Pele has had hip problems for some timeLegendary Brazil forward Pele is reluctant to leave his house because he cannot walk unaided, his son has said. The three-time World Cup winner, widely regarded as the greatest player of all time, was taken to hospital with a urinary infection last year. Pele, 79, has had problems with his hip for some time and now needs a frame to walk, with many of his recent public appearances in a wheelchair. Pele scored a world record total of 1,281 goals in 1,363 appearances during his 21-year career, including 77 goals in 91 appearances for Brazil. "He's embarrassed, he doesn't want to go out, be seen, or do practically anything that involves leaving the house.

Source: BBC February 10, 2020 16:52 UTC