Pele, the Brazil football legend and three-time World Cup winner, has died at the age of 82.
He passed away on Thursday. His daughter, Kely Nascimento, confirmed the news on Instagram, writing: “Everything we are is thanks to you. We love you infinitely. Rest in peace.”
Edson Arantes do Nascimento, better known as Pele is widely considered to be football’s first global superstar. Pele had been treated for colon cancer, following surgery to remove a tumour in September 2021, and had required regular medical treatment.