England’s World Cup campaign got off to a dream start as they overpowered Croatia 4-2 in a thriller of a match down in Dallas.
Thomas Tuchel’s side played with a sense of freedom and exuberance which we don’t always see in major tournaments giving fans plenty to cheer about while setting the platform for progress into the knockout stage.
“We went full gas and they could not live with it," said captain Harry Kane, who gave the fans back home plenty to cheer about after an excellent brace against last tournament’s semi-finalists, which saw him go level with Gary Lineker as the Three Lions’ leading goalscorer at the World Cup.
England fans will hope it’s just the start of things to come as they put their club allegiances aside to cheer on the Three Lions in bars and fan zones throughout the Steel City.
With all that in mind, as attention turns to the next England match, we look at some of Sheffield’s top sports bars and venues to watch the action unfold as Tuchel’s men look to finally end 60 years of hurt.
1. BOX - 19-21 Barker's Pool, Sheffield City Centre, S1 2HB
Based in the heart of the city centre, BOX offers a mix of live sports, interactive games and live entertainment. It opened in November 2024 and has become hugely popular with football fans across the city.
2. The Nursery Tavern - 276 Ecclesall Rd, Broomhall, Sheffield S11 8PE
The Nursery Tavern is a vibrant spot in Sheffield which is hugely popular with students due to it's deals, quiz nights and large beer garden. Lovingly known by locals as simply 'The Tav', it's an excellent place to enjoy the football in the sun. | Google Maps
3. The Globe - 54 Howard St, Sheffield City Centre, Sheffield S1 2LX
Located just outside Sheffield Hallam University and less than five minutes away from the train station, The Globe is an excellent location for visitors and students alike. It is a bustling pub with a bargain-burger menu, live TV sports and regular student party nights. | Google Maps
4. Champs Sports Bar - 255 Ecclesall Rd, Sharrow, Sheffield S11 8NX
Champs Sports Bar, which is hugely popular with students, is a lively hangout for watching sport on TV, with drinks and meal deals and a US-style fast food menu.