Before the starting whistle, a standing ovation will sound for the “King of Football”, and the players will come out in mourning bandages
English Premier League (EPL) will honor the memory of the legendary Brazilian footballer Pele in the matches of the 18th round, which will take place from December 30 to January 1.
Before the start of all matches, there will be a minute standing ovation in honor of the “King of Football”. Players will also take to the field with mourning bandages on their sleeves.
Recall that the legendary Brazilian footballer Pele died at the age of 83. At the end of November, Pele’s emergency hospitalization was reported in one of the hospitals in Brazil. The reason for the arrival of the Brazilian in the hospital was swelling and heart problems.
It has been reported that Pele’s body is no longer responding to the chemotherapy he has been undergoing since September 2021. The Brazilian was given palliative care to reduce pain and shortness of breath.
Last fall, Pele underwent surgery to remove a tumor in his right intestine. In early 2022, doctors discovered he had metastases in the intestines, lungs and liver. In February, he was in the hospital for two weeks due to a urinary tract infection.
Pele won the World Cup three times with Brazil (1958, 1962, 1970). He played for such clubs as Santos and New York Cosmos. The Brazilian club have made changes to the club emblem, adding a crown to it as a tribute to Pele. The legendary player’s family has asked Santos to withdraw the number 10 from circulation.
On December 30, two matches are scheduled in the Premier League. West Ham will host Brentford and Liverpool will host Leicester. The meeting at Anfield starts at 22:00 Kyiv time.
Source: Sportarena
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