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Brazilian football legend Pelé (1940-2022), whose death was announced in December, inspired countless fans with his skills on the pitch. But his contribution to the off-the-pitch business of football is by no means less impressive.

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Pelé was laid to rest in Santos, the city where he grew up, became famous, and helped make into a global capital of his sport.

Pele was interred after a private funeral service.

The Brazil legend’s casket was taken from Santos’ stadium to a vertical cemetery overlooking the pitch, five days after the icon died of colon cancer at the age of 82