József Bozsik

József Bozsik (Hungarian pronunciation: [ˈjoːʒɛf ˈboʒik]; 28 November 1925 – 31 May 1978) was a Hungarian footballer who played as a central midfielder. He spent his entire club career at his hometown club, Budapest Honvéd. Bozsik was a key member of the legendary Golden Team as he represented Hungary in various international tournaments. Honvéd named their stadium, Bozsik József Stadion, after him.

József Bozsik
Bozsik in 1954
Personal information
Date of birth (1925-11-28)28 November 1925
Place of birth Kispest, Hungary
Date of death 31 May 1978(1978-05-31) (aged 52)
Place of death Budapest, Hungary
Position(s) Central midfielder
Youth career
1937–1943 Budapest Hónved
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1943–1962 Budapest Hónved 477 (33)
International career
1947–1962 Hungary 101 (11)
Managerial career
1966–1967 Budapest Hónved
1974 Hungary
Medal record
Representing  Hungary
Olympic Games
1952 Helsinki
FIFA World Cup
Runner-up1954 Switzerland
*Club domestic league appearances and goals
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