Three-time world football champion, 82-year-old Pele has become worse - he has colon cancer.

UOL Esporte writes about it.

“Pele, who was hospitalized on November 29 to adjust chemotherapy for rectal cancer and treat a respiratory infection, is experiencing a negative trend in cancer, and therefore he needs more intensive care,” the clinic in Sao Paulo said in a statement..

It is noted that the Brazilian needs extra care due to kidney and heart failure.

However, according to doctors, Pele still does not need to be transferred to the intensive care unit or semi-intensive care.. He is currently in a regular ward..

Recall that last month the media wrote that Pele had swelling, heart problems and confusion. Against this background, a decision was made on his emergency hospitalization.. Subsequently, Pele himself announced that he was in the hospital with a planned monthly visit.. At the same time, according to media reports, the "

On Wednesday, December 7, information appeared that the legendary football player got better.

Pele won the World Cup three times with Brazil (1958, 1962, 1970). He played for clubs such as Santos and New York Cosmos..