Souled Out's Sri Hartamas location (Photo: Souled Out)
Cover Souled Out in Sri Hartamas (Photo: Souled Out)

Catch the most exciting moments in the global football tournament at these spots

The World Cup Qatar 2022 is in full swing and the most exciting part of the global football tournament has finally kicked off. As the various finals get underway, we are closer to witnessing the next champions of the football world. The final match will happen on December 18, 2022. 

There is no better way to kick back and enjoy the highly anticipated matches than with fellow football fans cheering and celebrating around you. From your local neighbourhood bars to more swanky haunts, we’ve rounded up our favourite spots to catch the nail-biting matches with cold beers, chilly cocktails, and delicious bites around Kuala Lumpur.

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1. Aqua at Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur

For a laidback setting without forgoing luxury, head to Aqua at Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur. As you watch the livestream, nibble on its tapas, wood-fired pizzas, and sip on signature cocktails.

Aqua | Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50088 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | +603 2330 8798 | Monday-Sunday, 8am-10pm; happy hour, 4pm-6pm

2. Crystal at The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur

The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur is screening all the World Cup matches on its large LED TV at its dual-level lounge and rooftop bar, Crystal. It is also hosting various football fever parties through the finals, which entail live music, drinks, and games. 

Crystal | Level 6, The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur, No.6, Jalan Stesen Sentral 2, Kuala Lumpur Sentral, 50470 Kuala Lumpur | +603 2727 1111 | Monday-Sunday, 11am-10:30pm

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3. Souled Out

Souled Out is hosting its very own soccer fest. And if your predictions align with the results, you could walk away with prizes a Nintendo Switch or a PS5.

Games are live-streamed onto its mega screens at each of its outlets including Sri Hartamas and Pavilion Bukit Jalil, for you to revel in the adrenaline alongside some beer, food, and cocktails.

Souled Out | Multiple locations

4. Rockafellers

If it's the sports bar vibe you're after, you'll get it at Rockafellers. With multiple locations around Malaysia including Changkat Bukit Bintang and Bukit Damansara in Kuala Lumpur, Straits Quay in Penang, and Genting Highlands in Pahang, finding yourself a front-row seat to the action will not be a difficult task.

With great food such as Iberico pork spare ribs and great drinks (with promotions to boot), Rockafellers promises to turn up the World Cup experience.

Rockafellers | Multiple locations

5. The Roof

The Roof's Stratosphere and Sky Garden bars are hosting watch parties for the World Cup. While Sky Garden exudes a laidback bistro atmosphere, Stratosphere offers a rooftop luxury bar experience on a grassed helipad. 

Each location is offering its own drink promotions—one of them even gets you a sake shot with every goal—so be sure to find out what they are in advance before deciding on your preferred venue.

The Roof | First Ave, Bandar Utama, 47800 Petaling Jaya | +6016 2291 505 | Monday-Sunday, 8pm-12am

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6. Rimbar KL

Fans of football and camping should come together at Rimbar KL, an outdoorsy-themed bar that entails drinking in tents and great bar fare. Beer promotions will last throughout the duration of the World Cup. 

Rimbar KL | 198, 1st Floor, Jalan Tun H.S. Lee, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur | +6012 393 8179 | Sunday-Thursday, 5pm-1am; Friday-Saturday, 5pm-2am; closed Mondays

7. The Dark Horse

If you're a sports fan, you've probably already caught at least one game at The Dark Horse, one of KL's hottest sports bars. This bar-and-grill regularly hosts watch parties and events for all types of sports, including cricket and football, that includes giveaways and live music. 

The Dark Horse | Lot G-05, Life Centre, 20, Jalan Sultan Ismail, 50250 Kuala Lumpur | +6019 333 9269 | Monday-Sunday, 12pm-12am

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