Beer gardens in Cork where you can watch all the World Cup semi-final action

Beer gardens in Cork where fans can watch all the World Cup semi-final action are drawing large crowds ahead of France, Spain, England and Argentina’s 2026 FIFA World Cup final-four matchups. Although Ireland did not qualify for the tournament hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada, Cork’s beer gardens are full, boosted by high expat communities. The article cites hot-weather viewing plans as temperatures are expected to stay high into next week. Key results set up the semi-finals: France beat Morocco 2-0, Spain topped Belgium 2-1, England won 2-1 on extra time, and Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1. France meets Spain Tuesday at 3pm ET (7pm Irish time) at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, while England plays Argentina Wednesday at the same time at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.