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International Break: World Cup Qualifiers & England Friendlies in the NQ
The Premier League takes a breather, but the stakes are actually higher this week. While England uses the break for high-profile tests against Uruguay and Japan, the rest of the Home Nations are in "do-or-die" territory for World Cup qualification.
With 16 screens across the venue, we’re showing every crucial minute of the qualifiers and friendlies.
The Deciders: Thursday, March 26th
This is the big one for Northern Ireland, Wales, and the Republic of Ireland. Each team is fighting to clinch a playoff spot or secure second in their group.
Italy vs Northern Ireland (19:45): A massive mountain to climb in Parma. NI need a result to keep their qualification dreams alive.
Wales vs Bosnia-Herzegovina (19:45): A straight shootout for a playoff position.
Czech Republic vs Rep of Ireland (19:45): Critical for the Irish to stay in the mix for the summer.
The England Tests & Play-off Finals
England face serious opposition in Uruguay and Japan as they fine-tune the squad. Meanwhile, Tuesday the 31st could see the final spots for the World Cup officially clinched in the Play-off Finals.
Fri 27th: England vs Uruguay – 19:45
Sat 28th: Scotland vs Japan – 17:00
Tue 31st: England vs Japan – 19:45
Tue 31st: Scotland vs Ivory Coast – 19:30
Tue 31st: World Cup Play-off Finals – 19:45
Looking Ahead to April: The Big Guns Return
Once the international break wraps up, we head straight into the most intense month of the season. From April 4th, the domestic and European calendars collide at The Faraday.
FA Cup Quarter-Finals: Huge ties including Man City vs Liverpool and Chelsea vs Port Vale.
Champions League: The Quarter-Finals kick off on April 7th.
Premier League Title Race: The final run-in begins as Arsenal, City, and Liverpool fight for the top spot.
Between the Games
If the qualifiers get too tense, we’ve got plenty to keep you occupied:
7 English Pool Tables: Book by the hour or get a tournament going with your mates.
Digital Darts & Shuffleboard: Perfect for before or after the games
Happy Hour: Runs until 10pm (Sun–Fri) and 7pm (Sat). Grab £5 Guinness or San Miguel, £6 Spritzes, and 2-for-£15 cocktails.
Bookings: For the England games or the Cup Final on the 22nd, it’s best to get a table locked in. Email info@thefaraday.co.uk to reserve your spot. We are also officially taking World Cup bookings for this summer.