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Abedi Pele is considered by many as the best African player of all time. This is a label he earned because of his technical abilities and sublime character that made the world stood in awe.
He was a complete player who outrageously outpaced and outshined his opponent with cheeky ease. Many compared him to Maradona and Pele. As a matter of fact, he was nicknamed ‘Pele’ in recognition of his comparison with Edison Arantes do Nascimento (World Pele)
He was the first player to win the African Player of the year Award for three consecutive times. He has won lots of accolades both as an individual and with the national team, although he failed to lift the nation cup as a captain.
He has been recognized by FIFA as an influential figure after retirement and he has been often included in in FIFA’s All Star selection.
He was part of the few Africans who made a statement for African players abroad. He is married to Maha Ayew and together they have five children, three of whom are professional players.