Football has lost one of its greatest icons Rest in peace, Pele
Pele was one of the most recognisable sports stars across the globe
Pele made his debut as a professional footballer at just 15 years of age for Santos and went on to become the club’s record goalscorer with 643 in 659 games. It was at the World Cup where he made a name for himself on the global stage, with his electrifying play and spectacular goals dazzling fans.Pele’s debut for Brazil came at just 16 in 1957 and just a year later he was world champion – he was, and remains, the youngest player ever to score in a World Cup final at just 17 years and 249 days.
Pele was one of the most popular sporting figures of the 20th century and continued to be a prominent figure in the game even after retirement, following a brief spell at New York Cosmos.His 1,279 goals in 1,363 games, which includes friendlies, is recognised as the most in history by the Guinness Book of Records although this figure has been disputed.
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