But there is still plenty of dispute over Bican's actual numbers, with the late Brazilian icon Pele also claiming to have scored more than 1,000 career goals — though that total includes friendlies.
Brazilian forward Neymar announced that he will wear the number 10 jersey at Santos, the number worn by the legendary Pele.
Pele only played for two clubs while leading ... Although it is said he scored close to 1,500 goals in total during his playing days, only 805 of those were recognised by FIFA.
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WATCH: Football shirt worn by Pele when he scored his 1,000th goal set to fetch £400kThe football shirt worn by Pele when he scored his landmark 1,000th career goal is set to sell at auction for £400,000.
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Neymar’s first touch on his fairytale Santos return is guaranteed to make you winceHe's back.
Hansons / SWNS Pele had scored during his time with the Brazilian Armed Forces team in the South American Military Championship against Paraguay on November 18, 1959. It meant his total goal ...
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