Brazilian football legend Pele recovering from colon tumor surgery 'with a smile on his face'
n this handout file photo released by WEF and taken on March 14, 2018, Brazilian football legend Pele smiles during the opening plenary at the World Economic Forum on Latin America 2018 in Sao Paulo, Brazil, on March 14, 2018.
Brazilian football great Pele has undergone surgery for a suspected colon tumor and is recovering, the hospital in Sao Paolo treating him announced on Monday. "The tumor was identified during routine cardiovascular and laboratory examinations and the material was sent for pathological analysis," said the Albert Einstein Hospital where Pele has been treated since August 31."Fortunately, I'm used to celebrating great victories alongside you.
"I will face this match with a smile on my face, a lot of optimism and joy for living surrounded by the love of my family and friends."
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