SANTOS, Brazil (AP) – The city where Pele rose to fame is honouring its favourite son as Brazil celebrates hosting the World Cup.
The port city of Santos inaugurated the Pele Museum today, with hundreds of dignitaries on hand to toast the Brazilian football great.
The 73-year-old Pele rode in on a tram to wild applause. Visibly emotional, he said the museum was a “dream” and he was proud to represent the city.
Considered by many to be the greatest footballer ever, Pele rose to stardom at Santos FC, where he played between 1956 and 1974. During that period he also led Brazil to three World Cup titles.
The museum houses more than 2 500 items related to Pele’s career, including trophies, jerseys and images of him with world leaders and celebrities.
Pele gets museum
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