It’s going to be a brilliant summer for sport, with the Olympics, the Paralympics, and the UEFA European Football Championship dominating the calendar. First to kick off will be Euro 2024, which takes place from 14th June to 14th July in Germany.
Both England and Scotland qualified and will be giving it their all through the initial group stages, perhaps into the knock-out rounds, and dare we say, the final? The Welsh Dragons lost out on a place in the Euro finals this time round, but if you want to see whales, you can always
visit SeaWorld Orlando!
In Munich on Friday 14th June, Scotland’s Tartan Army will play in the opening match against the host nation, Germany, while England’s first game is against Serbia on Sunday 16th June 2024 at 15:00 EDT (Eastern Daylight Time). With a five-hour time difference between Florida and the UK, all of England’s group games will be in the afternoon in Orlando, meaning you won’t have to stay up all hours to catch a glimpse of The Three Lions on their path to glory.
Our second game will be against Denmark on Thursday June 20th at 12:00 EDT, and the final group stage match is against Slovenia on Thursday 25th June at 15:00 EDT. The Round of 16, Quarterfinals, Semi-finals and Final are also being shown at 15:00 and 12:00 EDT, and we are quietly confident that England can go all the way, we are tournament favourites after all!
If you’re flying to the Sunshine State before or during this hotly anticipated event and worried about missing any matches, fear not! We’ve compiled a handy run-down of our favourite Orlando hotspots to watch and join in the football fever, all you need is your England shirt and a big bowl of optimism because this could be the year that football finally comes home…
Rix Sports Bar & Grill at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort
This upscale yet lively venue within
Walt Disney World Resort is a top-tier place for watching the beautiful game, with nightly sporting events shown on no fewer than 31 state-of-the-art TVs, plus the food is pretty good too. Sit back with a hand-crafted cocktail or a local draught beer from its wide selection and cheer on England, the American way!
NBC Sports Grill & Brew – Universal CityWalk™
Substitute roller coasters for beer coasters when it’s match time and score yourself a table at this epic, full-service sports bar for a truly immersive experience. With nearly 100 HD TV screens surrounding the bar and restaurant, you’ll be able to watch England from all angles while enjoying delicious classics like ribs and burgers, as well as nachos and shrimp salads, to be washed down with a couple of cold ones from its mega draught and bottled beer selection.
Miller’s Ale House – International Drive
Miller’s is part of a large and beloved restaurant chain across the US. This popular I-Drive joint is known for its huge portions, great prices and welcoming service, just as much as its televised sports events, offering a buzzing hotspot that will take you into extra time and beyond! With more than 60 TVs, spacious booths, tables, and open-air patios, Miller’s will become a favourite afternoon and evening hangout to watch Southgate’s boys show off their skills.
Murphy’s Pub Orlando – International Drive
Shoot on over to this ever-popular hangout spot, an Irish pub on
the famous International Drive, just a few minutes from Universal Orlando Resort. With a family-friendly atmosphere, good beers, and plenty of screens to watch the footie, Murphy’s is a fun place to show your support for England and Scotland. It’s located right near stop 8 on the I-Ride Trolley Red Line, so no one draws the short straw of being the designated driver!
Beef ‘O’ Brady’s – Davenport
Think outside the box and get your football fix at this delightful sports bar and restaurant in Davenport, which sits close to many of Orlando’s top theme parks. Despite being one of 140 restaurants in this national chain, ‘Beef’s’ is a family-friendly joint with a neighbourhood pub vibe, as well as great American-style food (often with an Irish twist), and plenty of satellite dishes for prime sports viewing.
City Works Eatery & Pour House at Disney Springs
And for a last-minute winner if you’re on a
Disney Parks day, head for City Works. This vibrant, casual dining venue is perfectly pitched on the West Side of Disney Springs and delivers an incredible selection of craft beers alongside gourmet American cuisine, all within an impressive game-viewing space. The restaurant features heaps of indoor and outdoor seating, plus massive HD TVs with state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment for that stadium-like atmosphere!
Your Home With Unlimited Internet
If you’d rather stay at home and enjoy the comforts of your villa while watching the footie – like getting a BBQ going by the pool for half-time action – then make the most of your Ocean Florida discounted eSIM for use in the USA, which is priced at half the cost of most UK providers.
For $3.60 per day, you get unlimited data, enabling you to use apps online while in Florida. Whether it’s streaming from your villa or hotel room or keeping up to date with the scores on the go, this is a great option!
If you plan on using your UK SIM card in the USA, please ensure that you have checked the data costs with your cellular network provider before departing from the UK. Many providers offer data bundles to reduce the cost.
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