Biography
Edson Arantes do Nascimento, better known by his nickname Pelé, was a Brazilian professional footballer who played as a forward. Widely regarded as one of the greatest players in history, he was among the most successful and popular sports figures of the 20th century. His 1,283 goals in 1,363 games, which includes exhibition games, is recognised as a Guinness World Record. In 1999, he was named Athlete of the Century by the International Olympic Committee and was included in the Time list of the 100 most important people of the 20th century. In 2000, Pelé was voted World Player of the Century by the International Federation of Football History & Statistics (IFFHS) and was one of the two joint winners of the FIFA Player of the Century, alongside Diego Maradona.
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Awards & recognition
- Ballon d'Or Dream Team · 2020
- FWA Tribute Award · 2018
- Silver Olympic Order · 2016
- Distinguished Guest of Mexico City · 2009
- Llaves de la Ciudad de Mexico · 2009
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- FIFA Presidential Award · 2007
- BBC Sports Personality of the Year Lifetime Achievement Award · 2005
- FIFA Player of the Century · 2000
- Laureus Lifetime Achievement Award · 2000
- Honorary Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire · 1997
- Marca Leyenda · 1997
- National Order of Merit · 1991
- FIFA Order of Merit · 1984
- Officer of the Order of Ouissam Alaouite · 1975
- honorary citizen of Baltimore · 1973
- South American Footballer of the Year · 1973
- BBC World Sport Star of the Year · 1970
- World Cup Golden Ball · 1970
- Order of Rio Branco · 1967
- Knight of the Legion of Honour · 1963
Filmography15 titles
Gold Stars: The Story of the FIFA World Cup Tournaments
Sergio Mendes in the Key of Joy
Pelé the Last Show: The Film
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
Diego Maradona
Pelé
Pele: Birth of a Legend
Mike Bassett: England Manager
Victory
In Search of Greatness
Bobby
McEnroe
Hotshot
When Soccer Came to America: Goals, Glamour and the Beautiful Game
Big-Time Soccer: The Remarkable Rise & Fall of the NASL