Football World Mourns Pele As Stars, Clubs Send Condolences

The news of Pele's death might not as come as a shock given the news coming from the hospital but it is still a painful loss to Brazil and the entire football community.

After the news broke on Thursday, several stars including Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have taken to their social media pages to send condolences to the family of the deceased

Ronaldo wrote on his Instagram, "My deep condolences to all of Brazil, and in particular, to the family of Edson Arantes do Nascimento. A mere "goodbye" to the eternal King Pelé will never be enough to express the pain that the entire football world is currently embracing.

 

 

 

 

 

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"An inspiration to so many millions, a reference yesterday, today and forever. The love you always showed me was reciprocated in every moment we shared even from distance. He will never be forgotten and his memory will live forever in each and every one of us football lovers. Rest in peace King Pelé".

Messi who is enjoying his first-ever World Cup triumph wrote " Rest in peace, @pele.

 

 

 

 

 

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Sir Geoff Hurst tweeted that, "I have so many memories of Pele, without doubt, the best footballer I ever played against (with Bobby Moore being the best footballer I ever played alongside).

"For me, Pele remains the greatest of all time and I was proud to be on the pitch with him. RIP Pele and thank you.

I have so many memories of Pele, without doubt the best footballer I ever played against (with Bobby Moore being the best footballer I ever played alongside). For me Pele remains the greatest of all time and I was proud to be on the the pitch with him. RIP Pele and thank you. pic.twitter.com/oCpQlw7EIK

— Sir Geoff Hurst (@TheGeoffHurst) December 29, 2022

English footballer Gary Neville said, "Rest in Peace the legend Pele. What a Smile"

Rest in Peace the legend Pele. What a Smile ??? pic.twitter.com/6uvPJgYoNF

— Gary Neville (@GNev2) December 29, 2022
 

Pele has died. The most divine of footballers and joyous of men. He played a game only a few chosen ones have come close to. 3 times he lifted the most coveted gold trophy in that beautiful yellow shirt. He may have left us but he’ll always have footballing immortality. RIP Pele

— Gary Lineker ?? (@GaryLineker) December 29, 2022

Descanse em paz, Rei Pelé. Obrigado pela glória que você deu ao Brasil e ao futebol. Seu legado é eterno. ⭐⭐⭐ pic.twitter.com/ehn9Ouk4ht

— Casemiro (@Casemiro) December 29, 2022

Rest easy king ? pic.twitter.com/V1Qa1FsZYh

— Marcus Rashford (@MarcusRashford) December 29, 2022

We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Pele, an extraordinarily gifted footballer who transcended our sport and inspired millions throughout his remarkable career.

Our thoughts and sincere condolences go to Pele’s family and friends. pic.twitter.com/ocr5KF239t

— Premier League (@premierleague) December 29, 2022

We are truly saddened to hear the news of Pele’s passing.

As a club, we had the privilege of hosting Pele in 1981, at Highbury. A memory we will always cherish.

Our thoughts, along with entire football community are with Pele's loved ones today. pic.twitter.com/PZgWmXvSRh

— Arsenal (@Arsenal) December 29, 2022

Remembering Pelé at Spotify Camp Nou ??https://t.co/Ly8V2kTvf5

— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) December 29, 2022

Rest in peace, Pele.

Thank you for the joy you brought to football fans around the world ❤️ pic.twitter.com/Ypo6NGxdqS

— Manchester United (@ManUtd) December 29, 2022

Official Statement: Pelé's passing.#RealMadrid

— Real Madrid C.F. ???? (@realmadriden) December 29, 2022