The best pubs and bars to watch the south-coast derby in Portsmouth

By Joe Williams

Reporter

Published 12th Sep 2025, 14:06 BST

If you are not one of the lucky 2,700 fans who are heading to St Mary’s Stadium for the south-coast derby this weekend there are plenty of great places to catch the action.

The much anticipated game between Portsmouth and Southampton kicks off at 12pm on Sunday, September 14 with the game being televised on ITV1. The fact that it is on a terrestrial channel means most pubs in the city will have the chance to show the game.

If you are not sure where to watch the big match, we have listed some of the best pubs for live sport in the city according to Google reviews.

From local boozers to sports bars - here are some ideas of where to head for a great atmosphere:

The Shepherd's Crook is packed with Pompey fans on a match day. One reviewer on Google said: "What a cracking pub on a Portsmouth match day, the place is rocking. Great service and big screens everywhere to enjoy live sport."

1. The Shepherd's Crook

The Shepherd's Crook is packed with Pompey fans on a match day. One reviewer on Google said: "What a cracking pub on a Portsmouth match day, the place is rocking. Great service and big screens everywhere to enjoy live sport." | Lawrence Hall

The Lord John Russell has a number of screens to watch the football on

2. From left, The Lord John Russell, Kingfisher, and Galbi, all in Albert Road, Southsea Picture: Chris Moorhouse (280824-064)

The Lord John Russell has a number of screens to watch the football on | Chris Moorhouse

O'Neills in Albert Road has a 4.3 rating on Google reviews. On customer said: "Always a good place to watch the football or any sport."

3. O'Neills

O'Neills in Albert Road has a 4.3 rating on Google reviews. On customer said: "Always a good place to watch the football or any sport." | Chris Moorhouse

The Kings in Albert Road is another place to catch the south-coast derby

4. The Kings

The Kings in Albert Road is another place to catch the south-coast derby | Google

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