Watching Soccer in New York City

If you're new to New York City you might expect that finding a football match to watch would be difficult.  There was a time where watching football in New York City was a challenge but all that has changed.  With the growth of FOX Soccer Channel over the last decade and the recent additions of Sentanta Sports and Gol TV to satellite services.  Used to be that the only people on the street at 9 am on a Sunday morning in January were hardcore football fans heading to their local. In fact so many matches are now available at home, the football pub scene has been slightly diminished.  Whether you're an ex-pat looking for his favorite club or in New York on holiday we'll help you find the spot to watch the match.

Watching Euro 2008 (The European Championships) in New York City

You will find great places to watch Euro 2008 all over New York City.  Many visitors will be surprised to find that every match of Euro 2008 will be televised.  ESPN, ESPN2 and ESPN Classic will all carry matches.  Most Euro 2008 matches will be a 12 PM and 2:45 PM local New York times.  If you love your football this is a great time to be in New York.  Most bars and pubs will have natives from every country watching their team in the European Championship.

Watching the English Premier League in New York City

If you are looking to watch English football in New York City you are in luck.  You probably can't watch "the Prem" in your hotel room but walk into just about any Irish pub at the right time and matches will be on.  You won't be able to watch every English football match but you'll get your fair share.  If you're a fan of Manchester United, Chelsea, Arsenal or Liverpool you can just about guarantee your club will be on.  If you look hard enough you can even watch matches from the Championship.  Usually one of the Sunday matches will only be available to football pubs via Satellite so expect to pay a small cover charge to enter (this offsets the pub's outlay for the feed).

Watching Italian Soccer (Serie A) in New York City

To watch Serie A in New York City used to be a difficult proposition.  All the big clubs, Inter Milan, Juventus, Fiorentina, Roma can now be found on American television.  FOX Soccer Channel which is the primary English soccer channel now shows Serie A matches in the afternoon on tape delay.  The more dedicated Soccer Pubs will leave these matches on all day.  Be careful though and phone ahead as on weekends most pubs will switch over to the big American sports.  For a more authentic Serie A in NYC experience head down to little Italy where it seems that all the bars and restaurants will be carrying the match.  Calcio rules in Little Italy - just don't go for a proper meal during a Serie A match as you mind find the service is a little slower than usual.

Watching Spanish Soccer (La Liga) in New York City

You can watch La Liga in New York City.  Spanish soccer has grown tremendously here with the likes of Ronaldinho with Barcelona and of course Real Madrid.  Gol TV now carries an increased slate of La Liga matches.  There aren't too many Spanish bars in New York so it is a little tricky

Watching Argentine Soccer  in New York City

FSC airs the Clasico del Domingo, the Sunday showdown between Argentina's top teams. The competition is fierce, the fans are devoted and the play is exciting especially as the dominance of Boca Juniors and River Plate is under threat. Outside the regular seasons FSC features the Summer Tournament in January.  Finding games in bars in New York can be tough you may have to go to Queens.

Scroll down to find our list of  New York City Football Supporters Clubs.