Sports Bar Gili Trawangan | Watch Live Sport on Gili T

Watch Live Sport on Gili Trawangan - Tír na nÓg Irish Bar

We're Gili T's original sports bar: a beachfront Irish pub with a proper pub atmosphere, multiple big screens, ice cold beer on tap - and the ability to show (pretty much) any sporting event in the world.

From a Premier League Sunday afternoon to a 6am F1 qualifying session, we open early, we show it all, and we do it better than anyone else on the island.

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If you're looking for somewhere to watch the football, catch the rugby, follow the Formula 1, or keep up with any sport on the planet while you're on the Gili Islands — you've found the right place. Tír na nÓg Irish Bar has been Gili Trawangan's home of live sport since we first opened our doors, and there's a reason travellers from all over the world make us their first port of call on match day.

What Sport Can You Watch at Tír na nÓg?

The short answer: everything. If it's broadcast anywhere in the world, we can show it. Our dedicated sports setup means no event is too big, too niche, or too awkward a time zone to be off the table. Here's what we regularly screen:

Football (Soccer) - The Premier League, Champions League, Europa League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, Ligue 1, World Cup qualifiers, international friendlies, and every major tournament. If there's a significant football match happening anywhere on earth, we're showing it.
Rugby - Six Nations, Rugby World Cup, Premiership Rugby, Super Rugby, Guinness PRO14, and the Autumn Internationals. Rugby fans are always welcome at Tír na nÓg - and we know how to create an atmosphere for it.
AFL & NRL - We know our Australian contingent - and we look after them properly. AFL and NRL are a fixture on our screens throughout their seasons. You won't miss a finals week living it up on Gili T.
Formula 1 & MotoGP - Race weekends are big events at the bar. We open early for European morning sessions, and the bar fills up for every Grand Prix. Whether you're a casual fan or a grid-position analyst, you're among friends here.
UFC & Combat Sports - Fight nights bring the crowds in. We show every major UFC card, boxing world title fights, and major combat sport events. Fight nights at Tír na nÓg have become something of an institution on the island.
NBA, NFL & American Sports - Basketball and American football fans visiting from the US, Canada, and beyond always find a home at our bar. We track the NBA season and the NFL calendar and will always try to accommodate a specific game request.
Cricket - Test matches, The Ashes, ODIs, T20 World Cups - cricket is always on our radar. Whether it's a rain-interrupted Test at Lord's or a T20 thriller, we've got you covered.
Tennis - Wimbledon, the US Open, French Open and Australian Open all feature on our screens. Grand Slam seasons are always busy at the bar.
Golf Majors - The Masters, The Open Championship, US Open and PGA Championship all get airtime. We'll quietly put the golf on for those who ask and deliver cold beers to make the slow sections bearable.

And Everything Else - Olympics, Winter Olympics, World Athletics Championships, cycling's Grand Tours, darts, snooker, and more. If you're looking for a specific event and you're not sure if we're showing it - just ask. The answer is almost always yes.

Why Tír na nÓg is Gili Trawangan's Best Sports Bar

There are a handful of places on Gili T where you can find a screen and a beer. There's only one that does it properly.

Multiple Screens - We've set the bar up specifically for sport. Multiple large screens mean you can always get a good view, regardless of where you sit. No craning your neck from the wrong end of the bar.
Sound On - Always We show sport with the commentary up. This might sound obvious, but it isn't everywhere. At Tír na nÓg you can follow the game, not just watch it in silence between songs.
Craft Beer & Ice Cold Draught - We're the only bar on Gili Trawangan with craft beers on tap, alongside a full selection of classic draught lagers and ales. Watching a match with a cold Guinness, a crisp lager, or something local on tap is the right way to do it.
Early & Late Opening for Big Matches - The Asia time zone means plenty of European sport falls at awkward hours. We open early for big matches - Champions League knockouts, Grand Prix race days, major rugby internationals. Check with us before you go to bed and we'll tell you what time doors open.
Proper Pub Food - No one wants to watch three hours of sport on an empty stomach. Our kitchen serves classic pub grub - fish and chips, smashed burgers, sausages and mash, pies, nachos, wings, and a full menu of sharing plates. It's the food you want on match day.
The Atmosphere - This is the thing that's hardest to manufacture and the thing we're most proud of. When Gili T fills up for a big match - a World Cup knockout, a Champions League final, an AFL Grand Final - the atmosphere at Tír na nÓg is genuinely electric. It's a crowd of travellers from around the world united by sport, cold drinks, and the absurdity of watching elite sport from a beachfront bar on a tiny Indonesian island. There's nothing quite like it.

Watching the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Gili Trawangan

The 2026 FIFA World Cup - hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico - is going to be one of the biggest sporting events in history. A 48-team tournament, expanded to 104 matches, with games running across multiple time zones. For fans on Gili Trawangan, no matter the time zone difference, we'll be open -

Tír na nÓg will be the undisputed home of the 2026 World Cup on the Gili Islands.

We'll be showing every single match of the tournament. Group stage, round of 16, quarter-finals, semi-finals, the final - every kick. The bar will be arranged for maximum screen coverage during the tournament, and we'll be opening early for morning kick-offs and late for evening games.

The World Cup at Tír na nÓg has always been something special. Gili T draws travellers from every football nation on earth, and when the tournament is in full swing, match nights at the bar become genuinely unforgettable - supporters from rival nations watching together, flags going up, rounds being bought, and the kind of communal sporting experience you can't get sitting alone with a laptop at your villa.

We've hosted every World Cup since we opened. The 2026 edition will be our biggest yet. We'll be announcing specific World Cup programming, themed specials, and more as the tournament approaches - follow us on social media or ask the bar for details when you arrive on the island.

If you're planning a trip to the Gilis during the 2026 World Cup: Tír na nÓg is where you want to be.

Practical Information for Sports Fans on Gili T

Where are you? We're located in the heart of Gili Trawangan, a short walk from the main harbour. You can't miss us - ask anyone on the island.
What time do you open for early matches? We open early for major events. For big morning kick-offs - F1 race days, Champions League knockouts, international rugby - we'll open as early as needed. Message us on social media the night before and we'll confirm opening times for any specific event.
Can I request a match? Absolutely. If there's a specific game you want to watch, let us know. If it's being broadcast anywhere in the world, we will do everything we can to show it. Come in and talk to the bar staff, or reach out on social media before you arrive on the island.
Do I need to book for big events? For major events - World Cup matches, Champions League finals, Grand Prix days - we fill up quickly and we'd strongly recommend arriving early to secure a good spot. We don't take reservations for sport screenings, so first in, best seated.
Is the sound always on? Yes, where we can, we screen sport with the commentary on - however, it's not always possible due to other goings on at our popular beachfront bar.

FAQ: Watching Sport on Gili Trawangan

1. Where is the best sports bar on Gili Trawangan?

Tír na nÓg Irish Bar is Gili Trawangan's best and most popular sports bar. With multiple big screens, full commentary audio, craft beers on tap, and the ability to show any sporting event in the world, it's the destination for sports fans on Gili T. We've been the island's home of live sport since we opened, and the atmosphere on big match nights is unmatched anywhere on the Gili Islands.

2. Where can I watch football on Gili T?

Tír na nÓg is the go-to place to watch football - whether that's Premier League, Champions League, La Liga, Serie A, international fixtures, or any other competition. We show all major football leagues and tournaments, and for major matches we open early and pack the screens. It's the best place on the island to watch the beautiful game with fellow fans.

3. Can I watch the Premier League on Gili Trawangan?

Yes. We show every Premier League match we can get on screen. Weekend fixtures, midweek games, the full card - we cover the EPL throughout the season. With the time difference putting most games in the evening or late afternoon Indonesia time, it's actually one of the best leagues to follow while you're on Gili T.

4. Where can I watch the Champions League on Gili T?

Tír na nÓg shows UEFA Champions League football throughout the competition, from the group stages through to the knockout rounds and the final. Big Champions League nights - last 16, quarter-finals, semi-finals, and the final - are some of the biggest events on our sports calendar and the bar fills up fast. Arrive early for knockout nights.

5. Can I watch the F1 on Gili Trawangan?

Absolutely. Formula 1 is one of our most popular sports at Tír na nÓg, and race weekends are a genuine event at the bar. We open early for European morning sessions, and the Grand Prix itself draws a great crowd. Whether you're a die-hard who wants qualifying commentary or a casual fan who just wants to watch the race with a beer in hand, race day at Tír na nÓg is a great experience.

6. Is there somewhere to watch AFL or NRL on Gili T?

Yes - and we know how much Australians care about their football. AFL and NRL are both regularly shown at Tír na nÓg throughout their seasons. Finals series, State of Origin, Grand Finals - we cover it. The Australian community on Gili T knows us well, and we've had some memorable footy nights over the years.

7. Where can I watch rugby on Gili Trawangan?

Tír na nÓg is your best bet for rugby on the island. We show Six Nations, Rugby World Cup, Super Rugby, Premiership Rugby, and major international fixtures. Rugby nights at the bar are always good - an Irish bar showing rugby tends to attract a crowd that knows and loves the game.

8. Can you show a specific match I want to watch?

Yes - just ask. If the match is being broadcast anywhere in the world, we will do our best to get it on screen for you. Come and speak to our bar staff, or contact us on social media before your visit and we'll do everything possible to accommodate your request. We've sourced some fairly obscure sporting events over the years and we're happy to try.

9. What time do you open for early morning sport on Gili T?

We open early for major events that fall in the early morning hours due to time zone differences - this includes F1 race days, early Premier League kick-offs, and major international matches. The best approach is to ask the bar staff or send us a message on social media the evening before and we'll confirm our opening time for that specific event. We'd rather open at 5am for a sold-out crowd than have fans miss a kickoff.

10. Will you be showing the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Gili Trawangan?

Yes - every single match. Tír na nÓg will be showing the complete 2026 FIFA World Cup across all 104 matches, from the group stage all the way through to the final. The World Cup on Gili T is an incredible experience - travellers from every nation gathered in one beachfront bar, all watching together. It's one of the great sporting experiences you can have while travelling.