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‘A titan of our game’: Central Florida soccer community reacts to the passing of Pelé

ORLANDO, Fla. — After hearing about the passing of Brazilan and international soccer icon, Pelé, the Central Florida soccer community shared their feelings on social media.

Read: Soccer great Pelé dead at 82

Orlando City and Orlando Pride paid their respects Thursday afternoon.

Former Orlando City Lion and Brazilian soccer player Pato posted in Portuguese, “Para sempre REI,” which translates to “Forever King.”

The Ruckus, one of Orlando City’s supporter groups, shared a thank you message to the legend.

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