Béla Guttmann 1899 – 1981

Biography

Béla Guttmann was born on January 27, 1899, in Budapest, Hungary, during a transformative period for European football. Over the course of his life, he became deeply connected to the sport, building a career that spanned both playing and managing. His work in football reflected his dedication to the game and his passion for developing talent during a formative era in sports history.

Throughout his career, Guttmann contributed significantly to football in Central Europe. His experiences as both a player and manager gave him unique insight into the sport, allowing him to influence the game across multiple roles and settings. He remained engaged with football throughout much of his adult life, witnessing and participating in the evolution of the sport across several decades.

Guttmann spent his final years in Vienna, Austria, where he passed away on August 28, 1981. His life spanned more than eight decades, during which he witnessed remarkable changes in European society and sport. He was laid to rest at the New Jewish Cemetery in Kaiserebersdorf, Austria, where his memory continues to be honored.