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#1 Pele (Santos, 643 goals)
The three-time World Cup winner is regarded by many as the greatest footballer of all-time and one of the most lauded players in history.
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The Brazilian legend has scored 1281 goals in 1,363 career games(reported by FIFA, for club and country, including friendlies). Pele has a World record number of hat-tricks (92). His official goals stand at 643 from 656 appearances for Santos. He is the youngest player to play in a FIFA World Cup and also the youngest winner of a FIFA World Cup (1958).
Prolific with either foot, Pele is often known for his vision, intelligence, balance, flair, and dribbling skills. The Brazilian was known for his signature moves, drible da vaca, and paradinha.
Even though he is 5? 8?, Pele is excellent in the air, has quick feet, accurate with his striking, and possesses brilliant technical skills. The Brazilian has no shortage of admirers during his playing days.
Barcelona and Dutch legend Johan Cruyff once stated; "Pele was the only footballer who surpassed the boundaries of logic."
Former Manchester United legend and World Cup winner Sir Bobby Charlton once stated; "I sometimes feel as though football was invented for this magical player."
