Edson Arantes do Nascimento, or Pelé, as he was known all over the world, died this past December 29th. His death rattled the world of professional soccer, reminding fans and athletes that he was one of the sport’s largest icons, a figure that paved the way for younger players and changed the face of the sport.
Before his passing, Pelé shared a special wish that involved Lionel Messi. While he couldn’t deliver the message himself, one of his daughters, Kely Nascimento, shared the message to Messi’s wife, Antonela Roccuzzo.
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The event was celebrated in Paris, where Pele’s daughters, Kely and Flavia, were in attendance in order to represent their father and accept an homage in his name.
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