Football legend, Brazilian icon and a three-time World Cup winner Pele died on Thursday at the age of 82. Widely regarded as the ‘Greatest of All Times’, Pele fought a long battle with cancer which later caused him “multiple organ failure,” as stated by the Albert Einstein hospital in Sao Paulo.
The news was first confirmed by the legend’s family. Pele’s daughter Kely Nascimento posted on Instagram, “We love you infinitely. Rest in peace.”
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After the demise, the world – from US President to football stars – all came together to honor “O Rei” (The King), who transformed the sport during a long professional career that began when he was a teenager.
The US President Joe Biden shared an old picture of him meeting with Pele in a stadium and gave his condolences. He tweeted, “For a sport that brings the world together like no other, Pelé’s rise from humble beginnings to soccer legend is a story of what is possible.
Today, Jill and I’s thoughts are with his family and all those who loved him.”
For a sport that brings the world together like no other, Pelé’s rise from humble beginnings to soccer legend is a story of what is possible. Today, Jill and I's thoughts are with his family and all those who loved him. pic.twitter.com/EkDDkqQgLo— President Biden (@POTUS) 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. And as one of the most recognizable athletes in the world, he understood the power of sports to bring people together. Our thoughts are with his family and everyone who loved and admired him. pic.twitter.com/urGRDePaPv— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) December 29, 2022
Former US President Bill Clinton called Pele a global icon as he remembered the football legend as a great humanitarian.
Pelé was not only a football legend but also a humanitarian and global icon. He used his platform to empower disenfranchised children and inspire generations around the world. We give thanks for his life and legacy. pic.twitter.com/X9UpOMH2eI— Bill Clinton (@BillClinton) December 29, 2022
"For everyone who loves the beautiful game, this is the day we never wanted to come. The day we lost Pelé."FIFA President Gianni Infantino pays tribute to Pelé:
— FIFA (@FIFAcom) December 29, 2022
One of the greatest to ever play the beautiful game. RIP, Pelé pic.twitter.com/bEX5xSqA6o— Drew McIntyre (@DMcIntyreWWE) December 29, 2022
Pele’s death is huge loss to Brazil and therefore Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro declared three days of national mourning, while president-elect Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, who is due to take office Sunday, tweeted: “Thank you, Pele.”
Pele was not only a Brazilian legend, he was a pioneer in football world. His legacy will always be cherished and his void can never be filled. Footballers from across the world shared their condolences for the departed soul. Neymar said Pele “transformed football into an art,” France’s Kylian Mbappe said his legacy “will never be forgotten,” and Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo called him an “inspiration to millions.” While, Argentina’s captain Lionel Messi wrote “Rest in peace.”
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The king of football has left us but his legacy will never be forgotten. RIP KING ????????… pic.twitter.com/F55PrcM2Ud— Kylian Mbappé (@KMbappe) December 29, 2022
Everything you see any player doing, Pelé did it first. RIP ⚽️???????? pic.twitter.com/SeW0z1hQTm— Erling Haaland (@ErlingHaaland) December 29, 2022
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