Brazilian Footballer Éverton Ribeiro Reveals Thyroid Cancer Diagnosis

brazil, rio de janeiro - Bahia captain Éverton Ribeiro, 36, discloses undergoing successful surgery for thyroid cancer a month after diagnosis. Messages of support pour in from the football community.

Éverton Ribeiro Discloses Thyroid Cancer Diagnosis

Bahia captain Éverton Ribeiro, 36, revealed that he underwent surgery for thyroid cancer a month after receiving the diagnosis. The former Brazil international shared the news on Instagram with a photo alongside his family in Rio de Janeiro.

Successful Surgery and Recovery

Ribeiro, who recently started in a league match, expressed gratitude for the well wishes and support he has received. The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) also sent a message of encouragement for his swift return to the field.

Thyroid cancer is a type of cancer that affects the thyroid gland, a small gland at the base of the neck that produces hormones. It is often treatable, especially when diagnosed early.