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Hungarys Laszlo Budai and Sandor Kocsis line-up before facing England at Wembley in 1953
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Hungarys Laszlo Budai and Sandor Kocsis line-up before facing England at Wembley in 1953
Football - 1953 / 1954 season - England 3 Hungary 6
Hungarys Laszlo Budai, left, and Sandor Kocsis, centre, line up before kick-off at Wembley.
The British press referred to it as the " Match of the Century" - the originators of the game, against the finest team in the world at that time, the Magical Magyars. However Englands were defeated at home for the first time to a side from outside of the British Isles, and were shown to be technically and tactically inferior to the Hungarian side. The result led to a review of the antiquated training and tactics used by the England team, and the subsequent adoption of continental practices at an international and club level in the English game.
25/11/1953
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In this iconic photo print, Hungary's Laszlo Budai and Sandor Kocsis stand side by side, ready to face England at Wembley in 1953. The anticipation is palpable as the two teams prepare for what would later be dubbed the "Match of the Century". The British press hailed this encounter as a clash between the originators of football and the finest team in the world at that time – the Magical Magyars. However, it was a historic moment for England for all the wrong reasons. They suffered their first-ever defeat on home soil against a non-British Isles team, highlighting their technical and tactical inferiority compared to their Hungarian counterparts. This resounding victory sent shockwaves through English football and prompted an immediate reevaluation of training methods and tactics employed by the national team. The result ultimately led to a widespread adoption of continental practices both internationally and within English clubs. Capturing this pivotal moment in history, Colorsport Images presents us with an image that symbolizes not only Hungary's dominance but also serves as a catalyst for change within English football. As we gaze upon Budai and Kocsis lining up before kick-off at Wembley Stadium, we witness more than just two players preparing for battle; we witness a turning point that forever altered how England approached the beautiful game.
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