Pele is a Brazilian former professional soccer player and widely regarded as one of the greatest soccer players of all time. He was born Edson Arantes do Nascimento on October 23, 1940 in Tres Coracoes, Brazil. Pele began playing soccer at a young age and quickly gained recognition for his skills on the field. He made his professional debut with Santos FC at the age of 15 and quickly became one of the team's star players.

Pele's international career took off in 1958 when he helped lead Brazil to victory in the World Cup, scoring two goals in the final match against Sweden. He went on to play in four more World Cups, winning the tournament again in 1962 and 1970. Pele's skill and leadership on the field made him a key player for the Brazilian national team and he is credited with helping to popularize soccer in Brazil and around the world.

In addition to his success on the international stage, Pele also had a successful club career. He played for Santos FC for nearly two decades and helped lead the team to numerous victories in domestic and international competitions. Pele retired from professional soccer in 1977, but his legacy in the sport lives on. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest soccer players of all time and has received numerous accolades for his contributions to the sport.

Despite his success on the field, Pele is also known for his philanthropic efforts. He has worked with various charitable organizations and has supported numerous causes, including children's welfare and disaster relief. His contributions to soccer and his philanthropic efforts have made him an iconic figure not just in Brazil, but around the world.