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Manchester Sports Guide

The 10 Best Sports Bars in Manchester 2026

SR
Sofia Reeves
6 min read

Manchester sports bars are where serious match-watchers go. Manchester is home to two Premier League giants. The 10 below show where to watch.

The 10 best sports bars in Manchester

01 · Manchester
The Piccadilly Tap

Manchester craft beer pub with serious football coverage.

Order: A craft IPA during United v City

02 · Manchester
The Castle Hotel

Northern Quarter pub with sports coverage.

Order: A pint during the match

03 · Manchester
City Arms

City Centre traditional football pub.

Order: A pint during the match

04 · Manchester
The Old Monkey

City Centre sports-and-craft-beer pub.

Order: A craft IPA during the Saturday match

05 · Manchester
The Football Association

City Centre football specialist.

Order: A pint during the early kick-off

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06 · Manchester
Shooters

Salford multi-screen sports bar.

Order: A pint during the derby

07 · Manchester
The Grey Horse

Old Trafford-area United pub.

Order: A pint pre-match

08 · Manchester
The Blue Bell

Eastlands City pub.

Order: A pint pre-match

09 · Manchester
Crown & Kettle

Northern Quarter football pub.

Order: A pint during the match

10 · Manchester
The Bridgewater

Castlefield sports pub.

Order: A craft IPA during the match

How Manchester watches sports

Most Manchester sports bars peak during major leagues. The 10 above show where to watch.

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