Pelé

By 17, Pelé was already a world champion. By 23, he had three Brasileiro titles and two Copa Libertadores to his name, as well as 351 senior professional goals. Nobody - not a single player - comes close at the highest level of the game. There was only one Pelé and there will only ever be one. 

For many, he remains the greatest player in the sport's history, particularly those who saw him live. There was an aura about the Brazilian, a weight of talent that terrified defenders across the world. No type of goal was off limits; no skill too difficult or extravagant to pull out in the biggest games. 

But beyond the alien talent, Pelé also redefined what it meant to be a superstar. He transcended sports, nations and cultures. Everyone knew Pelé. He was everywhere, the most marketable man on the planet. 

*Please note, this magazine is not included in the subscription and must be ordered separately. The Athletic Club issue, however, is included.

Welcome to issue 62 (player issue 7), a deep dive into the glorious life and legend of O Rei. Inside you'll find 120 pages on the following:

• The rise at Santos
• 1958
• 1962
• How Brazil turned Pelé into a national treasure
• Santos: the peak years
• 1966
• 1970
• New York Cosmos
• Legacy
• Quotes
• Pelé by numbers
• Pelé's greatest kits
• ... and lots more

Order now to avoid missing out: every other issue has sold out prior to dispatch and once they're gone, they're gone.

Projected dispatch: 7 March