Pele has paid his respects to World Cup-winning teammate Carlos Alberto, who died of a heart attack on Tuesday at the age of 72.
The iconic full-back scored the fourth goal in Brazil's victory over Italy in the 1970 World Cup final in Mexico, where he also captained the famous Selecao side.
Pele was himself a part of that team, widely considered to be the greatest of all time, while also linking up with Alberto at club level with Santos in their native Brazil and New York Cosmos in the North American Soccer League.
Speaking a few hours after the announcement of Alberto's passing, Pele said in a statement: "I am saddened by the death of my friend and brother Carlos Alberto, our dear 'Capita'.
"I remember the times we were together in Santos, the Brazilian national team and the Cosmos, forming a winning partnership. We were champions for Santos, the Selecao and the Cosmos. Unfortunately we have to understand this and that life goes on. To his family I send my condolences."
The Brazilian Football Confederation has announced that three days of mourning will take place in tribute to Alberto.
Daniel Lewis
