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Gyula Zsengellér: Biography, Facts and Career

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Gyula Zsengellér (27 December 1915 – 29 March 1999) was a Hungarian footballer who played as a striker. A historic player of Újpest FC, he scored 387 goals in the Hungarian league between 1935 and 1947, making him the league's third-highest goalscorer of all-time. He was also a member of the Hungary national team that reached the final of the 1938 FIFA World Cup, being the tournament's second-highest scorer. Zsengellér also was the last surviving player of the Hungarian side that played the 1938 World Cup final. After finishing his playing career, he worked as a coach for several clubs in Italy and Cyprus, guiding Pezoporikos Larnaca to a championship title and APOEL FC to a cup.

Quick facts about Gyula Zsengellér

  • Full name: Gyula Zsengellér
  • Born: 1915-12-27
  • Nationality: Hungary
  • Known as: Athlete
  • Wikidata ID: Q444839

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Who is Gyula Zsengellér?

Gyula Zsengellér (27 December 1915 – 29 March 1999) was a Hungarian footballer who played as a striker.

What nationality is Gyula Zsengellér?

Gyula Zsengellér is Hungary.

When was Gyula Zsengellér born?

Gyula Zsengellér was born on 1915-12-27.

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