Where to watch Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup in UAE

If you’re not traveling to Qatar, you don’t need to feel left out of all the action. Incredible fan zones have opened across the UAE, offering not only live screenings of all matches, but also the chance to revel in the football spirit with fun events, shopping and merchandise, as well as food and drink packages.

Below is a list of the best places to enjoy the action in the UAE, which we will continue to update throughout the tournament.

The Dubai edition of BudX FIFA Fan Festival, one of only three flagship World Cup fan festivals, will take place in Dubai Harbour. Tickets start at AED 78 and are available on PlatinumList. The venue can accommodate up to 10,000 fans per day. Fans can watch live matches on a custom-designed giant 330-square-meter screen equipped with cutting-edge 4D audio.

The best of both worlds – at this DIFC fan zone, you can look forward to enjoying the game on one of the 30 screens set up outdoors, while admiring stunning views of the Dubai skyline. Visitors to the fan zone must book in advance, and the package is fully redeemable for food and drinks at the venue. Packages start at Dh350 per person.

To create a family-friendly atmosphere, Dubai Expo City will host one of the largest football fan zones in the city. This large football-themed fan city will be divided into two parts. The family-friendly space at Jubilee Park, which can accommodate up to 10,000 guests, will open on November 20. Additionally, the 2,500-guest Al Wasl Elite Experience will open on December 3rd. As part of the festivities, Fan City will host exciting activities including table games, penalty kick activations and face painting for kids, as well as live performances from local DJs and food trucks.

In Dubai and across the UAE, Vox Cinemas will air all matches live in conjunction with beIN SPORTS. You can book to watch one, three or five games, or watch a full season pass. Tickets for a match start from AED 59 per person.

This fan zone promises “big screens, ample seating, coastal food and live entertainment.” Known for its relaxed vibe, Nikki Beach Fanzone takes advantage of the now cool weather to provide a beachside setting to enjoy a live football game. Table rates start from AED 500.

Throughout the tournament, the Bosphorus’ affiliates in Dubai and Abu Dhabi will broadcast the match live and offer a menu showcasing authentic Ottoman cuisine and hot Turkish tea.

With 40 LCD TV screens indoors, LED screens outdoors and three standard outdoor TV screens covering each corner of the patio area, you can watch more than two games at once at Claw BBQ in Ras Al Khaimah. From 21 November, AED 100 match tickets are fully redeemable for food and beverages. Fans also get special discounts and packages.

Address Beach Resort goes all out for football fans with a fully air-conditioned football fan zone tent. The tent, which seats 250, will have multiple screens. Dh50 tickets are fully redeemable for food and beverages.

Visitors can enjoy an exciting football game at one of the city’s most popular waterfront entertainment destinations. Barasti, Dubai’s renowned live sports hotspot, will do everything in its power to ensure fans have the time of their lives.

The Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT Abu Dhabi) has opened the Abu Dhabi Fan Zone – the ultimate football fan viewing spot for the FIFA World Cup experience, with a daily capacity of 2,000 people. Located in Yas Links, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, the 10,000 square meter dedicated fan space was created in collaboration with Miral and AB INBEV.

The main viewing area will feature a huge LED screen measuring 16 x 9 meters, making it one of the largest outdoor screens in the country. All games are televised live, and the supporting Fan Zone programming is packed with family-friendly experiences, including expert commentary, crowd and community games, and non-stop entertainment. There are tiered entry options available, priced at Dh50 for a General Admission pass, Dh95 for an All Game Access pass and Dh950 for a season pass. Tickets can be purchased on Platinumlist.

The Hilton Dubai Jumeirah, located within Dubai Marina, will create a “Super Fan Zone” for the tournament. The outdoor venue will have multiple screens and separate fan areas offering different amenities. The destination offers stunning views of Al Ain, Dubai, and there are no age restrictions or entry fees.

Up to 550 guests can enjoy five-star service as part of the sports viewing experience in this fan zone. Watch the game on the big screen while enjoying the hotel’s infinity pool and dining packages. With a minimum spend of AED 100, you can get the basic package including drinks, but you can also buy the Platinum or Gold VIP experience for AED 2,500 and AED 1,200 per table respectively.

Against the majestic backdrop of the Museum of the Future, the screens located in the outdoor area of ​​the Emirates Towers will provide a stunning venue to watch the action. Football fans who love luxury can enjoy gourmet cuisine prepared by Executive Chef Reiner Lupfer at the stunning sports destination.

ISD Plaza – an open-air venue within Dubai Sports City – promises to provide 5,000 football fans with an unforgettable matchday experience. Multiple giant screens will be propped up around the area, ensuring optimal viewing from every location throughout the game. Fans can also book a spacious VIP area with gourmet meals and butler service, perfect for corporate bookings or those looking to indulge in an outing.

Ahead of the World Cup, a 150-inch LCD screen is being installed in the hotel’s Great British Restaurant. The restaurant is being converted into a football fan zone and has a game night-appropriate menu.

Another beach club on the list, Soul Beach, will feature two screens in the poolside and beach areas. For the ultimate seaside lounging experience, fans can reserve a bed, cabana, pergola seating or restaurant table. Prices start from AED 300 per person.

This fan zone at Precision Football has a 250-square-metre screen that Ibn Battuta promises to football fans, showing all 63 matches and offering a menu that can be served tableside. Fans can book tables, custom lounge areas or VIP decks with individual screens. The venue will also welcome Aitch and AJ Tracey for a live concert on December 3rd.

For a dedicated fan area on the beach, soccer fanatics can head to Zero Gravity, where there will be a giant screen showing all games.

Those looking forward to football’s most exciting game can look forward to McGettigan’s hilarious, action-packed Fanzone at the Dubai Media City Amphitheater. The Irish hangout is going all out, installing what it claims is the largest screen in the UAE in the open air, giving fans the ultimate experience. The Fan Village will feature a plethora of food trucks, kids’ activities, soccer events and daily live music.

The High Note Aloft Mina will show all matches on a 192-inch screen, and the venue features an infinity pool with panoramic views of Dubai. The lounge also offers FIFA specials.

All visitors have free access to Crowne Plaza Dubai Festival City’s dedicated fans area, dubbed the “Football Deck” by Belgian Café Dubai Festival City. Two screens will show the game live, one at the Belgian Café and the other on the terrace of the Crowne Plaza hotel with views of the creek and the city. There is a dedicated area for groups who want a more intimate atmosphere.

One Music Lounge will broadcast the game live on four screens, one of which is a large one, and the restaurant promises surround sound that will make you feel like you’re in the stadium. Dining discounts are also available.

The restaurant, which features Indo-Arabic cuisine, will show games on a large projector screen and 13 LED screens. While there is no free entry, there is a Dh100 minimum spend on the menu, which includes a welcome drink and appetizers.

The Mega Fan Zone at Soho Garden Meydan will broadcast all matches live on the big screen, allowing visitors to join thousands of fans cheering on their team.