As Soccer Great Pele Fights for His Life in Hospital, Brazilian Ex-UFC Champ, Charles Oliveira, Sends Him Special Tribute From the Nation

Charles Oliveira recently tweeted about the Brazilian soccer legend Pele. The UFC fighting machine posted a recent photo of the Brazilian soccer team; led by Neymar on the field, holding a banner for the Brazilian soccer sensation, Pele. The 82-year-old has been suffering from health issues for the last few years. Fans were worried about the condition of their beloved soccer legend considering the fact that Pele was recently rushed to a hospital following some health emergency.

The Brazilian soccer team came on the field to give a tribute to their hero, holding a banner with his name and face, to make it as iconic as possible. This was done after their recent victory against South Korea and their entry into the last 16 of the world cup.

The connection between Charles Oliveira and Pele

The two are not connected by either blood or kin by any chance, but through their hearts, which beat for their motherland. Both athletes played passionately for their own sports, while also considering the respect of their nation in their minds.

With the recent tweet on DoBronx’s official Twitter account, both soccer and UFC fans can see the moving sportsmanship portrayed by the ex-UFC champion.

Charles Oliveira shows his love for his country and his now-retired sports hero through this tweet. One can observe the kind of sportsmanship they have that also sets an example for everyone to follow.

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Similarities in their ‘winner’ mindset can also be found in some of their most-known quotes.

As Pele once said, “If you are first you are first. If you are second, you are nothing.”

Oliveira was recorded saying, “I came to the UFC to make history.”

Oliveira’s dream as a child

The beloved ex-UFC champion once dreamed of becoming a soccer star growing up. Although it is heartbreaking to realize that an innocent child couldn’t grow up to be his dream self, one cannot deny that DoBronx became one of the best fighters the UFC world has ever seen. He is known to have the most submission finishes; at 15, in the UFC.

Even though the fans of the Brazilian legend Pele are uncertain about his health, he has reportedly been recovering from a recent emergency. Although their love and care are understandable, the best we can do is pray for ‘O Rei’.

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