Anyone travelling in the UK is likely to come across the chance to see a game of football at some point. The nation’s favourite sport is played just about everywhere, so where are you best heading to in order to see a game?
London
As you would expect from such a massive city, there is a lot of football played in London. In fact, there are currently 13 professional teams playing here, as well as lots of amateur teams too. For a big match atmosphere in a huge stadium you could try the likes Arsenal, Chelsea or Tottenham Hotspur. Getting hold of a ticket to see one of these big teams can be difficult as well as expensive, though. If you want a smaller, rather more intimate experience then Leyton Orient and Brentford are among your best options. With so many teams and stadiums spread across the capital, it is highly likely that you find a game somewhere whenever you want one. The comprehensive public transport system in the capital also means that you should be able to get around easily.
Liverpool
The historic city of Liverpool is home to one of the UK’s most famous and keenly contested football derbies. Liverpool and Everton have now been battling for supremacy for over a century. This is famous as the most successful football city in the country, with both teams amassing a huge amount of the top trophies over the years. While there is an intense rivalry between the two teams, it is also known as the friendly derby. The action on the field isn’t usually very friendly but the name comes from the fact that there are often supporters of both club in families or groups of friends. Liverpool is the only city in England to host top flight football every single year since the Football League started in 1888. A short trip away from Liverpool city centre you will also find Tranmere’s ground.
Glasgow
Any sports fan heading up to Scotland’s biggest city is sure to think of making a visit to see Celtic or Rangers play. Both of these teams play in giant stadiums and have traditionally been by far the most successful teams in Scotland. Financial problems at Rangers lead to liquidation in 2012 but there is now a new team carrying the name working its way back up the leagues. A big game at the stadiums of Celtic or Rangers are always special occasions with large crowds of enthusiastic supporters, while Partick Thistle and Queens Park offer smaller and more low key match experiences.