The key 'iron wall defender' of the Samba squad, Lucio, suffered an unfortunate accident.

Brazil's 'Globo' reported on the 18th (Korean time), "Lucio suffered 2nd degree burns on 18% of his body due to an explosion at his home fireplace and is hospitalized in the intensive care unit," adding, "Fortunately, he is conscious. He is showing clinically favorable recovery progress. There should be no major issues."

Lucio is a legendary defender who represented Brazil, Bayern Munich, and Inter Milan. He played 105 matches for the national team from 2000 to 2011, scoring 4 goals, and is particularly remembered as a key player in leading Brazil to its fifth World Cup victory in 2002.

On the club stage, Lucio built an impressive career. After playing in the Brazilian leagues with Guara and Internacional, he moved to Europe, where he reached his peak at Bayer Leverkusen and Bayern Munich. While at Bayern, he won the Bundesliga and DFB-Pokal titles three times each over five years.

Before Kim Min-jae's transfer, anyone who mentioned a foreign defender representing Bayern would think of Lucio. After his transfer to Inter Milan in 2009, he played a key role as a defender under coach Jose Mourinho, contributing to the treble (Serie A, Coppa Italia, UEFA Champions League) in the 2009-2010 season.

during the Serie A match between Lecce and Inter Milan at Stadio Via del Mare on November 10, 2010 in Lecce, Italy.

He later played for various clubs including Juventus, São Paulo, Palmeiras, Goa, Gama, and Brasileiro while announcing his retirement at the age of 42 in 2020. After retirement, Lucio is reportedly enjoying a second life in Brazil without working as a coach or manager. However, challenges have come his way.

Globo explained, "Lucio sustained burns all over his body due to a major accident. On the 17th, he suffered 2nd degree burns after an explosion at his home fireplace. Immediately after the explosion, he was urgently transported to Rede Americas Hospital in Brasília and is currently receiving intensive treatment from a specialized burn team."

Fortunately, it is reported that his life is not in danger. Lucio's family stated in a press release, "Lucio is currently in stable condition and is conscious. On Saturday, he received dressing on the injured areas and is showing clinically favorable recovery progress." We hope for his healthy return.

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