About János Farkas
Lived 1942 – 1989 (aged 47). János Farkas was a Hungarian association football player.
János Farkas (27 March 1942 – 29 September 1989 ) was a Hungarian footballer who played as a forward.
During his club career he played for Vasas SC. At international level, he earned 33 caps and scored 20 goals for the Hungary national football team between 1961 and 1969, and participated in the 1962 FIFA World Cup, the 1964 European Nations' Cup, and the 1966 FIFA World Cup. He also won a gold medal in football at the 1964 Summer Olympics. He is particularly remembered for his fabulous goal at the 1966 FIFA World Cup against Brazil, contributing to a sensational 3–1 win against the incumbent champions.
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Who was János Farkas?
Hungarian footballer (1942-1989)
When was János Farkas born?
János Farkas was born on 27 March 1942 in Budapest.
When did János Farkas die?
János Farkas died on 29 September 1989 in Budapest.
What was János Farkas's occupation?
János Farkas was an association football player.
What nationality was János Farkas?
János Farkas was Hungarian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). János Farkas. https://biography.guide/janos-farkas-association-football-player-1942/
MLA: "János Farkas." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/janos-farkas-association-football-player-1942/.
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