Pelé is officially credited with scoring over 1,000 goals in his career, a rare achievement in football history.

Pelé is the only player in history to have won three FIFA World Cups (1958, 1962, and 1970).

Pelé retired from professional football in 1977 after playing for Santos and the New York Cosmos.

Pelé played most of his professional career with Santos FC, scoring over 600 goals for the club.

Pelé’s full name is Edson Arantes do Nascimento, though he is universally known by his nickname.

Pelé is widely regarded as one of the greatest football players of all time.

Pelé was primarily a forward, known for his goal-scoring abilities and versatility on the field.

Pelé famously wore the number 10 jersey, which is now synonymous with greatness in football.

Pelé won his first FIFA World Cup in 1958 at the age of 17, becoming the youngest player to achieve this feat.

Pelé was often called The King of Football (“O Rei do Futebol”) for his unparalleled contributions to the sport.