On December 29, 2022, Thursday evening, word of his passing spread. At age 82, Pelé, the king of the world’s most popular sport, passed away.
The king of the “beautiful game” has since appeared on news channels all over the world.
The New York Times, The Economist, The Cable, among many others, have all published various news articles on him, ranging from the news of his passing to his life in pictures and what he was for in Brazil, among other topics.
A well-known Nigerian columnist also praised the most beloved player in Brazil, who was born in 1940.
These reports from TheCable, The Economist, and The New York Times would help you know him more.
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