Sean O'Callaghan's

The official pre-match bar of the Northern Guard Supporters, Detroit City FC's legendary independent supporter group. Under new ownership since 2022, this bi-level venue on Joseph Campau is where the March to the Match assembles before every DCFC home game. Supporters gather for drinks and camaraderie before drumming, chanting, and parading through Hamtramck's streets to Keyworth Stadium. Also a beloved live music venue with a top-tier sound system.

Hamtramck, Michigan

The official pre-match bar of Detroit City FC, where the legendary March to the Match begins. Supporters gather at this converted 1919 axle factory to play fowling -- hurling a football at bowling pins -- before drumming, chanting, and singing their way through the streets of Hamtramck to Keyworth Stadium. Features 30 fowling lanes, a 200-seat beer garden, and a massive bar. Open since 2014, this is where DCFC culture comes alive on match day.

Hamtramck, Michigan

Oakland County's oldest brewpub since 1995, and the shared home of two Premier League supporter clubs: the Motor City Blues (official Chelsea FC in America chapter) and the Metro Detroit Blues (official Manchester City supporters branch). Listed on the Premier League's official USA Bar Finder. The brewery's comfortable atmosphere and central location where I-75 and I-696 meet make it the natural gathering point for EPL fans across the northern suburbs.

Royal Oak, Michigan

The undisputed soccer bar of Detroit. Home to LFC Detroit, the official Liverpool supporters club that has swelled from 80 members to over 500 since 2013. Owner Erik Olson keeps the bar open for every Liverpool match regardless of kickoff time. Features authentic Anfield memorabilia including a wood-carved You'll Never Walk Alone motto and metal replica of the Shankly Gates. Located in the historic Eastern Market district, the bar broadcasts all Premier League matches plus F1.

Detroit, Michigan