Brazil mourns death of hero Pele as Christ the Redeemer illuminated in green & fans take to the streets
to say: "For a sport that brings the world together like no other, Pelé’s rise from humble beginnings to soccer legend is a story of what is possible.Former president Bill Clinton shared: "Pelé was not only a football legend but also a humanitarian and global icon.
"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." World Cup finalist, and winner in 2018, Kylian Mbappe said: "The king of football has left us but his legacy will never be forgotten. RIP King."Brazil's current golden boy Neymar wrote: "Before Pele, 10 was just a number. I’ve read this phrase somewhere, at some point in my life.
Cristiano Ronaldo put on social media: "My deep condolences to all of Brazil, and in particular to the family of Edson Arantes do Nascimento.
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