#1 Ferenc Puskas
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The prolific forward scored 84 goals in 85 international matches for Hungary. And was recognised as the top goal scorer of the 20th century.
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In the 1954 tournament, he scored four goals in the three matches that he played and was awarded the title of the player of the tournament. He scored twice in Hungary's 9-0 drubbing of South Korea and then once in their 8-3 win over West Germany in the Group stage.
However, Puskas' Hungary then went on to lose the finals 2-3 against West Germany. Thus, one of the most dangerous strikers of all time with all his speed and skills could not win the World Cup.
Edited by Alan John