Zsolt Kalmár: Back in the Game and Ready to Lead Fehérvár
Ah, Zsolt Kalmár—the man, the myth, the midfield maestro who just can’t stay out of the headlines! In a tale that could be straight out of an underdog sports movie, he’s clawed his way back from the depths of injury despair and is now strutting around like he owns the place. And let’s be honest, after missing not one, not two, but three European Championships, he’s earned that right!
In a recent heart-to-heart with M4 Sport, Kalmár laid his cards on the table. The poor guy had a knee that was giving him more trouble than a cat in a dog park! Remember that little mishap during the national match against Serbia? Yes, the one where he landed awkwardly and his knee decided it was auditioning for a horror film. Fast forward to January, and he finds himself going under the knife. Because, as we all know, when your knee starts acting like a rebellious teenager, the only real solution is some good old-fashioned surgery. Who knew knees had such a dramatic flair?
“It was quite long and I felt that this time was more difficult than the previous ones.” – Zsolt Kalmár
Parting ways with the European Championship must have been a bitter pill to swallow. But Kalmár isn’t one to wallow in self-pity. He’s managed to turn the whole ordeal into a character-building exercise, claiming he’s back with some ‘serious mental freshness’, which sounds suspiciously like he’s just well-rested and eager to kick some serious butt on the pitch.
Kalmár’s first game back at the end of September against Puskás Akadémia was like a triumphant return from exile. And to top it off, a goal against Kecskemét! Ah, sweet, sweet redemption! It’s almost poetic, if poetry was written in the language of footy boots and sweaty jerseys.
Now, let’s talk about the elephant—or rather the entire herd of elephants—in the room: the national team. Kalmár has his sights set on re-joining Marco Rossi’s squad. “My long-term goal is absolutely to get back into the squad,” he asserted, with a focus sharper than a Messi free-kick. But isn’t every player’s goal to be part of the national team? It’s like saying, “My long-term goal is to be able to breathe.” What else were you going to say, Zsolt? “I just want to be the guy who gets snacks on the bus to the matches”?
“Returning to the national team can be one of the stops on the certain good road.” – Zsolt Kalmár
Speaking of snacks, let’s chat about Fehérvár! Kalmár’s rejuvenated squad is like a fresh batch of cookies straight out of the oven, and guess what? Everybody wants a piece! He recognizes the influx of youthful energy in the team, which is a mix of exciting and depends largely on whether any of them confuse their left foot with their right. Thankfully, Kalmár claims that the harmony in the squad is like a well-orchestrated symphony, with a coaching staff that’s trying to rewrite the playbook. If only we could orchestrate a violin concerto every time someone fails to clear the ball!
Now, let’s not mince words: Kalmár is hungry for success. Like, uncomfortably so! He feels that Fehérvár has “more serious goals than staying in the league.” Yes, Zsolt, we heard you! You aim for glory, fame, and probably a statue in a park somewhere – all well-deserved!
“I want to be a leader at Fehérvár.” – Zsolt Kalmár
So, hats off to Zsolt! His journey proves that setbacks can be powerful catalysts for comebacks. As he gets ready to lead Fehérvár into the next match against Diósgyőr, one can’t help but feel that he’s a man on a mission. The goals are clear: success, leadership, and perhaps a few cheeky celebrations along the way. Here’s hoping he’ll provide us with more entertaining soundbites to dissect next time!
Catch the championship match live on M4 Sport! It promises all the thrills and drama only football can deliver—and who knows, we might even get a few memes out of it!
Zsolt Kalmár has survived another difficult period, but he feels that he is now back in 100 percent condition: among other things, he talked about this, the return to the national team and the rejuvenated Fehérvár in his interview with M4 Sport.
Zsolt Kalmár: A Fehérvár must have more serious goals than staying inside
“It was quite long and I felt that this time was more difficult than the previous ones” he began Zsolt Kalmár the conversation related to his latest injury. The midfielder said that back in 2023, during the national team’s match against Serbia, he fell on his foot and from then on he felt that something was wrong, but he finally decided to have knee surgery in January, so he missed another European Championship.
Zsolt Kalmár: I made a difficult but good decision
The national team’s midfielder is forced to miss his third European Championship, but he is confident that he will be able to return in the summer in a Conference League match.
“It was also a very hard period for me mentally, because I didn’t know what my knee would be like after the operation, how I would return, but I slowly started to rebuild from scratch and luckily I succeeded, it was a long journey, but I look back on it with a smile, a new “a player with a different mentality has returned to the field” – said Kalmár, who added that he is also grateful to the doctors and his family, who helped him in everything, even when he could hardly walk.
The player from Fehérvár returned to the field at the end of September in the championship game against Puskás Akadémia, and in the last round he was able to score a goal for Kecskemét. is on the way.
Returning to the national team can be one of the stops on the certain good road.
“My long-term goal is absolutely to get back into the squad, but I know that only I can decide that, what my performance on the field and my mentality will be” – said Kalmár, who added that for now his main focus is on lasting 90 minutes in Fehérvár, but if everything goes well, he will be there in March Marco Rossi in the framework of
MTI/Tamás Kovács
He shared about the national team captain, they kept in touch even during his injury, he congratulated him in writing after his weekend goal and told him his insights about the match, so overall they maintain a good relationship.
In relation to the national team’s performance in the NL so far, he considered the tactics against the Germans to be brave, even though it ended in an ugly defeat, but apart from those 90 minutes, he thinks that the national team’s game looks very good and there are no major complaints about the results, so he definitely supports this current direction would keep it.
“Quite a lot of players left, many came, we have a very young squad” – he already said this about the fact that during his injury, almost the entire Fehérvár team was replaced. “The return was easy, there are a lot of Hungarian players, the harmony is good and a new staff has arrived, which is trying to apply a new philosophy, so it wasn’t difficult.”
The young players of Fehérvár played in the 9th round of the OTP Bank League in the match between ETO FC Gyõr and Fehérvár FC. MTI/Zsombor Tóth
About the crew, narrowing it down Tamás Petőhe said about Fehérvár’s coach, he also has a good relationship with him, at 29 years old he is one of the oldest in the squad, so he communicates with him a lot due to his routine, and he tries to help the young people a lot, because he wants to be a leader at Fehérvár.
Vidi has shown an improving form in recent weeks, together with the cup success, they are on a three-match winning streak, according to Kalmár, this is due to a change in tactics.
“Against Fradi, we started to adopt a different formation, everyone found their place in it, everyone knows what to do in which position, and this is very important” – said the midfielder, who emphasized that during a staff change you cannot change from one game to another, this is part of a process that seems to be starting to work recently.
Kalmár already talked about the next round, the championship against Diósgyőr, which he also wants to win with his team, because he claims to be hungry for success, because in his opinion, Fehérvár should have more serious goals than staying in the league.
The champion Diósgyőr-Fehérvár can be followed live on M4 Sport and m4sport.hu from 15:30 on Sunday.
OTP Bank Liga, 13th round, program:
Fradi’s point robbers against each other, Gerá’s host the green and whites, will ZTE strike again?
Friday:
20:00 – Nyíregyháza Spartacus FC–MTK Budapest (M4 Sports)
Saturday:
13:30 – Zalaegerszegi TE–Puskás Academy FC (M4 Sports)
16:00 – Debrecen VSC – ETO FC Győr (M4 Sports)
18:30 – Újpest FC–Paksi FC (M4 Sports)
Sunday:
15:30 – Diósgyőr VTK–Fehérvár FC (M4 Sports)
18:00 – Kecskemét TE–Ferencváros TC (M4 Sports)
Fruits of your labour meaning
See the fruits of our labor. The new tactics are starting to come together beautifully, and I think fans will be excited by the style of play we’re establishing,” Kalmár explained, his passion for the game evident as he spoke about the team’s evolution.
As he gears up for further challenges with Fehérvár, Kalmár embodies the essence of resilience. Having navigated the stormy seas of injury and uncertainty, he has emerged not just as a player, but as a potential leader—a beacon of hope for both his club and national team aspirations. His experience has armed him with a unique perspective on the importance of mental fortitude and the camaraderie that flourishes when young talents gel with seasoned professionals.
“I want to be a leader at Fehérvár.” – Zsolt Kalmár
His goal isn’t just personal glory or a return to the international scene; it’s about fostering a culture of success at Fehérvár. He understands that with his experience, he can guide the younger players, helping them navigate the highs and lows of professional football. After all, he has lived it and came out stronger on the other side.
Kalmár’s determination has not just been his motivation but an infectious energy that seems to buoy the entire squad. If anyone can lead Fehérvár toward greater achievements—even pushing for a seat at the European table—it’s him. And as the team dives back into the league’s suspenseful matches and cup competitions, one can be sure that Kalmár’s revival will be pivotal. It’s not just about staying in the league; it’s about aiming for the stars, even if it means facing the giants of Hungarian football with renewed vigor and camaraderie.
As the squad prepares to face the likes of Diósgyőr, the echoes of Kalmár’s journey resonate through the dressing room—a reminder that success often emerges from adversity. We’re really all just waiting for the next chapter in Kalmár’s story—one filled with goals, laughs, and maybe even some viral moments for the fans to feast on. So, keep your eyes peeled and your snacks ready; the action is about to commence on M4 Sport!
