Here's How Football Legend Pelé Was Involved in Crypto and NFTs

Legendary footballer Edson Arantes do Nascimento, popularly known as Pelé, wasn't just a giant on the pitch; he also dipped his toes into the world of cryptocurrency and NFTs. Like many other football legends, Pelé also got into the cryptocurrency world for a few projects, leveraging the boom of non-fungible tokens to connect with fans in a new and exciting way.

Pelé's NFT Collection: Immortalizing a Legacy

The boom of non-fungible tokens has reached the living legend of football star, Pele and is preparing to present his own collection of NFT, dedicated to his legacy. In May of 2025, the digital artist “Kingsletter” in partnership with Visual Lab Pele, FIFA’s most decorated soccer star, launched his own NFT to commemorate his life’s efforts and further cement his legacy. This allows fans to own a piece of his iconic career and celebrate his contributions to the sport.

Ethernity Chain and the Pelé NFT

Ethernity Chain is launching an NFT of the “biggest soccer player of all time,” Pelé. This NFT collection is an addition to their expanding roster of NFTs for athletes. Ethernity’s Ethereum-based platform, which launched this week, generated $750,000 in NFT sales on Monday, according to Ntertsas. The 80-year-old legend is seen as a key figure in this digital evolution. For Pelé’s collection, 90% of the proceeds will be used for causes near and dear to the late icon’s heart.

While Legendary footballer Edson Arantes do Nascimento, popularly known as Pelé, passed away on December 29th due to complications, his digital legacy through NFTs ensures his memory and influence will continue to inspire generations.