György Orth (30 April 1901 – 11 January 1962) was a Hungarian

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player and manager. As well as being involved in football in his homeland, he also managed in

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. One of best footballers of his generation, György Orth was an

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and

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renowned for his technique and pace. He also played in the football tournament at the

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Playing career

Orth started his playing career off with hometown side Vasas, before first experiencing Italian football with a spell at

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. Before retirement from playing Orth returned to Budapest in the form of a move to

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. He was an important player for the Hungary national team in the interwar era but a serious knee injury suffered in 1926 stymied his playing career. 1924 valogatott

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