Brazilian legend Pele thanked Qatar for their moral support after he fell ill in the last hours and transferred him to a hospital in Sao Paulo.
A photo of Pele and a message in which he wrote: “Get well soon” were displayed on the facades of several giant buildings in Doha.
The impact of honor in a country that is attracting the world’s attention these days as the host of the World Cup, in Pele, who expressed gratitude for this gesture on social networks, and the constant support of his fans.
Pele published a post on his official Instagram account in which he said: “My friends, I am in the hospital, going through a monthly checkup.”
He added: “It is always a pleasure to receive such positive messages. Thanks to Qatar for this honor and to everyone who sends me good feelings!”
And according to ESPN Brasil, football legend Pelé was taken to the hospital due to a tumor and heart problems.
And the network added that Pele was also taken to the hospital after confusion, noting that his chemotherapy treatment for cancer did not help, and he also had swelling all over his body, and doctors confirmed the presence of heart problems.
It is noteworthy that Pele began his football career early in Santos when he was 15 years old, and at the age of 16 he played for the Brazil national football team, and as part of his country, Selesao won 3 world championships. 1958, 1962 and 1970 and he is the only player to achieve this achievement.
Pele led his team, the Brazilian club Santos, to victory in the Copa Libertadores in 1962 and 1963, and in 1977 announced his retirement from football, after which he was appointed football ambassador around the world.
Source: RT+ Agencies