Celebrate the World Cup together at Phineas Bar this Summer!
Big games, multiple screens, great drink deals, and a crowd that brings the atmosphere! ⚽
The World Cup is back this year. Who will be crowned champions? Is football coming home?
From 11 June - 19 July 2026 join us in Phineas Bar for unbeatable drink deals, electric atmosphere and multiple screens for the World Cup.
Explore which fixtures are showing, and secure your seat at Phineas Bar now to avoid disappointment!
World Cup fixtures showing at Phineas Bar
We'll be showing the following games with Phineas opening one hour before kick off. UCL students and staff are welcome - you can either book a table for you and your friends, or walk in on the day to cheer your team on.
| Date | Kick-off | Fixture |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday 11 June | 20:00 | Mexico vs South Africa |
| Friday 12 June | 20:00 | Canada Vs Bosnia & Herzegovina |
| Monday 15 June | 17:00 | Spain vs Cape Verde |
| Tuesday 16 June | 20:00 | France vs Senega |
| Wednesday 17 June | 17:00 | Portugal vs DR Congo |
| Wednesday 17 June | 21:00 | England vs Croatia |
| Thursday 18 June | 17:00 | Czech Republic vs South Africa |
| Thursday 18 June | 20:00 | Switzerland vs Bosnia & Herzegovina |
| Friday 19 June | 20:00 | USA vs Australia |
| Monday 22 June | 18:00 | Argentina vs Austria |
| Tuesday 23 June | 18:00 | Portugal vs Uzbekistan |
| Tuesday 23 June | 21:00 | England vs Ghana |
| Wednesday 24 June | 20:00 | Switzerland vs Canada |
| Thursday 25 June | 21:00 | Ecuador vs Germany |
| Friday 26 June | 20:00 | Norway vs France |
| Saturday 27 June | 22:00 | Panama vs England |
Get the best seats in the house for the World Cup 2026.
Suitable for groups from 2-10 people you can make sure you don't miss any of the action by booking a table for you and your friends in Phineas for the match. You'll be asked to purchase a ticket which will act as a deposit to secure your table, when you arrive you'll then be able to claim a drinks voucher equal to your deposit which you can spend on drinks at Phineas during the game. Your table will be available 1 hour before the match. You must arrive 15 minutes before the match kicks off, if you arrive after your table booking will be released. Check out the booking policy below for more info.
- Booking and Payment
- The table you have booked is the maximum amount of people allocated to a table.
Bookings are only confirmed once full payment has been received. - Refunds and Cancellations
- Bookings are non‑refundable within 7 working days of the event.
You wont be refunded if you have arrived late your table has been released. You will be able to still claim your drink voucher for use at the fixture. - Arrival and Table Holding Policy
- Your table will be held until 15 minutes before the start of the match.
The lead booker will need to collect the drinks voucher from reception (25 Gordons Street)
Late arrivals are not guaranteed seating. - On-site Conduct
- Guests must follow all venue policies, including responsible drinking guidelines.
Any disruptive behaviour may result in removal from the venue without refund. - Age and ID Requirements
- Phineas Bar operates under UCL’s licensing rules. Valid ID may be required for entry or alcohol service.
Anyone under 18 will be refused entry. - Seating and Viewing
- While every effort is made to provide a clear view of the screens, specific seats or screen positions cannot be guaranteed.
Standing guests may be present in the venue during busy matches. - Event Changes
- In the event of technical issues, schedule changes, or unforeseen circumstances, Phineas Bar reserves the right to amend or cancel screenings.
If the venue cancels the event, refunds will be issued. - Personal Belongings
- Guests are responsible for their own belongings. The venue accepts no liability for lost or stolen items.
- Photography and Atmosphere
- The venue may take photos or videos during screenings for promotional purposes.
If you prefer not to appear, please inform a staff member on arrival. - Bar Policy
- ID is required
Please note that you must be over 18 to enter our bars and purchase alcohol. Please bring a valid proof of age (Driving licence / Passport)
Any non students must be signed in by a UCL student (one per student) UCL students must have a valid UCL ID. UK students are welcome with valid student ID. . You cannot bring in, consume, or sell your own drinks. If you do they will be confiscated and destroyed. This could also result in being asked to leave and/or a barring.
Any vandalism, theft, threatening behaviour, physical assault, verbal abuse, abuse of fire safety rules, possession of drugs, drunk to the point of removal, indecent exposure or smoking in venue may result in being barred from ALL Union venues, disciplinary action and or a team ban.
All non-students must be signed in by a UCL card holder.
Unbeatable drinks deals at Phineas Bar
Check out our exclusive offers:
- £4 beer (Carling, Stowford, and Mardi)
- 5 for £13 on selected shots
- 3 for £15 cocktails and 2 for £12 mocktails
Exclusive Offer: 50p off shots and bombs when England score (can only be claimed within 5 minutes of the goal being scored)
Planning to come solo or looking to meet some fellow sporting fans you can watch the game with? Why not join one of our popular speed friending events happening before select matches so you can then sit back and enjoy the game with some new friends.
Check back for more speed friending events coming soon.
The World Cup is almost here and you can also win big! There's plenty of ways to get involved, from playing in a social tournament, learning the basics with Project Active or trying 3-v-3 street football for the first time. Will you reach the final and win a prize? 🏆