The dance from Brazil to South Korea for the round of 16 of the World Cup included a tribute to Pelé, the star who is going through a difficult health situation. And after 10 minutes the message reached the 974 stage.
In the header, a flag was displayed with most of the Brazilian fans with an image of Pelé with the message “Get well soon” (“Get well soon”) to send strength to the three-time world champion with his country’s selection.
“My friends, I’d like to inspire you. I’ll be watching the game from the hospital, where I’ll be cheering on each of you. We’re on this journey together.” It was the message that “O Rei” had sent from the Albert Einstein hospital in San Pablo, a few hours after the duel with South Korea.
In that same Instagram message, Pele added: “I was walking the streets thinking about keeping the promise I made to my father. I know many of you have also made promises like that and you too will go looking for your first Cup.” . “
Pelé is undergoing chemotherapy treatment to fight colon cancer which was detected in September 2021.
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Source: Clarin
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