All About

PELÉ

Meet Edson Arantes do Nascimento, the legendary figure known to the world as Pelé. With an incredible tally of 1,279 goals in 1,363 matches, he left an indelible mark on the sport. In 1999, the IFFHS crowned him Football Player of the Century, a testament to his unparalleled skill and dominance on the field. Regarded by fans and critics alike as the greatest soccer player of all time, Pelé’s legacy continues to inspire generations of players and enthusiasts alike.

Fun Facts & Hidden Details

In 1962, Pelé achieved an unprecedented feat, guiding Santos to a historic quadruple triumph in all four competitions. As he celebrated his 1,000th goal, he paid tribute to the underprivileged children of Brazil, symbolizing his enduring commitment to making a difference. Tragically, Pelé’s life was cut short by cancer in 2022, and his hometown of Santos mourned the loss of the legendary football icon in a grand funeral procession.

Family Life, Relationships & Personal Life

With a career spanning multiple decades, Tony Ramos’s personal life was marked by three significant marriages. The first of these was to Rosemeri dos Reis Cholbi, whom he wed in 1966 and remained with until their divorce in 1982. Ramos then married Assiria Nascimento in 1994, and they spent 14 years together before parting ways in 2008. In 2016, he entered into a new union with Marcia Aoki, solidifying his third marriage. Throughout his life, Tony Ramos was blessed with a total of five children, comprising two daughters and a son from his first marriage, and a pair of twins born to him and Assiria.

Early Life Before Fame

He was officially named after Thomas Edison, but it’s believed he earned the nickname “Pele” during childhood after the way he pronounced the goalkeeper for his hometown Vasco da Gama team, Bilé.

Career and Collabs

A legendary footballer’s legacy continued to unfold, as Pelé’s 77 goals in 92 appearances for Brazil set a high standard over 40 years later, when Ronaldo’s impressive tally of 62 goals in 98 matches for the national team left an indelible mark, solidifying his position as one of Brazil’s most prolific strikers.

PELÉ

Fans Also Viewed

Related Stars