Brazil Senior Debut7 July 1957
Makes his senior Brazil debut against Argentina at sixteen.
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Edson Arantes do Nascimento Pele Biography
Historical biography and chronological timeline for Edson Arantes do Nascimento Pele, based on 7 World History Database records associated with Brazil.
7 records1957–19707 events4 places
Chronological biography
1957
First International Goal7 July 1957
Scores Brazil's goal during his first international appearance.
1958
Youngest World Cup Scorer19 June 1958
Scores against Wales to become the youngest goalscorer in World Cup history.
World Cup Semi-Final Hat-Trick24 June 1958
Scores a hat-trick as Brazil defeat France 5-2 in the semi-final.
Two Goals Against Sweden29 June 1958
Becomes the youngest player to score in a World Cup final.
World Cup Final29 June 1958
Scores twice as Brazil defeat Sweden in the World Cup final.
1970
1970 Final Opening Goal21 June 1970
Heads Brazil into the lead against Italy in the World Cup final.
Titles and roles
Forward
Record provenance
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