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Pele laid to rest in Santos: This is such a difficult moment, says football icon's son Edinho

Brazilian football icon Pele has been laid to rest in Santos, where he grew up and became a household name, with the country's new President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva lamenting the "irreparable loss". Pele's eight-mile funeral cortege followed a 24-hour public wake at the Vila Belmiro stadium, where he made his name in the 1950s. During the 24-hour wake, …

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Pele is eternal: FIFA President Gianni Infantino to urge countries to name a stadium after Brazilian icon

India Today

FIFA President Gianni Infantino stated that he would urge every country in the world to name a stadium after Brazilian football icon Pele. "We have asked all football associations in the world to pay a minute of silence before every game and will also ask them, 211 countries, to name a stadium after Pele. The newly sworn-in Brazilian President Luiz …

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Gianni Infantino reveals FIFA will ask EVERY country in the world to name a stadium after Pele

Daily Mail

Gianni Infantino has revealed FIFA will ask every country in the world to name a stadium after Pele following his death last week. Speaking as Pele's funeral began in Santos on Monday, Infantino said: 'We are going to ask that all countries in the world have at least one stadium with the name of Pele.' Gianni Infantino said he will …

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2 years ago

Pele funeral: Santos prepares to say final goodbye to Brazilian legend

India Today

Fans and well-wishers of Brazilian football icon Pele have gathered at the Vila Belmiro stadium in Santos to bid a final goodbye to the legend. At the age of 82, Pele passed away peacefully on December 29 at the Albert Einstein Hospital after a long battle with cancer. A hearse carrying the body of Pele left the hospital on January …

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DC Edit | Pele, a perfect jewel

Deccan Chronicle

Edson Arantes do Nascimento was synonymous with the “beautiful game”. Garrincha and Didi were as gifted and yet they played in his ebullient shadow as Pele made it all look so simple and elegant, even magical in his famous bicycle kicks. More significantly, the essence of Pele is captured in saying he gave voice to the poor even as he …

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The world's media lauds 'immortal' Pele after his death aged 82

Daily Mail

The death of Brazilian football icon Pele has made headlines in newspapers across the world on Friday. Pele died at the age of 82 on Thursday after the three-time World Cup winner's battle with colon cancer. Pele, widely known as the greatest footballer of all time has now passed away, following an extraordinary life Argentine publication Ole had a picture …

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Pele eterno: Remembering the Brazil icon driven by pride and fear - Obituary

The Hindu

Wilson Piazza: ‘Only God is perfect, but dare I say Pelé was perfect as well?’ Rivellino: ‘The King.’ Tostão: ‘Pelé had everything.’ Rivellino: ‘The greatest player in the world.’ Paulo Henrique: ‘Genius.’ Denilson: ‘Saviour of the fatherland.’ Antonio Lima: ‘Everyone knew Brazil depended on Pelé.’ Paulo Henrique: ‘I don’t even have the words to describe what Pelé was like.’ Edu: …

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Football’s ‘King’ Pele mourned around the globe

The Hindu

Football fans were united in mourning on Thursday after the death of Pele at the age of 82, with tributes pouring in for the Brazil great who defined his sport and inspired generations. No one has been a king so loved.” Sao Paulo’s government said it would name a new road complex to the city of Santos, where Pele played …

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'Pele transformed football into an art': Messi, Neymar and football world mourn death of Brazil icon

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Pele, the Brazilian king of football who won a record three World Cups and became one of the most commanding sports figures of the last century, died in Sao Paulo on Thursday. Rest in peace, King Pele.” -- Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo “Rest in peace, Pele.” -- Argentine World Cup winner Lionel Messi. Ruhe in Frieden @Pele — Franz Beckenbauer …

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World Mourns Pele's Death as King of Beautiful Game Passes Away

News 18

Football legend, Brazilian icon and a three-time World Cup winner Pele died on Thursday at the age of 82. pic.twitter.com/EkDDkqQgLo— President Biden December 29, 2022 Former US President Barack Obama mourned Pele’s death and called him “one of the greatest to ever play the beautiful game.” Pelé was one of the greatest to ever play the beautiful game. pic.twitter.com/X9UpOMH2eI— Bill …

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Pele's emotional parting message to Argentina legend and friend Diego Maradona goes viral after his death

India Today

Pele's emotional parting message to Argentina legend and friend Diego Maradona has gone viral after the Brazil football icon died at the age of 82. Pele wrote a touching tribute after Maradona's death was announced in which he said "I hope we will play soccer together in the sky." Peerless Pele: World Cup records "There is much more to say, …

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Pele: Wembley arch lit up in Brazil colours in tribute to football icon

The Independent

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The Wembley arch has been lit up in …

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Reaction to the death of Brazil soccer great Pelé

The Hindu

Brazil soccer great Pelé died on Thursday, aged 82, after a long battle with cancer. Obituary | Adeus Pelé: the king of the beautiful game, a titan of 20th century Following are some reactions to his death: Brazilian Football Confederation "Pele was much more than the greatest sportsman of all time. Brazil captain and Chelsea player Thiago Silva Rest in …

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Cristiano Ronaldo pays tribute to 'the eternal king' Pele

Daily Mail

Cristiano has honoured the death of Pele with a heartfelt Instagram post in tribute to the tragic passing of football's legendary icon. Cristiano Ronaldo paid tribute to Pele after his tragic death at the age of 82 following a battle with colon cancer 'My deep condolences to all of Brazil, and in particular to the family of Edson Arantes do …

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PELE PICTURE SPECIAL: From meeting rock stars to fighting aliens on TV

Daily Mail

From 17-year-old footballing sensation to global icon, Pele lived a quite extraordinary life and enjoyed all the trappings of fame. Pele scored a hat-trick in this game Here chatting with young Swedish girls during the 1958 World Cup, Pele would become the most famous footballer of all time Pele weeps on the shoulder of goalkeeper Gilmar dos Santos Neves after …

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Brazilian football icon Pele leaves an unparalleled legacy

Al Jazeera

During his two-decade career, Brazilian footballer became the world’s first truly global sporting superstar. “Don’t cry, Dad,” he said, “I’ll win the World Cup for you.” Young Edson would grow up to become Pele, arguably the greatest footballer to ever play the sport, who died Thursday aged 82. Early days Born in the southeastern Brazilian city of Tres Coracoes to …

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Pele 'will spend Christmas in hospital' after medical reports show his cancer has WORSENED'

Daily Mail

Brazilian soccer icon Pele's health has worsened and he will spend Christmas in hospital as he continues to battle colon cancer. Brazilian soccer legend Pele's health has worsened as he continues to battle colon cancer He has also been treated for a respiratory infection diagnosed following his hospitalization. Pele, who is considered one of the greatest footballers ever, won three …

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2 years, 1 month ago

Pele congratulates Neymar on tying his Brazil goals record, despite World Cup elimination to Croatia

Daily Mail

Pele has congratulated Neymar on matching his goalscoring record with Brazil, but commiserated with the squad after their World Cup exit on Friday. He saw Neymar score the opener in extra time, which drew him level with Pele for goals scored for Brazil against other international teams - a record which the Brazilian Football Confederation considers different to goals scored …

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2 years, 1 month ago

Graeme Souness 'wants to see more from Neymar' as he calls on Brazilian star to ditch the 'antics'

Daily Mail

Graeme Souness has called on Brazil superstar Neymar to fulfil his potential as the 'heir to Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo' at the World Cup as the South American attacker helped his side qualify for the quarter-finals in Qatar. Neymar is Brazil's main man at the World Cup as the nation qualified for the quarter-finals Brazil beat South Korea 4-1 …

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2 years, 1 month ago

Win World Cup for Pele, Brazil football fans tell team

Al Jazeera

Doha, Qatar – Thousands of singing and dancing Brazil fans have been cheering for their team at the FIFA World Cup in Qatar, but in their hearts they have been saying a silent prayer for their “king”, Pele. We idolise him and we want him to live a long and healthy life so he can watch Brazil win the World …

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2 years, 1 month ago

Brazil Assistant Coach Cesar Sampaio Urges World to Pray for Pele

News 18

Brazil’s assistant coach Cesar Sampaio on Sunday asked the footballing world to send its prayers to Pele as the icon receives treatment in hospital for a respiratory infection. FIFA World Cup 2022 Points Table | FIFA World Cup 2022 Schedule | FIFA World Cup 2022 Results | FIFA World Cup 2022 Golden Boot “Regardless of your religion, we ask you …

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2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Brazil Coach Tite Wishes 'Good Health' to Pele

News 18

Brazil coach Tite said Thursday his thoughts were with Pele after the football icon was hospitalised in Sao Paulo for a “reevaluation” of his treatment following a colon tumour last year. “We all want to wish good health to Pele, our greatest representative, the extraterrestrial who is terrestrial,” Tite said before a press conference in Doha where the five-time winners …

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2 years, 1 month ago

Tite and Brazil wish national icon Pele 'all the best' after being admitted to hospital

Daily Mail

Brazil legend Pele was sent a message of support on Thursday by manager Tite and his players after the 82-year-old was admitted to hospital this week. Tite and his Brazil squad sent national hero Pele a message of support on Thursday Pele is one of the greatest footballers of all time and won three World Cups with Brazil ‘We have …

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2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Pele Tells Brazil to 'Bring Home the Trophy'

News 18

Football legend Pele gave Brazil a virtual pre-match pep talk Thursday as the national team prepared to make their World Cup debut, telling them: “Bring this trophy home.” As the five-time champions prepared to take the pitch for their opening match against Serbia, the 82-year-old icon posted a series of photos of his past World Cup glories on Instagram, telling …

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Pele laid to rest in Santos: This is such a difficult moment, says football icon's son Edinho

Pele is eternal: FIFA President Gianni Infantino to urge countries to name a stadium after Brazilian icon

Gianni Infantino reveals FIFA will ask EVERY country in the world to name a stadium after Pele

Pele funeral: Santos prepares to say final goodbye to Brazilian legend

DC Edit | Pele, a perfect jewel

The world's media lauds 'immortal' Pele after his death aged 82

Pele eterno: Remembering the Brazil icon driven by pride and fear - Obituary

Football’s ‘King’ Pele mourned around the globe

'Pele transformed football into an art': Messi, Neymar and football world mourn death of Brazil icon

World Mourns Pele's Death as King of Beautiful Game Passes Away

Pele's emotional parting message to Argentina legend and friend Diego Maradona goes viral after his death

Pele: Wembley arch lit up in Brazil colours in tribute to football icon

Reaction to the death of Brazil soccer great Pelé

Cristiano Ronaldo pays tribute to 'the eternal king' Pele

PELE PICTURE SPECIAL: From meeting rock stars to fighting aliens on TV

Brazilian football icon Pele leaves an unparalleled legacy

Pele 'will spend Christmas in hospital' after medical reports show his cancer has WORSENED'

Pele congratulates Neymar on tying his Brazil goals record, despite World Cup elimination to Croatia

Graeme Souness 'wants to see more from Neymar' as he calls on Brazilian star to ditch the 'antics'

Win World Cup for Pele, Brazil football fans tell team

Brazil Assistant Coach Cesar Sampaio Urges World to Pray for Pele

FIFA World Cup 2022: Brazil Coach Tite Wishes 'Good Health' to Pele

Tite and Brazil wish national icon Pele 'all the best' after being admitted to hospital

FIFA World Cup 2022: Pele Tells Brazil to 'Bring Home the Trophy'