The 2010 FIFA World Cup kicks off today, with South Africa vs. Mexico airing at 10pm local time. You can find the full game schedule here, who to watch here and the sports bars in which to do it here. Whinos can load up on World Cup vino.
We’ve also put together for you a comprehensive list of how to celebrate this football fiesta, whether you’re looking for a toothsome buffet or a 300-inch TV screen. We’ll take thanks in the form of a keg.
Jerseys
There are a couple ways to get footy jerseys here in Shanghai. If you want to blow your load on an authentic one, head to a Nike or Puma shop, where you can expect to pay between RMB280 and RMB600. Bargain-hunters can make their way to Taobao City on Nanjing Xi Lu or the fake market inside the Science and Technology Museum metro stop in Pudong. Be sure to haggle, and don’t walk away having paid more than RMB50.
Face Paint
You know what they say: Go hard or go home. If you want to deck your face (and arms and legs) out in your favorite team’s colors, the following party supply stores have got you covered.
Mrs. Williams Party
Party Box
Party Monster
Bars
Stampede Karting
Judy’s
696 Livehouse
T Wine Bar. Cocktail
I Bar
498 Bar
Restaurants
Boxing Cat Brewery
Super Bowl Express
Cristal
Chalet Suisse
Blue Frog
Sasha’s/Zapata’s
The Fat Olive
Other
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PS Sex toy Party at OZNZ.Friday. Well underground. Free Draught beer 9pm to 10pm Friday and Saturday night!. Password: "We'll fill ya hole!" Free entrance. Drinks from 20 yuan! Ball games throughout the world cup over 2 big screens and 4 plasmas!