From a castle ruin to historic baths - unusual places to watch the World Cup
Organizers are transforming a historic Victorian swimming pool in Manchester into a unique venue for fans to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The event aims to provide an immersive atmosphere with large screens, food trucks, and DJs, despite the logistical challenges of hosting in a non-traditional space.
Why it matters
It highlights the growing trend of experiential sports viewing, where fans seek unique, community-driven environments over traditional pubs or home viewing.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google George Sandeman BBC The 2026 FIFA World Cup is just around the corner, which means fans will be packing into pubs, bars and living rooms to cheer on their favourite teams.
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