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"I am 100% sure Brazil will reach the final"

2002 FIFA WORLD CUP

INTERNET, Berlin
World football legend Pele shared his views on the upcoming 2002 World Cup in an interview with German weekly Welt am Sonntag:
(Q) FIFA are to hold the new chairman's elections just two days before the World Cup kicks off. Whom do you support?
(A) Blatter is for the democratization of FIFA. I think he has done well so far. And the criticism around him is a natural part of pre-election campaign.
(Q) What do you think about Franz Beckenbauer heading FIFA after 2006?
(A) I was the first to tip him for this post. People all over the world love and respect him. He could be an ideal FIFA boss.
(Q) What are your expectations from Brazil at the World Cup?
(A) Our team had problems with squad during the qualifiers. The majority of key players were injured. But our 1-1 draw against Portugal
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keeps my hopes alive. If Ronaldo and Rivaldo are fit, we'll be a success. I am 100% sure Brazil will reach the final.
(Q) Argentina are considered to be the favorites of South American continent…
(A) I believe they can win the Cup. But, it's very difficult to make predictions now. There are Italy, England, Portugal and, of course, France.
(Q) People in many countries are concerned about the huge salaries of top players. What is your opinion?
(A) I want to warn especially European clubs: be careful with the salaries you pay. Know when to stop. I back Beckenbauer and Platini who call for limitation of broadcasting and sponsor money.
(Q) The World Cup is held in Asia. Do you think it was right to choose two countries, which have problems to solve with each other.
(A) Yes, there are some cultural differences between the two as well as some historical controversy. But many problems have been solved during the recent months, and I'm sure everything will be fine. The football and the spirit of festival will prevail. I hope for an interesting tournament.