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Brazil to celebrate national 'King Pele Day' on November 19

Brazil to celebrate national 'King Pele Day' on November 19

The Brazilian government's official publication said Tuesday that President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva had passed a law sanctioning the national tribute to the three-time World Cup winner. The Brazilian soccer great died on Dec. 29, 2022, at the age of 82

03 July,2024 09:10 AM IST | Sao Paulo | AP
After Sir Frank, it’s Sir Viv

After Sir Frank, it’s Sir Viv

Sir Vivian Richards’ currency note in Antigua and other honours for iconic sportspersons

25 June,2024 07:48 PM IST | Antigua | Dr. Nilesh Mehta
Brazil legend Pele’s Mother, 101, no more

Brazil legend Pele’s Mother, 101, no more

Arantes was 17 when she gave birth to her first child on October 23, 1940, a baby who would grow up to be widely considered the greatest footballer of all time

23 June,2024 08:53 AM IST | Rio de Janeiro | AFP
Brazil pays tributes to Pelé one year after his death

Brazil pays tributes to Pelé one year after his death

A ceremony held at Rio de Janeiro's Christ the redeemer, one of the South American nation's most famous postcard locations, featured a projection of a Brazil shirt with Pelé's name and number 10 on the statue and a message from Pope Francis. Pelé was a devout Catholic throughout his life

30 December,2023 02:01 PM IST | Rio De Janeiro | AP

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