Pele (in Hebrew: פלה) Brazilian professional footballer universally acclaimed as 'The King of Football'. The only player in history to win three FIFA World Cups.
Edson Arantes do Nascimento, known mononymously as Pelé (October 23, 1940 - December 29, 2022), was a Brazilian professional footballer who played as a forward.
Regarded as one of the greatest players of all time and labelled 'the greatest' by FIFA, he was among the most successful and popular sports figures of the 20th century.
Pelé is the only player in history to win three FIFA World Cups, lifting the trophy in 1958, 1962, and 1970.
Notable Career Clubs of Pelé: (Partial List)
- Santos FC
- New York Cosmos
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Personal Details - Pelé
| Attribute | Details | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Date of Birth | October 23, 1940 | |
| Status | Deceased | Date of Death: December 29, 2022 |
| Position | Forward / Attacking Midfielder | |
| Honors | 3 FIFA World Cup titles (1958, 1962, 1970), FIFA Player of the Century, over 1,000 career goals. |
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