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Where To Watch The World Cup In Bethnal Green 2026
By lauren cole
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Lead Editor, DesignMyNight
Our Lead Editor, Lauren, has written about the UK's best restaurants, bars and experiences on DesignMyNight since 2021. Bylines in What's On Media Group.
Last updated on 16th July 2026
If you’re planning to watch the World Cup in Bethnal Green, you’re in a good spot. This pocket of East London has a strong mix of proper locals’ pubs, buzzy bars and relaxed venues that know how to handle a big match-day crowd without losing their character.
Whether you’re after a packed, high-energy atmosphere for knockout games or somewhere more laid-back with decent screens and pints, these are the Bethnal Green venues we’d actually choose when football’s the main event.
When Are England's World Cup Games In 2026?
|
Date |
Kick-off (BST) |
Fixture |
Stage |
Channel |
|
Wed 17th Jun |
9pm |
England vs Croatia |
Group L |
ITV1 / ITVX |
|
Tue 23rd Jun |
9pm |
England vs Ghana |
Group L |
BBC One / iPlayer |
|
Sat 27th Jun |
10pm |
Panama vs England |
Group L |
ITV1 / ITVX |
|
Wed 1st July |
5pm |
Round of 32 vs DR Congo |
Knockout |
BBC One / iPlayer |
|
Mon 6th July |
1am |
Round of 16 vs Mexico |
Knockout |
BBC One / iPlayer |
|
Sat 11th July |
10pm |
Quarter-Final vs Norway |
Knockout |
ITV1 / ITVX |
|
Wed 15th July |
8pm |
Semi-Final vs Argentina |
Knockout |
BBC One / iPlayer |
|
Sat 18th Jul |
8pm |
England vs France |
Third-Place Playoff |
BBC One / iPlayer |
