It is a legend of the round ball that no longer needs to be introduced. The king Skin is one of the football stars who wrote the history of this sport which brings together in the stadiums, thousands of fans during the matches. A few hours ago the king Skin celebrated its 80th birthday. The football star did not want to let this opportunity pass without sending a message to his fans but also to the opponents he met during his rich career which continues to be mentioned in the press.
In a video message, Skin was grateful to God who granted him health at this advanced age but also for his achievements during his career on the football fields. But he had a little wink at the place of his opponents that he beat. Pelé simply apologized to them, stressing the sadness that a loss can bring during a match. “I was able to do something that made people sad with a few victories for Santos, Brazil or the Brazilian army team or with all the championships that I have won. Of course for the other team it’s always a little sad but that’s life, forgive me“, Says the football legend.
Three world cups won
In the history of football, Pelé wrote his name in golden letters. With the Brazilian national team, the Seleçao, the former glory of the football of this country snatched three world titles in particular in 1958, in 1962 and finally in 1970. Pelé is also six titles with the Brazilian football club Santos, two crowns for the competition of the best clubs of the South American continent and other continental titles of South America. This name will remain etched in football history for a long time.
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