Neymar, Cristiano Ronaldo, soccer stars and clubs pay tribute to legendary Brazilian soccer star Pelé
Transcendent Brazilian soccer superstar Pelé died Thursday. He was 82.
It's impossible to overstate the impact Pelé had on the game all over the world. His ability, success and joy on the pitch inspired an entire generation of soccer superstars. Even his opponents seemed to love Pelé.
A number of those players shared their love for Pelé on Thursday. Neymar, Cristiano Ronaldo and Kylian Mbappé were among the first to pay tribute to Pelé.
The king of football has left us but his legacy will never be forgotten.
— Kylian Mbappé (@KMbappe) December 29, 2022
RIP KING ????????… pic.twitter.com/F55PrcM2Ud
One of Pelé's final tweets congratulated Mbappé for breaking one of Pelé's records.
Two-time Olympic gold medalist Carli Lloyd also chimed in, calling Pelé an "Icon. Legend. Goat."
Icon. Legend. Goat. RIP Pelé. https://t.co/leRUlWDhji
— Carli Lloyd (@CarliLloyd) December 29, 2022
RIP PELE ???????? ???? pic.twitter.com/s6H3RoUFkd
— John Terry (@JohnTerry26) December 29, 2022
The responses weren't limited to current and former soccer stars. Athletes from other sports — including Jaylen Brown of the Boston Celtics — also paid homage to Pelé.
Rest In Peace to a legend ????today we celebrate his legacy ! Pelé’s spirit will live forever pic.twitter.com/MoZ7G1y0Td
— Jaylen Brown (@FCHWPO) December 29, 2022
A tough day for all of us. Rest in peace my friend????????????https://t.co/I623VsLkVk
— Carl Lewis (@Carl_Lewis) December 29, 2022
A number of soccer clubs also paid tribute to Pelé on Twitter.
We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Pele, an extraordinarily gifted footballer who transcended our sport and inspired millions throughout his remarkable career.
— Premier League (@premierleague) December 29, 2022
Our thoughts and sincere condolences go to Pele’s family and friends. pic.twitter.com/ocr5KF239t
Sad day for the world of football.
— AFC Ajax (@AFCAjax) December 29, 2022
Rest in peace, Pelé ???? pic.twitter.com/uVe6frAHO1
We are deeply saddened to hear that football legend Pelé has passed away. May we pass on our sincerest condolences to his friends and family.
— AC Milan (@acmilan) December 29, 2022
Rest in peace, O Rei. pic.twitter.com/KtnZMGuz7d
Até sempre, Pelé ???? pic.twitter.com/aqUQwxO0Nk
— SL Benfica (@SLBenfica) December 29, 2022
A legend, icon and true great of the game who will forever be remembered. Rest in peace, Pele. pic.twitter.com/I4UwAHmWkh
— Liverpool FC (@LFC) December 29, 2022
Barça expresses its sorrow to learn of the death of the "Rei" Pelé, one of the greatest footballers of all time. He made football greater than ever. May he rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/r8TQbVyN28
— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) December 29, 2022