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History and Culture

In good company: Messi's Copa woes

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

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

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.

Museum Life

World Cup royalty visits the museum

Giorgio Gazzaniga, the son of the man who designed and created the FIFA World Cup Trophy, stops by FIFA World Football Museum.

History and Culture

The unlikely origins of the UEFA Champions League

After the 61st UEFA Champions League Final, uncover the story of how Europe's favourite club competition got started.

History and Culture

Tahiti’s year in the sun

“At the beginning, we were surprised at all the people showing their support for our team. When we heard them chant for Tahiti, it gave us goosebumps on the field."

Museum Life

Photo booth winners revealed

See all the winners from our photo booth contest at the Blue Stars/FIFA Youth Cup 2016 tournament.

Museum Life

StreetFootballArt is a success!

Check out our round up and a selection of photos from the free, special event on StreetFootballArt.

History and Culture

Steve Sumner and Oceania's first ever World Cup goal

The underdog story of New Zealand, Steve Sumner and Oceania's first goal at the 1982 FIFA World Cup finals.

Museum Life

Bonhof immortalised on the Wall of Champions

Rainer Bonhof becomes the first FIFA World Cup winner from 1974 to sign the Wall of Champions.

Museum Life

Mönchengladbach stars meet fans at FIFA Museum

See what happened when Borussia Mönchengladbach visited the museum.

Museum Life

Zurich's premier graffiti duo paint live at the museum

We speak to one half of Zurich's leading graffiti artist duo ahead of their first exhibition at the museum.

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