At what age did Pele retire?

On 1 October 1977, Brazilian legend Pele, then aged 36, retired from professional football with an exhibition game for New York Cosmos against his former Brazilian side Santos.
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How long is Pele career?

In the 1960s and 1970s, Pele traveled the world with his club team Santos and his national team Brazil, entertaining crowds with his magical brand of soccer. He scored 1,281 goals in his 22-year career.
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At what age did Zidane retire?

Zinedine Zidane

Zidane was 34 by the time he retired after the 2006 World Cup, which is a good age to do so. However, his performances at the tournament suggested he had plenty more left in the tank. The France playmaker was at his irresistible best throughout the tournament as Les Bleus reached the final.
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At what age did Pele scored his last goal?

Pelé, who was only 17 years old, scored two goals to defeat Sweden in the final.
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Why did Pele retire early?

Pelé announced his retirement in 1974 but in 1975 agreed to a three-year $7 million contract with the New York Cosmos of the North American Soccer League and to promote the game in the United States. He retired after leading the Cosmos to the league championship in 1977.
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Pelé - Transformation From 1 To 77 Years Old



Can Pele speak English?

'” Pelé, who didn't speak English at the time, recalled to Esquire in 2016. “And I said, 'My God. '"
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At what age did Ronaldo retire?

Cristiano Ronaldo retirement plans from Football

Speaking of Cristiano Ronaldo retirement, the 36-year-old while speaking during the event said that he still has the passion to play this beautiful game and there is still a couple of years left in him before hanging up his boots.
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What age will Messi retire?

But a retirement following the 2022 World Cup, especially if that tournament ends in a trophy for him and Argentina, is a likely scenario based on his words and his age. By the time the following World Cup comes around in 2026, he will be turning 39 years old.
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Who is the god of football?

The football game has been graced by some of the most unparalleled talents over the years, but very few of them could be named in contention for the mantle of the god of football. So, who is the god of football? The answer would be Argentinian footballer, Diego Maradona.
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Is Pele the best of all time?

Pele is the clear winner in all criteria. His three-time World Cup-winning feat, from four World Cup appearances, is unlikely to be matched. Pele scored a Guinness World Record 1279 goals in 1363 games and also collected the following personal records along the way: Youngest winner of a World Cup.
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What team is Pele in FIFA 22?

FIFA 22 Icon | Brazil | Icons | ICO.
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Is Pele rich?

Pele Net Worth and Salary: Pelé is a retired Brazilian footballer who has a net worth of $100 million.
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Is CR7 retiring?

Cristiano Ronaldo dismisses Portugal retirement speculation after 2022 World Cup.
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Who is the oldest footballer?

The same can be said of former Japan international Kazuyoshi Miura, another consummate professional, who at 55 is still playing in the lower tiers of Japanese football. However, over in Uruguay, Robert Carmona can boast being the oldest player in football history.
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Is Messi vegan?

Unlike some other vegan celebs who have talked about their plant-based credentials in interviews or on their official websites, that is not the case with Messi. In fact, in the few interviews in which he has spoken about his diet, he appears to confirm that he is not a vegan at all.
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Is Leo Messi retiring?

Ex-FC Barcelona legend Lionel Messi plans to retire in the United States after buying a 35% stake in an MLS franchise in 2023. These claims have been made by DirecTV reporter Alex Candal, with Messi set to honor his two-year contract at Paris Saint Germain first and then venture over the Atlantic to Inter Miami.
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When was Ronaldo in his prime?

Cristiano Ronaldo's best ever club seasons, scoring at least 50 goals during the season: 2010-11 - 53 goals in 54 games, 7 hat-tricks. 2011-12 - 60 goals in 55 games, 7 hat-tricks. 2012-13 - 55 goals in 55 games, 5 hat-tricks.
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How many Hatrick does Pele have?

Pele has reportedly scored 92 hat-tricks for club and country in his career.
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Who is the king of football all time?

Pelé "The king of football" Pelé was a Brazilian football player who scored more than 1000 goals in his career and became 3 times winner of the World Cup with Brazil.
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Can Messi speak in English?

For many years, only Messi's close friends and family knew about his English level. But now the Barcelona legend has finally revealed his English language skills. "I've been learning English for a year and a half," Lionel Messi told journalist Guillem Balague in August this year. "I understand it but I don't speak it."
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