The World's Greatest Footballer - signed by Pele
The world's greatest footballer - what other way is there to describe the Brazilian master, Pele? But who would have thought that Edson Arantes Do Nascimento, born to a poor family in Tres Coracos in 1940, would become the player against whom all others are measured?
Taught the game by his father, his prodigious talent was soon recognised and at the age of 11 he was taken to Sao Paulo by one of the country's leading players, Waldemar de Brito. Scoring on his debut at 16, he was soon drafted into the national team, with whom he went to the first of his four World Cups, at the age of just 17.
Speed, strength, balance, vision, heading, shooting - Pele was blessed with every possible footballing attribute. Statistics often tell only half the story, but 1,280 career goals, including 97 for Brazil, is a truly astounding tally and goes some way to demonstrating what a unique player he was.
Perhaps his finest moment came in 1970 when he led a Brazil team, widely considered the best ever assembled, to victory at the 1970 World Cup. Their dazzling play, with Pele at the heart of everything, was like nothing ever seen before and the opposition was simply blown away. The crowning glory came in the final when he scored Brazil's 100th World Cup goal.
Own a piece of sporting history
For the first time in the UK, Pele has signed a limited edition print, featuring the most iconic image of the Brazilian legend. He is captured celebrating his goal in the 1970 World Cup final, held aloft by team-mate Jarzinho. Now you can own this piece of football history, hand-signed by the greatest footballer in the world.
Personally Signed
Each print has been personally signed by Pele. As a world footballing icon, his signature is extremely rare and one of the most sought after in the world. Each print is supplied with a Certificate of Authenticity..
Strictly Limited Edition
Only 500 copies of this print will ever be released. Over 100 copies were sold within a week of its release on 1 November 2004 and it will sell out extremely quickly. Early ordering is essential to ensure you do not miss out.