János Göröcs facts for kids
Göröcs in 1961
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| Date of birth | 8 May 1939 | |||||||||||||||
| Place of birth | Gánt, Hungary | |||||||||||||||
| Date of death | 23 February 2020 (aged 80) | |||||||||||||||
| Place of death | Budapest, Hungary | |||||||||||||||
| Position(s) | Midfielder | |||||||||||||||
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| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) | |||||||||||||
| 1957–1972 | Újpesti Dózsa | |||||||||||||||
| 1972–1974 | Tatabányai Bányász | |||||||||||||||
| International career | ||||||||||||||||
| 1958–1970 | Hungary | 62 | (19) | |||||||||||||
| Managerial career | ||||||||||||||||
| 1985–1988 | Újpest FC | |||||||||||||||
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Medal record
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| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | ||||||||||||||||
János Göröcs (born May 8, 1939 – died February 23, 2020) was a famous Hungarian footballer. He was known for playing in the midfielder position. Midfielders are important players who help both attack and defense on the field.
Göröcs was born in a town called Gánt, Hungary. He became a very skilled player and spent most of his career with the club Újpesti Dózsa. Later, he also played for Tatabányai Bányász.
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Playing for Hungary
János Göröcs was a key player for the Hungarian national team. He played in 62 international games for his country. During these matches, he scored 19 goals. Representing your country in football is a huge honor.
Olympic Games Success
One of his biggest achievements was at the 1960 Summer Olympics in Rome. He was part of the Hungarian team that won a bronze medal in football. This was a proud moment for him and his country. Winning an Olympic medal is a dream for many athletes.
FIFA World Cup Appearance
Göröcs also played for Hungary in the 1962 FIFA World Cup. The World Cup is one of the biggest football tournaments in the world. Only the best teams from around the globe get to compete.
Later Life and Coaching
After he stopped playing, János Göröcs became a football coach. He returned to his former club, Újpest FC, to share his knowledge and experience with new players. He helped guide the team from 1985 to 1988.
János Göröcs passed away in Budapest, Hungary, on February 23, 2020. He was 80 years old. He is remembered as a talented footballer and a dedicated coach.
