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What type of reception is there in relation to Pelé?
Pelé is one of the most lauded players in history and is frequently ranked the best player ever.
What are some things contemporaries say about Pelé?
Among his contemporaries, Dutch star Johan Cruyff stated; Pelé was the only footballer who surpassed the boundaries of logic.“
What else do people say about Pelé besides Johann Cruyff?
Carlos Alberto Torres opined; His great secret was improvisation. Those things he did were in one moment. He had an extraordinary perception of the game.“
Who else said something positive about Pelé besides Johan Cryuff and Carlos Alberto Torres?
Tostão said Pelé was the greatest – he was simply flawless. And off the pitch he is always smiling and upbeat. You never see him bad-tempered. He loves being Pelé.“
Why didn't Pelé and Deigo Maradona get along?
Maradona hit out at Pele for criticism he said the Brazilian made ahead of the tournament, while the Argentine also often plays down the achievements of his South American rival.
What other people, besides Johann Cruyff, Carlos Alberto Torres and Tostão said things about Pelé?
Clodoaldo commented on the adulation he witnessed; In some countries they wanted to touch him, in some they wanted to kiss him...I thought it was beautiful, just beautiful.“
What's another interesting thing about Pelé's legacy?
According to the IFFHS, Pelé is the most successful league goal-scorer in the world, scoring 1281 goals in 1363 games, which included unofficial friendlies and tour games.
When did Pelé get the Laureus Lifetime Achievement Award?
The inaugural Laureus Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to Brazilian footballer Pelé in 2000.

Question: was he alive to receive the award?
Self-contained rewrite: Was Pelé alive to receive the award?