The Brazilian football icon regarded as the greatest player
of all time and a three-time World Cup winner died on Thursday at the age of
82.
In Kenya, his name was a common term to footballer lovers
who saw him doing what he loved most in the field, more so after winning the
World Cup with his team in 1958, 1962 and 1970.
President William Ruto eulogized Pelé as a Global icon of
sporting excellence and high athletic achievement was an inspirational model
which encouraged young men to transcend their limitations and defy all
economic, social, cultural and political barriers.
“His legacy extends beyond the soccer pitch, the goals he
scored and all his other exploits beyond soccer itself where his charisma and
talent made wonderful things possible to authentic global leadership of a
unique, talismanic kind. May his soul rest in peace,” Ruto added.
The Political Eye
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