The 2026 World Cup is nearly here, 48 teams, 104 games, and kick-offs that stretch from early evening to the wee small hours thanks to the North American time difference.
Falkirk's pubs are expected to be busier than ever after members of Falkirk Council’s licensing board agreed that it was “an event of national significance”, and allowed venues to apply for a licence to show all of Scotland’s group matches.
Whether you're a diehard Scotland fan or enjoy the spectacle of being a tournament tourist, there's no better place to feel the buzz than at a proper local bar in Falkirk.
With Scotland’s World Cup campaign beginning with a 2am kick off against Haiti on June 14 – here are some of the pubs and bars in Falkirk where you can watch the action unfold.
5. Icons Sports Bar and Grill
Icons Sports Bar and Grill on Wooer St showing all three Scotland matches and all three are ticketed entry. Photo: Michael Gillen
6. Where to watch Scotland in and around Falkirk
New Market Bar on Upper New Market Street will be showing all three Scotland games on big screens with supporters being encouraged to wear your colours. Each match is ticketed and have limited availability. Photo: Michael Gillen
7. The Scotia
The Scotia on Manor Street is bringing the World Cup party to Falkirk, a projector screen, multiple smaller screens, pre football pizza, and your ticket comes with a selected drink as part of the cost. All three Scotland games are ticketed. Photo: Michael Gillen
8. Cheerz Bar
Cheerz Bar on Falkirk's High Street will be bringing the cheers in the World Cup, big screens, lively atmosphere, and a selected first drink comes along with the price of your ticket. There will also half time pies as well. All three games are strictly ticketed. Photo: Michael Gillen