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Dijon FC turns season tickets into NFC-equipped scarves
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Dijon FC turns season tickets into NFC-equipped scarves

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • French football club Dijon has introduced an innovative ticketing system for the 2026/27 season.
  • Season ticket holders will receive an official club scarf embedded with an NFC chip, which will serve as their entry pass.
  • This initiative aims to modernize the fan experience and strengthen the club's identity.

Dijon, a French football club, has unveiled a unique initiative for the upcoming 2026/27 season, transforming season tickets into wearable club merchandise.

Season ticket holders will be issued an official club scarf equipped with an embedded NFC chip. This scarf will function as their access pass to the Stade Gaston-Gérard, offering a seamless entry experience.

The club aims to enhance the fan experience by making entry more modern and convenient. Fans will no longer need to carry separate cards or search for mobile tickets; they can simply tap their scarf at the stadium's readers.

This move also serves to reinforce the club's visual identity and the sense of belonging among supporters. Fans purchasing season tickets online will receive a QR code via email to collect their scarf and link it to their ticket.

The club shared the news via social media, highlighting the "brilliant idea" of using NFC-enabled scarves as season tickets, a move that blends technology with fan engagement.

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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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