Report: Fela separated from his family members. His daughter: "Even in times of sorrow we are grateful" - Voila! sport

Summary of today's events in sports (Sport1)

The legendary Pele continues to fight for his life, and in Brazil it is reported that in the last few hours he has already separated from his family members in the hospital, his daughter, Kelly Nechimento, continues to update the millions of what is happening.

At night, Kelly posted a photo of the family members who celebrated Christmas at the hospital, and wrote:

"There is always something to be thankful for, even spending Christmas in the hospital. It is a privilege to be in this hospital, and to see our father treated by talented and resourceful professionals Affection. There is not a moment when we forget that it is a privilege to have one more night with him. Even in times of sadness we must be grateful. To be thankful that we are together, surrounded by love and present by our father's side. Merry Christmas, lots of health, love, happiness and laughter to everyone":

The 82-year-old Pele has been hospitalized at the Albert Einstein Hospital in Sao Paulo for the past three weeks due to the cancer he is dealing with, and is now suffering from heart and kidney failure.

The former player who won the 1958, 1962 and 1970 World Cups with the Celso is under observation with his wife and children by his side, in what may be his last days.

Pele in 2017 (Photo: GettyImages, Eamonn M. McCormack)

Outside the hospital, dozens of people gather every day to pray for the safety of Brazil's greatest footballer of all time and light candles.

At the World Cup in Qatar - after his condition worsened - the players of the Brazilian national team dedicated the victory over South Korea in the round of 16 to Pele.

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