Premier League stars descend on Toca Social

Premier League stars descend on Toca Social as the UK’s first football-themed entertainment venue opens its doors to fans at London’s O2, with West Ham’s Michail Antonio and Chelsea’s Trevoh Chalobah among the first to sample immersive pitch experience

  • Toca Social has opened at the O2 in London – a football-themed night out first  
  • Venue is packed with 17 immersive pitches allowing revellers to test their skills
  • West Ham’s Michail Antonio and Chelsea’s Trevoh Chalobah are already fans 

Toca Social has become the first interactive football-based attraction in the UK, and it has already grabbed the attention of some of the sport’s top stars. 

The brainchild of former USA international and Fulham and Leeds winger Eddie Lewis, the venue, which opened at the O2 in London last week, combines football skills with Michelin-star inspired cuisine and night out vibes courtesy of three unique bars dotted around the site. 

Having swung open it’s doors last Thursday, the Premier League’s biggest and best have already taken to sampling what is on offer.

Toca Social has been attracting some of the Premier League’s top stars since opening its doors

Michail Antonio attended the official launch, just days before netting for West Ham against Newcastle at St James’ Park on the opening weekend of the season.

And Chelsea starlet Trevoh Chalobah, fresh from his first strike for Chelsea against Crystal Palace also found time to put his skills to the test in one of Toca’s interactive booths. 

The engrossing footballing section involves an array of interactive games, with screens picking up player’s accuracy as they aim to come out top. The arena boasts 17 immersive pitches across it’s two floors. 


Michail Antonio was among the first Premier League stars to test out the new venue at the O2

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Games will test accuracy, speed and agility – all while attendees sip on some of the more creative cocktails across London, including the ‘Wred Card’ and the ‘Mezzi, Lionel’. 

On top of the main attractions, there is also a DIY soft-serve ice cream bar, as well as table football and other games around the place to continue the entertainment. 

Wilfried Zaha has also been among the top-flight stars to try out the spot, while former England internationals Anita Asante and Lianne Sanderson were also present to see the venue officially open. 


Former England internationals Anita Asante and Lianne Sanderson visited the attraction

Alex Harman, TOCA Social CEO, said: ‘We’re excited to launch the UK’s first TOCA Social venue at The O2 in London at a time when friends and family are looking for unique experiences to reunite and have fun together again.

‘TOCA Social fuses the worlds of football, food, drinks and live music to create a memorable experience that truly appeals to everyone – not just football fans.’

Booths are available to book from just £35 an hour off peak for up to 12 people, while on peak costs start at just £65.  




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