Where to watch FA Cup in Pattaya
Watching the Emirates FA Cup in Pattaya is straightforward for football fans — Pattaya has a fantastic scene of dedicated sports bars that regularly show English football, including Premier League, cups like the FA Cup, EFL, and more. As of 2026 (with the 2026/27 season ongoing), here’s everything you need to know.
Best Sports Bars in Pattaya to Watch FA Cup Matches
Pattaya’s sports bars are geared toward expats, tourists, and locals who love English football. They usually show all major FA Cup games (especially from the third round onward when Premier League teams enter), with multiple screens, sound on, cold beers, and pub grub.
Here are the top recommendations based on popularity, number of screens, atmosphere, and consistent football coverage:
Robin Hood Tavern
Location and Map link
The Avenue Shopping Mall, Second Road
Restaurant type
English Pub. Reliable for FA Cup games; family-friendly gastropub. Beer prices 80–150 (craft beers higher)
Food Highlights at The Robin Hood
European/English & Thai; popular: Full English breakfast, Sunday carvery/roast, steakhouse steaks, pies (e.g., Guinness steak pie).
Always check their Facebook pages for the specific event, as schedules can vary for big PPVs.
The Robin Hood Tavern accept credit cards with 3% surcharge.
I-Rovers Sports Bar
i-Rovers is open 7 days a week from 7am – 1am
Location and Map link
Soi LK Metro – in the heart of the nightlife area of Pattaya – 12 minutes walk from downtown Beach Road Central Pattaya
Restaurant type
Pattaya’s #1 sports bar – the most popular – 20+ screens; “Home of Sport” – shows all FA Cup & EPL games. Has Accommodations – rooms from GBP16 per night., surround sound. Local Beers 85 THB (special price for a bucket of beer)
Food Highlights at i-Rovers
Extensive Western & Thai menu; popular: Full English/Irish breakfast (sausages, bacon, eggs, black pudding), charcoal BBQ ribeye, pies.
The Sportsman Pub
Location and Map link
Soi 13, Beach Road
Restaurant type
Opens early (from 8am); multiple screens; traditional British pub vibe. Beer prices 80–140 (local draught ~100–120)
Food Highlights at The Sportsman
English & Thai dishes, all-day breakfast; popular: Sunday roasts/carvery, fish & chips, pies, burgers.
Hemingways Pattaya
Location and Map Link
Just off Pattaya Second Road – Google Map location
Restaurant Type
The largest sports bar in Pattaya with 25 TV screens, indoors or front outdoor terrace
Food Highlights at Hemingway’s Pattaya
Breakfast available until 2pm. Daily specials. Thai food. Burgers, Pizza, Steaks, Bangers and Mash, Pasta, Homemade Pies.
Pattaya Sports Hub
Location and Map link
Soi Buakhao area Just off
Restaurant type
Dedicated EPL viewing; 20+ TVs (indoor/outdoor), comfortable seating; books up fast.
Food Highlights at Pattaya Sports Hub
Pub grub classics; popular: Full English breakfast, fish & chips, juicy burgers, kebabs.
| Boomerang Bar | Jomtien | Aussie-owned relaxed bar showing International sports including FA Cup. | Pub classics; relaxed vibe. |
Best Sports Bars in Jomtien to Watch FA Cup Matches
Jomtien Beach is about just under 4km from Pattaya Beach. You can easily get a songthaew (a shared public taxi) for 15 THB, takes around 15 minutes.
Booties Sports Bar
Open 8am – 1am 7 days a week.
Location and Map link
Located quite a way up the hill away from the beach. A fair hike down to get to beach road (20 minutes or more) 0 – Google Map location of Bootie’s
Restaurant Type
The latest Sports Bar to open in the Pattaya / Jomtien, opened in August 2026. A large venue, with multiple levels and plenty of large TV screens and a massive screen right at the front of the bar.
Booties does not have a website yet so no link to their food menu.
Food Highlights at Booties
The food at Booties is all the same at all the sports bars, pub food, pizza, burgers, Thai food etc. I haven’t tried there yet!
The Clubhouse
Location and Map link
Beach Road – a fair way down Jomtien Beach (20 minutes walk from the main interection into Beach Road – Google Map location of The Clubhouse Jomtien
Restaurant type
Same same as all the others food wise. They have 2 pool tables on the right side of the bar. Plenty of TV screens.
Food Highlights at The Clubhouse
Thai Omlette 70 Baht, Egg Fried Rice 70 THB – Delicious!
Fraser’s Pub
Fraser’s Pub is open 7 days a week from 8am – 11pm
Location and Map link
Pratumnak Located far from Jomtien Beach – almost at the top of the hill, on the main road half way back to Pattaya – 20 minutes walk from the beach. You can get a Songthaew open back public transport from Pattaya in around 15 minutes for 15 THB.
Restaurant type
Shows all FA Cup games during opening hours – 12 large screens; popular for breakfast during morning events. 80–120 (draught/happy hour deals common)
Food Highlights at Fraser’s
Big menu of Western & Thai; popular: Full breakfast specials (e.g., Big Breaky ~209 THB), Aussie pies, beer can chicken, steaks.
Practical Tips for Watching in Pattaya
- Check ahead: Bars post daily/weekly schedules on Facebook (search the bar name + “sports schedule”). For big FA Cup matches (e.g., third round upsets or later stages), they often open early or extend hours.
- Atmosphere: Expect a mix of expats (lots of Brits/Aussies), tourists, and locals. It gets packed and loud for big games — arrive early!
- Food & Drinks: Most serve pub classics (burgers, pies, roasts), Thai food, and cheap beers (Singha, Chang, Leo). Prices are reasonable.
- Alternatives if bars are full: Stream on Monomax/AIS PLAY via your phone/hotel TV (with a VPN if needed for geo-restrictions, though local services work fine).
- Location tip: Most top spots are in central Pattaya (Soi Buakhao, LK Metro) — easy to reach by baht bus, Grab, or walk.
How FA Cup is Broadcast in Thailand (2025/26 Season)
In Thailand, the Premier League and FA Cup rights are held by Jasmine International (JAS), broadcast via:
- Monomax app (primary streaming platform for live and on-demand matches)
- AIS PLAY (another key partner for live coverage)
This covers all FA Cup matches from the early rounds through to the final. Many sports bars in Pattaya subscribe to these services (or use satellite feeds like beIN Sports, TrueVisions equivalents, or international packages) to show the games live on big screens.
- Tip: FA Cup games often have varied kick-off times (early mornings or late nights in Thailand due to UK time difference), so bars open early or stay open late for big ties.
If you’re in Pattaya during a specific FA Cup round (e.g., third round in January), drop the match details and I can help narrow it down further. Enjoy the magic of the Cup — nothing beats watching potential giant-killings with a cold one in a buzzing bar!
Last updated 22nd August 2026
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