cup 2026 in Manchester Pubs

Do I need to book to watch World Cup 2026 matches in Manchester pubs? For England matches and finals, book 1-2 weeks ahead. For other matches, arrive 45 minutes before kick-off. Deansgate and Northern Quarter pubs fill quickly.

Which Manchester area has the best World Cup atmosphere? Deansgate has the highest concentration of sports pubs with 25+ bars. Northern Quarter offers a younger crowd with 20+ independent bars showing all matches.

Will Manchester pubs stay open late for World Cup 2026 night matches? Yes, most Manchester sports pubs will extend hours until 2am for matches kicking off at 10pm and 1am UK time throughout June and July.

Are there outdoor screens for World Cup 2026 in Manchester? Many pubs in Spinningfields, Ancoats and Castlefield have outdoor screens. Some Deansgate bars set up temporary outdoor areas specifically for the World Cup.

Which areas are best for pre-match food before World Cup matches? Spinningfields and Deansgate have the most food options within 5 minutes of sports pubs. Northern Quarter has street food markets open until 9pm.