A comparison of two of Africa's football icons, Jay-Jay Okocha and Abedi Pele, exploring their illustrious careers and ...

He'd go on to score 643 goals over 19 years in a golden era for Santos. He won a place in the Brazil squad for the 1958 World Cup at just 17 - becoming the tournament's youngest goal scorer.

Edson Arantes do Nascimento won three world titles for national teams, two for clubs and scored 1283 goals in his career Rarely has it been so simple to describe football as a phenomenon.

With the help of data from IFFHS, GOAL runs down a list of the top goalscorers in all official competitions in the history of ...

Brazil, a powerhouse of global football, is in a precarious spot as it aims to relive its glory days once again.

For the best experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser settings. Brazilian football legend Pele. [File, Standard] Family members of Brazilian soccer great ...

The late Brazil idol and his Peixe team-mates have often claimed they were behind a ceasefire struck during the nation's brutal civil war Pele's spectacular career is filled with logic-defying ...

Pele feels Steven Gerrard has been the world's best player over the past five years. Brazilian legend Pele feels Steven Gerrard has been the world's best player over the past five years.

Diego Maradona and Pele are considered two of the greatest footballers in history – but how do their goals and assists numbers stack up against one another? The two legends have long set the ...

Football is unparalleled in terms of fame and fortune, with the potential earnings being mind-boggling - but what happens when the final whistle blows? Who benefits from the amassed wealth?

How Education Fuels the Growth of Football Superstars? In the world of football, few things captivate fans more than the aura surrounding Brazilian players. The heritage of players such as Pelé, ...

Four Players Under 20 Who Won the World Cup: A Legacy Beyond Age ...