Watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 at The Red Lion, NYC
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is coming to New York this summer.
MetLife Stadium hosts eight matches, including the final on July 19. For everyone watching from Manhattan, The Red Lion on Bleecker Street is where you want to be.
Named one of the best soccer bars in NYC for the World Cup 2026 by The Mirror, The Red Lion has been Downtown Manhattan's home for football for years, every Premier League morning, every Champions League night, and now the biggest tournament in the sport.
NYC's World Cup Headquarters
We broadcast on 10+ HD screens across the bar, open early for every fixture, and run the full kitchen all day. The atmosphere on a big match day at The Red Lion is the closest thing to a stadium you'll find in Greenwich Village and significantly easier to get to than MetLife.
This summer we'll be showing every televised World Cup fixture from group stage through the final. Walk-ins are always welcome. For the big matches, reserve your table in advance.
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A FIFA Watch Party NYC That Has Actually Earned It
The Mirror named The Red Lion one of the best soccer bars in NYC for the 2026 World Cup. Fox 5 NY recommended us for 2022. The Infatuation put us on their World Cup watch list. That track record exists because this is not a pop-up and it is not a temporary activation it is a proper British pub with regulars who know their football, argue their football, and have been sitting on these stools for years.
We are also the only dedicated Brentford FC supporters bar in New York City. The story of how the NYC Bees started here three people meeting at The Red Lion for Brentford's first ever Premier League match in 2021, growing into a community of 20 to 30 regulars travelling from across the country tells you more about this room than any list of screens and tap handles could.
The World Cup belongs to every nation. The Red Lion is ready for them all.
MetLife Stadium Fixtures Watch at The Red Lion
Eight World Cup matches are being played just across the Hudson this summer. We'll have every one of them on screen.
DateMatchKickoff (ET)| June 13 | Brazil vs. Morocco | 6:00 PM |
| June 16 | France vs. Senegal | 3:00 PM |
| June 22 | Norway vs. Senegal | 8:00 PM |
| June 25 | Ecuador vs. Germany | 4:00 PM |
| June 27 | Panama vs. England | 5:00 PM |
| June 30 | Round of 32 | 5:00 PM |
| July 5 | Round of 16 | 4:00 PM |
| July 19 | The World Cup Final | 3:00 PM |
For the full World Cup broadcast schedule beyond MetLife fixtures, visit our Sports Page.
Match Day at The Red Lion
Doors open at 11:00 AM on match days. The kitchen runs all day. On weekends, Bottomless Brunch runs from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM unlimited mimosas, Bloody Marys, Aperol Spritz or Red Lion drafts with any entrée. Morning kickoffs have never been better timed.
On tap: Guinness, Smithwick's, Stella Artois, and our own Red Lion Amber and Light. On the menu: the Red Lion Burger, Fish & Chips, Shepherd's Pie, wings, and loaded nachos for the table.
Book Your Spot for the World Cup
World Cup fixtures fill the bar fast. Walk-ins are always welcome, but for knockout rounds and the final we strongly recommend reserving ahead. Groups of 8 or more can enquire about a private match day booking — ideal for corporate groups, supporters clubs, and anyone who wants a dedicated space for the big occasions.
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As Seen In
"You can't go wrong with the Red Lion NYC on Bleecker Street — a quintessential sports bar with over 10 HD screens." — The Mirror, Best Soccer Bars in NYC for the FIFA World Cup 2026
Frequently Asked Questions:
What time does The Red Lion open for World Cup matches? Doors open at 11:00 AM on match days. On weekends, Bottomless Brunch begins at 10:00 AM for early kickoffs.
Do I need a reservation to watch the World Cup at The Red Lion? Walk-ins are always welcome. For marquee fixtures knockout rounds, semi-finals and the final reserving in advance is strongly recommended. Book via Resy.
Can I book a private area for a group? Yes. Groups of 8 or more can enquire about private match day bookings through our Parties page.
Which World Cup matches will The Red Lion show? Every televised fixture from group stage through the final. Check our Sports Page for the updated broadcast schedule.
Where is The Red Lion? 151 Bleecker Street, Greenwich Village. A short walk from the West 4th Street and Bleecker Street subway stops.
Getting Here:
The Red Lion is at 151 Bleecker Street in Greenwich Village, Manhattan. Nearest subway stops are West 4th Street (A, C, E, B, D, F, M) and Bleecker Street (6).
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Exploring NYC During the World Cup? Our Sister Bars Have You Covered
The World Cup runs for weeks, and if your plans take you beyond Greenwich Village, the Red Lion's sister bars are worth knowing. The Ellington is an American lounge on the Upper West Side. Tara Mor brings authentic Irish hospitality to Midtown, steps from Penn Station — useful if you are travelling to MetLife for a match. Tara Rose is Murray Hill's favourite neighbourhood bar. All four venues, one group, Manhattan covered. But for the football, there is only one address.