Football World Cup: Where to take the semifinal

As the New Zealand communities diversify, the traditional football / rugby quarrel has happily disappeared in the past. 90s, not even whites This absence prevented us from getting carried away by the FIFA World Cup.

It's been exciting since the first day, but with a lot of games taking place in the wee hours of the morning, many have chosen not to open.

If you're looking to leave the comforts of your bed to catch the semi-finals alongside some hardcore football fans, here are some of the places across New Zealand where you can get full of football fever .

AUCKLAND

A big city means a high demand, so all Aucklanders seek to catch up.

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In the central suburbs, the sisters De Post and The Paddington will broadcast the semifinals from 6am. $ 20 will kick you out and give you access to the breakfast buffet, a sure way to relax your nerves, but reservations are essential.

"We sold tickets for both games, and tickets for the England match were sold in just six hours, but we did not have anything left at six in the morning, we were full "says Julie Edwards. Both bars also have liquor licenses, something that she adds for "a great atmosphere with a lot of good old songs"

With most of the hype around the clash of Thursday between England and Croatia, CBD fans who missed tickets from The Fox will be able to catch the game at O ​​'Hagan's Irish Pub and Doolan Brothers in Newmarket .

WELLINGTON

Wellington City Council granted a special license to six bars in the City of Wellington to serve alcohol after 4 am during the competition. One month

. conditions, as a one-way door policy that will mean after a while, no new customer will be allowed to enter the bar.

Matt McLaughlin, owner of the Four Kings and Jack Hackett bars in downtown Wellington, has created a system to ensure that fans can watch the game safely.

"We will print the tickets that need to be removed 12 hours before each match," he said.

Under the special permit, bars must also be closed for at least one hour before each match, and they are not allowed. to sell shots, jagombes or jugs of beer during games.

"Football fans are fanatics and we want to guarantee them a good time without drunk people bothering them," said McLaughlin. Backbencher Gastropub takes a more relaxed approach.

"We will offer a nice and comfortable brunch, will probably serve drinks, like Irish coffee, but only for big games, like the semi-finals, from July 11" Manager Lucy Newrik said: [19659004] D4, JJ Murphys and The Grand also had their special licenses approved

CHRISTCHURCH

As you go down the country, things start to get a little quieter, but not completely silent.

The Pegasus Arms will be open, but it's better to be fast. The match between England and Sweden ended in a semifinal interest rate. The popular lair will be broadcast the two semifinals, but fans will have to sign up for a free ticket on their website to ensure entry.

Sister bar Morrell & Co will also enter the action, but only for the most disputed semi-finals, Thursday's England against Croatia.

At Shirley, at the Fox & Ferret Palms, fans eager to see England face Croatia, but who do not want to enter town, can park at the bar from 6am in the morning. alcohol being served from 8am.

QUEENSTOWN

For those looking to make a real trip out of the upcoming games, Josh Abrams, general manager of Harry's Pool Bar promises it will be a good time, noting that the highlight Sunday morning was even "busier than an All Blacks game."

"That was pretty important here because there are a lot of internationals, they are all in the game. "

Saying that the bar was "completely packed" this weekend, fans looking to get a good seat at their early bar of choice.

Just around the corner, buying a ticket to watch at Brazz Steakhouse Bar & Grill will not only put you in the action, but will sort you with breakfast to make you go.

If none of them is convenient, Pog Mahones Irish Pub and Pig & Whistle will also be on the football field.

DUNEDIN

The city of Scarfie, Dunedin, will look more like a ghost town, with almost all the bars remaining closed.

That said, the management of The Bog told customers to keep their eyes on the bar's Facebook page to find out if they will open for the Thursday morning game.

– Tips and Tricks