As soccer great Pelé’s condition has deteriorated, his daughter Kely Nascimento has been sharing the journey with fans via social media.
On Friday, Nascimento posted a photo of herself hugging her 82-year-old father in his hospital bed. The caption, written in Portuguese, reads: “We continue to be here, in the fight and in faith.
One more night together.” Pelé (real name Edson Arantes do Nascimento) has entered a palliative care unit at a Brazilian hospital, according to reports.
He is being treated for colon cancer and a respiratory infection. According to AP this week, his cancer has advanced and he is currently receiving “elevated care” for kidney and heart issues, Pele is regarded by many as the greatest soccer player of all-time.
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