Pele was one of the best soccer players ever. He has won three World Cups. His goal-scoring record is over 1,000. He is also an internationally renowned soccer ambassador, and sports commentator.
Pele was born on October 23, 1940, in Brazil. His father, Dondinho, was an excellent soccer player. He taught Pele and coached. Pele was 15 when he joined Santos Futebol Clube. Later, Santos FC was formed. Pele, who was just 15 years old, joined Santos Futebol Clube. In that first year, he scored over 100 goals. Pele also assisted 65 other players. Pele, after his success with Santos, moved to New York City and became the New York Cosmos main player. Pele then spent two seasons with New York Cosmos before deciding to retire from soccer.
Pele was raised in a family with sportsmen. Dondinho, Pele's father, was a great player in soccer and was part of the Fluminense soccer team. He also served as a soccer instructor for Pele and Santos. Pele, then 17, was selected to represent Brazil in the national soccer team. His first World Cup was in Brazil, where he defeated Uruguay by a score of 2-1. After his retirement, Pele became a national treasure, and was named by the government as the best athlete in Brazil. He was also a United Nations ambassador. His visionary passing and powerful shot are two of his most recognizable traits.
Pele, originally named Edson arantes do Nascimento was his birth name. However, he eventually became known simply as Pele. His family initially referred to him as Dico. Pele rejected the name but was eventually given it. Pele explained that he wasn’t sure what the name means in Portuguese, but he accepted the name when it meant absolutely nothing. He learned Hebrew the word for miracle later.
At age 17, Pele made his debut in the national team. At age 17, he played for the Santos Junior Team. After two years, he joined the Santos First Team. Pele signed a contract for 3.5 million dollars with the New York Cosmos in 1975. He also became a team promoter.
The Cosmos were a very successful team. They won the League Championship in 1977. Pele remained with the club for two-and-a-half years and continued scoring goals for them. In addition to his play, Pele became the president of the New York Cosmos. It has been one of the most successful soccer clubs in history.
Pele has also acted as a sports commentator and soccer promoter in the United States. Pele has been involved in various environmental projects and the United Nations. He was awarded the International Olympic Committee's Athlete-of-the Century award in 1999. He was also a UNESCO Goodwill Advocate. He is also the recipient of an honorary British Knighthood. He is also the author and co-author of My Life and the Beautiful Game: The Autobiography Of Pele.
FAQ
How do you score a goal when playing soccer?
A soccer goal is scored when your team gets the ball over the opponent's defence and into their own goal. Once the ball enters the goal, it becomes a goal. Soccer games award points for goals.
What does a football midfielder do?
A midfielder manages the flow of play, moving the ball across the field from one side to the other. He may also pass the ball forward or backward along the pitch. The best midfielder should anticipate the location of his teammates so he can get to them and pass the ball.
What is dribbling in soccer?
Dribble refers to the movement of the ball quickly from one side to another without stopping. It allows players to pass the ball around quickly and helps them score goals.
What do goalies do in soccer?
Goalies are responsible for keeping the ball away from the opposing team's net. Goalies block the ball from entering their net using their hands, feet, or head.
Statistics
- the estimated cumulative television audience for the 2006 World Cup in Germany was 26.2 billion, an average of 409 million viewers per match." (en.wikipedia.org)
- They are not just good at dribbling because they are talented alone, but because they put in 100% effort during every practice. (coachtube.com)
- From the 1850s onward, industrial workers were increasingly likely to have Saturday afternoons off work, and so many turned to the new game of football to watch or to play. (britannica.com)
- Get 10% off your first purchase using code BLOG. (technefutbol.com)
- The word "soccer" is a British invention that British people stopped using only about 30 years ago, according to a new paper by University of Michigan professor Stefan Szymanski. (businessinsider.com)
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How To
How to properly kick a football ball
Good form, technique, timing, and form are necessary to correctly kick a soccer or football ball. The proper way to kick a football involves the following steps:
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Your feet should be shoulder-width apart, your knees bent and your toes pointed forward.
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Your left leg should be bent at the knee. Place your left heel against your right forefoot. Your weight should fall on your back leg.
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Extend your front leg straight out behind you. Keep your hips aligned and your upper body relaxed.
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Your kicking leg should be swept up and around until it reaches the top of the ball.
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Push down with all your strength on your kicking foot at the top of your swing.
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As soon the ball has left your foot, move immediately with your straight leg towards the target.
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When you reach the end of your forward motion, pull back on your kicking leg and allow it to come back to the starting position.
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Reverse the process.
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Practice this exercise daily until you feel comfortable with the mechanics.
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Always use both legs simultaneously. Never kick one-legged!
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Take a deep breath and enjoy each step.
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Keep your eyes on the ball and not on your opponent. Keep your eyes on what you are doing.
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Relax and let go all distractions.
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Be positive. Don't think negatively about others or yourself.
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Have fun