1970 FIFA World Cup
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The 1970 FIFA World Cup was the ninth edition of the FIFA World Cup, the quadrennial international football championship for men's senior national teams. Held from 31 May to 21 June in Mexico, it was
An Adidas Telstar football used at the 1970 World Cup matches.
Official poster
Plaque commemorating the "Game of the Century"
Adidas Telstar of 1974
Pelé
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Edson Arantes do Nascimento, better known by his nickname Pelé, was a Brazilian professional footballer who played as a forward. Widely regarded as one of the greatest players in history, he was among
1970 FIFA World Cup
…permanently keep the Jules Rimet Trophy, and a new trophy was introduced in 1974. The victorious team, led by Carlos Alberto and featuring players such as Pelé, Gérson, Jairzinho, Rivellino and Tostão, is often cited as the greatest football team of all time. They achieved a perfect record of wins in all six…
Pelé with Brazil in 1970
Pelé with Santos in October 1962. By this time, he was ranked as the best football player in the world.
Pelé, shown before he faced Boca Juniors during the 1963 Copa Libertadores Finals at La Bombonera
Pelé entering the field to play his first game with the Cosmos on 15 June 1975