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1961 in Hungary

Explore 3 historical events and records for Hungary in 1961.

Historical records for Hungary in 1961

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May

European Cup Final Goal

Kocsis, Sandor · Bern · Forward · Sport / Football

Scores for Barcelona in the European Cup final against Benfica in Bern.

Other events (month unknown)

Hidegkuti Brings European Cup Winners Cup to Florence

Hidegkuti, Nándor · Florence · Manager · Sport / Football

Nándor Hidegkuti coaches Fiorentina to the inaugural European Cup Winners' Cup, defeating Rangers over two legs in the final.

Prime Minister of Hungary

Kadar, Janos · Prime Minister of Hungary · Government / Government of Hungary

Appointed Prime Minister of Hungary, 2nd term

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