UAE: Where to watch the UEFA Champions League Final in Dubai and Abu Dhabi
Dubai: On Saturday (June 10), the 2022/23 UEFA Champions League final between Manchester City and Inter will take place at Istanbul's Atatürk Olympic Stadium.
Manchester City beat defending champs Real Madrid for their spot in the final while Inter Milan beat AC Milan in the semi-finals.
Catch the final game of the season at venues across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, many of which have set up large screens and special packages for football fans. The kick-off is at 11pm UAE time.
Bookings are mandatory at most of these venues, so call and confirm availability before making your plans.
Free screening at Yas Mall, Abu Dhabi
Enjoy this free screening event in Abu Dhabi held by Manchester City, which will feature a large screen for a great viewing experience, pre-game entertainment, and fun activities. Though free, fans will have to register early to be able to enter the screening area.
Location: Town Square, Yas Mall, Abu Dhabi
Spike Bar, Dubai
With a special package for groups starting at Dh395 which includes food and beverages, you can head to this venue with friends on Saturday to enjoy a live screening of the game.
Location: Spike Bar, Emirates Golf Club
Cooper’s, Abu Dhabi
With huge outdoor and indoor screens, this is a go-to bar in Abu Dhabi for major sports events. They will be screening the final live on Saturday.
Location: Cooper’s Bar and Restaurant, Park Rotana Abu Dhabi
QDs, Dubai
Don’t worry about the summer heat at this outdoor venue as they have tented up for the season and are offering UEFA Final screening packages starting from Dh222, which includes food and beverages.
Location: QDs, Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club, Dubai Creek Resort
McGettigan’s, Dubai and Abu Dhabi
This Irish pub chain will be screening the finals across its various locations with special offers for fans of both sides.
Location: Across the UAE
Lakeview, Dubai
This venue has both indoor and outdoor options for football fans and overlooks lush golf courses in Deira.
Location: Lakeview, Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club, Dubai Creek Resort
The Sportsman’s Arms, Abu Dhabi
This American-Irish outlet is a popular location for those who love the sports pub vibe. The bar has nine screens for live streaming major sporting events. They even have special deals, starting at Dh99.
Location: The Sportsman’s Arms, Zayed Sports City
Kickers Sports Bar, Dubai
This sports bar in Dubai Sports City has become a regular haunt for football lovers after having opened in 2015. The best part of enjoying football here is looking out at the floodlit pitches of the Football Academy.
Location: Kickers Sports Bar, Dubai Sports City
Velocity, Abu Dhabi
This bar claims to have two of Abu Dhabi’s largest screens, out of 38 screens on the property. You can kick-off your screening party celebrations with Dh50.
Location: Velocity, Marriott Hotel Downtown, Abu Dhabi
Bridgewater Tavern, Dubai
This bar at the JW Marriott Marquis Dubai promises live sports on huge screens along with pub-style grub.
Location: Bridgewater Tavern at the JW Marriott Marquis Dubai
Offside Sports Bar, Dubai
The Offside Sports Bar in Dubai boasts a 200-inch huge screen, considered the biggest in the JBR area, and over 20 smaller screens – you won’t be missing any of the action no matter where you sit.
Location: Offside Sports Bar, JA Ocean View Hotel on The Walk
Underground Pub, Dubai
This bar resembles a London Underground station, with red-brick interior and general darkness. If you plan to watch the game solo, you’ll be sure to find like-minded fans here.
Location: Habtoor Grand Beach Resort & Spa, JBR