The news hit the football community hard this week. Éverton Ribeiro, the 36-year-old Bahia midfielder, shared some very personal information. He announced on social media that doctors found thyroid cancer. This Monday, he had surgery to address it.
Ribeiro chose to speak directly to his fans about the diagnosis. He posted a message on his official account, explaining his situation. “Hi, friends. I need to share some news with you. About a month ago, I was diagnosed with thyroid cancer. Today I had surgery and everything went well, thanks to God.” He continued, “I am recovering, with faith and with the support of my family and of you. Thank you for every prayer and affection. Having you by my side makes all the difference. I am sure that we will win this battle together.” Thousands of fans quickly reacted, showing a huge wave of support for the Brazilian star.
A Career of Triumphs
Éverton Ribeiro has enjoyed a long and successful career in football. He began his professional path at Corinthians, a top Brazilian club. From there, he played for São Caetano and Cruzeiro. Currently, he showcases his skills for Bahia. However, it was during his time with Flamengo that he really shone. With Flamengo, he captured many major awards. These included two Copa Libertadores titles and a South American Supercup. He also spent a period playing for Al Ahli in the United Arab Emirates.
Even at 36, Ribeiro remains a key player on the field. This season, he has scored 3 goals and provided 6 assists in 53 matches. He also proudly represented the Brazilian national team 22 times. In those appearances, he scored 3 goals for his country. His fight against cancer now adds another chapter to his story.