On this day 23rd May 1954 - 2 Portsmouth Legends played in Infamous England Game v Hungary.

On May 23, 1954, Hungary faced England in a memorable match at Budapest's Népstadion, with Hungary decisively winning 7-1. This match followed the famous 6-3 defeat of England by Hungary at Wembley in 1953 and highlighted the tactical and technical superiority of the Hungarian team during that era.
Two notable players for England from Portsmouth, Jimmy Dickinson and Peter Harris, participated in this historic match. Jimmy Dickinson, an experienced midfielder, had earned 35 caps by the time of this match. Known for his reliability and consistency, Dickinson's role in the midfield was crucial for England. However, even his efforts were not enough to counter the dominance of the Hungarian side, led by the legendary Ferenc Puskás.
Peter Harris, playing as an outside right, was relatively new to the international scene with just his second cap. Harris, known for his speed and skill on the wing, faced an immense challenge against Hungary's robust defense and tactical sophistication. Despite his best efforts, Harris and his teammates struggled to break through Hungary's organized play.
Hungary's goals were scored by Mihály Lantos, Ferenc Puskás, Sándor Kocsis, Nándor Hidegkuti, and József Tóth, with Puskás and Kocsis each scoring twice. England's lone goal came from Ivor Broadis, who managed to find the net with a hooked shot when the team was already down 6-0​
The match underscored the need for English football to evolve tactically and embrace new strategies seen in continental teams. The heavy defeat, England's worst ever, was a wake-up call for the Football Association and the broader English football community, emphasizing the importance of modernization in training and tactical approaches​