Pelé - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | October 23, 1940 |
|---|---|
| Age | 85 |
| Birthplace | Três Corações, Minas Gerais, Brazil |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio - (see also Pelé's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Being one of the greatest football (soccer) players in history, winning three FIFA World Cups with Brazil, and popularizing the sport globally. |
Intro
Pelé was a legendary Brazilian footballer, widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time. Known for his extraordinary skill, prolific goal-scoring ability, and global impact on the sport, Pelé became a worldwide ambassador for football.
Early Life & Background
Born Edson Arantes do Nascimento, Pelé grew up in poverty in Três Corações, Minas Gerais, Brazil. As a child, he played football with improvised balls and developed his skills on the streets before joining a local youth team. His football talent was recognized at a young age, leading to a professional debut for Santos FC at age 15.
Career Highlights
- Won three FIFA World Cups with Brazil (1958, 1962, 1970), the only player to do so.
- Scored over 1,000 career goals in official matches (including friendlies).
- Played the majority of his club career for Santos FC, winning numerous domestic and international titles.
- Played for the New York Cosmos in the North American Soccer League, helping popularize football in the United States.
- Named FIFA's Player of the Century (shared with Diego Maradona) in 1999.
Trivia
- Pelé's birth name is Edson Arantes do Nascimento.
- He was declared a national treasure by the Brazilian government to prevent European clubs from signing him.
- Pelé was named after American inventor Thomas Edison, but his birth certificate was misspelled as 'Edson'.
- He served as a global ambassador for football and UNICEF after retiring.
FAQs
People also ask
Pelé is 85 years old.
Pelé was born the 23 October 1940.
Três Corações, Minas Gerais, Brazil.
On His Birth-Day
About October 23rd, 1940, in brief:
- Historical events: Italy presents an ultimatum to Greece during the night, effectively serving as a declaration of war. This diplomatic move precedes the imminent Italian invasion from Albania, marking a critical moment in the expansion of World War II.
- Day of the week: October 23rd, 1940 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: The Grapes of Wrath directed by John Ford
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