Brazilian legend Pele remains in hospital as his condition stabilizes

Pele’s condition continues to improve.

Rio de Janeiro, Nov 27 (IANS) Brazil football legend Pele remains in hospital as he receives ongoing treatment for a urinary tract infection. The 74-year-old is being treated with intravenous antibiotics and is in a stable condition, Sao Paulo's Albert Einstein Hospital said in a statement Wednesday, reports Xinhua.

There was no information on when the three-time World Cup winner would be discharged. Pele had left the same hospital Nov 13 after undergoing surgery to remove kidney stones, later leaving a message for his supporters.

"Thanks to all my fans from around the world who expressed their concern and wished me a quick recovery," Pele wrote on Twitter. "I dedicate everything that I have to you. I am well and I will recover well. I am very grateful for the affection and support."

However, he was admitted to a hospital for the second time in less than two weeks. The former Selecao No.10 has suffered a long list of health problems in the past decade, including emergency eye surgery for a detached retina and a hip replacement.