Arnd Zeigler brings football anecdotes to Vienna – an evening full of happiness!

Arnd Zeigler brings football anecdotes to Vienna – an evening full of happiness!

On October 29, 2025, the Viennese theater people will be looking forward to an exciting show, as Arnd Zeigler will bring his third stage program entitled “Always Happiness is Skill” to the stage. Zeigler, a true veteran of football entertainment, has successfully conducted over 250 live shows. His audience can expect not only a colorful mix of anecdotes and curiosities about football, but also one or two personal stories that will make football hearts beat faster. Zeigler became known through the TV show “Zeigler's Wonderful World of Football” on WDR and the podcast “Ball you need is Love” - and soon he will be going to Austria, his only show outside of Germany, like Heute reported.

But how is the program tailored to the Viennese audience? Zeigler himself has some concerns about whether his anecdotes about German football will also reach Austria. Nevertheless, he has clear connections to Austria: SV Werder Bremen, where he works as a stadium announcer, has a long history with Austrian players. Names like Andy Herzog and Heimo Pfeifenberger, but also current players like Marco Friedl and Max Wöber show that there are special connections to the neighbors. Zeigler diligently follows the results from the Austrian Bundesliga and supports the national team, which creates a very special feeling of connection for the audience.

A bit of nostalgia and humor

Arnd Zeigler, born in 1968 and grew up in Kirchweyhe, knows how to make fans laugh. He has made a name for himself with his wealth of experience, which extends from his beginnings as a presenter at Bremen Vier to his time at WDR. For over two decades he captivated viewers with his program “Zeigler's Wonderful World of Football”, which has now reached the proud number of 500 editions. His books and columns - including for the football culture magazine 11FREUNDE - also show his tireless commitment to football. His commitment was recognized with the DFB Fair Play Prize in 2022.

Another highlight of his career was his role as a stadium announcer in various Tatort episodes, such as the crime thriller “Murder in the First League”. The presenter of the German Academy for Football Culture not only brings his deep knowledge of the game to the show, but also a good dose of humor and self-irony.

Encounters with legends

A particularly passionate one among the former Werder players is Marko Arnautovic, whom Zeigler describes as underestimated. His personal memories of Arnautovic, especially the ritual of hugging before home games, give the show a unique touch. He also has a fondness for Austrian football legends Andy Herzog, Toni Polster and Hans Krankl. He would like to meet the latter one day, after all, he shares a love of music.

On October 29th, Vienna will experience a bit of football culture paired with humorous anecdotes. Arnd Zeigler is guaranteed to ensure an entertaining evening that brings together the best stories from the world of football and will make the audience smile and think. It remains to be seen whether his stories will also resonate with the people of Vienna. Nevertheless, the anticipation is already palpable.

The German Academy for Football Culture, of which Zeigler is a valued member, focuses on trends and developments in football. The commitment of this academy shows that football is more than just a game; it is a piece of culture that connects across national borders. And so Zeigler's visit to Vienna will also be part of this extensive football story that we all love.