Legendary Brazilian footballer, Pele, passed away at the age of 82. The football magician breathed his last in Sao Paulo on Thursday after a long battle with cancer.
The legendary footballer had been in and out of the hospital after a tumour was discovered inside his colon. The king of football, also named Edson Arantes do Nascimento, is the only player to win three world cups for his country (1958, 1962 and 1970). He also scored 1281 goals in his football career and 12 World Cup goals.
Pele was a winner of trophies and hearts as a footballer. His winning smile and personality made many celebrities, presidents and fans endear him. The world is mourning the passing away of the magician of a footballer.
Here is how the world reacts at his death –
"Before Pele, '10' was just a number. I read that phrase somewhere, at some point in my life. But that phrase, beautiful, is incomplete. I'd say before Pele, football was just a sport. – Neymar
For a sport that brings the world together like no other, Pele’s rise from humble beginnings to soccer legend is a story of what is possible. Today, (first lady) Jill and I’s thoughts are with his family and all those who loved him. – Joe Biden
“Rest in peace, Pele.” – Pele
"My condolences to the whole family. Rest in peace eternal King." – Ronaldinho
"Forever the King of football, the Legend! Rest in peace, Pelé. " - Thiago Silva
