Pelé, Trump’s connections to New York Cosmos detailed in new piece

A recent article explores Pelé’s prominence with the New York Cosmos during the 1970s, highlighting his impact on American soccer. The piece recounts how Pelé attended Studio 54 alongside Donald Trump, showcasing the cultural crossover between soccer, celebrity, and business in New York at that time. Pelé's tenure with the Cosmos, from 1975 to 1977, coincided with the team's efforts to popularize soccer in the U.S. Trump has referenced Pelé’s influence on his interest in soccer as the 2026 World Cup approaches.

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