Árpád Weisz

Hungarian footballer and coach

Árpád Weisz - Hungarian footballer and coach
Born

April 16th, 1896
128 years ago

Died

1944
81 years ago — 48 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Hungary

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A Hungarian footballer and coach, played as a forward. Started career at MTK Budapest in the early 1910s and later played in the Italian leagues for clubs such as Bologna and Internazionale. Transitioned into coaching after retirement, leading Bologna to the Italian Serie A championship in 1925. His management style emphasized technical skills and tactical flexibility, contributing to the evolution of football coaching in Italy.

Played for MTK Budapest and Bologna

Managed Bologna to an Italian Serie A title

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