Opening Night Tournament Schedule This Week's Matches Why Watch Here World Cup Resources Food & Drink How to Find Us FAQ
The FIFA World Cup 2026 runs from 11 June to 19 July across Canada, Mexico and the United States. The Jolly Roger Pub in Paroikia will show selected major matches live, with indoor and outdoor screens, cold drinks, pub food and a relaxed match-day atmosphere near the port.
World Cup Opening Night
Opening Ceremony from approximately 20:30
Mexico vs South Africa at 22:00
Join us for the start of World Cup 2026 with cold beer, food and football on the screens at The Jolly Roger Pub in Paroikia.
Tournament Schedule
| Stage | Dates |
|---|---|
| Opening Ceremony & Opening Match | 11 June 2026 |
| Group Stage | 11 June – 27 June |
| Round of 32 | 28 June – 3 July |
| Round of 16 | 4 July – 7 July |
| Quarter Finals | 9 July – 11 July |
| Semi Finals | 14 July – 15 July |
| Third Place Play-Off | 18 July |
| World Cup Final | 19 July 2026 |
This Week's Featured Matches
| Date | Match | Greek Time | Showing? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday 11 June | Opening Ceremony | Approx. 20:30 | Yes |
| Thursday 11 June | Mexico vs South Africa | 22:00 | Yes |
Why Watch the World Cup at The Jolly Roger?
- Indoor and outdoor screens
- 40+ beers including draught and craft options
- Food served during major matches
- 1 minute from the port in Paroikia
- Easy to reach from ferries, hotels and the bus station
- Relaxed pub atmosphere for football fans and casual viewers alike
World Cup Resources
For full fixtures, standings, groups, team details and tournament news, use the official FIFA World Cup pages. That keeps this page focused on what matters locally: where to watch the matches in Paros.
Food and Drink
Enjoy cold beers, cocktails, soft drinks and pub food while watching the matches. Kitchen hours may vary by season, so check the latest opening times before coming specifically for food.
How to Find Us
The Jolly Roger Pub is close to Paroikia port, beside the windmill, the central square and the main bus station. It is easy to reach on foot from the ferries, buses and accommodation in central Paroikia.
FAQ
Will you show every World Cup match?
No. This page focuses on selected major matches, popular fixtures, knockout games and kick-off times that work best with opening hours.
Will you show knockout matches?
Yes. We expect to show the major knockout matches including the Round of 16, Quarter Finals, Semi Finals and the World Cup Final.
Do you show matches outside?
For selected matches, yes. Screen setup can depend on the time of day, weather and how busy the pub is.
Do you serve food during games?
Yes, food is available during many major matches. Kitchen hours can change during the season, so check before coming specifically for food.
How far are you from the port?
Around one minute on foot from the main port area of Paroikia.
Are there sports bars in Paros?
Paros has relatively few venues that specialise only in live sport, but selected bars show major sporting events. The Jolly Roger Pub is one of the island's best-known places for live sport.
Last updated: June 2026.