Pele Returns to eFootball: All Details and Expected Release Date

Pele has been officially announced in eFootball, and this one drop feels historic. This isn’t just another icon recycled; it’s a return with full integration. There are reports of fresh database entries, updated voice lines, and a proper rollout across multiple modes. It’s a massive deal in the eFootball world, especially when you consider how Konami has brought legends back before like Vieira, Gullit, Beckham, Cruyff, and more. However, having Pele back is a different story. The previous drops were hype, sure, but Pele transcends hype as he is considered football royalty. It could be possible that gameplay changes are coming too.

Pele Returns to eFootball

eFootball posted a picture of Pele in his Brazilian Jersey on their official X account, captioned simply: “The King of Football returns.” With just that, Konami confirmed what fans have been hoping for: Pele is officially returning to eFootball. This marks the Brazilian legend’s first appearance in the game since the eFootball PES 2021 era, when he was last available as an Iconic Moment player.

Since eFootball transitioned into its free-to-play model, several legends slowly reappeared from Beckham to Cruyff, but Pele had remained noticeably absent, which has changed now. His return is more than a cosmetic update. Reports have pointed out that new commentary lines and player data have been added to the game files, signalling that Pele’s integration will be full-fledged.

Community Reaction to Pele's return in eFootball

The moment eFootball confirmed Pele’s comeback, the community lit up and rightfully so. Across X, Reddit, and Discord, fans have been buzzing with excitement. For many, this isn’t just another legend being added; it’s The King that the new age has just heard stories about.
Users on Reddit appreciated the move by eFootball, with many calling it the “biggest drop since eFootball launched” and others reminiscing about using Pele in PES 2021 Iconic Moments.

What makes this return feel even more impactful is the timing. eFootball had been going downhill as many of its users had only been complaining after the news of losing the license to use Bayern Munich. However, after months of waiting, the addition of Pele brings major energy back to the game, and players are already speculating on his in-game stats, rarity, and whether he’ll be available through Dream Team packs, special events, or challenges.

Pele eFootball Release Date

The exact drop date for Pelé in eFootball isn’t locked in yet, but the buzz is it could align with the eFootball 2026 update, which is expected around August or September 2025. There’s also chatter that it might sneak in earlier, possibly by July. However, none of that is official yet. So while there's excitement over a summer debut, we're still waiting on Konami to confirm the details.