Where to watch the FA Cup games in Saigon – Ho Chi Minh City

Watching FA Cup (English football knockout cup) games in Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam) is very easy and popular among British expats, football fans, and tourists. Saigon has a strong network of international sports bars and pubs (especially in District 1, Thao Dien/District 2, and Phu My Hung/District 7) that reliably show live FA Cup matches from the early rounds through to the final. Here is everything you need to know for the 2025/26 FA Cup season (ongoing in 2026).

FA Cup Final is on Saturday, 17 May 2026 (Kick off at ~4pm UK time = 10pm in Saigon)

Best Sports Bars in Saigon to Watch FA Cup

Saigon’s top venues are in District 1 (central) and Thao Dien (District 2, expat hub). These bars are known for showing FA Cup reliably.

Bar Name	Location	Description of Bar	Food Served
Phatty’s Sports Bar	District 1 (central) – 48 Tôn Ton That Thiep (D1) (near Ton That Thiep/Pasteur)	Premier expat sports bar; multiple large HD TVs; shows all major football including FA Cup live; lively atmosphere; very popular; often packed for cup matches	Western/Aussie pub grub: Steaks, burgers, pizzas, breakfast items; highlights include Phatty Burger, bacon wrapped wings, country fried steak
The Rabbit Hole Irish Bar	Multiple (D1 & D7)	Aussie/Irish vibe; tons of large screens (indoor + beer garden); shows FA Cup reliably; relaxed, fun for groups; live music, pool, darts; open 365 days	Classic pub comfort food (Western + Vietnamese): Burgers, Sunday Roast, wings, spring rolls; highlights include homemade Australian beef burgers and Sunday roasts
Jackaroo Bar & Grill	District 1 – near Ben Thanh Markets	Authentic Aussie Outback bar; multiple big screens; shows FA Cup and EPL games; cozy upstairs vibe; friendly owner; good for mates/groups	Hearty Aussie pub grub: Brisket Loaded Fries, Brisket Tacos, burgers, Parmi, pizza; highlights include meat lovers pizza and roast beef rolls
Coolabah Saigon	District 7 (Phú Mỹ Hưng) – Happy Valley area	Contemporary Aussie bistro/bar; multiple screens; shows FA Cup reliably; spacious, English-speaking staff; relaxed down-home feel	Classic Aussie pub fare: Sunday Roast, sausages, steaks, pies; highlights include Sunday Roast and hearty comfort meals

Practical Tips for Watching FA Cup in Saigon

• Check ahead: Bars post schedules on Facebook/Instagram. Message them to confirm — most will show FA Cup.
• Atmosphere: Expat-heavy (Brits/Aussies), tourists, locals. Gets very busy for semi-finals/final — arrive early or book.
• Food & Drinks: Pub classics (burgers, wings, steaks), Vietnamese options, cheap beers (Bia Hoi, Tiger, Heineken ~VND 25,000–60,000), happy hours common.
• Alternatives: Stream on beIN SPORTS CONNECT via phone/hotel TV (cast to smart TV).
• Location tip: District 1 (central, easy access) or Thảo Điền (District 2, expat hub) – Grab/taxi is quick.

FA Cup Broadcast in Vietnam (2025/26 Season)

The FA Cup is broadcast in Vietnam by:

• beIN Sports (main rights holder for English Premier League and cup competitions) — covers all FA Cup rounds live on beIN Sports 1/2 via cable/satellite (K+, SCTV, VTVCab, MyTV, etc.).
• Streaming: beIN SPORTS CONNECT app/website (subscription ~VND 200,000–400,000/month).
• Some matches (especially semi-finals and final) may also appear on VTVcab or other local channels.

Most good sports bars in Saigon subscribe to beIN or have international satellite feeds and will show every round live. They open early for early-round matches (often 6–8am Vietnam time) or stay open late for evening games.

FA Cup 2025/26 Season Overview & Saigon Viewing Times

• The 2025/26 FA Cup is the 145th edition (started August 2025, final in May 2026 at Wembley).
• Key rounds in 2026:
  • 4th Round: January 2026
  • 5th Round: February 2026
  • Quarter-finals: March 2026
  • Semi-finals: April 2026
  • Final: Saturday, 17 May 2026 (~4pm UK time = 10pm in Saigon)

Vietnam time (ICT, UTC+7) is 7 hours ahead of UK time in winter (GMT) and 6 hours ahead in summer (BST).

• Early rounds (3rd–5th): Often morning/early afternoon in Saigon (bars open from 7–8am).
• Later rounds: Afternoon/evening — prime time.
• Final (May 2026): Usually 10pm–11pm Saigon time — perfect evening viewing.

Big matches (semi-finals/final) get packed — arrive early or book a table.

Enjoy the cup!

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