Where to Watch Premier League Games in NYC
- Football Fanatic NYC

- Aug 11
- 3 min read

Watching Premier League Football in NYC
The time difference is the defining feature of watching Premier League in New York. Most matches kick off in the late morning Eastern time — often 7:30 a.m., 10 a.m., or 12:30 p.m. depending on the fixture — which means weekend football in NYC tends to start well before lunch. That early start has shaped its own culture here: fans showing up for a 10 a.m. kickoff with a coffee or a pint, depending on preference, and pubs that lean into the atmosphere rather than treating it as background noise.
Because so many different clubs have supporters scattered across the city, a good Premier League bar in NYC is less about official affiliation and more about whether the venue treats the match seriously — sound on, screens visible, and a crowd that's actually paying attention.
Watching at D.B. Cooper's
For soccer, audio matters in a way it doesn't always for American sports — commentary and crowd noise are part of the experience, not just background. D.B. Cooper's full surround sound system means a match doesn't get lost as background visual noise the way it can in a bar that's only running the picture.
With 17 HD TVs and the Jumbotron, the venue can also handle overlapping kickoffs, which happens often on weekends when multiple Premier League matches run in the same window. If you've got a match at 11 a.m. and want to also keep an eye on a noon kickoff, that's a realistic setup here.
Location
506 9th Ave puts D.B. Cooper's within easy reach of Times Square, Hudson Yards, and Penn Station, which makes it a workable spot for an early match whether you're staying in Hell's Kitchen or heading in from elsewhere in Manhattan for kickoff.
Groups & Watch Parties
Supporter groups and friend circles gathering for a big match — a derby, a title-race fixture, a European night — can inquire about organizing a private watch party. The private event space, with its own 7 HD TVs and dedicated sound, is built for a group that wants the match without sharing screen time with the rest of the bar's crowd.
Food & Drinks
Early kickoffs pair naturally with brunch-style ordering, and D.B. Cooper's full bar covers draft beer, Guinness, cocktails, and wine alongside American and Irish-American food built for sharing across a long match. The Irish Spice Bag is worth ordering if you haven't tried it.
Reservations / Watching the Game
For a big fixture, especially an early weekend kickoff, reserving a table ahead of time is the safer move — arriving right at kickoff on a derby weekend can mean standing room only. Groups looking to book the private space for a match should reach out directly to check availability.
FAQ
Does D.B. Cooper's show Premier League games? Yes, Premier League matches are shown regularly, particularly on weekend mornings when kickoffs land in the 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Eastern window.
Where can I watch Premier League in Midtown Manhattan? D.B. Cooper's, at 506 9th Ave in Hell's Kitchen, is a short walk from Penn Station and Times Square.
Can I reserve a table for a soccer match? Yes, tables can be reserved ahead of a match, which is worth doing for high-profile fixtures with early kickoffs.
Does D.B. Cooper's play game sound for soccer matches? The bar has a full surround sound system, though sound isn't guaranteed for every single match — check ahead for a specific fixture if audio is important to you.
Can groups organize a private watch party for a match? Yes, the private event space with 7 HD TVs and dedicated sound can be arranged for supporter groups or larger gatherings.
Are early morning kickoffs shown, or just afternoon matches? Early kickoffs, including 7:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. Eastern starts, are part of the regular weekend lineup.



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