There will be millions of people in the UAE crowding around screens on December 2 as league leaders Real Madrid look horns with Barcelona in the first El Clasico of the new season.

With numerous places to witness the drama unfold, Sport360 has selected our pick of where to watch El Clasico in Abu Dhabi.

THE SPORTSMAN’S ARMS

Where: Zayed Sports City
Promotions: Happy hour deals daily between 4pm-7pm or a pizza and a beverage for AED 99
Contact details: 024034235
Social media: Facebook

Located in the International Tennis Stadium of Zayed Sports City, the Sportsman’s Arms is another great venue to watch the drama unfold. The American/Irish concept restaurant is the perfect place to enjoy food after taking in the thrilling action from El Clasico.

COOPER’S BAR 

Where: Park Rotana
Promotions: Happy hour deals are daily from 12pm-12am offering 50% off selected beverages.
Contact details: 026573333
Social media: Facebook

One of the capital’s top sports bars, Cooper’s offers superb service and a great choice of food and drink. With four plasma screens, you’ll have a great view of all the live action from El Clasico. ‘Cooper’s Nachos’ and ‘Fried Calamari’ are among the best dishes on offer.

STARS ‘N’ BARS

Where: Yas Marina Circuit
Promotions: Happy hour deals are daily from 5pm-8pm
Contact details: 025650101
Social media: Facebook

Stars n Bars is an energetic but cozy pub that has a homely feel about it. There is an array of screens and a food menu that will delight all customers that step foot in Yas Marina Circuit.

Their happy hour begins at 5pm so head down early to make the most of the deals and secure the best seats in the house. The Sizzling Fajitas are a must so be sure to try them out.

NRG SPORTS CAFE

Where: Le Meridien
Promotions: Deals on buckets of beverages.
Contact details: 02 644 6666
Social media: Facebook

Located in the heart of Abu Dhabi, NRG Sports Café is one of the leading sports bars in the capital. With a spacious surrounding and wide screen plasma televisions you won’t miss any of the action from Camp Nou.

3rd AVENUE

Where: Sheraton Khalidiya Hotel
Promotions: Happy hour deals are available daily from midday-close
Contact details: 026666220
Social media: Facebook

Located in Al Khalidiya, supporters from Real Madrid and Barcelona are expected to follow the action at this venue in the hope that their beloved team can claim the El Clasico bragging rights. There is an impressive choice of drinks available during the happy hour, while on the food front, the ‘Beef Nachos’ and the ‘Cheese Garlic Bread’ are up there with the best around.

MCGETTIGAN’S

Where: Beside Al Raha Beach Hotel
Contact details: 043780800
Social media: Facebook

McGettigans has three bars in the UAE: two in Dubai and one in Abu Dhabi. The bar in the capital boasts a great atmosphere with reasonably priced food on offer. The chicken wings are a winner and never fail to disappoint.