Carlos Alberto Parreira, the former Brazil coach who led the national team to World Cup victory in 1994, was discharged Saturday from Hospital Samaritano Barra in Rio de Janeiro after 80 days of hospitalization.
The 83-year-old was admitted June 16 after developing lung inflammation. During his stay, he spent 43 days in the intensive care unit and required specialized respiratory assistance, a tracheotomy procedure, and hemodialysis sessions. He also underwent cauterization treatment for a nosebleed in late June.
On July 27, Parreira was transferred to a semi-intensive care unit following clinical improvement. According to the hospital, his positive clinical evolution in recent weeks enabled his discharge Saturday morning around 11 a.m.
As Parreira left the facility, hospital staff and others present applauded him, with some calling out "he is a champion." The hospital stated he will continue with home-based monitoring and outpatient consultations to track his overall health status.
In an interview with SporTV following his discharge, Parreira said the affection he received during his hospitalization reflected the career he built in football. The hospital confirmed in a statement that he would receive ongoing domestic and ambulatory follow-up care for his general condition.