The Mexican player that Pelé considered the best and gave him the number 10
Edson Arantes do Nascimento, Pelé, considered a Mexican a crack player and even gave him the number 10 jersey
‘O Rei’ Pele had the opportunity to meet many Mexican players throughout his career, however, the player with whom he interacted the most and gained his respect was one of the mythical 10 that the Mexican national team and Liga MX have had.
It is precisely Cuauthemoc Blanco, legendary player of El Tri, to whom Pele even gave the number 10 in a memorable commercial they recorded together due to a sponsorship from a bank that decided to bring the two cracks together as part of the ad.
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In that sense, the player has referred to Cuathemoc as one of the great players he has been able to share and know. The respect between the two was more than evident and for the Mexican, Pele was definitely the greatest soccer player in history. Blanco is remembered for that Confederations Cup final that Mexico defeated Brazil.
What does Pele think of Mexico?
The Brazilian legend has a unique affection for the Mexican country and established it in multiple interviews, the most transciedne is one made by FIFA. "Mexico is a place I will never forget. The 1970 World Cup was one of the best memories and the love I received from the Mexican people was unimaginable," said Pele.
