Watch: Pele's incredible goal for Santos

In November 1973, Pelé scored a superb goal against Portuguesa in Brazilian Championship as he helped Santos to a 3-2 win at Pacaembu.

Published : May 02, 2020 17:45 IST

Pele is lifted up by his Santos team mates after scoring the 1,000th goal of his career during a game against Vasco da Gama at the Maracana Stadium, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 19th November 1969.
Pele is lifted up by his Santos team mates after scoring the 1,000th goal of his career during a game against Vasco da Gama at the Maracana Stadium, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 19th November 1969.
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Pele is lifted up by his Santos team mates after scoring the 1,000th goal of his career during a game against Vasco da Gama at the Maracana Stadium, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 19th November 1969.

Widely regarded as the greatest footballer of all time, Pele began his career as a professional footballer with Brazilian club Santos at the age of 15. He spent 18 years at the club scoring a whopping 619 goals in 638 appearances.

Among the legendary striker's memorable goals, his goal against Portuguesa in his penultimate season with Santos in 1973 stands out. Here is a replay of it:

 

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