Extra police patrols in Birmingham and West Midlands during Qatar World Cup games

Extra police officers will patrol the streets of Birmingham and the wider region over the next month to tackle anti-social behaviour during the World Cup.

The tournament takes place in Qatar and gets underway this Sunday (November 20). With 32 nations and the world’s best players taking part, football fans will no doubt be packing out pubs in the city to watch the games.

As there will be more fans enjoying the football in bars across the West Midlands, extra police will be on the streets to offer reassurance.

Superintendent Nick Rowe, head of the football unit, said: “We all just want everyone to have a great time and enjoy the football without any problems.

“This is a very exciting time, a time where football fans come together and enjoy a month of football. You may see a few extra police officers out and about as England make their way through the tournament.”

Which pubs can I watch the World Cup from?

The first match of the 2022 World Cup takes place on Sunday November 20 between hosts Qatar and Ecuador. The final of the tournament takes place on Sunday November 19.

There are plenty of pubs around the city where you can book a table ahead of the big kick off next month. Here are five you can choose from, and also information on how to book your place.

O’Neill’s Broad Street

Broad St, Birmingham B1 2HG

The Birmingham branch of the Irish chain bar has bookings open now for the start of the World Cup. You can soak up the atmosphere for every single match of the tournament - and you’ll not go short on food and drink options.

To book your place, visit O’Neill’s website.

The Old Crown Digbeth

High St, Deritend, Birmingham B12 0LD

Birmingham’s oldest secular building offers a fine and warm dining experience for anyone who stops by. Tables can be booked in advance at the pub, which has won and been nominated for countless industry awards, online.

To book your place at the Old Crown for the World Cup, visit the pub’s official website

The Button Factory

25 Frederick St, Birmingham B1 3HH

The smart Jewellery Quarter was once a warehouse and is now a stylish diner. Even better than this- it is set to screen every match at the World Cup.

Tables can be booked through the website

Walkabout Birmingham

Langley Buildings, Birmingham B1 2DS

The Australian themed bar and restaurant will show all games from the tournament which can be enjoyed with food and drink. Bookings can be made now to secure your place in front of one of the huge HD TV’s at the bar.

To book your place, visit the Walkabout website.

Hennesseys’ Birmingham

30-31 Allison St, Birmingham B5 5TJ

Plenty of live sport is shown at Hennesseys, and the World Cup will take centre stage through November and December. With plenty of screens, you’ll not be short of viewing options at this Digbeth bar, but booking ahead will be important.

To book your place this winter, visit the bar’s website.

Luna Springs

Digbeth Arena, Lower Trinity St, Deritend, Birmingham B9 4AG

Digbeth-based party venue Luna Springs is set to show all games from this year’s World Cup. During the games, the venue will also be providing giveaways and confetti drops as well as exclusive merchandise.

Drinks packages are available to book, with guests being encouraged to book early to secure their spots. Tickets for the final will be released following first match play-offs. England matches are priced at £10 per person and include a can of beer, a cider or a cocktail on entry, all other games are free to attend.

To book your place, visit the website