The 21st installment of the FIFA World Cup, one of the biggest and most anticipated events in sports, is set to begin next month and as early as now, fans are clamoring over it.
Thousands of fans are anxious to see the sports action between 32 competing football teams set to happen from June 14 to July 15 in Russia.
If you cannot fly to Russia for different reasons, no need to worry. You can still catch the action live on the big screen in different bars and restaurants across Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
Blu Sky Lounge & Grill
Location: Southern Sun Abu Dhabi, Al Mina, Al Zahiya
Residents in Abu Dhabi can head out to Blu Sky Lounge & Grill if they live in action. The restaurant is not new to hosting football nights and is perfect for those who want to watch the games on HD screens.
NRG Sports Café
Location: Le Méridien Abu Dhabi, Al Zahiya
This sports café offers 30% discount to fans of losing teams. Football fans only need to wear the jersey of the team they support and if their team loses, they can avail of the discount. The store has yet to confirm if they will indeed be giving out discounts to said fans during the World Cup screening but it is very likely.
Cooper’s
Location: Park Rotana Abu Dhabi, Khalifa Park Road Eastern Ring Rd, Abu Dhabi
England may have struggled during the 2014 World Cup, when it only placed 26th out of 32 teams, but this British resto is still going all out for their support of the English football team. If you will be rooting for England this year, this is the place to go.
Barasti
Location: Barasti, Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina, Dubai Marina
What better way to watch the games than to see it alongside other football fans. Celebrate your team’s win (or loss) by relaxing by the beach.
Lock Stock and Barrel
Location: 8th Floor, Grand Millennium Hotel Dubai, Barsha Heights
13 TV screens all broadcasting the FIFA game? Count us in! This resto bar is the perfect place to wear football jerseys to show your support for your team. Moreover, football would not be fun without company so Lock Stock and Barrel provides customers a good set-up to be able to interact with other football fans.
Kickers
Location: Sports Village, Dubai Sports City
Kickers would be a great place to watch Lionel Messi score a goal as it offers a sporty and lively atmosphere that all football fans would love.
The Els Club
Location: Dubai Sports City
The Els Club has announced that they will be screening all World Cup games this June. Big screens will be set up in three different locations – indoors at 261, on the outdoor airconditioned terrace and in The Big Easy’s Overlook Lounge. Customers and viewers will also be treated to different promos on their food and beverages during the football tournament.
Source: The National Sports and Expat Woman.com
