Resende, RJ · Since 2018
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Resende, RJ · Since 2018

Where legacy takes the field every day.

Pelé Academia was born from a promise. Today it turns talent into opportunity, on and off the pitch.

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Resende, RJ · Since 2018

Pelé Academia is part of the international Villarreal Academy network, one of the world's leading references in youth player development.

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Because great stories begin long before stepping onto the pitch.

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Our Story

The King's dream, giving opportunities to talents like his.

In 1969, after scoring his 1,000th goal, Pelé made a request: that more children should have more opportunities.

Decades later, that vision took shape in Resende through sport, and it keeps opening paths for new generations.

1969 The request

After his 1,000th goal, Pelé asked Brazil to look after its children, giving them access to education, leisure, citizenship and a better future.

2016 Launch

The project was launched in August 2016. Pelé took part and presented its method of scouting, preparation and training linked to education.

2018 Opening

King Pelé attended the opening of the training centre in Resende, a city chosen for its strategic location between São Paulo, Belo Horizonte and Rio de Janeiro.

2026 New phase

With the Pelé brand's rebranding, Pelé Academia also renews its identity and its commitment to the future of young talent.

1969 — The 1,000th goal
2016 — Launch
2018 — Opening
2026 — New phase
  1. 1969 — The 1,000th goal

    After his 1,000th goal, Pelé asked Brazil to look after its children, giving them access to education, leisure, citizenship and a better future.

  2. 2016 — Launch

    The project was launched in August 2016. Pelé took part and presented its method of scouting, preparation and training linked to education.

  3. 2018 — Opening

    King Pelé attended the opening of the training centre in Resende, a city chosen for its strategic location between São Paulo, Belo Horizonte and Rio de Janeiro.

  4. 2026 — New phase

    With the Pelé brand's rebranding, Pelé Academia also renews its identity and its commitment to the future of young talent.

Partnerships

Pelé's legacy is still on the pitch. Your brand can be part of it.

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Brands that already support the legacy

Qualified reach

Young people, families and opinion leaders engaged with the legacy.

Multiplatform visibility

Presence on the pitch, on social media and at high-impact events.

Measurable purpose

Real social impact that strengthens your brand's positioning.

Talent needs opportunity.

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Show us your game

Pelé Academia is always looking for new talent to put on the pitch. To take part, send a video of your best plays through our partner platform, Footbao. It's quick and easy:

  1. 1Download the Footbao app
  2. 2Use the code peleacad
  3. 3Send your plays
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