Pele: A Footballing Legend's Journey from Santos to the Cosmos

Pele began his football career in 1956, quickly rising to fame as a top scorer. He achieved numerous records with Santos FC, including winning the Coppa Liba Torres and the Intercontinental Cup. After retiring in 1974, Pele returned to play for the New York Cosmos, sparking interest in soccer in the US. He ended his career with an exhibition match and left a lasting legacy in football history.

What was Pele's most prolific goal scoring season at club level, and how many goals did he score that season?

In which year did Pele achieve the remarkable feat of scoring his one thousandth career goal?

What did Pele dedicate his one thousandth career goal to?

How many goals did Pele score during his career at Santos?

What motivated Pele to come out of retirement to play for the New York Cosmos?