Brazilian great Pele “remains under treatment and remains stable”, according to a statement released by his hospital in Sao Paulo.
It follows a report in Brazil that he started hospice care after failing to respond to chemotherapy.
The 82-year-old three-time World Cup winner, who has been in hospital since Tuesday, said on Thursday night it was a “routine monthly visit”.
In September 2021, he had a tumor removed from his colon.
Israelita Albert Einstein Hospital issued a statement Saturday saying Bailey “responded well to treatment for respiratory infection care.” It added that he was undergoing “reassessment of chemotherapy treatment”.
The legendary forward was diagnosed with a respiratory infection, the hospital said on Friday He is in stable condition.
On Saturday, a new statement said his condition had not worsened in the past 24 hours.
Meanwhile, messages of support have been sent from around the world.
“He was an inspiration”
England captain Harry Kane said on Saturday: “We are very saddened to hear the news of his illness but we wish him well, not just me but the whole England team. He is an inspirational man, an incredible player. people.”
World Cup-winning former Germany striker Jürgen Klinsmann told BBC One’s World Cup coverage on Saturday: “Pelé is such an amazing man. A great figure in world football. We can pray and hope for the best.”
Former Argentina defender Pablo Zabaleta added on BBC One: “It was sad to hear about Pele. He has been a real inspiration to all of us, on and off the field. All great people.”
“Pray for the King,” France striker Mbappe tweeted.
World Cup host Qatar showed its support for Pele on Saturday, lighting up buildings with the words “Get well soon”.
The Aspire Tower next to Doha’s Lusail and Khalifa Stadiums, which will host the World Cup final on 18 December, is adorned with a picture of Pele wearing his famous No. 10 shirt.
Concern was initially raised Wednesday when ESPN Brasil reported that Pele had been hospitalized and his daughter, Kely Nascimento, said there was “no emergency.”
On Friday, Bailey thanked well-wishers for the “good vibe” and said his hospitalization was a “routine visit”.
The former striker is Brazil’s all-time leading goalscorer with 77 goals in 92 appearances and has scored in four World Cup appearances.
His only Brazilian club, Santos, tweeted: “The whole world wishes you well King Pele”.
