He is credited with setting a world record with his 1,281 goals in 1,363 games during his 21-year career. This includes his 77 goals in his 92 appearances for his home country.
In 1958, 1962 and 1970 he was the only player to win the World Cup three times, and in 2000 he was named FIFA Player of the Century.
Home Pele: The Brazilian football legend has died at the age of 82.
