Tribute to a Legend: The Passing of Imre Ambrus, Icon of Újpest Football Club
Imre Ambrus, known affectionately as 'Pipi bácsi', passes away at 81, leaving a lasting legacy in Hungarian football.
Imre Ambrus, the legendary kit manager of the Újpest Football Club, passed away on Sunday at the age of 81. His contribution to the club was recognized by László Óvádi, the sports director of the Újpest futsal team, who shared the news on social media.
Ambrus, affectionately known as 'Pipi bácsi', joined the club in the late 1990s, becoming a significant figure in its history.
He was an integral part of the team that won the Hungarian championship in 1998, a milestone he proudly regarded throughout his life.
His service did not stop there; he was called to serve the Hungarian national team, where he was responsible for the players' equipment over an extended period.
After his tenure with the national team, Ambrus returned to Újpest, where he took on the role of manager for the veteran team, leading them to an unprecedented ten league titles, a record that remains unmatched in Hungarian football.
In a heartfelt message on Facebook, Óvádi László stated, 'Dear fans and friends! With a heavy heart, I write to you that today, Imre Ambrus, whom you all knew as Pipi bácsi, has passed away.
Our club's legendary kit manager has left a significant mark on both our team and Hungarian football.' The Újpest Football Club also expressed their condolences and fond recollections of Ambrus, emphasizing the enduring impact he had on the club and its community.
Ambrus, affectionately known as 'Pipi bácsi', joined the club in the late 1990s, becoming a significant figure in its history.
He was an integral part of the team that won the Hungarian championship in 1998, a milestone he proudly regarded throughout his life.
His service did not stop there; he was called to serve the Hungarian national team, where he was responsible for the players' equipment over an extended period.
After his tenure with the national team, Ambrus returned to Újpest, where he took on the role of manager for the veteran team, leading them to an unprecedented ten league titles, a record that remains unmatched in Hungarian football.
In a heartfelt message on Facebook, Óvádi László stated, 'Dear fans and friends! With a heavy heart, I write to you that today, Imre Ambrus, whom you all knew as Pipi bácsi, has passed away.
Our club's legendary kit manager has left a significant mark on both our team and Hungarian football.' The Újpest Football Club also expressed their condolences and fond recollections of Ambrus, emphasizing the enduring impact he had on the club and its community.
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