Good news for football fans in general and the Brazilian in particular after it was announced today (Tuesday) that Pele will be released from intensive care in the coming days, after undergoing surgery last week to remove a cancerous growth from the colon, his daughter said.
"He's fine after the surgery, he's not in pain and his mood is good. He's going to a regular ward for the next day or two and then he's going home," said Kelly Nesmiento.
"He is strong and stubborn and with the support and care of the brilliant team and the energy and light that the world sends, he will get through it!"
The hospital said last Friday that Pele had recovered satisfactorily. The basketball legend has suffered from hip problems for years and cannot walk without help. His public appearances have dropped significantly even before the Corona plague and since then he has made a few brief outings outside his home near Santos.
