István Balogh 1912 – 1992

Biography

István Balogh was born on September 21, 1912, in Budapest, Hungary, during a time of great change for his nation. He devoted much of his life to football, one of the most beloved pastimes in Hungarian culture. Throughout his career, he made meaningful contributions to the sport both as a player and as a manager, helping to shape the Hungarian football landscape during the twentieth century.

Over the course of his life, Balogh witnessed Hungary’s transformation across decades of dramatic historical events. He remained connected to Budapest throughout his years, building a legacy within his hometown’s sporting community. His work as both a footballer and manager reflected his deep passion for the game and his commitment to developing talent within Hungarian football.

On October 27, 1992, at the age of eighty, István Balogh passed away in Budapest, the city where he had been born and spent his life. He was laid to rest at Megyeri Cemetery in Budapest’s District IV, where he remains remembered by those who knew his contributions to Hungarian football. His life spanned most of the twentieth century, a period during which he dedicated himself to a sport that brought joy to countless people.