Edson Arantes do Nascimento, also known as Pele, the Brazil footballing legend is dead.
Pele, a three-time World Cup winner died at the age of 82 following a brave battle with cancer.
The football world is in mourning following the death of Brazilian icon Pele.
A post on his official Instagram account broke the sad news, writing, “Inspiration and love marked the journey of King Pelé, who peacefully passed away today.
“On his journey, Edson enchanted the world with his genius in sport, stopped a war, carried out social works all over the world and spread what he most believed to be the cure for all our problems: love.
His message today becomes a legacy for future generations.
Love, love and love, forever.
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Family members had gathered at the Albert Einstein Israelita Hospital in Sao Paulo — where he was receiving treatment — shortly before Christmas.
Widely regarded as one of soccer’s greatest players, Pele, had been battling colon cancer since 2021.
He had also been hospitalised for the last month with multiple ailments while undergoing treatment for cancer.
Pele has an enviable and unmatched record of winning the FIFA World Cup on three occasions. He lifted the trophy in 1958, 1962 and 1970.
He played most of his club football with Santos, the all-conquering Brazilian side, and was said to have scored a record 1,281 goals in 1,363 appearances during a career that spanned 21 years.
Pele, who scored 77 goals in 92 matches for Brazil, was named FIFA’s player of the century in 2000.
As expected, tributes from different people around the world poured in.
See some reactions below:
Football has lost one of its greatest ambassadors. Pele was amongst the rare breed of sportsmen – legend both on and off the field.
My condolences to his family and fans across the world. pic.twitter.com/MXYaa2u5Ye
— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) December 30, 2022
Descansa en paz, @pele. pic.twitter.com/nfRwTHpZkH
— Leo Messi (@leomessiprivate) December 30, 2022
Edson Arantes de Nascimento (Pele), Rest in Peace. You remain the GOAT (Greatest of All Time) soccer maestro. You made my childhood years joyous with love of the game. You defined football. pic.twitter.com/6e9W7ajbNW
— Kingsley Moghalu OON (@MoghaluKingsley) December 30, 2022
It was a pleasure to share this passion with you my Friend @Pele
Rest in Peace Legend 🌹🙏 pic.twitter.com/FmOiBqI0zX
— Roger Milla (@roger_milla_9) December 30, 2022
#Pele was not just the #TheKing of Football, but also, unarguably, one of the most influential personalities of the 20th century who inspired millions. The #BlackPearl will always remain an icon of the game in every sense.
He leaves behind an unforgettable legacy. pic.twitter.com/AxgsmRbXGl
— M.K.Stalin (@mkstalin) December 30, 2022
Football's first GOAT, R.I.P #Pele
🏆 3 World Cups
🏆 7 France Football Ballon d'Or
🏆 6 Campeonato Brasileiro Série A
🏆 2 Copa Libertadores
🏆 2 Intercontinental Cup
🏆 1 FIFA World Cup Best Young Player
♥️ 1 Civil War Stopped#RipLegend #PeleEterno pic.twitter.com/tSuE8yuvtY— Zubin Daver (@zubinofficial) December 30, 2022
Saddened at the demise of sports legend & a magnificent Soccer star #Pele
I had the pleasure of meeting Pele where we exchanged notes & he spoke abt his life, struggles,his determination to conquer and reach his goals.
Praying for strength for his family to deal with their loss pic.twitter.com/AUZhqOhq9Y— Robert Vadra (@irobertvadra) December 30, 2022
Thank you for everything #Legend. You will be missed forever. A three time world-cup winning footballer and a timeless beauty on the field. You were the reason millions started playing the game. Rest in peace the #GOAT #Pele pic.twitter.com/sd3QptqaQc
— Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) December 30, 2022
Farewell to the king.. May your soul rest in eternal peace.
Your contagious game spirit and the legacy it leaves behind will continue inspiring millions to play the game.Joining the world in mourning the loss of this legend.#Pele pic.twitter.com/vtPtyIGAWG
— Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) December 30, 2022
The beautiful game has lost one of its greatest legends.
Pelé was one of the most recognizable sportspersons who brought people together.
I extend my deepest condolences to his family and millions of fans around the world. pic.twitter.com/1Jy5Rq7tsv
— Mallikarjun Kharge (@kharge) December 30, 2022
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Rest In Peace Pele the Greatest. Will never be forgotten ❤️ pic.twitter.com/hcGNrOV1kc
— UG (@UgwunnaEjikem) December 30, 2022
Brazilian legend Pelé has passed away at 82, one of the greatest of all time who changed the game.
A man with a god-given talent, one of the names who will remain forever in the memory.
All thoughts with the family.
RIP, legend 🕊️ pic.twitter.com/xxndio7gmM
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) December 29, 2022
Very sorry to hear about the death of the King of Football, Pelé. His skill and athleticism were unequalled. A true virtuoso of the beautiful game. Rest in Peace Pelé. pic.twitter.com/s4YhrJ3tZk
— Muhoozi Kainerugaba (@mkainerugaba) December 30, 2022
I join the rest of the world in grieving for the Football Legend Pele. He was synonymous with the sport that the world continues to be enamoured with. May the Legend’s soul find eternal peace. Wherever football is played, your mention will always come pic.twitter.com/HLckioVuVY
— Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) December 30, 2022
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