Best Aberdeen pubs to watch Scotland's Euro 2024 matches and meet football legends

For only the second time in 28 years, Scotland have qualified for a major international tournament.

Steve Clarke's men will grace the Euro 2024 stage where they will be looking to defy all of the odds and become the first Scotland team to reach the knockout stages of a major tournament.

The Scots have been given a tough assignment in Group A alongside hosts Germany, Hungary and Switzerland, but backed by an estimated 100,000 fans of the Tartan Army, they will be confident that they can make a splash on the big stage, writes the Daily Record.

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Supporters unable to make the trip to Germany are sure to congregate in large numbers to watch their team on the big screen, and pubs up and down the country will be packed to the rafters as punters gather to cheer on their heroes.

And as the excitement builds to Friday's tournament opener, take a look at seven of the best boozers that Aberdeen has to offer so you can catch all the action.

The Adams Lounge

The Adams Lounge is always heaving on matchday and is a popular spot for lovers of sport. It may be on the pricey side with the cheapest pint of beer costing you £4.80, but the pub's smart look makes it ideal for any occasion let alone watching a football match.

The Adams Lounge is also linked to the Big Manny's Pizza and Burgers firm, giving fans the perfect chance to tuck into some delicious food while they follow all the action on the big screen.

They also offer a wide range of cocktails, spirits and wine options for those whose first port of call when it comes to alcohol is not a pint of beer.

Resident X

Resident X is one of only three establishments in the city that are running a "fanzone" during the tournament.

Located in the Marischal Square complex on Broad Street, the new Aberdeen spot boasts “the biggest outdoor screen in the city” for fans to follow every kick.

Resident X is also an ideal location for families with kids as well as groups of friends looking to grab a pint while they watch the football.

The pub is yet to confirm its arrangements for the matches against Hungary and Switzerland, but has its dedicated fanzone area in place for the opener with Germany on Friday, June 14.

Tickets are only £5 for this event and your first drink is included in the price of the ticket. On top of that, you will also get a meet and greet with

Also included is a meet and greet with former Scotland stars Andy Dornan, Drew Jarvie and Joe Harper as well as an offering of live music from Local band Pepperpot.

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The Foundry

The Foundry's sheer number of available TV screens makes it an ideal place to watch the football. With 40 TVs and four huge screens, the pub has became even more popular with local punters following a refurbishment last year.

There is even a large TV screen in the doorway to the boozer, allowing those who smoke to keep on top of the action during a break.

The Foundry is a part of the Great Pubs UK chain, and has a full menu available to customers, ranging from small snacks to burgers and desserts.

OGV Taproom

OGV Taproom on Bridge Street is the second pub in the city that have set up a fanzone for Euro 2024. The boozer promises “epic” and “incredible acoustics and ensuring an unrivalled atmosphere”.

The Taproom is opening up it's fanzone for all three of Scotland’s group matches with three different tiers of tickets available, priced between £8 and premium seating options which are £15 for an outside seat and £20 for an inside one.

Customers will also be treated to special guests from Scottish Football past – such as Colin Hendry, Alan McInally and Jim Leighton.

Tickets can be purchased here on the 4thefans website by those 18 or over, but you'll need to quick as slots for all three of the games are being snapped up fast.

Old Schoolhouse

Located in Aberdeen's popular Little Belmont Street area, the Old Schoolhouse is also another popular spot to follow sport.

As it's part of the Greene King pub chain, the Old Schoolhouse offers alcohol at a reasonable price as well as a decent menu to cater for all.

The pub also offers discount on food and drink for students. Tables can be booked here, and because tickets are not required, time is very much of the essence to guarantee your seat.

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Codonas

The city's beach amusement company Codonas has also put together a fanzone for supporters to come and follow their country in action.

Described by the organisers as "the ultimate Euro 2024 celebration" the zone will place fans in front of a massive 200 square-foot screen. Fans will also be treated to a “fully loaded” bar as well as on-site catering, courtesy of Hot Chip.

Codonas is located right on Aberdeen's beachfront, with an array of restaurants, cafes and ice creams cafes a stones throw away for those looking to take a break from the pub scene.

The Holburn Bar

The Holburn Bar is one of several Greene King pubs in the heart of the city, and it's affordable food and drink menu makes it another ideal location for lovers of sport.

In the bar and seating area, the Holburn offers a total of a dozen HD television screens, a 65 inch TV, a big screen projector and two Sky boxes, giving it the ability to show multiple different sports events at once.

The boozer also has a function room upstairs which will more than likely be open during the finals to cope with the demand.