Pelé Pelé, born Edson Arantes do Nascimento, is one of football’s greatest icons, winning three FIFA World Cups with Brazil (1958, 1962, 1970)—the only player to do so. Debuting internationally at 15 and scoring in the 1958 final at 17, he combined speed, skill, and vision like no other. Over his career, he scored over 1,000 goals, including friendlies, and played for Santos FC, leading them to global prominence. Pelé brought flair and joy to the game, popularizing football worldwide. He later played for the New York Cosmos, helping grow the sport in the U.S. Named FIFA Player of the Century, he was an ambassador for peace and sport. Pelé’s legacy endures as a symbol of brilliance, creativity, and the beautiful game’s global power.
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