Where To Watch 2026 World Cup In Stafford And Willington

STAFFORD/WILLINGTON, CT — Fans in Willington and Stafford who can’t see the action in person can still find plenty of places to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Fans from around the globe have come to North America for matches that have been and are still being played across the United States, Canada and Mexico.

The 2026 World Cup has a 39-day run that started June 11, and ends on July 19. For the first time, the tournament featured 48 teams, making it the largest World Cup ever.

Eleven U.S. cities — Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Seattle and in the Jersey Meadowlands — have been hosting matches.

Here’s a sampling of where World Cup matches can be viewed:

Willington

• American Eagle Saloon & Cafe — Restaurant and bar, a casual local gathering spot with bar seating and televisions that make it a strong option for following World Cup matches. 15 River Rd., Suite A, Willington.
• Hilltop Restaurant Bar & Banquet — Restaurant and bar, offering a full-service dining area and lounge atmosphere suitable for watching live international soccer. 39 Adamec Rd., Willington.
• Willington Pizza House — Pizza restaurant, a casual dining option popular with local residents and suitable for catching tournament action while dining. 25 River Rd., Willington.
• Willington Pizza Too — Pizza restaurant, another casual option for small groups looking to watch World Cup matches over food and drinks. 11 Phelps Way, Willington.
• Flat Pennies Kitchen — Restaurant, smaller local eatery that may be a quieter option for daytime World Cup fixtures. 12 Tolland Tpke., Willington.

Stafford

• Basil's Restaurant — Italian restaurant and bar, a well-known Stafford dining destination with bar seating and televisions appropriate for major sporting events. 64 W. Stafford Rd., Stafford Springs.
• Stafford House of Pizza — Pizza restaurant, casual neighborhood spot that can serve as a convenient place for watching tournament matches with friends. 19 Main St., Stafford Springs.
• Stafford Coffee Company — Cafe, a downtown option for daytime World Cup matches, particularly earlier fixtures. 21 Main St., Stafford Springs.
• Sun Valley Resort Restaurant — Restaurant and event venue, spacious setting that can accommodate groups gathering for marquee World Cup games. 51 Old Springfield Rd., Stafford Springs.
• Stafford Cidery — Cidery and taproom, offering a relaxed atmosphere for fans looking to catch matches over locally produced beverages. 68 Main St., Stafford Springs.