[41], In 1975, one week before the Lebanese Civil War, Pelé played a friendly game for the Lebanese club Nejmeh against a team of Lebanese Premier League stars,[44] scoring two goals which were not included in his official tally. As there is no video footage of this match, Pelé asked that a computer animation be made of this specific goal. You Can Reach 1,000 Goals, Pele Tells Mbappe; Not Even on Playstation, Replies French Superstar. In the first leg of the quarter-finals, they attracted a US record crowd of 77,891 for what turned into an 8–3 rout of the Fort Lauderdale Strikers at Giants Stadium. Pelé was born Edson Arantes do Nascimento on 23 October 1940, in Três Corações, Minas Gerais, Brazil, the son of Fluminense footballer Dondinho (born João Ramos do Nascimento) and Celeste Arantes. With Pelé on the field, the Brazilian team's record was 67 wins, 14 draws and 11 losses. A year later, he would help the team earn their first victory in the Torneio Rio-São Paulo with a 3–0 over Vasco da Gama. [144] A month later he collapsed from exhaustion and was taken to hospital. Trivia. In Brazil, he is hailed as a national hero for his accomplishments in football and for his outspoken support of policies that improve the social conditions of the poor. [79] Brazil went on to win the match, 4–1. [136], In 1976, Pelé was on a Pepsi-sponsored trip in Lagos, Nigeria, when that year's attempted military coup took place. Brazil's 100th World Cup goal, Pelé's leap of joy into the arms of teammate Jairzinho in celebrating the goal is regarded as one of the most iconic moments in World Cup history. Pelé finished the tournament with 5 goals. In this match Pelé attempted to lob goalkeeper Ivo Viktor from the half-way line, only narrowly missing the Czechoslovak goal. [note 1][8], Pelé grew up in poverty in Bauru in the state of São Paulo. [74] The 1970 World Cup in Mexico was expected to be Pelé's last. Santos lost the Campeonato Paulista after finishing in third place but went on to win the Rio-São Paulo tournament after a 0–3 win over Flamengo in the final, with Pelé scoring one goal. 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Pelé scored twice in the playoff match to secure the first title for a Brazilian club. See more of the Big Island on one of our Big Island tours! [61] French three time Ballon d'Or winner Michel Platini said; "There's Pelé the man, and then Pelé the player. Most assists provided in a single FIFA World Cup tournament: 7, Most assists provided in a FIFA World Cup Final: 3, (, Top scorer in a FIFA World Cup Final (joint with, Youngest FIFA World Cup winner: in 1958 –, Youngest two-time FIFA World Cup winner: in 1962 –, Record Top scorer in a calendar year: in 1959 – 127 goals, Associação Carnavalesca Bloco Afro Olodum, Fundação Municipal de Artes de Montenegro, This page was last edited on 3 October 2020, at 15:09. In its 2013 ceremonies, a Bola de Ouro was given to Dirceu Lopes, holder of the best 1971 grade. Pelé Net Worth, Salary, Cars & Houses Estimated Net Worth 100 million Dollar New: Top 15 highest paid footballers of 2020! Pelé hit the post and then Vavá scored two goals to give Brazil the lead. [166], The most notable area of Pelé's life since football is his ambassadorial work. For the Hawaiian goddess, see, "O Rei" redirects here. Favorite Answer. In their semi-final match, Brazil faced Uruguay for the first time since the 1950 World Cup final round match. The event was the result of disorganization: the leaders of the Brazilian Federation did not allocate the shirt numbers of players and it was up to FIFA to choose the number 10 shirt for Pelé who was a substitute on the occasion. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are ok with it. Over the next few years other players came to the league, including Johan Cruyff, Eusebio, Bobby Moore, George Best and Gordon Banks. He was part of the first Futebol de Salão (indoor football) competition in the region. Maradona or Messi? [169], On 12 August 2012, Pelé was an attendee at the 2012 Olympic hunger summit hosted by UK Prime Minister David Cameron at 10 Downing Street, London, part of a series of international efforts which have sought to respond to the return of hunger as a high-profile global issue. Sandra Machado, who was born from an affair Pelé had in 1964 with a housemaid, Anizia Machado, fought for years to be acknowledged by Pelé, who refused to submit to DNA tests. [60] Following Pelé's second goal, Swedish player Sigvard Parling would later comment; "When Pelé scored the fifth goal in that Final, I have to be honest and say I felt like applauding". His warm embrace of Bobby Moore following the Brazil vs England game at the 1970 World Cup is viewed as the embodiment of sportsmanship, with The New York Times stating the image "captured the respect that two great players had for each other. Powerful. [172], In March 2016, Pelé filed a lawsuit against Samsung Electronics in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois seeking US$30 million in damages claiming violations under the Lanham Act for false endorsement and a state law claim for violation of his right of publicity. [24], Among the most successful and popular sports figures of the 20th century,[110] Pelé is one of the most lauded players in the history of football and has been frequently ranked the best player ever. He was the elder of two siblings. During this time he proposed legislation to reduce corruption in Brazilian football, which became known as the "Pelé law. [64] The press proclaimed Pelé the greatest revelation of the 1958 World Cup, and he was also retroactively given the Silver Ball as the second best player of the tournament, behind Didi. He reigned supreme for 20 years. These 10 Whopping Homes & Cars Of Celebrities Look Amazing! [69] This would keep him out of the rest of the tournament, and forced coach Aymoré Moreira to make his only lineup change of the tournament. To take full advantage of his popularity, his teams toured internationally. If anybody thought that Pelé would be overawed by playing on the world's biggest stage, they were about to get their answer. Terms of Use. [75][76], The front five of Jairzinho, Pelé, Gerson, Tostão and Rivelino together created an attacking momentum, with Pelé having a central role in Brazil's way to the final. [137][138], In June 2013, he was criticized in public opinion for his conservative views. Kylian Mbappe, who last year became only the second teenager to score in a World Cup final after Pele in France's 4-2 victory over Croatia, played down Pele's comments. Pagkakaiba ng pagsulat ng ulat at sulating pananaliksik? [115], Presenting Pelé the Laureus Lifetime Achievement Award, former South African president Nelson Mandela said; "To watch him play was to watch the delight of a child combined with the extraordinary grace of a man in full. During the second half it started to rain, prompting a Brazilian newspaper to come out with the headline the following day: "Even The Sky Was Crying. [164] On 1 August 2010, Pelé was introduced as the Honorary President of a revived New York Cosmos, aiming to field a team in Major League Soccer. She was 17 when they started dating. Other: Residence He owns a house in Guarujá, Brazil . One common legend says that Pele – who was born in Honua-Mea in Tahiti — was sent away by her father because of her difficult temper and for seducing her sister, Namakaokahai’s, husband. "[150] The Brazilian President had eliminated the post of Sports Minister in 1998. Perfect balance and impossible vision. Pelé recalled he was already shouting “Goal” when he headed the ball. [31] Pelé would, however, finish as the topscorer of the tournament with eight goals. [135], In 1970, Pelé was investigated by the Brazilian military dictatorship for suspected leftist sympathies. Pelé would also help Santos retain the Intercontinental Cup and the Taça Brasil against Milan and Bahia respectively. We try to stay on top of the latest celebrity news, and celebrities that get caught, Nobody is perfect. Ronaldo? In the 1965 Copa Libertadores, Santos reached the semi-finals and met Peñarol in a rematch of the 1962 final. The club did, however, win the Campeonato Paulista in 1967, 1968 and 1969. Simply he was, and for many people still is, the greatest football player of the world. [234] He was listed in the Guinness World Records for most career goals scored in football.[3]. Relevance. Could outrun people. You never see him bad-tempered. Famous Sports StarsSoccerPele Biography - Kicking The Sock, National Prodigy, The Black Pearl, The King Of Soccer, Chronology - SELECTED WRITINGS BY PELE: Copyright © 2020 Web Solutions LLC. [27], In the 1964 Copa Libertadores, Santos were beaten in both legs of the semi-finals by Independiente. [43] Pelé opened the door for many other stars to play in North America. [4] Apart from the assertion that the name is derived from that of Bilé, and that it is Hebrew for "miracle" (פֶּ֫לֶא), the word has no known meaning in Portuguese. On 30-10-1960 Diego Maradona (nickname: The Hand of God) was born in Lanús, Buenos Aires, Argentina. Although he usually operated inside the penalty area as a main striker or centre forward, his wide range of skills also allowed him to play in a more withdrawn role, as an inside forward or second striker, or out wide. Throughout his career and in his retirement, Pelé received several individual and team awards for his performance in the field, his record-breaking achievements, and legacy in the sport. After his retirement in 1977 he played eight exhibition games and scored three goals.[123]. Products endorsed by Pele range from soccer balls, clothing, and equipment to a Pele soccer video game. In Hawaiian religion, Pele (pronounced ) is the goddess of volcanoes and fire and the creator of the Hawaiian Islands.Often referred to as "Madame Pele" or "Tūtū Pele" as a sign of respect, she is a well-known deity within Hawaiian mythology and is notable for her contemporary presence and cultural influence as an enduring figure from ancient Hawaii. On 19 November 1969, Pelé scored his 1000th goal in all competitions, in what was a highly anticipated moment in Brazil. The ballet blanco, the nickname given to Santos for Pelé, managed to retain the title after victories over Botafogo and Boca Juniors. [83] Pelé scored the opening goal with a header after outjumping Italian defender Tarcisio Burgnich. [144] In 2019, after a hospitalisation because of a urinary tract infection, Pelé underwent surgery to remove kidney stones. After the 1958 and the 1962 World Cup, wealthy European clubs, such as Real Madrid, Juventus and Manchester United,[17] tried to sign him in vain; in 1958 Inter Milan even managed to get him a regular contract, but Angelo Moratti was forced to tear the contract up at the request of Santos' chairman following a revolt by Santos' Brazilian fans. [22] In the 1960 season, Pelé scored 47 goals and helped Santos regain the Campeonato Paulista.