Brazil and Inter Milan legend Lucio, 47, rushed to hospital and in intensive care after suffering multiple burns
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BRAZIL legend Lucio was rushed to hospital and placed in intensive care after suffering burns to various parts of his body.
The former Inter Milan defender is being treated at a hospital in Brasilia following the incident which occurred on Thursday.
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Lucio was rushed to hospital and placed in intensive care after suffering burns
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In a statement, the facility said 47-year-old Lucio was "stable, conscious, and under constant observation."
According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Lucio suffered the burns in a domestic accident at home.
But extent and cause of his injuries have not been disclosed.
Lucio is best known for being a staple in Brazil's defence from 2000-2001 - helping them win the World Cup in 2002.
He made 105 international caps over the 11 years - scoring four goals.
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