The cheers from the Lionesses’ Euros victory are still ringing out and now it’s time to savour more international football with the men’s squads. The FIFA World Cup takes place in Qatar from Sunday 20th November until Sunday 18th December, and fans are primed to enjoy world-class sporting clashes! England matches confirmed so far include games against Iran (21st November), USA (25th November) and Wales (29th November), with more to come should they qualify from the Group Stage.
We’re here to ensure you never miss a game with our guide to the best indoor and outdoor World Cup 2022 screening venues in Newcastle, so read on, and plan your viewing!
Central Park Fan Zone, Times Square
Central Park's Winter project lands in Times Square this November for the biggest competition on the planet, with a 2,000-capacity indoor heated World Cup Fan Zone. It has the biggest arena tent the city centre has ever seen, with 30 metres of bar area and three street food outlets, plus live music and DJs before and after games too! So head back down to one of the region's number one Fan Zones dressed up for the World Cup in flags and bunting, covered in lights and sound, and featuring three huge screens. It’s fully heated and sheltered from any elements a Winter World Cup may bring this way!
NX Fan Zone, Westgate Road
NX boasts the largest indoor screen of any fan zone in the city and is set to turn its 1,500 capacity into the biggest city centre football party. They’ll be showing all of England’s World Cup matches indoors, hosted by Sky Sports Keith Dowie giving match analysis and banter! The folk at NX know how passionate Newcastle is about its football so promise to deliver a programme of live music and DJs alongside the games themselves – Northern hospitality at its finest!
Northumbria University Students' Union, Sandyford Road
Students and the general public alike can enjoy the World Cup Fanzone at Habita and in Domain on the first floor of the Students’ Union with massive – and we mean MASSIVE! – screens, throughout the tournament and they’re offering a rather unique bonus of entry tickets starting at £3 with student discount which include a free drink of either a pint of Carling, Stowford, 125ml wine or pint of soft drink. Add in the great food and drink options they serve daily and it’s a guaranteed winner whatever the football results.
Shark Club, Gallowgate
Shark Club will be showing all England games across the World Cup on a whopping 32 HDTVs, promising to provide the ultimate footballing destination and sports entertainment in the North East. There’s a £20pp redeemable deposit and advance booking recommended for England games, but they’re showing all other games at Shark Club during opening hours too, no deposit required!
Filthy's, Bigg Market
Vibrant live music makes way to lively football lovers when this much-loved venue, situated in the heart of Newcastle’s Bigg Market, opens its doors for England’s World Cup 2022 matches. The music still continues but for 90 minutes they’ll also be showcasing the best in sporting ability.
Old George Inn, Old George Yard
If you’re looking for a great pub to watch the football in during the World Cup then there’s nowhere better for watching live sport than the historic Old George Inn, with an exhilarating football atmosphere, refreshing beer on the taps and great offers on a wide selection of food and drink. They’re now taking table bookings for a tournament that promises to be one of the highlights of sport in 2022.
Vertu Arena, Scotswood Road
Better known as the home of lay ups and slam dunks when hosting the Newcastle Eagles, the Vertu Motors Arena is hosting the ultimate England Fanzone with a family-friendly stadium atmosphere, boasting the biggest and best HD screens and sound system so you won’t miss a second of England's World Cup 2022 games. There are hospitality packages available, pre-match music, entertainment, special guest appearances and on-site parking.
The Town Wall, Pink Lane
Get the drinks in and settle down comfortably next to the fire ready for England to bring it home! As with the Newcastle football games tradition, The Town Wall will be readying the big screens to show every game for this year’s Winter World Cup! Demand is expected to be high so they’re taking bookings now for tables and for larger group bookings in the Cinema room and Drawing Room areas.
Aspers, The Gate
Get behind the boys and watch all of England’s World Cup games at Aspers. It’s highly recommended you book seats in advance, especially if you’re seeking to take advantage of their drinks offer of £4 pints two hours before, during, and after the games, or watch the game on their big screen in a fantastic atmosphere, with a tasty beer, a delicious burger and a free bet, all for only £10!
The WonderBar, The Gate
Experience the highs, lows, and everything in between on the stunning HD TVs situated across the bar. They’ll be showcasing the biggest event in the footballing calendar so you can cheer on whichever team you like while you make the most of their fully-stocked bar, delicious bar snacks and sharing platters. Ideal for groups of mates, crossing their fingers and toes as they watch the box-to-box action.
It’s been four long years waiting for the return of this month-long football festival, witness the euphoria, the drama and tears of joy and disappointment. Cheer on the Three Lions to victory with friends old and new and make this unique winter World Cup one to remember at a superb venue in Newcastle, there are plenty to choose from!
