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International ground-breaker, Barça king

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 11:16:00 GMT

FIFA.com recalls the brilliant and bizarre career of Ladislao Kubala, the only man to ever represent three countries who was named the greatest player in the history of Barcelona.

Genius Grosics finds late fulfilment

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 10:28:00 GMT

On the day of his 86th birthday, FIFA.com looks back on the career of trailblazing Hungary goalkeeper Gyula Grosics, who achieved his dream of appearing for Ferencvaros 46 years after his retirement.

Hungary’s Green Eagles

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:55:00 GMT

FIFA.com takes a look at Ferencvaros who are not only Hungary's most successful club, but also a key contributor to the nation's famous Magical Magyars of the 1950s.

Gone but never forgotten

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 03:43:00 GMT

Once again the football family lost some great figures during the past 12 months. FIFA.com pays tribute to those who passed away in 2011, including Florian Albert, Socrates and Gary Speed.

Gera ruled out for season

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 17:54:00 GMT

West Browich Albion midfielder Zoltan Gera suffered a knee injury in the club's Premier League match against Tottenham Hotspur and has been ruled out for the rest of the season.

Gera facing spell on sidelines

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 12:40:00 GMT

Roy Hodgson has confirmed that midfielder Zoltan Gera will be unavailable for West Bromwich Albion for an extended period of time after suffering a knee injury at the weekend.

Goalkeepers who belied their size

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 07:18:00 GMT

Featuring the likes of Ubaldo Fillol and Jorge Campos, FIFA.com takes a look at the many goalkeepers who have disproved the theory that size matters.

Mixed fortunes for EURO hosts

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 22:58:00 GMT

Ukraine’s high-scoring draw with Germany proved the pick of Friday’s friendlies across Europe, while fellow UEFA EURO 2012 hosts Poland lost at home to Italy.

Hungary's elegant Emperor

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 11:07:00 GMT

FIFA.com reflects on the career of Florian Albert, who awoke Hungary from their post-Magical Magyars depression with his glittering, graceful football and inspired Ferencvaros to unforgettable highs.

The eternal elegance of Florian Albert

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 16:17:00 GMT

FIFA.com pays tribute to Florian Albert and his extraordinary career after the legendary Hungarian, known for both his elegance and prolific goalscoring throughout the 1960's, passed away on Sunday.

Former Hungary star Albert dies

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 10:47:00 GMT

Former Ferencvaros and Hungary star Florian Albert, who was named European Footballer of the Year in 1967, has passed away in hospital aged 70.

Six out of seven for hosts Brazil

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 15:06:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews the recent Grand Prix de Futsal, which Brazil won after seeing off a stern challenge from Russia in the final to lift their sixth trophy in seven attempts.

Hungary, Finland end with drab draw

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 21:20:00 GMT

Hungary and Finland brought their unsuccessful UEFA EURO 2012 campaigns to an end with a drab 0-0 draw, with Finland edging the game on chances, but Gabor Kiraly ensured it remained goalless.

Greece, Belgium push for qualification

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 23:36:00 GMT

Greece moved into pole position in UEFA EURO 2012 qualification Group F after beating fellow contenders Croatia 2-0, while Belgium beat Kazakhstan 4-1 to move into second in Group A at Turkey's expense.

Hungary's historic rise

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 08:03:00 GMT

Hungary climbed 18 places in the latest edition of the FIFA/Coca-Cola World Rankings, moving into the top 30 for the first time in their history, as FIFA.com reports.

Denied glory but always remembered

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 15:32:00 GMT

The saying “nobody remembers who came second” is clearly not true in football, with the likes of Hungary’s 1954 side and the Netherlands’ 1974 masters remembered as legends even in defeat.

Spain regain top amid significant movement

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 09:00:00 GMT

After just a one-month hiatus, Spain replaced the Netherlands at the top of the global ladder, while Uruguay and Portugal leapt into fourth and fifth respectively amid significant change.

Germany book place, giants edge closer

Sat, 03 Sep 2011 00:47:00 GMT

Germany made sure of their place at UEFA EURO 2012 in emphatic style on Friday, while Italy, the Netherlands, France and England all moved a step closer to joining them.

Hungary snatch late win over Sweden

Fri, 02 Sep 2011 21:48:00 GMT

Hungary snatched a 2-1 victory over Sweden through a 90th-minute Gergely Rudolf strike, drawing level with their opponents in UEFA EURO 2012 qualifying Group E.

The Hungarian head king

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 12:12:00 GMT

FIFA.com pays tribute to Sandor Kocsis, the man who dazzled for Ferencvaros, Honved and Barcelona, and scored 75 goals in 68 internationals and over 400 career headers.

Fulham, Thun secure play-off progression

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 22:47:00 GMT

Stoke City, Fulham, Hearts, and Thun have all progressed into the UEFA Europa League play-offs, winning their third qualifying round ties on aggregate.

Gera returns to West Brom

Tue, 02 Aug 2011 11:13:00 GMT

Hungary international Zoltan Gera has returned to former club West Bromwich Albion on a two-year deal, after his contract with fellow Premier League side Fulham expired this summer.

Rocky road for the Netherlands

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:08:00 GMT

Favourites in a group featuring “four genuine football nations” according to coach Bert van Marwijk, the Netherlands cannot expect to have everything their own way.

Exiled nations eye World Cup return

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 08:48:00 GMT

From Egypt through Colombia to Hungary, FIFA.com looks at some of the nations aiming to end extended absences from the FIFA World Cup by qualifying for Brazil 2014.

Blatter offers condolences for Bicskei

Tue, 19 Jul 2011 19:52:00 GMT

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter has sent a letter of condolence to the Liberian FA upon hearing the news of the death of former Hungary goalkeeper and Liberia national team coach Bertalan Bicskei.

Atletico dealt Norwegian Europa trip

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 17:11:00 GMT

Atletico Madrid will face Norwegian side Stromsgodset, who last appeared in the UEFA Cup 13 years ago, while Stoke City have been been paired against Hadjuk Split in the UEFA Europa League.

Benfica to face Trabz after UEFA draw

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 15:33:00 GMT

The draw for the UEFA Champions League has taken place, with a number of exciting ties being thrown up, including Benfica taking on Trabzonspor and Rubin Kazan facing national neighbours Dynamo Kiev.

Dzsudzsak completes Anzhi move

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 13:14:00 GMT

PSV Eindhoven have announced that Hungary winger Balazs Dzsudzsak has agreed a transfer to Russian Premier Liga side Anzhi Makhachkala on a four-year contract.

Hungary three sink San Marino

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 21:57:00 GMT

Hungary defeated San Marino 3-0 with goals from Zoltan Liptak, Imre Szabics and Vladimir Koman, keeping the pressure on Sweden who are just three points ahead in UEFA EURO 2012 qualifying Group E.

One last mission for EURO hopefuls

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 11:05:00 GMT

FIFA.com takes a look at what is at stake ahead of the final six UEFA EURO 2012 qualifiers of the season on Tuesday, with the likes of Germany and Sweden topping the bill.

Kassai to officiate Wembley final

Thu, 26 May 2011 10:49:00 GMT

Viktor Kassai has been announced as the referee for Saturday's UEFA Champions League final this coming Saturday between Manchester United and Barcelona.

Who’ve been the stars of 2010/11?

Wed, 18 May 2011 10:09:00 GMT

FIFA.com wants to know which players have impressed you the most during the 2010/11 season across Europe.

Eastern delight for old giants and new kings

Fri, 13 May 2011 07:32:00 GMT

From Dinamo Zagreb to Videoton, FIFA.com casts an eye over the teams who have either won or are leading the various title races across eastern Europe and the Balkans.

Babos to leave NEC

Wed, 04 May 2011 15:09:00 GMT

After losing his first-team place to Jasper Cilessen, whom he has praised, veteran goalkeeper Gabor Babos has announced he will quit NEC at the end of 2010/11.

Dzsudzsak: I've changed for the better

Fri, 22 Apr 2011 08:13:00 GMT

As PSV Eindhoven push for the Eredivisie title, FIFA.com spoke to the club's top scorer Balazs Dzsudzsak about his recent development and Hungary's campaign to qualify for UEFA EURO 2012.

Orban: We need to work more closely with FIFA

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 13:12:00 GMT

Viktor Orban, Prime Minister of Hungary, the country currently holding the presidency of the Council of the European Union, paid a visit at the Home of FIFA on 5 April, where he met FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter. He was kind enough to give an exclusive interview to FIFA.com.

FIFA President meets Hungary’s Prime Minister

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 16:25:00 GMT

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter and FIFA Secretary General Jerome Valcke led a FIFA delegation which received Viktor Orban, the Prime Minister of Hungary on 5 April 2011 at the Home of FIFA in Zurich.

Dutch late show kills off brave Hungary

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 21:55:00 GMT

The Netherlands moved to the brink of UEFA EURO 2012 qualification tonight, but were pushed all the way by Hungary in a thrilling Group E encounter at the Amsterdam ArenA.

De Jong: We won't underestimate Hungary

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 19:24:00 GMT

Netherlands midfielder Nigel de Jong remains wary of Hungary's threat ahead of their UEFA EURO 2012 qualifier tomorrow night, despite the Oranje's impressive record against them recently.

Netherlands ease past Hungary

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 21:43:00 GMT

Rafael van der Vaart, Ibrahim Afellay, Dirk Kuyt and Robin van Persie all scored as the Oranje eased past Hungary 4-0 to move six points clear at the top of their UEFA EURO 2012 qualifying Group E.

Leading duos duel in Europe

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 07:54:00 GMT

Italy, the Netherlands and Spain are all set to face their closest challengers in this week's fifth round of UEFA EURO 2012 qualifiers, while Nordic rivals Norway and Denmark meet in Oslo.

Robben out of Hungary clashes

Sun, 20 Mar 2011 18:37:00 GMT

The Netherlands will have to negotiate their tricky back-to-back UEFA EURO 2012 qualifiers against Hungary without star winger Arjen Robben, after he suffered a groin strain yesterday for Bayern Munich.

Robben named in Netherlands squad

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 15:41:00 GMT

Arjen Robben has been named in Bert van Marwijk's Netherlands squad for the first time since the 2010 FIFA World Cup for the upcoming UEFA EURO 2012 qualifiers against Hungary.

Elek out to revive Videoton glories

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 08:32:00 GMT

FIFA.com caught up with Videoton midfielder Akos Elek, whose side look odds on to claim the first Hungarian top flight title of their history.

PSV stay clear of Twente

Sat, 05 Mar 2011 23:39:00 GMT

Excelsior suffered a cruel defeat by PSV Eindoven, who came away with a 3-2 win after a injury-time penalty, while FC Twente maintained their title challenge with a 2-0 win over NAC Breda.

Stuttgart closer to safety, Bayern regroup

Sun, 27 Feb 2011 17:45:00 GMT

After only 15 minutes of play VfB Stuttgart lost Matthiew Delpierre to a straight red card but fought to avoid the relegation zone as their ten-man side defeated Frankfurt 2-0.

Spain remain peerless

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 09:04:00 GMT

There are no major changes in the first edition of the FIFA/Coca-Cola World Ranking of 2011 with Spain continuing to lead the way ahead of the Netherlands and Germany.

Forever in our thoughts and hearts

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 07:41:00 GMT

With 2010 drawing quickly to a close, FIFA.com takes a sombre moment to honour those members of the football family who passed in this historic year.

Holders drop out in Europe

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 22:29:00 GMT

Atletico Madrid failed in their last-ditch attempt to qualify for the UEFA Europa League knock-out stages, while Anderlecht succeeded in scraping through thanks to results going their way elsewhere.

Happy birthday to you!

Sun, 21 Nov 2010 09:15:00 GMT

In our regular Sunday feature, FIFA.com presents some of the biggest names from Planet Football who will be celebrating their birthdays over the coming week.