In the early 1950s, the Hungarian soccer team was unbeatable, winning the Olympic gold and thrashing England in the Match of the Century. But as Jonathan Wilson reveals, this era was in fact the final act of the true golden age of Hungarian soccer. Exploring how the team overcame the upheaval of World War II, Wilson reveals how the team's precision, chemistry, and creativity forever altered how people play the game.
The Names Heard Long Ago
The Names Heard Long Ago
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In the early 1950s, the Hungarian soccer team was unbeatable, winning the Olympic gold and thrashing England in the Match of the Century. But as Jonathan Wilson reveals, this era was in fact the final act of the true golden age of Hungarian soccer. Exploring how the team overcame the upheaval of World War II, Wilson reveals how the team's
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