Is there anything better than the joy of sitting down to watch a big game while tucking into a tasty takeaway? It doesn’t matter whether you’re watching on your own or with mates – a takeaway makes the perfect accompaniment to all the footy action. With Euro 2020 in full swing, here’s what to order while you cheer on England. Game-day grub doesn’t get better than this!
Indian
You don’t need us to tell you why a Vindaloo curry makes many an England football fan’s takeaway of choice: as Euro 2020 gets underway, this song is no doubt getting a surge in YouTube views. If you can handle the heat, an Indian vindaloo takeaway accompanied by plenty of your favourite lager is the ultimate choice for an evening watching the footy with your mates.
Of course, other curries are available if a vindaloo is just too spicy. A creamy korma or succulent butter chicken are great choices if you prefer something milder, or a delicious chicken bhuna or lamb Rogan Josh for something in between. If you’re sharing, you could order a big Tandoori mixed grill and divide it up between you – and whether you’re on your own or with friends, don’t forget to order plenty of naan, poppadoms and rice to soak up all the leftover curry sauce with.
Pizza
Great for sharing and perfect for not taking your attention away from an important game, pizzas are the ideal takeaway order when you have a bunch of mates around. With so many fantastic toppings to choose from, it’s a great excuse to order several different pizzas so you can all dig in with a few slices of each.
From thin and crispy Italian-style pizzas to decadent deep pan pizzas with cheese-stuffed crusts, you’ll have plenty to choose from if you’re putting pizza on your match night menu. Even better, going for a pizza takeaway makes it easy to accommodate different dietary requirements among your fellow football fans, with plenty of veggie options available and most takeaway pizza restaurants offering gluten-free and dairy-free pizza these days too. Add a side of garlic bread or dough balls onto your order and you’re all set for the game!
Chinese
Chinese is considered by many fans to be the best takeaway to order if you’re watching an 8 pm match and beers have been consumed. There’s just something about chicken chow mein that perfectly complements that winning combination of lager and footy. With plenty of delicious sides to nibble on throughout the game – hello prawn crackers, spring rolls and crispy duck pancakes – Chinese is a great choice whether you’re enjoying it with friends or having a feast for one. With any luck, your local Chinese takeaway might even throw in some fortune cookies. Will they contain a mystic hint to the outcome of the match?
Mexican
You can’t beat a huge plate of nachos for tucking into while you’re watching the game with friends, so a Mexican is a great choice when you’re sharing and want to snack your way through the evening. For the perfect kick-off to the evening’s football viewing, make it a double order of nachos and make sure they’re piled high with spicy salsa, guacamole, sour cream and grated cheese. Follow your fully-loaded nachos with your choice of tacos, quesadillas, fajitas or burritos and you have everything you need for soaking up all that booze!
Chicken
Another takeaway that’s great for grazing your way through a game is fried chicken. We’re talking big buckets of fried chicken nuggets, sticky barbecue wings and spicy chicken strips – perfect for groups of mates to tuck into without distracting your attention away from the screen too much. Add on a hefty side order of chips and have the ketchup and mayo at the ready! Better have some napkins ready too – this is a takeaway choice that’s known for getting a bit ‘Messi’ (see what we did there?).
Kebabs
A staple of British nights out, takeaway kebabs are a great way to bring home the fun of a night on the town if you’re glued to the television. Why not watch the game with classic doner kebab, loaded with all the extras you can lay your hands on: tomato, onions, lettuce and lashings of spicy chilli sauce. If you’re keen to strike a slightly more sophisticated note for your match night special, Greek-style kebabs make a delicious alternative, with roasted meat, vegetables and halloumi offering a healthy take on the kebab theme. Best enjoyed with plenty of tzatziki and a refreshing Greek salad.
Whichever your footy takeaway of choice, ordering food in is the perfect way to stave off hunger without having to pop to the kitchen and miss any of the action. So head over to ChefOnline and place your order for the big game now! C’mon England…
