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Pele: A sporting icon who never liked his nickname

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Pele is hoisted on the shoulders of his teammates after Brazil won the World Cup final against Italy, 4-1, in Mexico City's Estadio Azteca, June 21, 1970. [AP photo]

Pele passed away on Thursday at the age of 82 after a long battle with cancer.

He will forever be remembered for popularizing football around the globe and that is why rather than feeling sad, football enthusiasts have to be proud of what Pele has made the world of football today.

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