Pele Brazilian, also known as Edson Arantes do Nascimento, yesterday passed away at the age of 82. Pelé was a soccer superstar, and the only person to have won three World Cups. Before his passing, he was a Brazilian football player who made his national team debut at age 16 and won his first global championship at age 17. He is credited with increasing soccer's popularity in Brazil. His strides will live on in memory. Rest In Peace Pele.