Watch all the big games live at The Rising Sun this summer
Eat. Drink. Football.
We’re showing all of England’s group stage matches plus loads more throughout the tournament, with big screens, great food and proper drinks to match.
Join us at The Rising Sun for a full summer of football
The Rising Sun is always the best place to spend the summer in Reading and 2026 is set to be no different.
Watch the best footballers in the world compete on the biggest stage in international football, with all the drama shown live throughout the summer at The Rising Sun.
Whether you’re joining us before kick-off or after the final whistle, enjoy exceptional pub food throughout the tournament at The Rising Sun.
Thursday 11th June to Sunday 19th July 2026
Every Matchday
The Rising Sun,
Reading
Introducing Our Matchday Specials
Win or lose, we have the perfect matchday fuel at The Rising Sun to keep you going. Alongside our refreshed bar snack menu, we have introduced a selection of exclusive specials just for the tournament.
Designed for casual grazing, these comforting dishes are available to order directly from the bar throughout the Summer of Football. Why not pair them with a chilled bucket of Asahi and settle in for the game?
- Buttermilk chicken strips with chipotle mayonnaise
- Honey soy chilli glazed chicken wings with sesame & spring onion
- Sticky pork ribs with coleslaw and triple-cooked chips
- Loaded fries with garlic, Grana & bacon
Food service times vary by fixture, so check the schedule before you head over.
6-for-5 on Bottles of Asahi throughout the tournament
Throughout the Summer of Football, members of Treats by Heartwood Inns can score a bucket of 6 bottled Asahi beers for the price of 5, served chilled on ice.
Designed for groups to share, this exclusive offer is available all day long (not just during the matches), so you can beat the halftime rush and keep the refreshments flowing.
Best of all, you can enjoy this reward multiple times throughout the tournament, whenever you visit us.
Haven’t got the app yet? Download it before you arrive and it’s one less thing to think about on the day.
Available while stocks last. Temrs and conditions apply.
Exceptional food before or after the match at The Rising Sun
Our menus at The Rising Sun change with the seasons, celebrating the fresh, vibrant flavours that each time of year has to offer.
And we’re keeping the kitchen open late on some match nights so you can actually eat properly while you watch.
Don’t forget, if you’re here on a Sunday, our legendary roasts come with bottomless Yorkshires, roast potatoes and gravy. Enough said.
Food service times vary by fixture, so check the schedule before you head over.
Steak Night at The Rising Sun throughout the tournament
Every Wednesday throughout the tournament, we’re making match nights a little more special.
From 5pm, buy any two steaks and we’ll throw in a bottle of wine and three gourmet sauces on the house. A proper pre-match treat.
Whether you’re watching the big game or just fancy a great midweek dinner, Steak Night at The Rising Sun in Reading is the place to be.
Available while stocks last. Temrs and conditions apply.
Happy Hour in Reading at The Rising Sun
Join us for Happy Hour at The Rising Sun from 5pm to 7pm Sunday through Friday, with 2-for-1 on selected drinks.
And on Thursday evenings we stretch it a little further with Extended Happy Hour, running all the way through to 8pm.
It’s the perfect way to get the evening started, especially on a match night.
Available while stocks last. Temrs and conditions apply.
Win A Beer When You Guess The Score
Throughout the tournament, your football knowledge could earn you a free drink at The Rising Sun.
On matchdays, connect to our pub WiFi and you’ll find our prediction form waiting for you on the joining page.
Lock in your score before kick-off and if you’ve got it right, a free ice-cold bottle of Asahi Super Dry (or Asahi 0.0%) will be sent straight to your phone or inbox.
How to play
- Visit The Rising Sun on a matchday and connect to our WiFi.
- Submit your score prediction on the WiFi joining page before kick-off.
- Choose Email or SMS to receive your prize if you win.
Available exclusively via the WiFi joining page on selected matches. One entry per person, per day..Temrs and conditions apply.
Watch the Round of 32 matches at The Rising Sun
Thursday 2nd July
Spain v Austria
Normal opening hours. Normal food service hours.
20:00
Showing
Friday 3rd July
Portugal v Croatia
Kick-off 11pm or later. Normal opening and food service hours.
00:00
Not Showing
Friday 3rd July
Switzerland v Algeria
Kick-off 11pm or later. Normal opening and food service hours.
04:00
Not Showing
Friday 3rd July
Australia v Egypt
Normal opening hours. Normal food service hours.
19:00
Showing
Friday 3rd July
Argentina v Cape Verde
Kick-off 11pm or later. Normal opening and food service hours.
23:00
Not Showing
Saturday 4th July
Colombia v Ghana
Kick-off 11pm or later. Normal opening and food service hours.
02:30
Not Showing
Watch the Round of 16 matches at The Rising Sun
Saturday 4th July
Canada v Morocco
Normal opening hours. Normal food service hours.
18:00
Showing
Saturday 4th July
Paraguay v France
Normal opening hours. Normal food service hours.
22:00
Showing
Sunday 5th July
Brazil v Norway
Normal opening hours. Normal food service hours.
21:00
Showing
Monday 6th July
Mexico v England
Kick-off 11pm or later. Normal opening and food service hours.
01:00
Not Showing
Monday 6th July
Portugal or Croatia v Spain or Austria
Normal opening hours. Normal food service hours.
20:00
Showing
Tuesday 7th July
USA v Belgium
Kick-off 11pm or later. Normal opening and food service hours.
01:00
Not Showing
Tuesday 7th July
Argentina or Cape Verde v Australia or Egypt
Normal opening hours. Normal food service hours.
17:00
Showing
Tuesday 7th July
Switzerland or Algeria v Colombia or Ghana
Normal opening hours. Normal food service hours.
21:00
Showing
Quarter finals shown live at The Rising Sun
Thursday 9th July
Quarter Final
Open until midnight. Kitchen serving until 10:45pm
21:00
Showing
Friday 10th July
Quarter Final
Open until midnight. Kitchen serving until 9:45pm
20:00
Showing
Saturday 11th July
Quarter Final
Open until 1am. Kitchen serving until 10:45pm
22:00
Showing
Sunday 12th July
Quarter Final
Kick-off 11pm or later. Normal opening and food service hours.
02:00
Not Showing
Watch both Semi Finals and Third Place Playoff at The Rising Sun
Tuesday 14th July
Semi Final
Open until midnight. Kitchen serving until 9:45pm
20:00
Showing
Wednesday 15th July
Semi Final
Open until midnight. Kitchen serving until 9:45pm
20:00
Showing
Saturday 18th July
Third Place Play-off
Open until 1am. Kitchen serving until 10:45pm
22:00
Showing
Watch the Final at The Rising Sun
Sunday 19th July
The Final
Open until midnight. Kitchen serving until 9:45pm
20:00
Showing
Frequently Asked Questions
No booking needed. Just come in and find a spot. We’d recommend arriving a little early for the big England games to make sure you get a good view.
We’re showing all three England group stage games and all other group games with a kick-off of 10pm or earlier. We’re also showing a lot of the knockout games, including both semi-finals and the final. Check the full schedule above for details.
Food service times vary depending on the fixture. Check the fixture listing above for the specific night you’re planning to visit. Timings are subject to change at any time.
We have extended opening hours for most matches. England games and the knockout rounds are typically open until midnight, with a 1am close for the later Saturday fixtures, depending on who is playing. Check the schedule above for exact times.
Unfortunately we’re not able to show Scotland’s group stage games due to broadcast licensing restrictions. We know that’s disappointing for Scotland fans and we’re sorry we can’t be more accommodating.
Join us for a summer of world-class football at The Rising Sun
From the opening matches to knockout drama, catch the biggest moments of the summer live with exceptional pub food before, during or after the game at The Rising Sun.
A note on Scotland games: Due to broadcast licensing restrictions, we’re unable to show Scotland’s group stage fixtures (14 June, 19 June and 24 June). We’re sorry for any disappointment.