Euro 2024: 15 Edinburgh pubs to watch Scotland’s Euro 2024 qualifying clash v Georgia – including The Ballroom
Scotland face Georgia at Hampden Park on Tuesday (June 20) on a roll after the stunning start to their 2024 European Championship qualifying campaign – and we’ve rounded up 15 great pubs in Edinburgh where you can watch the big match.
Steve Clarke’s men made it three wins out of three in Group A with a dramatic 2-1 comeback win in Oslo on Saturday.
The famous victory, thanks to late goals from striker Lyndon Dykes and midfielder Kenny McLean, followed home wins against Cyprus and top seeds Spain in March.
Clarke’s side now prepare to face second-placed Georgia in front of a packed-out national stadium, where they have won their last five matches.
For those not lucky enough to have tickets for the fixture, which kicks off at 7.45pm, we’ve compiled a list of the 15 best Edinburgh pubs to watch the action unfold.
Clarke’s side now prepare to face second-placed Georgia in front of a packed-out national stadium, where they have won their last five matches.
9. The Ball Room Sports Bar (Meadowbank)
With a giant screen, as well as several other screens around the venue, The Ball Room, at Jock's Lodge, is a fabulous place to watch the big game. This large venue also does some great offers on food too. The Ball Room also has a venue in Morningside. Photo: The Ball Room
Hanover Tap in Hanover Street, New Town, is a great pub serving craft beer & ales, plus pub classics like burgers and pizza. They show all the major live sport events, from rugby to football. Photo: Google Streetview
Belushi's in Market Street is an international sports bar that's always packed to the rafters when the football is on. Grab a burger and some wings, play beer pong and enjoy the big match. Photo: Belushi's Facebook
The Pear Tree in Nicolson Street, Newington, is famed for its large beer garden which boasts one of the biggest outdoor screens in Edinburgh. You can also watch the action inside the venue, which has various screens. Photo: Google Maps
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