Brazilian Football Federation CBF: “Pelé was much more than the greatest sportsman of all time. The king of football was the emblematic embodiment of Brazil’s victories, he never shied away from a challenge. Born as a small black boy in Tres Coracoes, Pelé showed us that it was always there is another way. (…) The King has given us a new Brazil and we can only thank him for his legacy. Thank you, Pelé.”
Lionel Messi (Soccer world champion and striker Paris Saint-Germain/ARG): “Rest in peace, Pelé.”
Kylian Mbappe (Forward Paris Saint-Germain/FRA): “The king of football has left us, but his legacy will never be forgotten. RIP King.”
Image: FRANCK FIFE (AFP)
Cristiano Ronaldo (Forward/POR): “My deepest condolences to all of Brazil and especially to Edson Arantes do Nascimento’s family. A mere ‘farewell’ to the eternal King Pelé will never be enough to express the pain that the whole world of football is feeling in at that moment. An inspiration for so many millions of people, a reference from yesterday, from today, from always. The affection he always showed me was returned in all the moments we spent together, even if we were far apart . He will never be forgotten and his memory will live on in all of us football fans forever. Rest in peace King Pele.”
Image: FABRICE COFFRINI (AFP)
Gary Lineker (Ex-Striker/ENG): “Pelé died. The most divine footballer and man. He played a game that only a select few could match. 3 times he lifted the most significant gold trophy in the beautiful yellow jersey. He likes gone from us, but he will always have football immortality. RIP Pelé.”
Welsh Football Association: “Pelé broke our hearts in 1958 when his first World Cup goal eliminated Wales. Today our hearts are broken again. A true sporting legend. Our thoughts are with the people of Brazil and the global football family.”
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