Five FIFA World Cup Records Set By Pele

Pele, the legendary player is widely regarded as one of the best to ever grace the sport.

During his playing days, Pele was a joy to watch. In 1958, 1962, and 1970, he led Brazil to three World Cup victories.

In 92 international appearances, he scored 77 goals. In addition, the great striker won numerous trophies at both the domestic and international levels.

Years after both had retired from football, his rivalry with Diego Maradona was still talked about. 

Pele set numerous records in both club and international football. He achieved five famous accomplishments during the World Cup, the sport's most prestigious tournament.

Here is a look at the five World Cup records set by Brazil’s legend.

1. Youngest Goal Scorer

Pele scored at the 1958 FIFA World Cup at the age of 17 years and 239 days, becoming the tournament's youngest goalscorer.

He accomplished this milestone after scoring in a 1-0 quarter-final victory over Wales.

In the 66th minute, he scored for the national team. That goal was decisive, and it also made him the youngest goalscorer in World Cup history.

2. Youngest Goal Scorer In The Final

Pele also scored in the 1958 FIFA World Cup final. He scored twice for his country in a 5-2 triumph over Sweden.

Brazil won its first World Cup triumph thanks to his goals and those of Vava and Zagallo.

Pele was 17 years and 249 days old when he scored for Brazil in the World Cup final against Sweden.

3. Youngest Hat trick Scorer

During the 1958 World Cup, Pele became the youngest player in World Cup history to score a hat trick.

The attacker scored a hat trick against France in the semi-finals at the age of 17 years and 244 days.

Brazil and France scored seven goals in a 5-2 thriller, with the victor advancing to the final.

Pele netted a hat trick in the second half to lead his team to the final in style.

4. Youngest Player To Play In The Final

Pele became the youngest player in FIFA World Cup history to reach the final. During the 1958 edition, he accomplished this achievement.

That World Cup was memorable for both the player and the national squad.

Pele set numerous records while Brazil won the tournament. He was only 17 years and 249 days old when the Selecao defeated Sweden in the World Cup final.

5. Youngest Player To Win The Silver Ball

For Pele, the 1958 edition was notable for various reasons. He not only broke numerous records, but he also established himself as a football superstar at such a young age.

Pele was awarded the silver ball following the 1958 World Cup.

The Silver Ball award is given to the second-best player after the Golden Ball award is handed to the greatest player. Brazil's Didi won the Golden Ball in 1958, while Pele became the youngest winner of the Silver Ball.