Hungarian football star joins immortal company: Soon you can meet Dominik Szoboszlai anytime!
It’s now official: Hungary’s national team captain, Dominik Szoboszlai, is getting his own wax figure at Madame Tussauds Budapest. The life-sized likeness of the Liverpool star will be unveiled on 19 November at the Dorottya Street attraction, where visitors will also be able to take selfies with his wax counterpart.
Szoboszlai visited the workshop twice
Madame Tussauds Budapest has confirmed the circulating rumours: Dominik Szoboszlai visited the 250-year-old museum’s London workshop on two occasions. During the strictly confidential sessions, hundreds of photographs and precise measurements were taken to ensure the figure replicates his appearance as faithfully as possible. The process took several hours, with experts paying close attention to every detail—from facial expressions to body proportions.
According to the museum’s statement, this will be the world’s first wax figure of Dominik Szoboszlai, making the Budapest reveal a true premiere within the international Madame Tussauds universe.
Joining the icons
Szoboszlai will be showcased among the biggest legends of the Budapest attraction, appearing alongside Ferenc Puskás, László Papp, Katinka Hosszú, as well as global stars such as Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Usain Bolt. Madame Tussauds Budapest currently displays more than 60 life-sized wax figures, featuring politicians, scientists, artists and athletes, Turizmus.com reports.
According to the museum, Dominik Szoboszlai’s wax figure represents “one of modern Hungarian sport’s greatest figures,” who is carrying on Puskás’ legacy in the world of international football.
The Liverpool star shines again
The 25-year-old midfielder has once again been in excellent form in the English Premier League this season. Wearing Liverpool’s colours, he has played a key role in several matches and is considered one of the club’s best signings in recent years. According to renowned football journalist Fabrizio Romano, Liverpool have already begun talks to extend Szoboszlai’s contract, signalling that the club sees him as a long-term asset.
He is also a true fan favourite, with many supporters viewing him as the heir to club legend Steven Gerrard. With this, Szoboszlai has firmly cemented his status as a global superstar—now reinforced by Madame Tussauds’ decision to immortalise him in wax.
When can you see it?
From 19 November, the public will be able to meet Dominik Szoboszlai’s life-sized wax figure at Madame Tussauds Budapest. The museum has also released a special video showing how the measurements and moulding process took place.
Hungary’s football icon is officially joining an “immortal” company—Puskás, Messi, Ronaldo and Usain Bolt—and from now on, anyone can come face to face with him in the heart of Budapest.
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