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History and Culture

Playing in a World Cup before and after a World War

29.07.2016

Only two men have played in the World Cup finals either side of a World War: Erik Nilsson of Sweden and Alfred Bickel of Switzerland.

Museum Life

Sporting Clube de Portugal visit the museum

27.07.2016

See a selection of pictures from Sporting Clube de Portugal president Bruno de Carvalho's visit to the new home of football.

History and Culture

Briana Scurry: "I am so incredibly honoured"

15.07.2016

We've been chatting to the world champion about her memories of winning the World Cup, the development of women’s football, and becoming part of the FIFA Museum...

Museum Life

The Showcase: England 1966

15.07.2016

The 1966 World Cup is widely regarded as one of the most controversial to date, but it had a few surprises too, and our showcase reflects this. See what's on display.

Museum Life

The Showcase: Germany 2006

15.07.2016

To mark 10 years since the 2006 FIFA World Cup, we take you through our showcase on the tournament.

Museum Life

The Showcase: Mexico 1986

15.07.2016

See what's on show in our showcase on the 1986 World Cup, where Maradona was named 'King of Soccer'.

Museum Life

Dinner with German national team chef Holger Stromberg

13.07.2016

The culinary secrets of world champions will be revealed when Germany's chef visits the museum in a tasty one-off event you won't want to miss.

History and Culture

In good company: Messi's Copa woes

27.06.2016

Pelé, Maradona and now Messi; there seems to be a curse afflicting some of the best footballers in the world. And it’s not a new phenomenon...

History and Culture

The man who dared to dream: Carlos Dittborn

24.06.2016

When Chile launched a bid to host the 1962 World Cup, most people thought they were just making up the numbers. Carlos Dittborn had other ideas.

History and Culture

So near yet so far: coming second in style

10.06.2016

With UEFA EURO 16 fast approaching, past winners are always favourites but at the musuem we celebrate more than just the champions. Discover the story of Hungary and the Netherlands at the World Cup.