Pizza, Football and Human Rights: VITO Europaallee Launches the First-Ever Pizza Peace Prize

Football has the power to bring people together – and to spark important conversations. This summer, VITO Europaallee is doing exactly that with a unique initiative taking place during the FIFA World Cup.

Together with Amnesty International and the Sports & Rights Alliance, VITO is awarding the very first Pizza Peace Prize. The award aims to raise awareness of the human rights risks associated with the FIFA Men’s World Cup in the USA, Mexico and Canada, and to highlight the risk of major sporting events being used as a platform for authoritarian interests.

The prize will be presented during a public panel discussion:

📅 Tuesday, 24 June 2026
🕢 7:30 pm
📍 VITO Europaallee, Zurich

Participants have the chance to win the unique Pizza Peace Prize trophy, a VITO gift voucher worth CHF 200 and an exclusive VITO football jersey.

Watch Switzerland’s Matches Live

In addition to the discussion, VITO Europaallee will be showing all of Switzerland’s group-stage matches live, creating the perfect setting to enjoy great football and great pizza together.

⚽ 13 June, 9:00 pm: Qatar vs Switzerland
⚽ 18 June, 9:00 pm: Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina
⚽ 24 June, 9:00 pm: Switzerland vs Canada

Whether you’re a football fan, a pizza lover or simply interested in current social issues, VITO Europaallee offers a welcoming space to connect, discuss and celebrate the game.

VITO at Europaallee

Located right next to Zurich’s main station, VITO Europaallee has become a popular destination for authentic Italian-style pizza. Known for its high-quality pizza al taglio, served by the slice or as a whole pizza for sharing, VITO offers a range of classic, vegetarian and vegan options. More than just a pizzeria, VITO is a place where food, community and culture come together.