“I want to reassure everyone. I am strong, and full of hope, and I continue my treatment as always”the 82-year-old icon said in an Instagram post illustrated by a medical report released on Saturday describing the former striker’s condition as “stable”.
Skin “continues his treatment and his condition is still stable”doctors at the Albert Einstein Hospital said in a statement. “He is responding appropriately to the care provided to treat his respiratory infection, with no deterioration in the last 24 hours”, they added. Reacting to rumors reporting a deterioration in his state of health, several personalities and organizations had expressed their solidarity with the “King”.
French superstar Kylian Mbappé paid tribute to Pelé by tweeting the message “Pray for the King” (“Pray for the King”) with the mention “Pelé”. The city of Doha, where the 2022 World Cup is taking place, adorned several of its buildings with a photo of Pelé on Saturday with a message wishing him a speedy recovery, AFP journalists noted. For his part, England captain Harry Kane also spoke about the Brazilian’s state of health at a press conference. “We obviously send our thoughts to him and his family. He is an inspiration to us, an incredible player and personality.”did he declare.
Pelé was admitted to Albert Einstein Hospital in Sao Paulo on Tuesday for a reassessment of his colon cancer treatment. His respiratory infection is “treated with antibiotics”, said the doctors. Thursday, on his Instagram account, Pelé had indicated that it was a “monthly visit” routine and thanked everyone who sent him messages of support.