The 2026 World Cup will be watched by millions of fans this summer, with many heading to the United States, Canada, and Mexico to experience all the highs, lows, and unmissable drama of the biggest sports competition on the planet.

16 stadiums across North America will play host to the competition’s

throughout June and July, with 104 matches set to be contested. But just because the World Cup is taking place in North America, doesn’t mean that the party stays in North America.

Watch parties and fan zones are popping up all over the globe — and London is no exception. With England fans hoping that the tournament will deliver the first World Cup trophy in 60 years, pubs, sports bars, and even a few private venues will be welcoming fans hoping to soak up an atmosphere like no other.

So, whether you’re donning your favourite waistcoat or hoping to holler Vindaloo until your throat is hoarse, here are the best World Cup fan zones on offer in London.

Flat Iron Square

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Area of London: Central

Postcode: SE1 9HP

Nearest Tube Stations: London Bridge, Southwark, and Borough

Size: 420 capacity

Cost for Entry: Free

Flat Iron Square earned its reputation as one of London’s most exciting venues during Euro 2024, and it looks well-placed to maintain its standing at this year’s World Cup. The venue’s open structure and 19 screens lends itself well to big groups. The focal point is the massive screen in the main bar, making the action unmissable from every angle. Add continuous live entertainment and 16 beers to choose from, and you’re onto a winner.

Boxpark

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Area of London: Multiple locations

Postcode: Multiple locations

Nearest Tube Stations: Shoreditch High Street Overground Station, Wembley Park Tube Station, East Croydon Train Station, Camden Town Tube Station

Size: Shoreditch (499 capacity), Wembley (2,000 capacity), Croydon (2,000 capacity), Camden (500 capacity)

Cost for Entry: Generally free, but an entry fee may be required for high-demand events

If you’ve seen beer-soaked fans celebrating the latest England goal on social media, it was probably happening at a Boxpark. And with four locations across the city in Shoreditch, Wembley, Croydon, and Camden, you’re never far away from one either. The open-air Boxpark venues are perfect for big groups hoping to bask in the British sun, with bookings for groups of 25 people or more encouraged. Come for the beer and the big screens, stay for the priceless atmosphere when that first goal goes in.

Vinegar Yard

Area of London: Central

Postcode: SE1 3QU

Nearest Tube Stations: London Bridge and Borough

Size: 400 capacity

Cost for Entry: £15.40

There’s something special about watching sports in green outside spaces. And Vinegar Yard has built itself into a popular destination for football supporters seeking a special fan zone experience. With a 400-person capacity, this venue suits both big groups or individuals just hoping to be a part of the World Cup atmosphere. Your affordable £15.40 ticket comes with your first drink included. And the only thing as vibrant as the luscious, garden-like space is the food on offer. Food vendors are on hand to deliver cuisine from every corner of the globe. Rather apt for a World Cup fan zone experience.

KERB Social Club

Area of London: East

Postcode: E1 6EW

Nearest Tube Stations: Liverpool Street and Shoreditch High Street

Size: 120 capacity

Cost for Entry: £12 for England games, free for other World Cup fixtures

The best thing you can say about KERB Social is its versatility. A venue that is equal parts pub, equal parts sports bar, fans can also opt for private watch parties in one of the club’s exclusive rooms. It allows for an almost customisable experience. Entry for England games is just £12 and for every other fixture admission is free. And with the World Cup partly taking place in the United States, perhaps this sports bar is the ideal spot for your fan zone this summer.

Box Piccadilly

Area of London: Central

Postcode: W1D 7ED

Nearest Tube Stations: Piccadilly Circus and Oxford Circus

Size: 550 capacity

Cost for Entry: Free

With a carousel of screens dotted around the venue, Box Piccadilly is a venue that clearly caters to its sports fans. Located in Soho in the heart of the capital, it’s a fan zone that will prove easily accessible to most. And with a 550-person capacity, you’ll feel the buzz of the atmosphere without feeling cramped. The food and drink selection is the only thing matching the number of screens on offer. This is the quintessential sports bar experience for foodie football fans.

The Rooftop at Madison

Area of London: Central

Postcode: EC4M 9AF

Nearest Tube Stations: St Paul’s, Mansion House, and Bank

Size: 750 capacity

Cost for Entry: £22

Your eyes may be glued to the nearest big screen, but you might just find them drawn to the incredible backdrop from time to time. The Madison Rooftop Bar is set to the beautiful architecture of St Paul’s Cathedral, putting a cultural spin on the chaos of the World Cup. The huge LED screen will help to amplify the action, but this rooftop terrace provides a more relaxed fan zone experience above the streets of the capital. Tickets are a modest £22, but they come with your first beer on the house.

We are six races into the 2026 Formula 1 season and the Drivers’ Championship is already starting to take shape, with Mercedes‘ Kimi Antonelli running away with it as things stand after winning five consecutive races.

The young Italian was expected to be the second driver in Toto Wolff’s side, playing co-pilot to the more experienced George Russell, and after the Brit won the opening race Down Under in Australia, that looked like it was going to be the way things panned out.

However, since that Grand Prix, Antonelli has had the upper hand over his teammate, winning in five consecutive races, with his most recent victory coming around the streets of the iconic Monaco.

Elsewhere, the Ferrari duo of Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc are trying to keep the Mercedes boys on their toes, picking up solid results every race week, it seems, while the big boys of McLaren and Red Bull seemingly fall further and further behind with each passing week.

Towards the bottom of the table, it’s been a nightmare six races for the likes of Aston Martin, Cadillac, and Audi, with the three constructors picking up a measly three points between them.

Despite having some heavily experienced names in their cars, the likes of Fernando Alonso, Valtteri Bottas, Nico Hulkenberg, Sergio Perez, and Lance Stroll, they simply don’t have the vehicles to match their drivers.

With six races now in the record books, teams are already starting to think about the future and think about whether they have the right drivers in their cockpit, and according to recent reports, one team principal is seriously questioning one of his drivers already.

Questions Arise Over Driver’s Future

The team principal in question is none other than the aforementioned Toto Wolff, and yes, he’s seriously having questions about the future of George Russell.

The Brit currently has 88 points to his name after six races, but that is a far cry from his teammate’s tally of 156, and that has led to question marks over his future with the team.

According to journalist Bianca Garloff, who was reflecting on Wolff’s mindset and Russell’s future during a post-Monaco Grand Prix episode of the F1 Insider podcast, she believes the principal is starting to have questions over his driver pairing.

She said: “Anyone who racks up five wins in a row, whether in a dominant car or not, is simply something special, and George Russell sees that too. He’ll also feel the pressure Mercedes is putting on him.

It has already been reported recently that Russell’s contract with Mercedes could soon be ‘void’ due to performance-related clauses in his deal, but what’s potentially more damaging and concerning is the fact that there are also claims suggesting he’s already ‘thrown in the towel‘ and accepted defeat to his lesser-experienced teammate.

Considering a certain Max Verstappen could be available at the end of the current season, Russell is going to have to step things up over the coming months if he wants to remain at Mercedes.

Predicting the weather is all but an impossible task. Sure, we can look at forecasts and look at reports, but no one truly knows what’s going to happen at any given time on any given day.

When you’re hosting an outdoor event, this becomes a problem. Whether it be a family BBQ in your own back garden, or it be a UFC event with millions set to watch around the world.

That’s exactly what Dana White is set to do this weekend as UFC Freedom 250 takes centre stage on the South Lawn of the White House, to help celebrate America’s 250th birthday and also President Donald Trump’s 80th birthday.

However, with the Octagon set to be outside, this means the weather is VERY important, and it’s something White has addressed in the past, admitting that should it be storms, it could derail the entire show.

What Dana White Has Said About Weather Issues

Putting on an event outside is difficult for a number of reasons. It takes a mad amount of planning, and even then, things could so easily go wrong.

White has already spoken out about the issues they’ve faced from a logistical standpoint, from insects to lightning, and it’s the latter that has him the most concerned.

He said: “The three big problems, as far as I am seeing right now, are rain, lightning, and a tonne of bugs.

Despite the possible issue with bugs, White was adamant that the only thing stopping the show from going ahead would be lightning, as he stated: “We’ve gone over this, you know. If it rains, we’re going. If it snows, we’re going. The only thing that will stop us is lightning.”

So, what’s the weather saying for this weekend?

Well, earlier this week it was reported that there was a 65% chance of rain on the day, but more concerningly, a 39% chance of thunderstorms.

Current Weather Forecast For UFC Freedom 250

As we know with the weather, however, things can change by the hour, so what’s the latest?

Well, according to the Weather Channel, there is a 37% chance of rain in the evening of the 14th of June, with a 30% chance of rain during the day. Temperatures are set to sit between 70 degrees Fahrenheit and 93 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the entire day.

During the night of the 14th of June, the Weather Channel stated: “A few showers early with mostly cloudy conditions late. Low near 70F. Winds WSW at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 40%.”

In terms of the day, they said: “A mix of clouds and sun with the chance of an isolated thunderstorm in the afternoon. Hot. High 93F. Winds SSW at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 30%.”

So, as things stand, everything should go ahead as planned, but as we’ve already stated, weather can change in an instant.