Barrack for The Matildas with a cold pint in your hand.
Where would we be without a good old sports pub to catch this year’s Women’s World Cup? A big sports match and the pub is a tried and tested recipe for success: people have been congregating in old watering holes to enjoy local matches and bet on games for years.
With the showdown against Australia and the Republic of Ireland going down tonight, let’s dive in without any further ado.
Where to watch the Women’s World Cup 2023
Corner Hotel
- 57 Swan St, Richmond
Attracting a diverse crowd, catch footy punters mingling with music lovers over an afternoon drink on their greenery-filled rooftop. Overlooking the backdrop of Melbourne’s city skyline, it’s the perfect summery and chill place to enjoy a late afternoon pint, or two, or three. With games on all screens, bookings are recommended to secure your table.
Hotel Railway
- 291 Albert St, Brunswick
Hotel Railway is the place to be as we descend into the throes of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023; with the biggest outdoor screen in Brunswick, you won’t miss a single minute of the soccer action. With multiple screens spread across the venue mean you can catch various games and sports simultaneously.
Beer Deluxe Fed Square
- Federation Square, Flinders St
A hidden gem of Federation Square, Beer Deluxe is a bustling venue where excitement never rests. From vibrant cultural events to thrilling sports gatherings, there’s always something remarkable happening here. As the Women’s World Cup 2023 approaches, its the perfect place to sit back with a cold frothy in hand as you watch The Matildas tear up the field on the massive screen.
Great Northern Hotel
- 644 Rathdowne St, Carlton
Carlton North’s Great Northern is focused on delivering customers some quality service, quality food, and quality drinks, and it’s paired up with the team chucking on pretty much each and every game in the sporting world, including this year’s Women’s World Cup.
The Duke of Wellington
- 146 Flinders St, Melbourne
Brace yourself for an adrenaline-pumping spectacle as the Women’s World Cup 2023 takes centre stage at this heritage venue. Established way back in 1853, The Duke of Wellington is Melbourne’s oldest licensed pub. Situated in the heart of the CBD, it’s conveniently located right across from The Forum and a short stroll from MCG, Fed Square, and Flinders Street Station.
College Lawn Hotel
- 36 Greville St, Prahran
The College Lawn Hotel is a spot that is perfect for killing some time with some mates, the beer garden is warm, spacious, and comfortable, perfect for hanging out while you’re watching the soccer. On top of that, affordable drinks and tasty food make it one of Melbourne’s coolest spots.
The Grace Darling Hotel
- 114 Smith St, Collingwood
Built in 1854, the city’s second oldest pub, The Grace Darling Hotel was named after a 19th century teenage heroine. She propelled to 1800s-style rock stardom when she spotted a ship wreck from her Northumberland lighthouse and rowed out to save nine sailors.
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