Athletistic/ Football. The Russian Football Union is discussing with Russian football veterans options for perpetuating Pele’s name. Earlier, FIFA President Gianni Infantino proposed renaming each country’s stadium after the legendary Brazilian.

“The RFU is discussing options on how to perpetuate the memory of Pelé in Russia. Based on the results of the discussion, during which veterans of Russian football who took the field with the great Brazilian, a final decision will be taken,” the RFU communication said. service says TASS.

Pelé died on December 29, 2022 at the age of 82 after a long illness. In recent years, he has battled colon cancer. The Brazilian is still the only player in history to have won the World Cup three times.

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