“Homage to Ferenc Puskás“: Historic moment as Puskás Museum opens its doors with world-class collection of the legendary footballer
Historic moment as Puskas Museum opens its doors in Budapest (official logo)
BUDAPEST, November 26, 2024 – On November 25, 2024, the Puskás Museum opened in the Puskás Arena in Budapest, Hungary. The chosen date is no coincidence, as November 25 is Hungarian Football Day, commemorating the Hungarian "Magical Magyars," who defeated the English team 6–3 at Wembley on November 25, 1953, in what has since been dubbed the "Match of the Century."
FINAL PIECE OF THE PUZZLE The museum, the final piece of the puzzle completing the Puskás Arena, was officially inaugurated by Hungary's Prime Minister, Viktor Orbán. In his opening speech, Mr. Orbán said that Ferenc Puskás – still the most famous Hungarian in the world – would serve as a constant inspiration for all generations born after the legendary No. 10, both today and in the future. "His legacy gives us hope to believe that there is a way back to the top—the position the Golden Team once reached under his leadership. We have had to recover from a dramatic low after decades of communist dictatorship, during which professional football was completely wiped out by the regime of the time."
At the grand opening, the President of the Hungarian Football Federation and Vice President of FIFA, Mr. Sándor Csányi, also delivered his remarks, as did Mrs. Mária Schmidt, the main curator of the museum.
REAL MADRID "Real Madrid will always hold club legends close to its heart, and Ferenc Puskás is without a doubt one of the greatest legends of all time," said Real Madrid club director Emilio Butragueño, who attended the opening of the Puskás Museum in person. FIFA President Gianni Infantino sent a heartfelt video message, celebrating the opening of the Puskás Museum as a fitting tribute to one of the greatest sportsmen of all time, Ferenc Puskás.
By presenting Ferenc Puskás and the members of the Golden Team, focusing on the most memorable moments of their careers, the museum pays tribute to their achievements, which have earned them worldwide recognition. It aims to allow those who could no longer enjoy their games in person or feel the pride that touched the hearts of all Hungarians to visit the Puskás Museum and experience the exhilaration of watching the stars of Hungarian football conquer the world through their play.
OFFICIAL OPENING OF PUSKAS MUSEM The Puskás Museum pays extraordinary tribute to the outstanding career of the world's most famous Hungarian: an 85-time Hungarian and four-time Spanish national team player, Olympic champion, World Cup silver medalist, and three-time European Champions Cup winner, Ferenc Puskás, Sportsman of the Nation, and captain of the 1950s Golden Team, the "Magical Magyars." In addition to highlighting the life and sporting achievements of Ferenc Puskás, one of the most outstanding athletes in football history, the exhibition presents the history of the Golden Team and the era in which these exceptionally talented footballers became one of the most successful teams of all time.
During the official opening, the guests of honour also signed a Puskás-era ball to commemorate the event.
THE TOWER BUILDING The only element of the old Népstadion building that remains is the so-called "Tower Building," which was originally planned to be taller. However, the communists abandoned it as a symbol of the political disgrace of Hungarian football. Now, a new floor has been added to make it a worthy place of honour for Ferenc Puskás and the legendary Hungarian Golden Team.
HUMBLE BEGINNINGS The Puskás Museum showcases the life of the world's most famous and popular Hungarian, Ferenc Puskás, from his humble beginnings in a kitchen room in Kispest to a luxury apartment in Madrid. It highlights his teammates, coaches, opponents, and the era in which he became the nation's darling and the sporting world's first superstar. "We have included many of Puskás' original trophies, documents, furniture, and utensils, as well as the most important, beautiful, and exciting of the thousands of photos and film clips from around the world," said György Szöllősi, Ambassador of the Puskás heritage and the leading expert on the exhibition.
POVERTY TO FAME Ferenc Puskás rose from a poor, tiny house in a small Central European town devastated by the inhuman destruction and murderous ideologies of the 20th century to become the first international star of what would become the world's most popular sport—football. From a small, impoverished boy, he became the celebrated goal-scorer of the 20th century: the idol of millions and the pride of Hungarians who endured the injustices of history.
The Puskás Museum in Budapest tells his unique and fascinating story.
FINAL PIECE OF THE PUZZLE The museum, the final piece of the puzzle completing the Puskás Arena, was officially inaugurated by Hungary's Prime Minister, Viktor Orbán. In his opening speech, Mr. Orbán said that Ferenc Puskás – still the most famous Hungarian in the world – would serve as a constant inspiration for all generations born after the legendary No. 10, both today and in the future. "His legacy gives us hope to believe that there is a way back to the top—the position the Golden Team once reached under his leadership. We have had to recover from a dramatic low after decades of communist dictatorship, during which professional football was completely wiped out by the regime of the time."
At the grand opening, the President of the Hungarian Football Federation and Vice President of FIFA, Mr. Sándor Csányi, also delivered his remarks, as did Mrs. Mária Schmidt, the main curator of the museum.
REAL MADRID "Real Madrid will always hold club legends close to its heart, and Ferenc Puskás is without a doubt one of the greatest legends of all time," said Real Madrid club director Emilio Butragueño, who attended the opening of the Puskás Museum in person. FIFA President Gianni Infantino sent a heartfelt video message, celebrating the opening of the Puskás Museum as a fitting tribute to one of the greatest sportsmen of all time, Ferenc Puskás.
By presenting Ferenc Puskás and the members of the Golden Team, focusing on the most memorable moments of their careers, the museum pays tribute to their achievements, which have earned them worldwide recognition. It aims to allow those who could no longer enjoy their games in person or feel the pride that touched the hearts of all Hungarians to visit the Puskás Museum and experience the exhilaration of watching the stars of Hungarian football conquer the world through their play.
OFFICIAL OPENING OF PUSKAS MUSEM The Puskás Museum pays extraordinary tribute to the outstanding career of the world's most famous Hungarian: an 85-time Hungarian and four-time Spanish national team player, Olympic champion, World Cup silver medalist, and three-time European Champions Cup winner, Ferenc Puskás, Sportsman of the Nation, and captain of the 1950s Golden Team, the "Magical Magyars." In addition to highlighting the life and sporting achievements of Ferenc Puskás, one of the most outstanding athletes in football history, the exhibition presents the history of the Golden Team and the era in which these exceptionally talented footballers became one of the most successful teams of all time.
During the official opening, the guests of honour also signed a Puskás-era ball to commemorate the event.
THE TOWER BUILDING The only element of the old Népstadion building that remains is the so-called "Tower Building," which was originally planned to be taller. However, the communists abandoned it as a symbol of the political disgrace of Hungarian football. Now, a new floor has been added to make it a worthy place of honour for Ferenc Puskás and the legendary Hungarian Golden Team.
HUMBLE BEGINNINGS The Puskás Museum showcases the life of the world's most famous and popular Hungarian, Ferenc Puskás, from his humble beginnings in a kitchen room in Kispest to a luxury apartment in Madrid. It highlights his teammates, coaches, opponents, and the era in which he became the nation's darling and the sporting world's first superstar. "We have included many of Puskás' original trophies, documents, furniture, and utensils, as well as the most important, beautiful, and exciting of the thousands of photos and film clips from around the world," said György Szöllősi, Ambassador of the Puskás heritage and the leading expert on the exhibition.
POVERTY TO FAME Ferenc Puskás rose from a poor, tiny house in a small Central European town devastated by the inhuman destruction and murderous ideologies of the 20th century to become the first international star of what would become the world's most popular sport—football. From a small, impoverished boy, he became the celebrated goal-scorer of the 20th century: the idol of millions and the pride of Hungarians who endured the injustices of history.
The Puskás Museum in Budapest tells his unique and fascinating story.
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