In 2022, Britain lost its queen and Brazil its soccer 'king' — two giant figures of the 20th century who crossed paths at least twice over the years.
Former Pelé teammate Gerson recalled one of those times in an interview with Reuters this week. The year was 1968, and Elizabeth was guest of honour at a soccer match at Rio de Janeiro's monumental Maracanã stadium during an official visit to Brazil. After the game, she presented Pelé with a trophy.
Gerson appeared in pictures next to Pelé, the queen and her husband Prince Philip, and said he had a photo of the moment framed and put on display in his home. Pelé, who scored a goal in the friendly match that brought together the top players from the state of Sao Paulo and the best players of Rio de Janeiro, recalled the game when the queen died on September 8.
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