Where to Watch the Premier League Abroad: Top 17 Destinations for Football Fans in 2026

The quickest way to stop missing live updates, overpriced reprints and boring pub screens: plan a 2026 football trip that pairs a can't-miss travel destination with a Premier League match and an authentic stadium tour.

If you’re a fan who’s tired of unreliable live-score sites, static tactical breakdowns and generic travel advice, this guide is built for you. Inspired by The Points Guy’s 2026 travel picks and current Premier League fixture patterns, I map 17 destinations where you can combine world-class travel with an unforgettable Premier League away day — and practical steps so you actually get a seat, a stadium tour and a grassroots connection.

Why 2026 is the year to pair football travel with big trips

Short version: more flexible bookings, smarter stadium tours, and a spike in fan travel around big international events make 2026 a great time to plan. Travel editors from late 2025 flagged the same 17 places we use here as top picks for 2026; we’ve filtered those for football fans and added fixture-planning tactics and stadium-event intel. For live match planning, keep an eye on updated fixture release dates and team news — outlets such as the BBC keep fixtures and squad updates current during the season.

“Make 2026 the year you stop hoarding points for ‘someday’ and book that trip.” — The Points Guy (inspiration for these pairings)

How to use this guide (read first, book smarter)

• Pick your travel highlight: choose one of the 17 destinations below.
• Choose the UK city/stadium pairing: each destination includes the best UK match-day add-on — realistic flight routes and short hops are considered.
• Check fixtures and stadium events: confirm Premier League fixture release dates and club tour calendars before you buy. Use official club sites and trusted outlets like the BBC for fixture updates.
• Lock in travel and tickets early: use points and miles where possible; join club membership queues for priority access to tickets.
• Connect locally: we include ideas to plug into grassroots soccer and official fan clubs at each stop.

17 destinations (TPG-inspired) + the best Premier League pairings and stadium-tour plan

Each entry below includes: what to see at the destination, the nearest/or easiest UK Premier League stadium to add for a match day and tour, ticket and travel tips, and a grassroots or community soccer idea to round out the trip.

1. Lisbon, Portugal — pair with London (Arsenal / Chelsea / West Ham)

Why go: Lisbon’s neighborhoods, coastal drives and food scene made The Points Guy’s 2026 list. Why a fan: London is a 2–3 hour hop from Lisbon, letting you expand your city break into a Premier League weekend.

• Stadiums & tours: Arsenal (Emirates), Chelsea (Stamford Bridge tours reopened with AR exhibits in 2025), West Ham (London Stadium tours).
• Book tips: join club membership windows for ticket priority; use off-peak midweek flights with Avios or transferable points.
• Grassroots: book a Sunday pickup with a London grassroots club or volunteer with local youth soccer sessions — many clubs post local events on Meetup or local FA pages.

2. Reykjavik, Iceland — pair with Manchester (United / City)

Why go: Iceland’s outdoors culture is trending in 2026. Fly Reykjavik to Manchester as a natural stopover between North Atlantic travel and England.

• Stadiums & tours: Old Trafford and Etihad Stadium tours are musts for history and tactical insight. Check combined museum/tour packages.
• Book tips: flights to Manchester often surface as cheap add-ons on transatlantic routings; use banked miles and look for midweek matches to avoid premium pricing.
• Grassroots: watch open training sessions for local academy sides or join community futsal nights in Manchester.

3. Marrakech, Morocco — pair with Liverpool (Anfield)

Why go: culture, riads and markets. Liverpool is one of the Premier League’s most atmospheric away days and functions well as a northern-English stop after North Africa routes.

• Stadiums & tours: Anfield’s matchday experience plus the new digital tour enhancements launched in 2025 give behind-the-scenes access.
• Book tips: target Sunday fixtures or Saturday evenings; plan logistics (public transport to Anfield is straightforward via Merseyrail and matchday shuttles).
• Grassroots: find local supporter groups (many clubs have official international supporters clubs in Morocco). Attend a supporters’ meetup pre-match to meet locals.

4. Dakar, Senegal — pair with Newcastle (St James’ Park)

Why go: West Africa’s cultural capital appears on travel lists for 2026. Newcastle’s passionate match atmosphere is a short-stop candidate when you’re routing through Europe.

• Stadiums & tours: St James’ Park tours and the surrounding crowds are legendary; the city’s renewed hospitality investment in late 2025 improved pre/post-match fan festivals.
• Book tips: buy tickets as a member or reliable resale platform; consider hospitality if you want guaranteed entry without membership queues.
• Grassroots: donate equipment or coach a session at a local Newcastle charity-run soccer night — community programs are always receptive to traveling coaches.

5. Tokyo, Japan — pair with London (Premier League pubs and fan parks)

Why go: Tokyo’s stadium-culture crossover and passionate local fan scenes make it a great pre- or post-UK leg. If you can’t travel to England, Tokyo has excellent Premier League viewing culture — official pubs broadcast matches live, often with local commentary and fan meetups.

• Stadiums & tours: while in London, book stadium tours that include museum access. Back in Tokyo, check official EPL partner bars for live-site experiences.
• Book tips: Japan to London fares can be discounted in shoulder months; use long stopovers to avoid rush pricing.
• Grassroots: Tokyo has robust expat football leagues where you can play a friendly and swap tactical notes with local coaches.

6. Seoul, South Korea — pair with London or Manchester

Why go: South Korea’s supporter culture aligns with English football devotion. Pair with a short UK stop; or experience huge Premier League screenings in Seoul’s stadium-bars.

• Stadiums & tours: pair with a London or Manchester tour and a match day to see how cultures consume the same football differently.
• Book tips: watch transfer windows — arrival or departure of major South Korean players can spike demand for certain clubs’ matches.
• Grassroots: attend a Seoul weekend academy session; many clubs welcome foreign coaches for a day.

7. Mexico City, Mexico — pair with Manchester or London

Why go: Mexico City is on lots of 2026 travel lists for its museums and food, and has a big Premier League fanbase with official supporter bars streaming matches live.

• Stadiums & tours: fly to Manchester for a compact Northern England weekend — check club-museum combo tickets.
• Book tips: U.S. and Mexican markets often have favorable award availability around weekdays; use low-tax points transfers.
• Grassroots: many Mexican cities run community futbol tournaments where traveling coaches are welcome.

8. Buenos Aires, Argentina — pair with London (Argentine player tie-ins)

Why go: football-rich Buenos Aires is a great prelude to English football — many Argentinian stars play in the Premier League, so timing your London stop for a match featuring an Argentine player adds narrative weight.

• Stadiums & tours: London clubs often host fan events celebrating international players — track club social channels for special matchday events.
• Book tips: round-trip award availability between South America and London can improve if you book early in 2026.
• Grassroots: take a Sunday morning to coach or attend youth fútbol in Buenos Aires — it’s a cultural immersion and helps compare styles.

9. Cape Town, South Africa — pair with London or Manchester

Why go: Cape Town’s outdoors and culture are top travel picks; connect to a UK match for a split-hemisphere adventure.

• Stadiums & tours: choose London for easier flight options; Manchester if you’re aiming for two big football museums in a single trip.
• Book tips: consider open-jaw tickets to cut ground travel time and book stadium tours in advance (2025 saw many clubs launch timed, mobile-only tours).
• Grassroots: Cape Town has community football projects — look for volunteer opportunities that welcome English-speaking visitors.

10. Dubrovnik, Croatia — pair with London or Newcastle

Why go: medieval streets and Dalmatian coast, then hop to the UK for an away day. Dubrovnik is a reasonable starting point for multi-city European routes.

• Stadiums & tours: a London match day is the simplest connect. For a different vibe, Newcastle’s passionate atmosphere is worth the extra leg.
• Book tips: low-season Dubrovnik means cheaper fares — use that to upgrade your UK match experience.
• Grassroots: Croatia’s community clubs are welcoming — you can join pickup sessions near the seaside.

11. Athens, Greece — pair with London (east-London football tours)

Why go: historic sites, cheap flights to the UK in shoulder season. London’s East End walks and local club tours pair well.

• Stadiums & tours: consider a West Ham or lower-cost Premier League match to access great local pubs and East London fan culture.
• Book tips: use flexible cancellation policies — many clubs maintain limited tour capacity through 2026 so time slots fill.
• Grassroots: Athens’ local pitches host casual Sunday leagues where visitors can play.

12. Vancouver, Canada — pair with Manchester or London (especially pre/ post-World Cup 2026 planning)

Why go: Canada is a 2026 hub with World Cup events on the horizon — layering a Premier League stop is natural for fans flying to or from North America.

• Stadiums & tours: Manchester offers easy connections from Vancouver’s major airports and famous stadium museums.
• Book tips: expect more North American fans in UK stadiums around the 2026 World Cup months; book early.
• Grassroots: Vancouver has thriving community soccer; join a coastal morning session before flying out.

13. Auckland, New Zealand — pair with London (long-haul fan trip)

Why go: for many Antipodean fans, a Europe-UK stop is the natural way to combine seasons. London offers the maximum variety of stadium tours and fixtures.

• Stadiums & tours: pick a London double-header — a Saturday afternoon match and a Sunday stadium tour covers more ground.
• Book tips: use long-haul award seats and split the UK leg across multiple clubs for variety.
• Grassroots: NZ clubs welcome visiting coaches; plan a local session to trade drills and coaching ideas.

14. Edinburgh, Scotland — pair with Newcastle / northern England derbies

Why go: Scotland’s capital is close to Northern England and an easier base if you prefer quieter match travel and scenic pre-/post-match days.

• Stadiums & tours: St James’ Park or Anfield are day-trip options; Edinburgh offers a more relaxed rhythm around match logistics.
• Book tips: Scottish airports have direct low-cost links to Northern England — consider rail plus short flights.
• Grassroots: Scotland’s community soccer is intimate: join a local Sunday league for cross-cultural coaching conversations.

15. Barcelona, Spain — pair with London (easy short-haul connections)

Why go: Barcelona’s architecture and beaches are perennial picks; short flights mean flexible scheduling for UK match days.

• Stadiums & tours: time your trip to include one of London’s marquee fixtures — stadium tours fill fast around peak months so pre-book.
• Book tips: watch dynamic pricing: some clubs dropped last-minute tickets in 2025; but don’t gamble during big derbies.
• Grassroots: Barcelona’s beach football and futsal culture is a fun contrast to English turf drills.

16. Amsterdam, Netherlands — pair with London or Manchester

Why go: short city breaks and easy flights to the UK make Amsterdam a practical base for a quick Premier League diversion.

• Stadiums & tours: pick a London match for maximum club options and pre-match fan events in The Square Mile or borough pubs.
• Book tips: use late-night ferries and early morning flights to maximize two-city itineraries.
• Grassroots: Amsterdam schools and community clubs love cross-border coaching swaps — ask on local Facebook groups.

17. Bogotá, Colombia — pair with London or Manchester via transatlantic hubs

Why go: Colombia’s culture and coffee scene are rising travel picks, and strong Premier League fandom makes Bogotá a lively place to start a UK match add-on.

• Stadiums & tours: London remains the best option for variety of clubs and stadium tours.
• Book tips: watch airfares around major South American holidays; use banked miles to secure flexible legs.
• Grassroots: Colombian pickup leagues are intense and a great way to test tactical ideas from the Premier League live.

Practical match-day and ticketing tactics (do these first)

1. Memberships and official channels: most clubs prioritize members for home tickets — join the club you want to see at least 6–8 weeks early.
2. Hospitality for guaranteed entry: if you can swing the budget, match hospitality packages come with guaranteed seats and extras (meal, lounge access).
3. Resale markets: use club-approved resale partners only — avoid secondary-market scams. Check the club’s ticketing page for the authorized reseller link.
4. Stadium tour timing: book the stadium tour before or after matchday but not on the same tight schedule; tours often run on matchdays with limited access.
5. Travel windows: prioritize midweek flights where possible to save money — but balance with matchday energy and local recovery time. Use advanced deal timing tactics to set alerts and secure flexible fares.

2026 trends every fan-traveler should know

• AR & mobile-first stadium tours: Since late 2025, several Premier League clubs have upgraded tours with augmented reality and timed mobile tickets — book the slots in advance.
• Dynamic pricing and demand spikes: after major transfers or around 2026 international events, ticket prices and hotel rates spike. Use fare alerts and book refundable tickets when possible.
• Fan travel communities: peer-run fan travel groups and official club travel partners grew in 2025 — they can offer safe, vetted group travel but read reviews. See coverage of micro-event growth and venue planning in recent industry roundups.
• Sustainable travel options: clubs and local councils now promote low-carbon transit on matchdays — check club sustainability pages for bike/shuttle options and consider sustainable micro‑transit for short urban hops.

Grassroots and local-club connections: make your trip meaningful

Game day is only part of a true football trip. Here’s how to connect with grassroots soccer so you leave more than souvenirs:

• Volunteer a session: reach out via local community clubs or charities — they often welcome short-term help or coaching clinics. Matchday and community clubs increasingly run matchday micro-events that pair visitors with coaching and fan experiences.
• Attend non-league football: book a non-league or lower-league match to see raw supporter culture and meet locals.
• Share drills and training ideas: bring a session plan and small equipment (cones, bibs) — coaches welcome practical exchange.
• Support local kit stores: buy from community shops or charity outlets to support grassroots programs directly.

Sample two-day Premier League add-on itinerary (London example)

Make the most of minimal time with a compact plan:

• Day 1 – Arrive & pre-match: morning arrival, afternoon stadium tour + museum (booked at 10:00), early dinner at a recommended club pub, match kickoff Saturday 15:00 or 17:30. Post-match fan zone or club-run event.
• Day 2 – Local culture & grassroots: morning recovery and local walking tour, mid-day visit to a community soccer center to coach/observe, evening flight or onward travel.

Checklist before you go

• Confirm fixture and stadium tour availability.
• Join the club’s membership or official ticket queue.
• Purchase travel insurance that covers event cancellation.
• Book timed stadium tour slots (mobile tickets).
• Research official fan clubs and local pub broadcast locations if you can’t get a match ticket.
• Pack a small first-aid and match-day survival kit (earplugs, rechargeable battery, rain jacket).

Final actionable takeaways

• Act early: memberships, stadium tours and award flights fill fast in 2026.
• Be flexible: travel midweek, pick shoulder-season dates and use open-jaw routing to save time and money.
• Make it local: connect with grassroots programs to make a lasting impact and see football off the main stage.
• Use trusted info: check official club sites and reliable fixtures pages (for live updates, outlets like the BBC maintain up-to-the-minute fixture and team news).

Wrap up — your next steps

Pick one of these 17 TPG-inspired destinations, pick the UK match & stadium pairing that excites you most, and start by joining the club’s membership or subscribing to fixture alerts. If you plan to use points or rush last-minute, set fare and award alerts now.

Ready to plan? Download our fan travel checklist, join the fan forum to find companions for your matchday, or subscribe to stadium tour alerts for the clubs you want to see. The next time your live score ticks over in the stands, make sure you can say you planned the trip — not that luck did.

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