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Jack Flintham

Manchester United star Antony reveals touching tribute to Brazil legend Pele on his shirt

Manchester United and Brazil star Antony unveiled a tribute to Pele before the lunchtime fixture against Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday.

The 82-year-old football legend passed away on Thursday after suffering with colon cancer. Following the announcement of his death, the Premier League confirmed that players and match officials would be wearing black armbands today in honour of Pele.

Fans and players also combined before kick off for a minute's applause to celebrate the former Santos icon's contributions to football. It was during this that Antony lifted his shirt up to reveal a message in Portuguese to Pele.

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