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Announcements from the museum, such as special opening hours, press releases or other news.

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FIFA Museum unveils new name and logo

Sharing the magic of football with the entire world: “FIFA World Football Museum” becomes “FIFA Museum” with immediate effect to focus on celebrating and safeguarding football heritage and culture globally.

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FIFA Museum Announces “211”: A Collaborative Global Exhibition on Football Heritage and Culture

Announcement concludes Second International FIFA Museum Conference, bringing together representatives from over 60 countries.

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Get a discount by wearing your Swiss national team jersey to the museum

In August, a visit to the FIFA Museum is particularly worthwhile for kids and for owners of a Swiss national team jersey. We also organise a Summer Camp for all children between the ages of 8 and 12.

The new FIFA Museum International Ambassador Diego Forlán
The new FIFA Museum International Ambassador Diego Forlán
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“A new and fascinating role”: Diego Forlán joins FIFA World Football Museum as international ambassador

Diego Forlán has been announced as the FIFA World Football Museum’s official international ambassador. The winner of the adidas Golden Ball as the best player of the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ will help safeguard as well as celebrate football’s rich heritage and culture on the global stage.

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FIFA Museum named Best Experience Location in Switzerland

At the Swiss Location Awards 2021 the FIFA Museum reached the top spot in a ranking of almost 250 experience locations in Switzerland.

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Reduced ticket prices after 4 pm during European Championship

Between Friday 11 June 2021 and Sunday 11 July 2021, all visitors after 4 pm will benefit from a 50% discount on museum tickets.

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Football amongst friends: Welcome to our summer terrace!

Who will mount Europe's throne? Follow the matches of the continent's best in a relaxed atmosphere, with delicious food and drinks and an exclusive cultural programme. Naturally, the corona measures then in force will be observed at all times.

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Sportsbar 1904 reopens outdoor seating area

We are happy to announce that the Sportsbar 1904 will be able to open its outdoor seating to customers again. Lunch options and take-away are available between 11.30 am and 6 pm. Safety regulations apply.

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FIFA Museum to reopen on 3 March

After the newest decision by the Swiss Federal Council, the FIFA World Football Museum will reopen on 3 March with reduced opening hours and strict hygiene & safety restrictions. The Sportsbar 1904 will stay closed until further notice.

eFootball: the Virtual Pitch at the FIFA World Football Museum
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Analogue and digital: more than 750,000 people engage with FIFA Museum in pandemic-dominated 2020

Despite the COVID-19 crisis and the resulting closure for several months, as well as further reduced opening hours and a significant decline in international visitors to the city, 766,834 people either enjoyed a trip to the FIFA World Football Museum in Zurich or engaged with its digital content in 2020.

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Coronavirus: FIFA World Football Museum temporary closure

Due to the latest development regarding the current spread of Coronavirus (Covid-19), the FIFA Museum and the Sportsbar 1904 will remain temporarily closed.

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COVID-19: Important information for your visit

Due to the current COVID-19 situation, we have taken the necessary steps to make your visit to the FIFA World Football Museum as safe as possible.

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