Pele turns 80: Brazil great's most iconic images, amazing stats and a brand new song!
To mark his special day, ESPN Brasil and Getty Images prepared a selection of 12 historical photos of "O Rei" ("The King").
2020 Schedule
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2020 Schedule
10-7-6, 6th in Brazilian Serie A
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Santos rip up Robinho contract amid public outcry
Santos have suspended the contract of former Brazil international forward Robinho, the club announced on Friday.
Santos loses sponsor over Robinho signing
A Brazilian orthodontics franchise has ended its sponsorship deal with Santos "out of respect for women" after the club signed Robinho this week.
Robinho signs for Santos on $271 monthly wage
Former Manchester City star Robinho has returned to his boyhood club Santos and will earn a salary which is just above Brazil's minimum wage.
Santos dominate but can't score in 0-0 draw at Botafogo
Santos could not turn their dominance into goals as they shared the points with Botafogo in a 0-0 draw in Rio de Janeiro.
Kids give Sampaoli a bike after his was stolen
A group of Brazilian children who made friends with Santos coach Jorge Sampaoli have given the Argentine a new bicycle after his was stolen.
CCL: Tigres pip Santos on aggregate, reach final
Despite losing the second semifinal leg Wednesday, Tigres cruised into the CONCACAF Champions League final after a 5-3 aggregate win over Santos.
CCL: Tigres trounce Santos in semifinal first leg
Tigres is in complete control of its CCL semifinal tie against fellow Liga MX side Santos Laguna after a commanding 3-0 first-leg win on Wednesday.
Can Sampaoli rebuild his reputation at Santos?
Jorge Sampaoli has a new job after the unmitigated disaster of Russia 2018. But his high press game carries high risks and Santos may suffer.
Santos gift new boss Sampaoli a wrapped blender
Because nothing says welcome to the hometown club of Pele and Neymar like a cellophane-wrapped kitchen appliance.
Ex-Argentina boss Sampaoli to join Brazil's Santos
Former Argentina and Chile manager Jorge Sampaoli is set to join Brazilian club Santos, the club has announced.
Angry Santos fans stop Copa Libertadores match
Santos fans threw fireworks at the Independiente bench and tried to invade the field during Tuesday's Copa Libertadores match in Sao Paulo.
Liga MX W2W4: Cruz Azul vs. Santos stands out amid clasicos
It's Clasico weekend in Liga MX but while the Guadalajara and Mexico City derbies take center stage, Tom Marshall is focused on another game.
Independiente-Santos clash short on history so far
The first leg of this Copa Libertadores clash steeped in history ended in a draw. The team that rediscovers their past may be the one to go through.
Villafana rejoins Portland from Santos
The Portland Timbers have reacquired U.S. international defender Jorge Villafana from Liga MX side Santos Laguna.
Pele: Clubs tried to lure me out of retirement
Brazil legend Pele has revealed he received offers from Europe, Japan and Mexico following his 1977 retirement with the New York Cosmos.
When Pele played last game 40 years ago
When the great Pele played for the final time 40 years ago, it wasn't just a game. It was an event that left a lasting impression on those involved.
PSG to pay Santos €9m from Neymar deal
Santos president Modesto Roma Junior has confirmed PSG will pay the club nearly €9m in solidarity money after Neymar's €222m transfer from Barcelona.
San Lorenzo, Botafogo, Santos advance
The Copa Libertadores quarterfinals are set, with three clubs from Argentina on one side of the draw and three from Brazil in the other.
Brazilian court orders Pele's son back to jail
The son of Brazil legend Pele has returned to jail to serve a sentence of more than 12 years on drug trafficking and money laundering charges.
Santos Laguna sell Antuna to City Football Group
Santos Laguna's 19-year-old winger Uriel Antuna will be joining City Football Group on a permanent deal, the Liga MX club announced on Wednesday.
Lima denies Barcelona transfer in place
"What I spoke to Neymar about [Barcelona] was just out of curiosity -- I've had no offer them," Lima said.
Neymar wants Lima, Verratti at Barcelona
"I am only encouraging him to [come] to Barcelona, but I've not decided anything or proposed anything to anyone," Neymar said about Lima.
Brazil court halves Neymar tax fine
Neymar will also be permitted to cede his image rights to family businesses after the judge also dismissed charges by federal auditors.
Sources: Barca seek probe to Neymar video
Barcelona have called for an investigation into leaked footage of Neymar appearing in court last February, club sources have confirmed to ESPN FC.
2020-21 Bras Ladder
| TEAM | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlético-MG | 23 | 13 | 3 | 7 | +12 | 42 |
| São Paulo | 21 | 11 | 8 | 2 | +14 | 41 |
| Flamengo | 22 | 11 | 6 | 5 | +6 | 39 |
| Internacional | 23 | 10 | 7 | 6 | +11 | 37 |
| Palmeiras | 22 | 10 | 7 | 5 | +10 | 37 |
| Santos | 23 | 10 | 7 | 6 | +7 | 37 |
| Grêmio | 22 | 9 | 10 | 3 | +8 | 37 |
| Fluminense | 23 | 10 | 6 | 7 | +6 | 36 |
| Fortaleza | 23 | 7 | 8 | 8 | +2 | 29 |
| Ceará | 23 | 7 | 8 | 8 | -2 | 29 |
| Corinthians | 23 | 7 | 8 | 8 | -4 | 29 |
| Athletico-PR | 23 | 8 | 4 | 11 | -5 | 28 |
| Bahia | 23 | 8 | 4 | 11 | -8 | 28 |
| Atlético-GO | 23 | 6 | 10 | 7 | -7 | 28 |
| Red Bull Bragantino | 23 | 6 | 9 | 8 | +1 | 27 |
| Sport | 23 | 7 | 4 | 12 | -12 | 25 |
| Vasco da Gama | 22 | 6 | 6 | 10 | -7 | 24 |
| Coritiba | 23 | 5 | 5 | 13 | -12 | 20 |
| Botafogo | 22 | 3 | 11 | 8 | -7 | 20 |
| Goiás | 22 | 3 | 7 | 12 | -13 | 16 |
2020-21 Team LeadersBrazilian Serie A
- Goals
- Assists
RankingsBrazilian Serie A
Goal Difference76th
Goals Scored34Tied-3rd
Assists19Tied-10th
Goals Conceded27Tied-8th