Czibor

Czibor is a surname of Hungarian origin. The name is most prominently associated with Zoltán Czibor (1929–1997), a Hungarian footballer who played as a winger. Czibor rose to prominence with the Hungary national team during the early 1950s, a period when the team was regarded as one of the world’s best, and he was part of the squad that reached the 1954 FIFA World Cup final.

After the 1956 Hungarian Revolution, Czibor left Hungary and pursued a club career in Western Europe. He played for FC Barcelona in Spain during the late 1950s, and subsequently joined other European clubs before retiring in the 1960s. Czibor was known for his pace, dribbling ability, and versatility on the forward flanks, attributes that helped define Hungary’s famed “Mighty Magyars” era.

Beyond Zoltán Czibor, the surname remains relatively uncommon and is most often encountered in Hungarian contexts or among descendants of Hungarian communities. In historical and sports reference works, Czibor is remembered as one of Hungary’s notable footballers of the mid-20th century, contributing to the country’s rich football legacy during a period of exceptional international competition. See also: Mighty Magyars, Ferencvárosi TC, FC Barcelona.