Ferenc Bene: Biography, Facts and Career
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Ferenc Bene (17 December 1944 – 27 February 2006) was a Hungarian footballer who played as a striker for Újpest and Hungary. He was a member of the team that won the gold medal at the 1964 Summer Olympics, in which he was the top scorer of the tournament with 12 goals in just 5 matches. He is the sixth most prolific goalscorer in total matches in recorded history according to RSSSF with over 1424 goals scored in over 1481 matches, which results in a goal-per-match ratio of almost one. Bene was a successful striker for Újpesti Dózsa (303 goals in 418 matches) and the Hungary national team (36 goals in 76 matches). He was named Hungarian player of the year twice, in 1964 and in 1969.
Quick facts about Ferenc Bene
- Full name: Ferenc Bene
- Born: 1944-12-17
- Nationality: Hungary
- Known as: Athlete
- Wikidata ID: Q361244
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Who is Ferenc Bene?
Ferenc Bene (17 December 1944 – 27 February 2006) was a Hungarian footballer who played as a striker for Újpest and Hungary. He was a member of the team that won the gold medal at the 1964 Summer Olympics, in which he was the top scorer of the tournament with 12 goals in just 5 matches.
What nationality is Ferenc Bene?
Ferenc Bene is Hungary.
When was Ferenc Bene born?
Ferenc Bene was born on 1944-12-17.
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