Nat. Football Museum

England's National Football Museum, based in Manchester.

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We are Closed ❌
A reminder the Museum is closed tomorrow June 4th.

Don't worry...We'll be open and ready for Kick-Off at 10am on Friday June 5th ⚽

Plan your visit now | Link in our bio 🔗

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From Grassroots to Greatness ⚽

With iconic new objects loaned by England Captain Harry Kane set to go on display.

Plus discover Origins associated with England Football exploring England’s heroes from grassroots to the world stage.

Book your visit now | Link in our bio🔗

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Today we remember the 22 lives lost in the Manchester Arena Attack in 2017.

Our thoughts remain with the families and all impacted by the events of that day.

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📕 GET YOUR COPY NOW! LINK IN OUR BIO

Our Book, shortlisted for Illustrated Book of the Year at tonight's Sports Book Awards is ON SALE NOW on Amazon!

Learn the wonderful history of the beautiful game in 100 Objects. ⚽

From the perfect book for Football Lovers & Fans! 🥅

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This is Our Origins...

This summer, England Football and the National Football Museum are celebrating where every football journey truly begins. 🥅

Opening Soon In Our Pitch Gallery...

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TUNE IN TONIGHT 📺

Today on BBC4 at 10pm the incredible story of the Manchester Corinthians will be told!

Established in 1948, Manchester Corinthians became the first women's team to tour extensively.

Hear their story tonight or catch up on BBC Iplayer...

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Celebrating Hall of Famer Nobby Stiles 🙌

On the birthday of the World Cup Winning “Toothless Tiger” we remember his incredible contributions to football!

His ability on the ball, adoration from crowds and love for life will never be forgotten.

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We are delighted to have been awarded the 2026 Visitor Welcome Award by the Museum + Heritage Awards 🏆

Honoured for our Visitor First approach and offering a world class welcome for every visitor, every day!

Visit us and see for yourself! ⚽

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We are delighted to have been nominated for the ‘Visitor Welcome Award’ at tonight's Museum + Heritage Awards.🏆

At the heart of everything we do is the simple belief that football matters to everyone.

Wishing all the best to our team and fellow nominees this evening!

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📕 GET YOUR COPY NOW!

Our Book, shortlisted for this year's Sports Book Awards is ON SALE NOW on Amazon!

Get your hands on the perfect book for Football Lovers & Fans and learn the wonderful history of the beautiful game in 100 Objects. ⚽

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🏆 We are delighted to announce that Ellen White will be inducted into our Hall of Fame.

Her induction recognises an outstanding career at the very highest level of the game

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿113 England caps
⚽️Lionesses all-time top goal scorer
🦁EURO 2022 winner
🏅 2xWSL winner

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" A Kick Like A Mule" ⚽

Celebrating Lily Parr, over 120 years since her birth!

Born in 1905, Parr went on to play football for nearly 30 years and is now honoured as a pioneer for the women's game.

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We're delighted that the Story of Football in 100 Objects has been shortlisted for the 2026 Charles Tyrwhitt Sports Book Awards and nominated for Illustrated Book Of The Year! ⚽

Thank you @sportsbookaward for the nomination!

#CTSBA25 #ReadingForSport

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MANCHESTER: YOUR REGULAR REMINDER 📢

Thanks to our funding from Manchester City Council, City of Manchester residents can visit us for free.

Four floors of football history, right in the heart of it all. Book your visit in advance: https://t.co/MJ1jcey7wo

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England silverware on display? ✨

This trophy was lifted by our Over-60s Walking Football team last year.

The Over-50s and Over-60s both defended their titles, while there were also triumphs for the Over-70s, the Women's Over-40s and Over-60s.

English football: back on top.

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Ground-breaking football boots (figuratively and literally).

Boots from IDA, specifically designed for women. Narrower heels, wider toes, modified positioning, unique insoles and different studs.

On display as part of Head, Shoulders, Knees & Goals: https://t.co/O6emSZsjux

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You'll Never Walk Alone 🔴

This afternoon marks the 37th anniversary of the Hillsborough disaster.
We ask all today to reflect and remember those who lost their lives and stand in solidarity with all families affected.

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Remember when shinpads actually protected your shins? 😅

Before they became glorified tictacs smuggled in your socks, shinnies were actually designed to prevent injuries, like this 'armadillo' design from Umbro.

Which do you prefer to wear?

https://t.co/O6emSZsjux

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Meet our time-travelling physiotherapist!

Venture up to our new exhibition and join him on a journey through different eras of sports science.

His time machine will be stopping by the Score Gallery on Tue 14, Wed 15, Thu 16 and Fri 17 April: https://t.co/glt1yWKIKp

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Second half now underway. ⚽

A vast array of shirts, urban street challenges and trading card-style portraits, here all day on our Pitch Gallery:

https://t.co/KafeMHAyuy