Pele, a legendary personality in the sport of football, died away on Thursday in Sao Paulo, Brazil, after a protracted battle with illness. Many prominent players from other sports throughout the globe have paid respect to Pele.
The athlete, who had previously won three World Cups, became a revered icon of international football and was admired by millions of people all over the world.
A tweet from the Brazilian Football Federation simply said, “King Pele,” and included three crown emojis under the phrase.
Neymar, who plays for Brazil and Paris Saint-Germain, made the statement that his compatriot had “turned football into an art.”
The successor to Pele’s famous jersey number said on Instagram, with two images of himself with the late great, “Before Pele, ’10’ was simply a number.” Pele wore the number 10 throughout his playing career.
Before Pele came along, football was little more than a recreational activity. He elevated football to the level of an art and a means of entertainment… Both football and Brazil rose in prominence as a result of the king’s efforts. Even if he is no longer here, his magic will live on. Pele is immortal!”
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Kylian Mbappe, the rising star who will represent France in the 2022 World Cup and who won the World Cup as a youngster in 2018, said that Pele’s legacy “will never be forgotten.”
During this time, the world-famous Argentine athlete Lionel Messi paid tribute to Pele by posting an Instagram photo of the two of them together with the caption “Rest in peace, Pele.”
A photo of Cristiano Ronaldo getting an award from Pele was uploaded on his Instagram account along with the following message: “My sincere sympathies to everyone of Brazil, and in especially to the family of Mr. Edson Arantes do Nascimento.
“A simple ‘goodbye’ to the immortal King Pele will never be adequate to communicate the anguish that today encompasses the whole of the football world,” Pele was known as one of the game’s greatest players.
He continued by saying, “A reference from the past, the present, and into eternity; an inspiration for so many millions.” Even though we were not physically close, he gave me love on a consistent basis, and I returned it in each and every minute we spent together.
“He will never be forgotten, and those of us who love football will carry his memory with us for the rest of our lives,” King Pele, may you finally rest in peace.
An emotional tribute was paid by Ronaldo, who is considered to be one of Brazil’s best strikers and who won the World Cup in 2022. “Unique, Genius, Technical, Creative, Perfect, and Unmatched in Its Kind. Pele has a habit of remaining everywhere he goes. “He has never been below the top, but now he is leaving us,” he remarked.
A great loss to not just football but to the whole world of sports. There will never be another!
Your legacy will live on forever.
Rest in Peace Pele! ♥️ ⚽ pic.twitter.com/Nv0CFQVEpf— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) December 30, 2022
“The one and only, undisputed king of football. The most accomplished person in history. What an honour it is to follow someone of your calibre, buddy. Your ability is a classroom that each and every player ought to attend.
“His legacy will go on for many years to come. And this is how you will continue to exist. We shall celebrate you today and every day that follows. Thank you, Pele. Rest in peace.”
Pele will leave behind a legacy that will last forever, according to Cafu, a former Brazil captain who won two World Cups. This report that Pele has passed away is not true… Pele will never die. Pele is not going anywhere, ever. Pele will continue to exist indefinitely. Pele is indestructible, Pele is king, Pele is one of a kind; he has only gone to bed for a little while.
Pele was acclaimed as the “best of all time” by Geoff Hurst, who won the World Cup with England in the past.
Pele led Brazil to a 1-0 victory against England in their World Cup group stage encounter in 1970. Hurst, who played against Pele during that tournament, regarded the striker as the finest player he had ever competed against.
“Everyone who loves football, loves Pele,” was the statement made by the Football Association, which paid homage to Pele by lighting up the Wembley arch in the colours of Brazil.
The Norwegian striker for Manchester City paid his own respects to Pelé by sending an homage to him on Twitter. He said, “Everything you see any player doing, Pelé did it first.” RIP”
Pele was dubbed “the best player in the history of the game” by Sepp Blatter, a former president of Fifa.
Blatter, who commanded the governing body of international football from 1998 to 2015 and is now 86 years old, expressed his “immense sadness” upon learning of Pele’s passing.
Many different football teams from all across the globe have posted their own individual tributes to Pele. On their social media accounts, Manchester United stated, “Rest in peace, Pele. Thank you for making the lives of football lovers all across the globe a little bit brighter.
Usain Bolt, a former sprinter from Jamaica who won eight gold medals at the Olympics, referred to Bolt as “a sports great” in a tweet that he sent. King Pele, may you finally rest in peace.
Leading figures from the world of cricket have also expressed their condolences over Pele’s passing. Indian batting great Sachin Tendulkar was one of those who took to Twitter to express his condolences, writing that Pele’s passing is “a great loss not just to football but to the whole world of sports.” There will never be another opportunity like this! Your name will be remembered for all time. Rest in Peace Pele!”
Ravi Shastri, a former head coach for India, said the following on his Twitter account: “Irreplaceable loss to the athletic world.
The beating of the sport’s heart. A magician who enchanted and motivated many people throughout the years! A genuine Legend #Pele RIP King.”
One of India’s most accomplished hitters, Yuvraj Singh, took to Twitter to express his gratitude and use the hashtag “Legend.” You will always be remembered with fondness. A football player who has won the World Cup three times and who exudes classic beauty on the pitch. You are responsible for the fact that millions of people began playing the game. “May you finally rest in peace, the #GOAT,”
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
However, it wasn’t only other players that voiced their respect and appreciation for the departed star. Politicians and world leaders conveyed their condolences and remembrances of Pelé, including Barack Obama, the 44th President of the United States, who said in a statement that Pelé was “one of the best to ever play the beautiful game.” And being one of the most famous sportsmen in the history of the sport, he was well aware of the force that can be wielded by athletics to bring people together. Our prayers and thoughts are with his family as well as all of those who knew and loved him.
Pele’s ascent from modest beginnings to soccer legend status is a narrative of what is possible, tweeted the current Vice President of the United States, Joe Biden. “For a sport that pulls the globe together like no other, Pele’s rise from humble beginnings to soccer legend status is a story.”
Other Brazilian leaders, including President Jair Bolsonaro, have also taken to social media to pay their respects, with the president tweeting, “Sorrow for the departure of a man who through football carried the name of Brazil to the world.” He brought both beauty and delight to the sport of football.
And the president-elect, Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, said: “I had the advantage that younger Brazilians didn’t have: I watched Pele play, live, in Pacaembu and Morumbi.” Pele was a famous Brazilian footballer who played at two different stadiums: Pacaembu and Morumbi. Play, no. I went to see Pele in concert. Because whenever he had possession of the ball, he would always do something extraordinary, which would often result in a goal.