This summer’s World Cup is full of opportunities to bring people together over a shared love of football – whether in the stadium across the seas, or watching on the big screen in the UK. However, one of the greatest prizes of all – love – could also be on the cards for many single Londoners this summer.
New research from real life dating app happn has revealed that over half of Londoners (58%) believe a shared love of sport is important when looking for a partner. But a third (35%) of people in London would rather watch football than go on a date.
So to help daters enjoy the game without sacrificing their love life, happn has partnered with popular London pub, Prince of Peckham, to give away free pints during half time of the first England match on Wednesday 17th June, for those that are on a date through happn.
To unlock the offer, single Londoners just need to show their happn app to a member of staff during half time, to redeem their date drink.
Other treats are in store for those on the night, including the chance to capture memories at the happn popup photobooth, and free matching jerseys with their dating teammate.
But don’t fret, there will be plenty of oppportunities for singles to find love during the World Cup this summer. Using the app location data of where people cross paths most, happn has also identified the top pubs and sports bars in London where singles are most likely to enjoy a pint, watch the match and spark a connection while watching the games.
For Londoners hoping to score a date this summer while watching the abroad football from a pub, The Porterhouse in Covent Garden takes the crown. Pub in the Park in Hackney is the second best pub for finding a keeper, and Notting Hill’s The Champion nets the final spot in the top three. And finally rounding out the top five are Boxpark Wembley and Boxpark Croydon.
Top 10 London Pubs For Scoring A Date during the World Cup
The Porterhouse
Pub on The Park
The Champion, Notting Hill
Boxpark Wembley
Boxpark Croydon
Tollington Arms
Prince of Peckham
The Drayton Arms
The World’s End
Toca Social
Claire Rénier, dating expert at happn, said: “With the World Cup on the horizon, we wanted to give singles an extra incentive to turn match-day energy into real-life connections. Our half-time exclusive offer at the Prince of Peckham is the perfect icebreaker, offering daters a great deal to enjoy together while watching the action unfold. For fans looking to meet someone who shares their passion for the game, our insights point directly to the best pubs in London to kickstart a summer romance.”