With the World Cup in full swing (11th June – 19th July), it’s time to start planning your match-day setup. Whether you’re hosting a houseful of fans or settling in for a solo viewing, a bit of preparation goes a long way in ensuring you don’t miss a single minute of the action.
From the ultimate late night snack spread to showing your colours in style, here is your guide to prepping for the tournament with a little help from St Johns, Leeds.
1. Match-Day Outfit Inspiration
You can’t cheer on the team in your pyjamas (well, you can, but where’s the spirit?). This year, it’s all about comfort meets “fan-core.”
- Comfort Essentials: Head to Yours Clothing and BadRhino for the ultimate match-day wardrobe. Whether you’re looking for breezy linen shirts and casual summer dresses in team colours, or high-quality joggers and hoodies that are perfect for games where you can’t sit still, they have sizes for everyone (up to 8XL in menswear!). It’s all about staying cool and comfortable as you enjoy the game.
- The Finishing Touches: Pop into Poundland for face paint, whistles, or themed hats to really get into the spirit of the game. A few small accessories can make a huge difference when you’re part of a crowd!
2. Set the Scene: Decorations & Atmosphere
Turn your living room into a fan zone. A few simple additions can make your home feel like you’re in the stadium.
- Decorations: Visit Card Factory for bunting, flags, and balloons in red, white (or the colours of whichever team you’re backing!), which will instantly transform your space.
- The Tech Setup: Want to hear every roar of the crowd? Check out HMV for high-quality headphones or speakers to ensure your match-day audio is top-tier.
- Tournament Essentials: Poundland is your go to for budget-friendly decorations like paper plates, napkins, and plastic cups for that post-goal celebration.
3. The Late-Night Snack Strategy
Late-night kick-offs require a serious food strategy. The key is to stock up in advance and hit the apps for a half time fuel up.
- The Pre-Match Stock Up: Visit Poundland or Savers to grab multipacks of crisps, nuts, and fizzy drinks.
- Match Day Delivery: If the game is going late into the night and hunger kicks in, don’t forget that many of our food favourites are available on delivery apps! You can get McDonald’s, Burger King, Taco Bell, and Subway delivered straight to your door via Just Eat, Deliveroo, or Uber Eats.
- The Sweet Victory Treat: Celebrating a win? Or just have a sweet tooth, order a “Sharer Box” of warm cookies from Insomnia Cookies; they stay open late and are the perfect way to cap off a night of football.
Get World Cup Ready at St Johns
Don’t leave your prep until the opening whistle! Whether you need to stock up on snacks, find a lucky match-day shirt, or grab some last-minute bunting, St Johns, Leeds has everything you need to make this tournament one to remember.
📍 Visit us in St Johns, Leeds to get your match-day essentials today!