With the biggest football event taking place this weekend in London, brace yourself for a bunch of football enthusiasts taking over the city as the Champions League final takes place this Saturday. Rammed trains, rammed pubs, rammed everything and rightfully so, as the most prestigious trophy in European club footy will be awarded at Wembley Stadium. Unlucky for us, no English team actually made it to the final but that won’t stop Londoners from watching the biggest football event of the year! This year’s final sees German underdogs Borussia Dortmund face off against Spanish legends Real Madrid. So if you didn’t get tickets or can’t be bothered to get to Wembley to feel some of the vibes, fear not, tons and tons of pubs and bars across the city will bring the vibes to you.
Here are the best atmospheric spots in London to watch the Champions League final this weekend:
1. Pub on the Park, Hackney
All you have to know is that Pub on the Park in London Fields is one of London’s best spots for watching football. So, you can expect mega vibes for this game.
📍19 Martello Street, London E8 3PE.
2. The Lyric, Soho
Now, this is a pub pub. Think, a couple of decent sized TVs, a good lot of craft beers including Guinness and a squeeze!
📍37 Great Windmill Street, W1D 7LT.
3. The Dugout at Belushi’s Sports Bar, London Bridge
Now we all know Belushi’s is a students and sports fan staple. You can expect lots of large screens, burgers and snacks.
📍161-165, Borough High Street, SE1 1HR.
4. Earl of Camden, Camden
With a variety of taps and a specialty in real ale, you can expect big projector like screens and TV screens. Not to forget pizza for a mid-match snack!
📍55 Parkway, NW1 7PN.
5. Market Place, Vauxhall and Peckham
Enjoy street food and plenty of drinks as you watch the Champions League final in Market Place’s Vauxhall or Peckham locations. At the Peckham site they’ll have £5 pints and they’re even hosting a football quiz ahead of kick-off, with the chance of winning a year’s supply of Asahi beer!
📍 Market Place Vauxhall: 7 South Lambeth Place, SW8 1SP
📍 Market Place Peckham: Unit 10, The Aylesham Centre, Rye Lane, SE15 5EW
6. Boxpark, Wembley
Boxpark is the ultimate football fan venue. With classic big screens and a fan park exclusive for Dortmund fans this time around, Boxpark might just be the perfect spot if you can manage a booking!
📍Wembley Park, Wembley HA9 0JT.