Two Years Back, Iconic Pele Inspired Tom Brady and It Worked

Brazilian soccer extraordinaire, Pelé, has saddened the world with his passing. The legendary athlete, who was 82, was in and out of medical care over the last year while being treated for colon cancer. The athlete has transcended boundaries with his influence.

Tributes from within the NFL world joined the rest of the fans who are mourning the loss of one of the greatest soccer players to grace the sport. Tom Brady and his former partner Gisele Bündchen joined hordes of individuals in paying their tribute. But, this is no ordinary circumstance and Brady is not an ordinary fan of the legend. In fact, two years ago Pelé had a message for Brady. What did one legend have to say to another?

Pelé gave Tom Brady the best kind of inspirational push

Tom Brady is undoubtedly the most successful NFL star. With seven Super Bowl titles to his name, he has surpassed stardom and moved on to supremacy. Pelé, with his three World Cup wins, stands above the rest of his soccer peers. The two legends of their respective sports did not just acknowledge each other’s success. Two years ago, TB12 had an incredibly high-stakes scenario ahead of him. And Pelé was there to wish him the best.

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The Super Bowl LV saw the Tampa Bay Buccaneers take on the Kansas City Chiefs. This was Brady’s tenth appearance in a Super Bowl game. With a 9-31 victory over the Chiefs, he was crowned Super Bowl champion for the seventh time. Before the game, the Brazilian legend had something special to say to Brady. A video featured the legend saying, “Tom, good luck in your tenth Super Bowl. Ten is my lucky number. Boa sorte, meu amigo!” After receiving that message from Pelé himself there was no way TB12 was going to lose the game. Ten was indeed a lucky number. Imagine being called ‘friend’ by one of the greatest athletes to ever live! But, their relationship extends beyond just the video because Brady had the honor of meeting the legend in the flesh.

Brady and Bündchen’s memorable meeting with the legend

Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen lived every soccer fan’s dream. Back when the duo was still together they had the opportunity to meet Pelé. Bündchen, who is the legendary star’s fellow countrywoman, is also a global ambassador for Brazil like Pelé.

The former couple took to Instagram to share their tributes. The duo posted pictures of their meet with the star on their respective accounts. The passing of this legendary athlete has brought together not just fans of the sport he played, but the entire world. The influence of his legacy transcends sports. Pelé, as he was lovingly known, will continue to reside in the hearts of all those who cherish his legacy.

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