Brazil Senior Debut
Makes his senior Brazil debut against Argentina at sixteen.
Role range: 1957-1971
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Edson Arantes do Nascimento Pele Biography and Timeline
Follow Edson Arantes do Nascimento Pele through 7 dated historical records for Brazil.
Edson Arantes do Nascimento Pele, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
7Distinct records
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1957–1970Years on this page
1957
First International Goal
Scores Brazil's goal during his first international appearance.
Role range: 1957-1971
1958
Youngest World Cup Scorer
Scores against Wales to become the youngest goalscorer in World Cup history.
World Cup Semi-Final Hat-Trick
Scores a hat-trick as Brazil defeat France 5-2 in the semi-final.
Two Goals Against Sweden
Becomes the youngest player to score in a World Cup final.
Role range: 1957-1971
World Cup Final
Scores twice as Brazil defeat Sweden in the World Cup final.
Role range: 1957-1971
1970
1970 Final Opening Goal
Heads Brazil into the lead against Italy in the World Cup final.
Records, sources and methodology
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