It's time for the 'sleeping giant' to wake up from its slumber as the King of football Pele will grace India in October, adding to the festive mood in the country that hosted him 38 years ago.

Widely regarded as the greatest footballer to have played the game, Edson Arantes do Nascimento will be in the capital on October as a special ambassador at the 56th edition of Subroto Cup 2015 final match. The last time the 74-year-old Brazilian was in the country was way back in 1977 with New York Cosmos for an exhibition match with Mohun Bagan.

Confirming his visit through a video message, the legend said, "I am looking forward to meeting the young footballers participating in the Subroto Cup and celebrating the world's greatest sport with the children of India. "I am impressed with the hard work that the Indian Air Force has put in to nurture such a big football tournament that brings the youth together. I hope my visit will inspire these champions of tomorrow."

It is being speculated that he will also be a guest of honour in Atletico de Kolkata's opening game in Indian Super League and meet former India cricket captain Sourav Ganguly at a function in the eastern metropolis.