England face old foes Argentina tonight at 8pm in what promises to be one of the standout matches of the World Cup 2026.
The teams met at the 2002 World Cup in Sapporo, Japan, where England won 1–0 and David Beckham famously redeemed himself for his 1998 red card by scoring from the penalty spot.
For fans who won’t be able to travel all the way to Atlanta for the game, pubs and bars will be screening it for fans to watch.
These are some of the places to visit in Oldham to watch the game:
The Vestacare Stadium (Avro FC)
White Bank Rd, Oldham OL8 3JH
Join the Avro FC team to watch a live screening of the match at the stadium, which all the family can enjoy.
The bar will be open from 5pm, and people can savour the momentous occasion alongside the players.
FSW Bar 1895 at Boundary Park
Boundary Park, off Hilbre Ave, Oldham OL2 5BL
Bar 1895 have livestreamed all games this World Cup and will be showing the match tonight on the large screens, with doors to open at 5.30pm.
Fans can enjoy watching the game for free, although tickets need to be booked in advance and can be accessed here.
The venue offers a wide selection of beers, wines and spirits, and fans can enjoy live entertainment as they enjoy the atmosphere at the home of Oldham Athletic.
The Old School BBQ House
Alford St, Hollinwood, Chadderton, Oldham OL9 7LP
Get stuck into some wings for ‘Wings Wednesday’ as the shortlisted Good Food Award restaurant calls for fans to watch the game on the large screens.
Book a table now to secure your place.
Bees Knees
5 Fairbottom Street, Oldham OL1 3SW
Enjoy the atmosphere at this sports bar which boasts seven large screens, including two projectors.
It is hosting a competition on Facebook with fans needing to answer a football question to enter a draw to win a bucket of Budweiser. Entries close at 5pm.
Lowerhouse Inn Pub and Function room
Lowerhouse Inn & Function Room, 116 Derker Street, Oldham, OL1 3PG
Fans can enjoy watching the game alongside some complimentary food at half time, including sandwiches and sausage rolls.
A member of staff said: “It’s been good to host the event. We’ve been lucky enough to be able to use our function room to show the game on our 85 inch screen TVs.”
Whittles
57 Roscoe St, Oldham OL1 1EA
This independent music venue is opening its doors for fans to watch the game, whether they wish to soak up the sunshine in Whittle’s beer garden or inside watching the screens, there’s plenty of space to watch with friends.
It is free entry with doors to open at 6pm.
Pineapple Inn Oldham
2 Rochdale Rd, Shaw, Oldham OL2 8AD
Pineapple Inn has a packed schedule for tonight. They will be hosting a bingo game from 2pm to 5pm, followed by chances to win money at jackpot joker and marble game.
There will be plenty of offers on drinks, with those arriving before the game having a chance at getting their fifth pint free after buying four.
They will be extending their hours to 12.30am so fans can end the night enjoying themselves at the after-party.
Old Bank Oldham
50 Yorkshire St, Oldham OL1 1SN
The Old Bank will be showing the game on six screens so fans will have no issue with watching the match.
They have an offer on drinks for the game for fans to enjoy, with two pint pitchers available and five selected bottles for £12.
Khau Galli
331 Oldham Rd, Royton, Oldham OL2 6AB
This Indian restaurant will be hosting the game in their car park, with a large screen showing outside.
Everyone is welcome to attend including children, although they must buy food or drink before being allowed to watch the game.
Bear on the Hill
173 Huddersfield Rd, Oldham OL1 3PA
Alongside the large screen TVs, where fans can watch the game and enjoy some hot dogs at half-time, they will be holding a raffle to win a £50 bar tab.
Be sure to wear your England shirts as the Bear on the Hill is offering a free shot to anyone wearing anything related to England.
The Angel Inn Royton
230 Shaw Rd, Royton, Oldham OL2 6DY
The Angel Inn Royton will be having a free jukebox leading up to the game, so fans can get the atmosphere going in the lead-up to the game and enjoy food at half-time.
The Diggle Hotel
Station Houses, Diggle, Oldham OL3 5JZ
The Diggle Hotel will be open from 5pm to welcome fans to watch the game on the screens and enjoy ice-cold pints to cool you down from the weather and the heat of the game.
*The Shawside was not included as tickets were already sold out.
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