Childhood:

Pelé was conceived Edson Arantes do Nascimento on October 23, 1940 in Brazil, the primary offspring of João Ramos and Dona Celeste. Named after Thomas Edison and nicknamed "Dico," Pelé moved with his family to the city of Bauru as a young man.

João Ramos, also called "Dondinho," attempted to gain a living as a soccer player, and Pelé experienced childhood in destitution. All things considered, he built up a simple ability for soccer by kicking a moved up sock loaded down with clothes around the boulevards of Bauru. The root of the "Pelé" moniker is hazy, however he loathed it when his companions initially alluded to him that way.

As an immature, Pele joined a young squad trained by Waldemar de Brito, a previous individual from the Brazilian national soccer group. De Brito in the long run persuaded Pele's family to let the growing phenom forget home and strive for the Santos proficient soccer club when he was 15.

Conceived:

October 23, 1940 (age 77), Brazil

Full name:

Edson Arantes do Nascimento

Tallness:

1.73 m

Companion:

Marcia Aoki (m. 2016), Assíria Nascimento (m. 1994– 2008), Rosemeri dos Reis Cholbi (m. 1966– 1982)

Did you know:

Pelé positions fifth among FIFA World Cup players by objectives scored (12).

Jersey:

10

Bicycle kick:

Respect the Legend.