There’s nothing better than the buzz of excitement during a FIFA World Cup 2022 game. And nothing says World Cup season in Abu Dhabi like heading to one of the football hotspots that’s been built up just for the occasion.
It’s one thing to watch World Cup screenings in a sports bar, but the excitement is taken to a whole new level when you take things outside. That’s why we’ve been on the hunt for the best World Cup screenings that aren’t in sports bars.
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From mega fan zones with live World Cup screenings, entertainment, games and raffles to a full-on football village with quizzes and brunches, footy fans are going to want these on their radar.
If you haven’t been lucky enough to snap up tickets to watch a match in Doha, fret not. You can still feel the buzz of excitement by watching the World Cup screenings in Abu Dhabi from one of these mega spots.
Fan Zone at Central Yas Plaza
If you’re looking for some truly mega World Cup screenings, check out the offers at Central Yas Plaza. There will be a month full of live screenings, entertainment, games and raffles to partake in. Head there during any of the matches and get ready to have loads of fun.
Yas Island, yasplazahotels.com
Fanzone at The Green
If you’re looking for alfresco World Cup screenings in Abu Dhabi, The Green is a good option. The Fanzone festival will include World Cup games shown on giant screens and a jam-packed entertainment schedule, best of all, the event is free. Early arrivals will also receive a free drink.
There will be onstage and roaming entertainment including drummers, mariachi bands, football freestylers and free face painting. There will also be 10,000 country hats given away and everyone is welcome to dress in their craziest fan costumes.
Nov 20- Dec 18. The Green, Abu Dhabi City Golf Club, www.fanzone.ae (058 598 9785).
Football village at Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri
Remember the Ramadan Village at Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri? We’re expecting something just as wonderful for the World Cup 2022. There will be a carnival-like atmosphere at Plaza Beach at the hotel’s Football Village during the World Cup. You can also look forward to match break quizzes, beachside BBQ brunches, stand-up comedy competitions, and more.
Wondering how to get in? A day pass to the Football Village costs Dhs100 and that gets you two drinks and free beach access. You’ll also get a further 50 percent off on all beverages thereafter from 1pm to 5pm. There will be a resient DJ, lucky wheel and daily prizes such as buffet brunches, dim sum lunches and free drinks.
The Football Village at Shangi-La Qaryat Al Beri will also be hosting a barbeque brunch for Dhs268 including unlimited drinks. Enjoy brunch from your very own sunbed on Sundays from 1pm to 5pm.
Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Khor Al Maqtaa (02 509 8888).
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