Former goalkeeper Ubaldo Matildo “Pato” Fillol, 1978 World Cup winner with ArgentinaAlso participated in the 1974 World Cup in now-defunct West Germany and the 1982 World Cup in Spain, Still hospitalized In a private medical center in the city of Buenos Aires Bilateral pneumonia was diagnosed.
The former Quilmes, River Plate, Atlético Avellaneda, Sarsfield, Argentinos Juniors and Atletico Madrid player confirmed this via his Instagram account: “I was hospitalized again with bilateral pneumonia. I feel strong and hope to return home as soon as possible and continue to enjoy life and fulfill all the commitments agreed in advance”, adding: “I am grateful to the authorities of Finoccito Nursing Home, Dr. Capua and the entire medical team. A heartfelt hug to “all of you” for your support and everlasting love. “
Sources at the health center assured the media that “Pato” is developing well His son was also hospitalized not long ago due to the same condition. They ruled out pneumonia as being related to coronavirus infection.
It should be remembered that August 2021former Jockey Club and AFA youth team coach He also stated on social networks that he was hospitalized with the same illness, but due to the contagion of Covid-19: “For those who asked about my health, I tell you that this afternoon I was admitted to a clinic in the capital in order to get better control. It was not well saturated and as a precautionary measure this decision was taken. Thank you all for your concern and good vibes. Take care of yourselves,” the former footballer wrote on his personal Twitter account.