Pelé

About

Edson Arantes do Nascimento, commonly known as Pelé, is widely regarded as one of the greatest soccer players of all time. Born on October 23, 1940, in Três Corações, Brazil, Pelé began playing soccer at a young age and quickly demonstrated his exceptional skills. He joined the Brazilian club Santos at the age of 15 and went on to play for the team for 18 years, winning numerous titles and setting multiple records. Pelé's impressive career was marked by his incredible speed, skill, and scoring ability. He won three World Cup titles with Brazil, in 1958, 1962, and 1970, and scored over 1,000 goals in his career. Pelé's achievements on the field earned him numerous accolades, including the FIFA World Cup Golden Ball award three times, and he was named the FIFA Player of the Century in 2000. Off the field, Pelé was a cultural icon, using his platform to promote social justice and education. He continues to be an inspiration to generations of soccer players and fans around the world.