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Broor<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Just a stone’s throw from Nokia Arena, you’ll find the sports bar Broor<\/a>, which offers a wide array of viewing options for various sports. At Broor, you can watch sports series and matches from V Sport and C More Sport, as well as local Tampere teams’ ice hockey matches, the Premier League, and both the hockey and football Champions Leagues. Broor is also open to new suggestions for different sports series. In the middle of the excitement, you can relax with a cold beer from Broor’s wide selection.<\/p>\n

Ukko Nooa<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Welcome to Ukko Nooa<\/a>, a laid-back combination of pub and sports bar located in the heart of Tampere\u2019s city center, where you can enjoy yourself until the early hours of the morning. At Ukko Nooa, you can watch a wide range of sports, play board games, or challenge friends at the pool table. Ukko Nooa is open every day until 4am, so you can unwind without feeling rushed.<\/p>\n

O’Connels<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Also located in the center of Tampere, O’Connels<\/a> is an authentic Irish pub that combines a genuine atmosphere with a diverse sports offering. You can enjoy a wide selection of drinks and delicious food, ensuring you won’t have to watch the games on an empty stomach. Upcoming sports broadcasts can be conveniently found on O’Connels’ website.<\/p>\n

Pub Old Mates<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Situated near Nokia Arena, Old Mates<\/a> offers drinks, food, sports, and an authentic British pub atmosphere. Sports can be watched on 11 HD screens and an impressive 75-inch screen. Old Mates shows all the major live sports events, including Finnish Ice Hockey League, Premier League, and Formula 1 races, not to mention other top European leagues. Besides sports, you can enjoy a rotating selection of beers and high-quality homemade British pub food.<\/p>\n

Players House<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Players House<\/a> provides the perfect setting for a sports-filled evening in Tampere\u2019s city center. From two giant screens and numerous other displays, you can watch matches from the SM-liiga, Premier League, Champions League, NHL, and Finland’s national ice hockey team, the Leijonat. Alongside the sports excitement, you can enjoy snacks and cold drinks to complete your sports fan experience.<\/p>\n

Bar Aikalis\u00e4<\/strong><\/h2>\n

In the Janka district of Tampere, you’ll find the legendary Bar Aikalis\u00e4<\/a>, offering sports fans the perfect viewing experience. At Aikalis\u00e4, you can catch the SM-liiga games of Ilves and Tappara, Formula 1, skiing, tennis, volleyball, and basketball on large screens. If you get hungry, you can order pizza, kebab, or wings straight to your table.<\/p>\n

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Psst!<\/strong> Many other restaurants and bars also offer opportunities to watch sports. Check out Gastropub Soho<\/a>, Kultainen Apina<\/a>, Konttori<\/a>, Sticky Wingers<\/a>, and Galaxie Center<\/a>, for example<\/em>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":59908,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2029,1024],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-120296","blog","type-blog","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-jaakiekko-en","category-sports"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nThe Best Sports Bars and Places to Watch Games in Tampere<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"A sports fan's paradise awaits in Tampere \u2013 do you know the best places to enjoy the game atmosphere? 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