Lúcio after fire accident: fighting back into life!

Lúcio after fire accident: fighting back into life!

Brasília, Brasilien - The former Bundesliga star Lúcio, known for his time at the FC Bayern Munich and other large clubs, recovers after a serious domestic accident. On May 16, 2025, a fire occurred in his home when a table fireplace exploded. The 47-year-old suffered the hardest burns that concerned 18 percent of his body.

lúcio was moved to the Nora Teixeira clinic in Porto Alegre after first treatment in Brasília. There he stayed in the intensive care unit and had to undergo several operations, but is now in a stable state. In one of the first updates from the hospital, he showed himself combative and optimistic about the support of his family.

family and optimism

his wife Marilia posted a picture of the two on Instagram, describing it as "our most beautiful photo" and expressing her gratitude. According to reports from Ruhr24 Treatment steps.

The Brazilian footballer, who was playing at Bayern from 2004 to 2009 and won the German championship three times, is optimistic despite the visible traces of his injuries. In one of his last posts from the hospital, he shared a picture that shows how he is surrounded by associations on the arms and legs, as well as on the head. He wrote: "God is our refuge and strength, our ubiquitous rescue in need."

The importance of mental health

It is emphasized that positive attitudes and mental training can have a significant influence on the progress of recovery. Negative thoughts should be avoided so as not to hinder the healing process. Lúcio's experiences could provide important insights into how athletes can stabilize and develop in similar situations.

The recovery of the former world champion shows that despite serious physical injuries, the spirit of the athlete can also be strong. His willingness to fight and the support from the family are a shining example of the will for recovery.