First Touch Guide to soccer bars and soccer on TV
Welcome to America’s original soccer media company. First Touch was launched in 1995 and has faithfully served the soccer community for 31 years and counting!
We bring you the ultimate guide to all things soccer in the USA. Search for live soccer games on TV and find the best soccer bars in your town or state to watch English Premier League, World Cup, MLS, and more, and connect with fellow fans through our directory of soccer supporter clubs. We’ve got you covered!
Along with these great features, First Touch Online contains a wealth of old soccer articles and photographs from decades of First Touch print magazine. Scroll down to dive into exclusive interviews and historical articles about legendary players and teams. And don’t forget to download our free mobile app to enhance your experience following the Beautiful Game in America.
Kick off your journey here!
First Touch - Bringing Football to the US since 1995
This guide provides a complete overview of how to watch all available live soccer matches across various channels and streaming platforms in the US, helping fans avoid the hassle of searching for schedules.
Hundreds of soccer bars and supporters clubs have been established across the country, offering fans places to gather and watch matches. Our guide provides updated information and locations of supporters clubs for popular English Premier League teams like Arsenal, Liverpool, Man Utd, Chelsea, and more.
Nobody knows soccer bars like First Touch does. We’ve worked with many soccer bars in the USA over the past three decades. Browse through our state-by-state guide to the very best soccer bars and soccer supporters clubs throughout the nation.
Find Premier League bars in every State, hosting supporters gatherings for all the EPL teams.
This guide will help you find your perfect soccer bar. And don’t forget to download our free live soccer TV app so you always know when the game is on.
Latest First Touch articles
First Touch magazine has published thousands of excellent articles about football since its launch in 1995. Read the latest articles here and browse through our archives below.
Celtic’s Slow Summer Transfer Window. Rinse. Repeat.
Celtic’s Slow Summer Transfer Window. Rinse. Repeat.  Celtic won the battle Monday night in their opening match of the 2026-27 Scottish Premiership season, defeating Dundee 1-0 at Parkhead. How they’ll...
The New Scottish Season Has Arrived: What’s in store?
Can Hearts mount another challenge to the status quo like last season? Brian Dunleavy runs through the prospects of teams ahead of the new Scottish season.
Legendary players
Read fascinating profiles of all the world’s greatest footballers of the past century. They’re all here, including Johan Cruyff, Pele, George Best, Maradona, and Tom Finney.
A Tribute To Howard Kendall – Everton’s great midfielder
Howard Kendall was part of one of the great midfields in the game, alongside Colin Harvey and Alan Ball.
Tommy Lawrence: Liverpool’s Revolutionary Goalkeeper
Liverpool goalkeeper Tommy Lawrence, known as the flying pig, played in a time when football had a sense of proportion about itself.
First Touch has been inextricably linked with the New York soccer bar scene for over three decades. Here we present our selection of the best New York soccer bars – as recommended by First Touch!
The Dog And Bone Soccer Bar In New York
The Dog And Bone is one of the most popular soccer bars for watching soccer in New York. Enjoy the special matchday atmosphere in a British pub in Midtown.
Introducing The 11th Street Bar, East Village
The 11th Street Bar is the place to watch Liverpool in the East Village. Long-time home base of LFCNY, the official Liverpool supporters club of New York.
First Touch has conducted hundreds of fascinating interviews with star players, managers, and other soccer luminaries over the past three decades. Here’s where you can read the thoughts of some of the most influential figures in the game, including Gareth Barry, Gordon McQueen, and Luton Town legend Mick Harford.
Joe Jordan: Interview with a Scotland legend
Tottenham’s Joe Jordan, a key member of Harry Redknapp’s coaching set up, is well versed in the way of the footballing world.
Mason Holgate Enjoying life in the Premier League
Mason Holgate has found his way at the top level by fighting it out with the Premier League’s elite. Read this fascinating interview with the Everton star.
Football wasn’t always dominated by teams like Man City and Real Madrid. Here is our selection of great football teams of bygone eras. Some of the names may surprise you!
The Magic Of Östersunds Fotbollsklubb
This is the story of how Graham Potter led the tiny Swedish team Östersunds from fourth-tier obscurity to cup glory in the space of a few years.
Remembering The Busby Babes, with Graham Williams
Remembering the Busby Babes. Welsh international Graham Williams shares stories of the United kegends from likely conquerors of Europe to a team with no future.Â
Browse through this treasure trove of classic articles from the First Touch Vaults.
Christian Fuchs Flies Coach To Leicester
Christian Fuchs met Michael Holzer when he was playing for NY Cosmos B team. Read how the local coach ended up on a trip to Leicester City.
Writing the Beautiful Game – Book Review
A new book by Karl Ove Knausgaard and Fredrik Ekelund 'Home and Away - Writing the Beautiful Game' is unlike any other. Book review by Greg McKay
FAQ
How can I contact First Touch Online?
If you are looking to advertise, list your soccer bar or offer any other feedback on firsttouchonline.com, you can contact us using the form below.
How long has First Touch soccer magazine been around?
First Touch was launched as a DIY fanzine in 1995 in New York City. The launch coincided with the birth of Major League Soccer in the States. First Touch eventually developed into a full color tabloid and was distributed around the bars of New York and New Jersey every Thursday from Nov 1995 until March 2020.
What is First Touch Online and what kind of content does it offer?
Launched in 1995, First Touch is New York’s longest-running soccer publication that provides comprehensive guides to live soccer on TV, supporter clubs, and best soccer bars across the USA. Our website currently hosts hundreds of exclusive interviews, historical articles, and much more from three decades of First Touch magazine to enhance your soccer experience.
How can I find out the live soccer TV schedule in the USA?
You can view the complete weekly schedule for live soccer matches across various channels and streaming platforms in the US by visiting the dedicated schedule page.
Does First Touch still produce a print soccer publication?
No. The First Touch printed magazine was published weekly between 1995 and 2020. It was discontinued due to the Covid lockdown and now First Touch operates exclusively online. You can browse hundreds of cover shots from First Touch magazine here.
What are EPL supporters clubs, and how can I find them in the USA?
EPL supporters clubs are groups of fans who gather to watch and support their favorite English Premier League teams, and First Touch provides updated information and locations of these clubs across the country.
Where can I find interviews with famous soccer players and figures?
First Touch has conducted hundreds of interviews with star players, managers, and soccer luminaries, which are available here on our website for fans interested in hearing from influential figures in the sport.
How does First Touch help me locate the best soccer bars in New York?
First Touch, with over three decades of experience, offers a curated guide to the best soccer bars in New York, sharing locations and insights to help fans find the ideal place to watch matches and enjoy the game.
Does First Touch have a mobile app?
Yes. You can download our free mobile app for iphone or android to keep up to date with all the soccer on TV.