Crystal Palace and Fulham both pay respects to Brazilian great Pele
Some of our football clubs have paid their respects to Brazilian legend Pele, who passed away yesterday.
The 82-year-old won the World Cup three times and is regarded as one of the most brilliant players of all time.
Pele’s Twitter account posted: “Inspiration and love marked the journey of King Pele, who peacefully passed away today. Love, love and love, forever.”
Crystal Palace tweeted: “A true legend of the game. Rest in peace, Pele.”
A true legend of the game.
Rest in peace, Pelé.#CPFC pic.twitter.com/c44iP5p5Yv
— Crystal Palace F.C. (@CPFC) December 29, 2022
RIP, Pelé. 🖤 pic.twitter.com/h7FdU4sT1V
— Fulham Football Club (@FulhamFC) December 29, 2022
The Brazilian Football Confederation said: “Pele was much more than the greatest sportsperson of all time.
“Our king of football was the greatest exponent of a victorious Brazil, who was never afraid when faced with difficulty. He promised his father a World Cup and he presented us with three.
“The King gave us a new Brazil and we are so thankful for his legacy. Thank you, Pele.”
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