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How the devestating 1966 loss impacted Pelé

Pelé’s impressive soccer career has earned him a legacy of being one of the greats, but even he endured his fair share of losses.

In 1966 Pelé competed for Brazil against England in the World Cup, which resulted in a devastating loss.

Pelé described the loss as “the saddest moment in my life.”

The loss even made Pelé consider quitting soccer until he was persuaded by Brazil’s military junta to continue his career.

Youngest ever World Cup scorer

Pelé is the only soccer player to score in a World Cup before their 18th birthday.

He was only 17 years old when he scored six goals in his first World Cup.

There are only nine other players to score in the Cup during their teens.

How the devestating 1966 loss impacted Pelé

Pelé’s impressive soccer career has earned him a legacy of being one of the greats, but even he endured his fair share of losses.

In 1966 Pelé competed for Brazil against England in the World Cup, which resulted in a devastating loss.

Pelé described the loss as “the saddest moment in my life.”

The loss even made Pelé consider quitting soccer until he was persuaded by Brazil’s military junta to continue his career.

Dubbed the ‘King of Brazil’

Pelé quickly rose to fame after his memorable performance in his first World Cup in 1958.

Pelé scored two goals during the game, leading to Brazil’s 5-2 victory.

He then became an overnight superstar and Brazilians began calling him the King of Brazil.

Pelé said of his early fame, “I couldn’t go outside. Everywhere I went, people came up to me.”

How Pelé’s career took off

Pelé got his start as a soccer player on his youth team as a young teen.

His coach Waldemar de Brito told Pelé at just 15 that he would become the “greatest player in the world.”

Only a year later, Pelé was invited to play for Brazil and helped the team win their first World Cup in 1968.

Pelé’s humble beginnings

The young Brazilian didn’t grow up with much and would practice soccer with a sock stuffed with paper.

Pelé earned money by shining shoes before becoming the soccer star he is known as today.

He recalled of his childhood, “We came from nothing — we didn’t have much. We were poor but my father always worked.”

Pelé speaks out

Pelé has spoken out on social media after news broke of his hospital visit.

He posted to Instagram Saturday evening, “My friends, I want to keep everyone calm and positive. I’m strong, with a lot of hope and I follow my treatment as usual.”

“I want to thank the entire medical and nursing team for all the care I have received.”

“I have a lot of faith in God and every message of love I receive from you all over the world keeps me full of energy. And watch Brazil in the World Cup too!”

He concluded, “Thank you so much for everything. 🙏🏾”

Gary Lineker has given update

Former English soccer player Gary Lineker gave the public an update on Pelé’s health.

He stated, “The great Brazilian footballer Pele is still undergoing treatment and remains stable.

That’s the latest we’ve got from his hospital in Sao Paulo.”

Pelé’s net worth revealed

Pelé’s net worth currently stands at $100million, according to Celebrity Net Worth.

Contributing to this worth, Pelé’s philanthropical has become well-known after his retirement from his athletic career. 

He was designated as a United Nations ambassador for ecology and the environment in 1992. He was named a UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador in 1994.

‘Sad to read this news’

Fans are devastated to hear that Pele has been reportedly moved to end of life care.

One fan wrote on Twitter: “Sad to read this news. Few names were uttered in my house growing up more than his.”

“He was a friend of my Dad’s during their time at the Cosmos. He even sent kind words to the hospice when my dad was very ill.”

Pele in stable condition

A note from the hospital, released to the Brazilian press confirmed:

“After medical evaluation, the patient was taken to a common room, without the need for hospitalisation in a semi-intensive unit or ICU.”

“The former player has full control of vital functions and stable clinical condition.”

‘Always nice to receive positive messages’

Accompanying a tribute picture from Qatar, which showed a building lit up with Pele’s face and a “Get Well Soon” message, he wrote on social media:

“Friends, I am at the hospital making my monthly visit.

“It’s always nice to receive positive messages like this.

“Thanks to Qatar for this tribute and to everyone who sends me good vibes.”

‘Strength King’

Brazilians Rivaldo and Vinicius Jr added “Strength King” to their social media channels in support of Pele.

The tribute comes after the soccer legend was hospitalized for a respiratory infection.

France superstar Kylian Mbappe also paid tribute, tweeting: “Pray for the King.”

Does Pele have children with his wife?

The lovebirds do not have any children together.

However, Pele has seven children from previous marriages and reported affairs.

More on Marcia Aoki

Born to parents Paulo Aoki and Isaura Aoki, Marcia is of Japanese descent.

Pele’s wife was born in Sao, Paulo, Brazil, and has a brother named Carlos Alberto Aoki.

Marcia attended her local school in Brazil before heading off to high school to secure a bachelor’s degree, and that led to Aoki starting a business in the medical supplies sector.

Inside Pelé’s marriages, part two

After Pelé’s divorce to his first wife Rosemeri, he married gospel singer Assiria Lemos Seixas.

The two were married in 2000 but later divorced in 2008.

Pelé and Assiria had twins together named Joshua and Celeste.

Pelé then married his third wife Marcia Aoki in 2016 but they had reportedly met decades earlier in the 80s.

Inside Pelé’s marriages

Pelé married his first wife Rosemeri dos Reis Cholbi in 1966 when he was 25.

He said of his first marriage, “I married her because I met her when I was too young. I liked her a lot. But that passion when you are madly in love — we didn’t have any of that.”

Pelé and Rosemeri had three children together including their son Edinho who battled with a drug addiction.

Their marriage ended in 1982 after he was linked to Brazilian model Xuxa.

More on Pelé’s romances

Pelé had a romance with housemaid Anisia Machado resulting in the birth of their daughter Sandra who died from cancer in 2006.

He did not have a relationship with Sandra even after courts ruled she was his daughter in 1996.

Pelé also had an affair with journalist Lenita Kurtz who is the mother of his daughter Flavia.

Pelé opened up about affairs

Pelé has been open about his affairs during the peak of his career.

He stated, “In all honesty I’ve had a few affairs, some of which resulted in children, but I’ve only learned about them later.”

Pelé admitted in a Netflix documentary that he was honest about his affairs with prior wives and girlfriends.

He confessed, “My first wife, first girlfriend, knew about it. I never lied.”

Does Pelé have any kids?

Pelé has seven children from previous marriages and reported affairs.

His children Kelly Cristina, Edson Jr, and Jennifer are from his first marriage with Rosemeri dos Reis Cholbi.

He had twins with his second wife Assiria Nascimento named Joshua and Celeste.

Pelé also has two children named Flavia and Sandra Regina Machado.

Who is Pelé’s wife?

Pelé is married to Marcia Aoki who he reportedly met in New York during the 1980s.

Rumors swirled of a romance between the two for decades but it wasn’t until 2016 that they finally confirmed their relationship.

They were married that year and Marcia became Pelé’s third wife.

Brazil fans send support to their soccer star

Brazil fans have continued to support Pelé decades after his retirement.

Coach Tite sent a positive message to Pelé in a press conference prior to Friday’s final game against Cameroon.

Brazil fans also hung a get well soon banner for Pelé before the match, Yahoo! News reports.

After the win against Cameroon, the team will go on to compete against South Korea on Monday.

What is palliative care?

Palliative care refers to a treatment designed to reduce pain among people with serious illnesses.

Pelé was hospitalized earlier this week after he stopped responding to chemotherapy for bowel cancer.

He has been transferred to the palliative care ward while he battles a respiratory infection.

Pelé’s record

Pelé is considered one of soccer’s greatest legends.

He has won three World Cups with Brazil, scored 643 goals in 659 official matches, and netted 77 times in 92 matches.

Brazilian manager adds to the tributes

Brazilian manager Tite added to the tributes for Pelé after hearing the news of his health condition.

Tete stated, “We found out the news on Wednesday, he is possibly one of the biggest representatives of Brazil. We wish him good health.

“That’s the feeling of all of us from the Brazil squad. We are wishing Pele all the best.”