Pele backs Brazil ahead of World Cup match

Regarded internationally as one of the greatest footballers of all time – if not the greatest – Pele had a tumor removed from his colon in September 2021 and is receiving regular hospital care.

As per medical reports, he was admitted to the hospital last week for re-evaluation of his treatment and is also being treated for respiratory infection.

Pelé played as a striker for Brazil and for club sides Santos and New York Cosmos. He helped his country win three World Cup championships three times – in 1958, 1962 and 1970 – a feat that no other player has achieved.

Brazil is seeking to win a record-extending sixth world title.

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