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Portugal legend Eusebio has been admitted to hospital with suspected pneumonia.
The 69-year-old was reportedly taken to the intensive care unit at a medical facility in Lisbon on Wednesday.
The former forward has recently worked as an ambassador for his former club, Benfica, and his country.
Eusebio scored 41 goals in 64 games for Portugal during a 22-year playing career.
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