Flórián Albert was a Hungarian professional footballer who played as a forward for Ferencvárosi TC from 1952 to 1974 and earned 75 caps for Hungary. He is famous for winning the Ballon d'Or in 1967, the highest individual honour in European football, topping the vote with 68 points and finishing 28 points ahead of Bobby Charlton.
What did Flórián Albert win at the 1962 World Cup?
Flórián Albert shared the Golden Boot Award at the 1962 World Cup, having scored four goals in the tournament. Five other players also finished with four goals, so the award was jointly held. He also won the World Cup Best Young Player Award that year.
How did Flórián Albert perform against Brazil at the 1966 World Cup?
Albert produced an outstanding individual display as Hungary beat Brazil 3-1 in a must-win group match at the 1966 World Cup in England. The match has been described as one of the greatest in World Cup history. Albert received a standing ovation from supporters for his performance.
What club did Flórián Albert play for his entire career?
Flórián Albert spent his entire playing career at Ferencvárosi TC in Budapest, from 1952 to 1974. He won four Hungarian League titles (1963, 1964, 1967, and 1968), the Inter-Cities Fairs Cup in 1965, and the Hungarian Cup in 1972 with the club.
When did Flórián Albert win the Ballon d'Or?
Flórián Albert won the Ballon d'Or in December 1967. He topped the voting with 68 points, 28 ahead of Bobby Charlton in second place. It was the same year he won the Hungarian Championship and the Hungarian Player of the Year award.
How did Flórián Albert die?
Flórián Albert died on the 31st of October 2011, at age 70, in a hospital in Budapest. He had undergone coronary artery bypass surgery on the 27th of October 2011 following a vasoconstriction, and suffered a heart attack after the operation. His funeral at the Cemetery of Óbuda on the 6th of November 2011 was attended by the Prime Minister and President of Hungary.