Carlos Alberto Parreira, Brazil's 1994 World Cup Winning Coach, Hospitalized

Carlos Alberto Parreira, the mastermind behind Brazil's historic fourth World Cup triumph in 1994, has been hospitalized in Rio de Janeiro. The 80-year-old tactician is undergoing treatment for Hodgkin's lymphoma, a diagnosis first revealed in 2023. Known for his meticulous fixture planning and tactical acumen, Parreira orchestrated iconic lineups that navigated the group stage and knockout rounds with flair, culminating in a penalty shootout victory over Italy in the final. The football world s...