KBC Offline Quiz 2021: In September 1977, Brazilian football player Pele came to India with which club to play against Mohun Bagan?
a. New York Cosmos
b. AC Milan
c. Seo Paolo
d. Real Madrid
Answer: a. New York Cosmos
The New York Cosmos is an American soccer club headquartered in Uniondale, New York. Its head coach is Carlos Mendes and is owned by Rocco B. Commisso. Back in the 70’s, the club created a whirlwind of soccer fever in the United States, by signing players like Pele, Giorgio Beckenbauer, Giorgio Chinaglia, etc.
Pele is one of the most incredible soccer players of all time and has been given the title of “The Greatest” by Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA).
In September 1977, Pele played at the Eden Gardens of Kolkata. It was his last year as a professional footballer, after which he retired. After arriving at the Dum Dum Airport in Kolkata, the Brazilian footballer was greeted by exhilarated football fans. 80,000 people witnessed Pele’s exceptional soccer skills in a match against Mohun Bagan.
The New York Cosmos team currently comprises Andrea Mancini, Juan Arango, Salvatore Baron and more. The club has been on a hiatus since January 2021.
It’s not the first time the club has reached a standstill. In 1984, the team suffered loss and withdrawal by owners. We can now only wait to see if this soccer team can repeat history and rise back from the ashes again.
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