Ferenc Puskas

Ferenc Puskás is considered one of the greatest footballers of all time. His incredible goal-scoring record, technical skills, and influence on the field made him a football legend. Puskás's contributions to Real Madrid's dominance in the late 1950s and early 1960s, as well as his role in Hungary's golden era, have cemented his status as a football icon. The FIFA Puskás Award, established in 2009, honors the best goal scored in a calendar year and is named in his memory, highlighting his enduring legacy in the sport.

• Club Career:

  • Budapest Honvéd: Puskás began his professional career at Budapest Honvéd, where he scored 352 goals in 341 appearances and won five Hungarian league titles.
  • Real Madrid: His most notable period came with Real Madrid, where he played from 1958 to 1966. During his time at the club, he won numerous titles, including:
    • 5 La Liga titles
    • 2 Spanish Cups
    • 3 European Cups (now UEFA Champions League)
    • 1 Intercontinental Cup

• International Career:

  • Hungary: Puskás was a key figure in the Hungarian national team, known as the "Mighty Magyars," leading them to the 1952 Olympic gold medal and the 1954 FIFA World Cup final. He scored 84 goals in 85 appearances for Hungary.
  • Spain: Later in his career, he represented Spain, playing in four matches but not scoring any goals.