Brazilian football star Pele has died at the age of 82

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Pelé, the Brazilian king of soccer who won a record three World Cups and became one of the most commanding sports figures of the last century, died Thursday. He was 82.

Published 5 months ago · São Paulo, Brazil

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Times of India

Pele, Brazil's sublimely skilled soccer star who charmed the world, dead at 82

Born on Oct. 23, 1940, in the small Minas Gerais town of Tres Corações, or "Three Hearts", Edson Arantes do Nascimento learned the game from his father, a semi-professional player whose promising career was derailed by a knee injury.

5 months ago·Mumbai, India

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BBC News

Brazil legend Pele dies aged 82

Brazil legend Pele, who is regarded by many as football's greatest player, dies at the age of 82.

5 months ago·United Kingdom

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News18 India

Tributes Pour In As Brazilian Soccer Star Pele Dies at 82

“We love you endlessly. Rest in peace." His agent, Joe Fraga, confirmed his death: “The king has passed.”

5 months ago·India

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The Guardian

Pelé, Brazil World-Cup winner and football legend, dies aged 82

Brazil legend Pelé, whose captivating skill and athleticism ensured he was universally regarded as one of football’s greatest players, has died

5 months ago·London, United Kingdom

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Reuters

Soccer star Pele, Brazilian legend of the beautiful game, dies at 82

Pele rose from barefoot poverty to become one of the greatest and best-known athletes in modern history.

5 months ago·United Kingdom

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The Hindu

Pele dead: Brazil football great passes away after cancer battle, aged 82

Pele dead: Pele is Brazil’s all-time leading scorer with 77 goals in 92 games. Nicknamed the Black Pearl, Pele won one Ballon d’Or, three World Cups and scored a staggering 1,283 career goals.

5 months ago·India

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