Collections Stories

Looking to learn more of the stories behind the objects?

Delve into the fascinating history of our extensive collection. Below you will find blogs, articles, Q&As and features on our favourite objects, unlocking the stories within each item and exploring what makes football the game of our lives.

Equity in Football

7 September 2023

The National Football Museum believes that it is the right of all women to enjoy football openly, fearlessly and with equity.

Lionesses: 1985 Mundialito Cup winners

20 July 2023

This week’s blog looks at a very special event that is less well known than it should be – England’s victory in the 1985 Mundialito Cup.

Lionesses in Japan: the 1981 Mundialito

17 July 2023

With the Lionesses looking to win the FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia & New Zealand, Dr Alex Jackson looks at a major event in the team’s history – the 1981 Mundialito Cup in Japan.

FA Cup Special: Manchester United

2 June 2023

Ahead of the first ever all-Manchester FA Cup Final, we look at moments from Manchester United's history in the competition via objects you can see on our galleries.

FA Cup Special: Manchester City

2 June 2023

Ahead of the first ever all-Manchester FA Cup Final, we look at moments from Manchester City's history in the competition via objects you can see on our galleries.

Objects of the Week: Coventry City

25 May 2023

Ahead of the Championship play-off final between Luton Town and Coventry City, we take a look at some of the Sky Blues-related objects at the National Football Museum and within our Football Heritage Collection.

Objects of the Week: Luton Town

25 May 2023

Ahead of the Championship play-off final between Luton Town and Coventry City, we take a look at some of the Hatters-related objects at the National Football Museum and within our Football Heritage Collection.