WHERE TO WATCH THE WORLD CUP IN SOUTH LONDON
Looking for a brilliant pub showing the World Cup in South London? These pubs are screening the biggest matches south of the river. Our criteria is simple - big-match energy, cold pints, great food, even better views and space for your crew from kick-off until late.
For one of the best pubs to watch the World Cup in South London, Watsons General Telegraph is a proven crowd-pleaser. Just up the road from Peckham Rye, it’s a proven, popular spot known for its electric atmosphere during previous tournaments.
With six big screens across the pub, you’ll always have a great view, while the massive beer garden makes it a standout for summer games and group viewing. It’s a rare combo that makes it especially busy on key fixtures - we recommend booking now!
Just round the corner from Watson’s, you’ll find The Great Exhibition - a proper neighbourhood pub famed for its excellent pub grub. It’s also one of the best places to settle in and watch the World Cup this summer - with multiple screens inside and a fantastic terrace screen too.
Heading over to South West London, this late night pub has the perfect set up for a World Cup filled with later than usual kick off times!
With multiple spaces to watch the game and too many TVs to count, The Thieves in Battersea ( just a short walk from Clapham Junction station) is an essential match day party spot. Celebrate every big win in the arcade afterwards - with karaoke, darts, pool and loads of arcade games to indulge in.
Hear us out - traditionally known as a rugby stronghold with packed out weekends for the Six Nations, The Holden is transforming into South London’s home for the World Cup this summer. Expect a lively, passionate crowd and a proper big‑game atmosphere throughout the tournament.
With plenty of TVs inside and big screens in a huge beer garden, there are no bad views wherever you sit or stand. Plus, it’s right across from Colliers Wood tube station, making it one of the most convenient spots to catch a match.
Time Out London’s number one pub in London, The Old Nun’s Head in Nunhead is a must visit this World Cup. Famous for throwing a proper party and being an inclusive space - it’s a match day atmosphere you’ll want to be involved in.
With two indoor screens and an immensely popular New York style pizza residency by Slice Circle - this is one to book as soon as you can.
Forget Boxpark - this is a proper Croydon pub that’s perfectly set up for the World Cup.
The standout feature is the huge outdoor screen in the beer garden, making it one of the best South London beer gardens to soak up the World Cup. Combine that with plenty of indoor TVs and you’ve got a venue that delivers a proper shared viewing experience.
The Ram in Wandsworth is going all in for the World Cup, showing every match live with full stadium sound for England games to create a proper electric atmosphere. For other fixtures, zoned audio across the pub keeps the energy high wherever you’re watching.
Expect great food offers too, including their popular match day wings (with vegan options).
For a more relaxed but still lively World Cup setting, Ladywell Tavern is a great South London option. With three well-placed screens, there’s no bad view in the house, making it easy to settle in and catch every moment of the action.
It’s also a solid choice for midweek fixtures, thanks to regular drink deals that make those early kick-offs and quieter games even more appealing. If you’re after a friendly neighbourhood pub to watch the World Cup in South London, Ladywell Tavern is a reliable pick.
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