He has been described as a genius, the best of the best, a player who gifted his skills to the whole world. Brazil legend Pele is the iconic sporting figure for a country that regards itself as the game’s spiritual home.
From Santos to three World Cup wins and New York Cosmos, here’s a look at his life in pictures.
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