Watch the UEFA Champions League at venues across Dubai, but book ahead for big matches. Matches kick off late at night local time, usually at 23:00 or midnight. The official broadcaster is beIN SPORTS.

Which one for you:

  • Big groups should go to Barasti Beach.
  • Families choose The Duck Hook.
  • Fans looking for no alcohol visit local shisha cafes in Jumeirah.
  • The Irish Village is reliable for a late kick-off.
  • Choose Kickers Sports Bar if you are out of the centre.

Barasti Beach

This is the pick for a massive crowd. They set up giant screens on the sand in Dubai Marina. The atmosphere is loud. Expect a younger crowd. You do not pay to enter, but drinks are expensive. Booking a table requires a minimum spend of 500 AED on match nights. Check before you go if they show the specific match you want.

The Irish Village

Go to Garhoud for a traditional pub feel. They have multiple screens inside and a large projector outside. The sound is always on for Champions League. Reach it by the Metro, which runs late enough for most matches. Book a table two days before the game.

McGettigan's JLT

This is the choice for expats living in Jumeirah Lakes Towers. The venue has screens on every wall. The sound is loud and clear. They serve alcohol, and you need to show ID at the door. Walk here from the DMCC Metro station. Do not arrive at kick-off time, or you will stand at the back.

Kickers Sports Bar

This is your local option in Dubai Sports City. The screens are large, and they show multiple games at once. The crowd focuses on the football. Park your car easily outside. They offer happy hour deals before the late kick-off.

Garden on 8

This venue in Dubai Media City is for people who want a quieter experience. They have an outdoor terrace with screens. The crowd is mostly office workers. The minimum spend for a table is 300 AED. The sound is on, but it is not deafening.

Nezesaussi Grill

This is the pick for Downtown Dubai. The name stands for New Zealand, South Africa, and Australia. They focus on rugby, but Champions League is always on the main screens. The food portions are large. It sits inside a hotel, so the prices reflect that.

Crown & Lion

Head to Barsha Heights for an old-school English pub. The venue is dark and focuses on sports. They have 8 screens and one large projector. The sound is always on. Play pool before the match starts. Booking is essential for knockout stages.

Bridgewater Tavern

This is a modern sports bar in Business Bay. It sits next to the canal. They have screens built into some tables. Hear the commentary clearly from every seat. The venue gets busy with people coming from work.

The Duck Hook

This is the family option in Dubai Hills Golf Club. They have screens inside. Bring children, but check the late licensing rules for minors. The crowd is older and quieter. Take a car or a taxi to get here.

Dhow & Anchor

This venue in Jumeirah Beach Hotel offers views of the Burj Al Arab. It is for people who want an expensive, premium experience. The screens are large and high quality. The minimum spend is high on match days.

Do this week:

  • Decide if you want a loud crowd or a quiet table.
  • Check the kick-off time for your match in Dubai local time.
  • Call the venue to confirm they show the match with sound.
  • Book a table and ask about the minimum spend.