Where fans of Arsenal, Liverpool, Bayern Munich and more watch matches in the UAE
What the World Cup proved this year is that football is meant to be watched together. In the UAE, supporters gathered in fan zones, cafes and bars to follow their national teams. But international tournaments come around only every few years, while league football remains the lifeblood of the game. From now until next summer, it gives supporters a reason to meet week after week. For some, it is a…
In the United Arab Emirates, football fans from various clubs gather in fan zones, cafes, and bars to watch their teams play. Although international tournaments occur less frequently, league football provides a constant reason for supporters to connect throughout the year. Some groups are officially recognized by their respective teams, while others have been meeting informally for years. Here are some of the established viewing groups in the UAE for the current season:
1. Liverpool fans in Abu Dhabi and Dubai gather at several locations, such as Easy Tiger Bar in Al Ain Palace Hotel and McGettigan’s in JLT. These clubs have even hosted meet-and-greets with former Liverpool players like Ian Rush and Robbie Fowler.
2. Newcastle United supporters, known as the Mags, hold regular viewing parties in both Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Abu Dhabi Mags meet at Bridges Bar at Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, while the Dubai Mags moved to Bridgewater Tavern at JW Marriott Marquis for the 2026-27 campaign.
3. Arsenal UAE, officially recognized by the club since 2009, has bases in both Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Arsenal fans can enjoy screenings at Baloos in Abu Dhabi and Garden on 8 or Media One Hotel in Dubai.
4. Bayern Munich supporters in Dubai, called Marina Schickeria Dubai, have been meeting since 2015. They gather at Garden on 8, Media One Hotel in Dubai Media City.
5. Celtic fans in Dubai, known as Dubai Hoops, have supported the Glasgow club since 2003. They gather at McGettigan’s at Dubai World Trade Centre to watch Celtic fixtures, including Champions League matches.
6. The UAE Chelsea Supporters Club, established in 1992, is one of the oldest groups on the list. Fans can follow Chelsea's matches at various locations in Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
Written by urgent.news from The National UAE's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
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