Hungarian legend Ferenc Puskas at Madrid, the five-time Spanish league top scorer was the world ' s first total footballer.
Number 11: Ferenc Puskas With an amazing record of 83 goals in 84 internationals for Hungary, and four more while playing for Spain, Puskas remains one of the most dominant strikers of all time.
The legacy of Hungary ' s " Magic Magyars " of the 1950s revolved in no small part around striker Ferenc Puskas. The short, barrelchested " Galloping Major " terrorized the opposition with his thunderous left foot. After winning the 1952 Olympic title and ending England ' s dominance of Europe, the Hungarians were heavy favorites to win the 1954 World Cup. Hungary hit 17 goals and allowed only three in the group stages before taking out Brazil and Uruguay in the following rounds. Despite serious injury, Puskas played and scored in their heart-breaking final loss to West Germany.
Due to civil unrest back home, Puskas and several of his Honved teammates decided to remain in the West while their team was