Edson Arantes do Nascimento
Known globally as Pelé, Edson Arantes do Nascimento is regarded as one of the greatest football players of all time. Born on October 23, 1940, in Três Corações, Brazil, he gained fame for his extraordinary skill, agility, and prolific goal-scoring ability. Pelé's illustrious career includes winning three FIFA World Cups (1958, 1962, and 1970), making him the only player to achieve this feat. He spent the majority of his club career with Santos FC, where he became a symbol of Brazilian football, and later played for the New York Cosmos. Beyond his on-field achievements, Pelé has been an ambassador for football and a prominent figure in global sports culture.
Born on Oct 23, 1940 (84 years old)
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Peru:
Edson Arantes do Nascimento, known as Pelé, played the last match of his professional life on October 2, 1974.
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Germany:
Edson Arantes do Nascimento, also known as Pelé, was a prominent figure during the 1962 World Cup despite being injured.
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Argentina:
Edson Arantes do Nascimento, known as Pelé, is now ranked second in the historical ranking of players.
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Jamaica:
Edson Arantes do Nascimento, known as Pele, made his last visit to Jamaica as a player in 1975.
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Honduras:
El Santos, donde también se formó Edson Arantes do Nascimento ‘Pelé’.
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Argentina:
Edson Arantes do Nascimento 'Pelé' is mentioned as a legendary figure who also trained at Santos.
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