5 world-class footballers we can’t believe never played at the Olympics
A 38-year-old Ryan Giggs played alongside a 19-year-old Jack Butland, but this lot didn't get a look in.
Pelé
The day Pele escaped a coup in Nigeria by pretending to be a pilot
We haven't seen Messi do anything nearly as cool.
9 iconic footballers who had shirt numbers retired in their honour
It's the ultimate tribute to a player's legacy.
The top 10 goalscorers of all time: Ronaldo, Messi, Pele, Puskas…
An interesting mix of names at the top.
11 footballers who went into politics: Romario, Pavlyuchenko, Pele…
Ever tried to sign a Prime Minister on FM?
Revisiting Pele’s bizarre FIFA 100 list: ‘I’m behind 11 Frenchmen? It’s a joke’
Some of these choices haven't aged well.
‘Pele changed everything’: Werner Roth tells the story of the NY Cosmos
Roth led the Cosmos to three NASL titles.
The day Pele scored a semi-final hat-trick – then saved Santos in goal
Pele was a brilliant shot-stopper too.
Comparing Lionel Messi and Pele’s international goalscoring records
Messi has overtaken Pele's goal tally.
Watch: Pele vs Maradona the GOAT debate – Gen Zer’s first time watching
Ben checked out the Pele v Maradona debate...
Six star footballers with journeymen pro parents: Pele, Lukaku, Hazard…
The apple fell near the tree, but not too near.
