Edinho, Son of Football Legend Pelé, Sentenced to 33 Years for Money Laundering
Legal troubles have struck the family of Brazilian football icon Pelé, as his son Edinho, a former Santos goalkeeper, has been sentenced to 33 years in prison for money laundering. The sentence was reported by the BBC and marks a severe blow to the Pelé family’s reputation.
This is not Edinho’s first run-in with the law. He previously served time for drug trafficking in 2005. While Edinho admitted to struggling with addiction, he has consistently denied the money laundering charges. He plans to appeal the latest conviction.
The news casts a shadow over Pelé, who has been actively promoting the World Cup around several participating countries in recent weeks, highlighting a difficult time for the legendary family.
