Brazilian football legend Pele, 80, was briefly transferred back to an intensive care unit Friday after suffering breathing difficulties but is now stable, hospital officials said. - IOLsport Pele
Pele's daughter Kely Nascimento also posted a photo of herself next to her father in the hospital, seeking to cheer up his fans.
In the photo, Pele is seen on what looks like a hospital bed in a black puff vest or jacket, alert and smiling. The suspected tumor was detected during routine tests, according to the hospital, where Pele has been undergoing treatment since August 31. The only player in history to win three World Cups , Pele burst onto the global stage at just 17 with dazzling goals, including two in the final against hosts Sweden, as Brazil won the World Cup for the first time in 1958.