In 1971, Pelé dedicated a copy of Manchete magazine to a fan, in an edition that summarized his career up until that point.
Manchete magazine with dedication from Pelé to Alberto.
Edition with 28 pages and a vinyl record.
In Portuguese.
25 cm x 32 cm.
Published in 1971, without information about the city.
In good condition.
Unique piece.
This special edition of Manchete magazine, published in July 1971 and titled "The Life and Glory of Pelé," traces the complete trajectory of the King of Football. Through texts, photographs, and a vinyl record insert, the album explores Pelé's humble beginnings at Santos, his meteoric rise after the 1958 World Cup, his achievements with the Brazilian national team, and aspects of his personal and family life. Also highlighted is his international influence, celebrated by figures such as Queen Elizabeth II, and his status as an absolute idol, even among the greatest players in history.
In the upper left corner of the first page, you can see the star's handwritten autograph, written in blue pen. It's dedicated to a fan named Alberto, accompanied by a loving message:
For Alberto with a hug from Pelé.
This visual and aural testimony, combined with this historic dedication, celebrates not only the athlete, but also the man. Pelé's signatures from the 1970s are among the rarest and most prized by collectors.