Superbowl Sunday is big news stateside as the NFL season comes to a thrilling climax.
Fans from all over the world tune in to watch the game and see the spectacular half time show.
Here in the UAE, we’ll actually be watching in the early hours of Monday February 3.
This year the game will be contested by the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers.
Not up on your American football? Well, to cut a long explanation short, the game will be a match between a strong offence (form the Chiefs) and a strong defence (from the 49ers).
It’s something of an unstoppable force and unmovable object conundrum, so it will be interesting to see which side lifts the trophy come full time.
The big game kicks-off very early here in the UAE with a start time of 3.30am. Yes, am, as in the morning.
So it will be a safe bet a few Americans will be calling in sick on Sunday.
If sports really aren’t your thing then maybe the half time show from Shakira and Jenifer Lopez will be more to your liking?
Up for watching? Here’s where you can see all the action in Abu Dhabi.
McGettigan’s
This popular Irish pub is always on call when there’s a big sports event taking place and this year is no different. Open through the night you can head to the venue to watch the match and get stuck into drink offers and a burger and wings bite menu while the action unfolds.
From 3am. Al Raha Beach Hotel & Resort, Channel Street (02 652 4333).
Offside Sports Lounge
This Saadiyat Island bar has a massive screen in the pool room and lots of smaller ones, too. For the big game you can get a bucket of bottles of hops from 3am. There’s a US-style breakfast available, too.
From 3AM. Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island Resort (02 811 4342).
The Sportsman’s Arms
Opening its doors at 3am you can see every minute of the Superbowl at The Sportsman’s Arms this year on the large projector screen and TVs across the room. Plus there’s bucket deals on hops from Dhs99 to enjoy while the game goes on.
From 3am. The Sportsman’s Arms. Zayed Sports City (02 447 1066).
Stars ‘N’ Bars
With the venue being as American as apple pie you’d expect the Superbowl to be a big deal and you’re absolutely right. Head along to Yas Marina to see the game and you can also soak up the atmosphere with cheerleaders, American happy hour running into the early hours and more.
From 3am. Yas Marina, Yas Island (02 565 0101).
