Brazilian followers confirmed their assist for soccer nice Pelé forward of their 1-0 loss to Cameroon.
The 82-year-old Pelé, who had a colon tumor eliminated final yr, was hospitalized in Sao Paulo final week to control his remedy.
Docs confirmed he had a respiratory an infection and would stay in hospital for therapy.
“It’s sad to hear this news about Pelé on the day of a Brazil match at the World Cup,” mentioned 41-year-old Brazil fan Rafael Bistelli, who traveled from Sao Paulo to look at the nationwide crew in Qatar. “We are trying to send him our positive energy from here.”
Docs mentioned Pelé’s response to therapy had been “adequate”, and described his situation as secure.
Earlier than kick-off, followers unveiled a banner with a picture of Pelé holding a ball behind one of many targets at Lusail Stadium.
In addition they opened a big flag with a picture of the Brazil nice and the phrases: “Pelé. Get well soon.”
