western
London Calling
By Fort Worth Weekly
· June 19, 2026
· 5 min read
Team England fans got a taste of home before their game yesterday against Croatia. The Londoner, a Dallas pub with locations throughout the Metroplex, held a soft opening at its new Arlington location just in time for the game. The wholesome hooligans were out in force. The venue markets itself as a
Key takeaway “Our owner, he’s from England, so he knows exactly what it takes to be an English pub, from the tables to the decor to the beers,” said Manager Oscar Chapa.
Why this matters in The Fort Worth
The Londoner's new Arlington location is a welcome addition to the Metroplex's entertainment scene, particularly for soccer fans. With its authentic British pub experience, it's likely to become a popular spot for fans of the sport, especially those from England. The fact that an estimated 15,000 English nationals descended upon North Texas for the FIFA World Cup highlights the region's growing reputation as a hub for international sports events. As the city of Fort Worth and its neighbors continue to attract large crowds for such events, local businesses and law enforcement will need to be prepared to handle the influx of visitors. The Londoner's experience, both in Arlington and at its original Dallas location, serves as a test case for how to manage large, enthusiastic crowds, and its success will be closely watched by other local establishments looking to capitalize on the region's growing sports tourism industry.
About this story
Original reporting by Fort Worth Weekly . The Fort Worth surfaces reporting from trusted publishers and adds local editorial context so readers can quickly understand what a story means for their community. We attribute every source, link to the original report, and follow a documented editorial standards policy. To understand how stories are selected and reviewed, read our about page .
For the complete original report, visit Fort Worth Weekly . Have a tip or correction? Contact our newsroom .
Category: western ·
Published: June 19, 2026 ·
Source: Fort Worth Weekly ·
Reading time: 5 min
Get more The Fort Worth stories like this
Free weekly briefing covering western and other local news. Curated by our editorial team. No spam.
By subscribing you agree to our privacy policy . Unsubscribe anytime.
Frequently asked about this story
What is this story about? Team England fans got a taste of home before their game yesterday against Croatia. The Londoner, a Dallas pub with locations throughout the Metroplex, held a soft opening at its new Arlington location just in time for the game. The wholesome hooligans were out in force. The venue markets itself as a
When was this published? This article was first published on June 19, 2026 by Fort Worth Weekly and curated for The Fort Worth readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by Fort Worth Weekly. To learn more about how The Fort Worth selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
Where can I find related coverage? See more western coverage from The Fort Worth, or browse our daily briefing and topic hubs .
← Back to all news
More western →
Today’s briefing
Subscribe to newsletter