The whole wide world was shocked to the core as the news arrived about the demise of Pelé, the greatest Brazilian legend. The soccer player had been putting up historical soccer performances from the age of 16. However, the news of his passing away left the soccer and the streaming community in mourning who came together to give tribute to the legendary personality.
As reported by the media outlet The New York Times, the cause of Pelé’s death was multiple organ failure as a result of colon cancer. The news of the Brazilian legend passing away at 82 sent shivers through the community. The personalities shared their humble regard on Twitter to bid farewell to the most iconic soccer player to ever step into the field.
Streamers and soccer stars come together to bid their thanks and acknowledgments to the Brazilian legend Pelé
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Streamers like KSI, Ethan Payne, and Bateson87 shared their condolences. YouTuber IShowSpeed stands as one of the most avid fans of the sport who also regards Portugal player Cristiano Ronaldo as his idol. Nevertheless, Pelé was the face of soccer who turned the sport into a celebration of competitiveness and mutual growth and the YouTuber took no time to give his regards.
IShowSpeed tweeted, “rip to the godfather of football.” Furthermore, KSI tweeted, “RIP pele ❤️.” Bateson86, who is a renowned FIFA streamer on Twitch also sent his acknowledgements. He said, “RIP Pelé. The pioneer and the king!” While bidding his thanks to the Brazilian legend, Deji tweeted, “Thank you Pele for everything you’ve done on and off the field. Rest in peace. My condolences to family and friends 🙏🏾”
Sergio Aguero, who is also the CEO of KRU Esports tweeted, “Descansa en paz #leyenda #pelé,” which means “Rest in Peace.” Manchester City player Erling Haaland also joined the group. He tweeted, “Everything you see any player doing, Pelé did it first. RIP ⚽️🤴🏿.”
rip to the godfather of football🇧🇷
— Speed⭐️ (@ishowspeedsui) December 29, 2022
RIP Pelé. The pioneer and the king! pic.twitter.com/nbKf6YxVzL
— bateson87 (@bateson87) December 29, 2022
Obrigado Pele por tudo o que fizeste dentro e fora do campo. Descansa em paz. Os meus sentimentos à família e os amigos 🙏🏾
— Deji (@Deji) December 29, 2022
Rest In Paradise king <3 pic.twitter.com/kzHYdnyxkQ
— Deji (@Deji) December 29, 2022
RIP pele ❤️ pic.twitter.com/t3ix1DzFEv
— ksi (@KSI) December 29, 2022
RIP Pelé 🇧🇷🕊️ pic.twitter.com/Des0Dul2aU
— Ethan Payne (@Behzinga) December 29, 2022
Everything you see any player doing, Pelé did it first. RIP ⚽️🤴🏿 pic.twitter.com/SeW0z1hQTm
— Erling Haaland (@ErlingHaaland) December 29, 2022
Descansa en paz #leyenda #pelé pic.twitter.com/1CnJtDgI2Y
— Sergio Kun Aguero (@aguerosergiokun) December 29, 2022
Ronaldinho, Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Neymar also gave their warm condolences following the demise of Pelé. One can see their Instagram posts below:
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These were the messages of tribute for the icon of the soccer world which will never be forgotten and will only be cherished till the end of time. What would you like to say about the Brazilian legend? What is your favorite memory of the Brazilian legend? Do tell us in the comments below.
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