The 10 best places to watch sports in Lisbon

Located in Campo de Ourique, this former bakery is now somewhere between a café and a restaurant, and has become a popular place for groups to get together for dinner. On match days, it can get a bit chaotic, but that’s no bad thing – the more people on their feet and cheering, the better the atmosphere. For this reason, you should book a spot.

Ideal for those who are short-sighted, Café Império usually projects important matches on a cinema screen. Here, you won’t have any trouble seeing the pitch in all its glory, and no one should get in your way during important moments. Unless, of course, the waiter comes to your table to interrupt the game and bring you an Império steak, either rump or sirloin.

Where there’s seafood, there’s football. And where there’s seafood and football, there’s certainly a cold beer waiting for you. At Sem Vergonha, a beer house near Estrela, you’ll find all three. Keep an eye on their Instagram, where you’ll find updates about what games they’re showing, as well as the drinks deals on offer during the matches.

This Benfica classic never misses a football match. When it comes to a European championship, all eyes are locked on the screen. Edmundo also serves classic Portuguese dishes, seafood and snacks, as well as good, cold beer. 

Irish & Co. may be located in Lisbon's Parque das Nações neighbourhood, but its soul is distinctly Irish. Whether it's rugby or football on the screens, you’ll find a passionate, lively crowd filling the bar and cheering on their team, all washed down with a selection of beers from Portugal and abroad (including Guinness, of course). When the weather’s warmer, the generous terrace is also a hit.

You can’t go wrong with a sports bar. The Couch is known for its array of screens (there are 80 across its three locations), helping you catch every goal without craning your neck to see past all the other fans. With the Premier League, Bundesliga 1&2, Serie A, La Liga, NBA, NFL, NHL, Superbowl, Formula 1, tennis, golf and more all on show here, there’s something for every sports fan.

A cold imperial beer (a 20cl serving) and a plate of lupin beans are a guarantee when you visit Marisqueria do Lis, whether you're standing at the counter or sitting at a table. The rest is up to you – choose from goose barnacles, amêijoas à Bulhão Pato (clams in garlic and coriander sauce), prawns, crab and more. To finish, you can always wrap it up with a prego no pão (steak sandwich). Whatever you choose, you’ll leave well-fed.

Established back in 1995, O’Gilin’s Irish Pub is a low-key, authentic bar which remains one of the most respected spots in the city. This is a great place to experience sport the Irish way, with plenty of singing and bags of spirited cheering almost guaranteed. There are also events across the year, including a Halloween party, and, of course, a Saint Patrick’s Day party.

Located in the Hotel Real Palácio, there’s an impressive number of screens at Real Sports Bar – and an even more impressive amount of beer. With Grand Prix racing, women’s and men’s football, American football, rugby and more all shown here, there’s plenty to satisfy fans no matter the time of year. There’s also a menu with classic Portuguese dishes and an extensive drinks selection.

The three key ingredients to Taberna Iberica’s success? Tapas, beer and football. This holy trinity keeps this little Spanish bar on Praça da Alegria running. No matter where you sit, you’ll have a good view, as there are plenty of screens to cater to the fans.