Where To Watch The World Cup 2026 In Leeds

• Why I recommend: thanks to its large capacity, Belgrave Music Hall & Canteen can fit hundreds of fans in to catch the football. I think they're the perfect hosts, with very affordable Amstel pints (£2.99 from Monday to Friday, 12pm - 5pm), and various glossy big screens dotted around the venue for brilliant vantage points wherever you are
• Location: Cross Belgrave Street, The Calls, LS2 8JP
• Showing: key fixtures 

Catch all of the most anticipated World Cup action from this three-floor party bar. Belgrave Music Hall & Canteen becomes the ultimate venue and urban retreat for watching sport, as it embraces the excitement while serving up street food and craft beer.

They'll be showing England's group L matches, as well as other key fixtures, and helping your hunger pangs with slices from Dough Boys Leeds and buns from Pattys Burgers. 

• Why I recommend: Flight Club gives you the best seat in the house, whether you're here for some pre-match darts or diving straight into the action
• Location: 1-2 South Parade, LS1 5QL
• Showing: England games

Follow every pass, shot and tackle of England's World Cup journey at Flight Club. Book a table in front of the big screens in the bar or warm up for the action with an hour at the oche before watching from your private viewing zone. 

Wherever you pull up a pew, there's plenty to keep you refreshed along the way. We're talking ice cold pints, creative cocktails and delicious pub grub.

• Why I recommend: there are multiple different ticket options to suit your matchday needs, and the drinks here are truly excellent
• Location: 43 Woodhouse Lane, LS1 3HQ
• Showing: England games and other big fixtures

A trendy choice for watching football, Rita's Beerhall and Ballroom is the very first beerhall for cocktail lovers. It's decorated with plush furnishings and quirky patterns, as well as several different screens dotted around the room.

They'll be showing all of the England games here, with tickets starting from just £5.50 per person. Or for £11, they'll throw in your first pint and a seated ticket.

• Why I recommend: proudly a Yorkshire pub, Aire Bar is a firm favourite among the local community
• Location: 32 The Calls, LS2 7EW
• Showing: all games

Riverside views are the backdrop at Aire Bar for their sports screenings. they're known as a Leeds United pub, but they also show international games - especially during the World Cup.

Watch from the plasma screens as you play pool, or while munching your way through a Yorkshire-themed menu and drinking a selection of real cask ales.

• Why I recommend: a haven of competitive gaming, Roxy Ball Room will never leave you bored
• Location: Trinity Square, Boar Lane, LS1 6HW
• Showing: England games and other big fixtures

If you're looking to watch the football in Leeds, but also not skimp on any activities and entertainment at halftime, then Roxy Ball Room is just the place. Fronting ping pong and pool alongside shuffleboard, this fun spot is keeping things competitive.

They don't skimp on food and drink either. Enjoy a wide array of creative cocktails, paired with plates like Korean glazed chicken, hand-stretched pizzas and truffle parmesan chips.

• Why I recommend: as a dedicated sports bar with one of the highest numbers of screens in the city, Box is for fans who refuse to miss a single second
• Location: 15, Infirmary Street, LS1 2JP
• Showing: all games

Grab a pint, a pizza and settle in for the World Cup action at Box in Leeds or Headingley. There's no danger of missing a single kick here, with 35 HD TVs dotted around the place.

Get down before the match to kick off the competitive spirit early. You can beat your mates at everything from karaoke to shuffleboard and Electric Darts.

• Why I recommend: this is one of the quirkiest venues on our list, as it's literally a boat, and there are several different screens to watch from
• Location: Woodhouse Lane, LS2 3AX
• Showing: England games and other big fixtures

One of the most unique places showing the World Cup in Leeds, The Dry Dock is a permanently anchored boat on Woodhouse Lane. It's got original features inside, as well as multiple screens.

They'll be showing each and every England game here, and you can book your ticket for free to secure a spot. Of course, there are plenty of pints to be enjoyed as well.

• Why I recommend: this place turns every England match into a party, whatever the result, and entry is free as well
• Location: 5a Womanby Street, CF10 1BR
• Showing: England games

With the World Cup in full swing, Bootlegger Watch Parties are back. We're talking late kick-offs, big screens and an epic afters.

With every England game (and a good few more) beamed on the big screens, you can follow all the action with a steady stream of cracking cocktails. Entry is free, but it's always a good idea to book a table if you want a seat.

• Why I recommend: this pub boasts a buzzing atmosphere at all times, and the Guinness is always fresh
• Location: 40 Boar Lane, LS1 5DA
• Showing: all games

While the Irish are perhaps better known for their love of rugby, O'Neill's certainly won't be denying Leeds locals the very best of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Head here to catch all the action on their screens, while sinking pints of Guinness.

They've also got a wide range of affordable food on offer, from chorizo and halloumi skewers to double mushroom pizzas and cauliflower curry.

• Why I recommend: this is a classic, cosy pub that you can really settle down in for an evening of watching football in comfort
• Location: 1-3 Hunslet Road, LS10 1JQ
• Showing: England games

Looking for pubs showing the World Cup in Leeds? The Adelphi is known for its sumptuous roasts and comfort classics. But not only is it fronting stellar grub to tuck into, this boozer also shows all the biggest games across its screens.

Expect traditional interiors with a colourful twist, featuring polished brass and carved wood. Plus, there are plenty of comfortable seats to relax in as you watch.

• Why I recommend: the drinks here are very affordable, and they've got a hearty menu of pub grub to fuel you through the game
• Location: 229 Woodhouse Lane, LS2 3AP
• Showing: England games

It's not hard to see why The Library comes up trumps in the live sport department. Cheap drinks, a lively atmosphere and HD screens showing plenty of games make this Woodhouse Lane venue a vibrant choice for all your viewing parties.

If hunger strikes during the game? Get stuck into their menu of hand-battered fish and chips, stone-baked grilled mushroom pizzas and blue cheese beef burgers.

• Why I recommend: there's a specific sports area to ensure that you get a great view and atmosphere all in one, and you can even have some competition of your own at pool or darts
• Location: Stainbeck Road, Chapel Allerton, LS7 2NP
• Showing: England games

As one of the top sports bars in Leeds showing the World Cup fixtures, Beck & Call is a fine choice. With a dedicated area for fans, which includes a pool table, dartboard and humongous screen, The Tap Room here is making sure you're well taken care of.

They serve some of the best cask ale around, alongside an extensive food menu. Think sriracha butter chicken burgers, mushroom and ale pie or even a vegan take on fish and chips.

• Why I recommend: embrace all things USA at Manhatta to watch the big match with all the style and sophistication of the Big Apple
• Location: 29 East Parade, Greek Street, LS1 5PS
• Showing: England games

Take a trip to downtown Manhattan without leaving Leeds at Manahatta on Greek Street. This New York-inspired spot is all decked out with floor-to-ceiling windows, vibrant plush leather seating, dazzling neon lights and floral backdrops.

With the World Cup action on the big screens, this is the perfect place to drink, dine, dance the night away and cheer on the Three Lions. There's plenty to keep you energized along the way, from cocktails, fizz and ice cold beer to burgers, salads and epic bar snacks.

• Why I recommend: football and Michelin-recommended dining don't always go hand-in-hand, but this stylish beer hall has got it all
• Location: 19a The Headrow, LS1 6PU
• Showing: all games

If boozing in a beer hall sounds like your idea of fun, Headrow House is just the place to watch the football. They've got countless screens available, and the crowd is always lively.

Topping it off? Resident foodies The Ox Club have a nod from the Michelin Guide for their kebabs and there's two roof terraces in case you need a breather at halftime.

• Why I recommend: Leeds Dock's go-to waterside bar, The Canary serves great food, flowing drinks and big match atmosphere from the group games to the final showdown
• Location: The Dockside, LS10 1EG
• Showing: England games and other big fixtures

Set right on the dock, The Canary combines warm industrial interiors, cosy window booths, a heated outdoor terrace and stunning dockside views. A lively space that works just as well for casual drinks as it does for celebrations, this a dream spot to watch the World Cup in the city. 

There are big screens right through the place, so you're sure of a great view wherever you pull up a pew. To keep you refreshed along the way, you can expect ice cold beers, creative cocktails and matchday snacks in the form of burgers, tacos and loaded fries.

• Why I recommend: there's so much extra entertainment on the cards here, from pool tables to electronic dartboards equipped with all sorts of fun games - plus 20-plus screens to watch on
• Location: 1 Bond Street, LS1 5BQ
• Showing: all games

Looking to catch the World Cup action? Pinnacle Leeds is your answer. The venue boasts a casual atmosphere while supplying all the entertainment - think more than 20 HD screens, as well as pool, shuffleboard, interactive darts and table football.

The bar is well-stocked with freshly pulled pints, including local pours from Kirkstall Brewery. Plus, you can munch on nachos and pizzas if you get a bit hungry.

• Why I recommend: flaunting a pretty beer garden and local beers, this is a great spot for summer sports watching
• Location: 20 Long Row, Horsforth, LS18 5AA 
• Showing: England games

Throwing open their doors for screenings of the World Cup 2026 fixtures in Leeds is Granvilles Beer & Gin House. Head to the Horsforth spot and you'll get the chance to sip your way through over 90 gins, or glug a locally brewed pint, while you watch each game.

Before the game? Make the most of the weather by heading out into their picturesque beer garden.

• Why I recommend: their menu is one of the most varied around, and it has the cosy feel of a traditional British boozer
• Location: Kirkgate, LS2 7DJ
• Showing: all games

When it comes to watching the FIFA World Cup, Palace Leeds is a firm choice. Situated on Kirkgate, this fabulous venue has a cracking selection of screens to watch all the footie action with pals, as well as comfy leather booths to relax in.

Hungry? There's also a top-notch menu boasting hearty, unique fare. We're talking cheeseburger spring rolls, cheddar and jalapeno doughnuts or chorizo and red pepper pizzas, as well as pub classics like scampi and chips.

• Why I recommend: you don't have to worry about late-night games here as they're open 24/7, and there are endless screens to watch on
• Location: Victoria Gate, LS2 7JL
• Showing: all games

For big screens showing the World Cup in Leeds, look no further than Live Bar at the Victoria Gate Casino. Not only are they huge, but there are a whopping 41 screens throughout the venue, and they're open 24 hours a day.

Lounge on the velvet sofas, bet live at the terminals, or drink at the bar from their selection of lagers, stouts and ales. Plus, there's an Asian bar snack menu fronting salt and pepper tofu, grilled dumplings and sesame prawn toast.

• Why I recommend: there's endless entertainment to enjoy here, from the casino games to watching football on HD screens
• Location: Wellington Bridge Street, LS3 1LW
• Showing: all games

If you're after a boozer to catch all the World Cup action, Grosvenor Casino is a great choice. You can wolf down everything from juicy burgers to sumptuous pizzas and crispy fries, all while slinging back a pint and catching every single minute of the big game.

Of course, there's plenty more entertainment here for before or after the game. Think poker, Blackjack, slot machines and so much more.

• Why I recommend: for a relaxed pub with a budget-friendly food and drink menu, you can't go wrong with Headingley Taps
• Location: Bennett Road Car Park, LS6 3HN
• Showing: all games

If you're up in Headingley looking for somewhere to cheer England along, then this classic boozer is just the place. There are plenty of screens to check out, and also a pool table for some half-time fun.

From affordable drinks to cask ale, small plates, gourmet burgers and pub classics, Headingley Taps has all you need to fuel up throughout too.

• Why I recommend: this is a top pick for pool fans, and their pizzas are excellent as well - topped off by 20 lines of beer
• Location: 46-48 Park Road, Guiseley, LS20 8AR
• Showing: England games

Sitting pretty in Guiseley, Hawkhill Tavern is fronting a whopping 20 beer lines, 4 full-size American pool tables and screens to watch the footie. They've got both TNT and Sky Sports, and will be showing all the biggest games.

Plus, to accompany, you can expect a casual offering of hand-stretched pizzas and bar snacks keeping you fed.

• Why I recommend: from some of the freshest beer around to full-size pool tables, there's much more than just football going on here
• Location: St Johns House, Merrion Street, LS2 8JE
• Showing: all games

Parkside Tavern is one of a kind when it comes to the World Cup, not only for their eight lines of beer, 4 full-size American pool tables and darts, but also sports in general. This footie-mad joint is screening the games, so you can make sure you cheer on your team's colours in style.

And if all the excitement has made you hungry, get stuck into everything from pulled pork nachos to garlic chicken pizzas or breaded mushrooms with garlic butter.

• Why I recommend: their quirky cocktail menu has got something for everyone, and we love the New York-inspired decor too
• Location: 50 Call Lane, LS1 6DT
• Showing: England games

This signature American bar has many things going for it, from huge HD screens for watching the sport to a cracking playlist. There's a cool, New York vibe going on, with neon signs and low lighting.

They create their own lager, and there's also a huge variety of themed cocktails on offer - our favourite is the Lollypop.

• Why I recommend: we love how many different kinds of drink they offer here, and it's well worth checking out the food menu for some British favourites
• Location: 157-158 Lower Briggate, LS1 6BG
• Showing: England games

One of the city's top spots for live sport, The Bower's Tap is the perfect place to follow the World Cup action. With big screens throughout the bar, you can cheer on every kick with a steady flow of delicious drinks.

We're talking craft lagers, classic beers, ciders, wines, spirits and a creative selection of cocktails. Big game refreshments come in many forms too, from small plates and sharers to burgers, sandwiches and pub grub classics.

• Why I recommend: with an on-site brewery on hand, you can't get much fresher beer than this in the city
• Location: 166 Town Street, Horsforth, LS18 4AQ
• Showing: all games

Horsforth favourite The Malt Brewhouse not only has the freshest pints around, thanks to the on-site brewery, but there are also shuffleboard and pool tables at this lively spot.

They'll be showing all the biggest games across their multiple screens, so come and cheer on your country. Hungry? They're also serving up the likes of loaded waffle fries, nachos and stone-baked pizzas.

• Why I recommend: all parquet floors and leather-bound booths, The Merchant is a super stylish spot for your summer of sport
• Location: 20-24 Woodhouse Lane, LS2 8LX
• Showing: all games

Recently refurbished, The Merchant Pub is gearing up for a glorious summer of World Cup action. Get down here pre-match to get into the competitive spirit in the gaming area. 

You can try your hand at pool and darts over a pre-match pint or two. When kick off comes, grab your mates, gather round a table and watch every kick on the big screens.

• Why I recommend: there's no shortage of screens here. Grab a pint and a bite to cheer the Three Lions to glory
• Location: 2 Headingley Lane, Headingley, LS6 2AS
• Showing: England games

A well-loved spot in Headingley, Hyde Park is local go-to spot for live sport. With a suntrap beer garden, it's perfect for soaking up the pre-match rays. 

When it's time for kick off, get inside and settle in front of its many big screens for all the match action. There's plenty of pub grub to fuel up your fanatics, from pizza and burgers to epic Sunday roasts. 

• Why I recommend: with chic interiors and stylish cocktails, the Slug & Lettuce brings some extra sparkle to your World Cup watching 
• Location: 24 - 28 Boar Lane, LS1 5DA
• Showing: England games

Looking for somewhere lively to watch the World Cup in the city? Get on over to Slug and Lettuce Leeds Boar Lane. This place is ready to serve your squad with ice cold pints, 2-4-1 cocktails and legendary in game snacks.

Round up your squad, settle in front of the big screen and back the Three Lions with all your might. Entry is free, but it's a good idea to book a table to secure your spot in front of the big screen.