Former player and TV Globo commentator, Júnior, revealed that Luís Roberto learned of his cervical neoplasia diagnosis about a week before making the case public. The commentator is currently off air from the broadcaster during the World Cup.
A Sudden Shift in Broadcast Plans
Júnior noted he suspected something was wrong when TV Globo changed the commentator for a Flamengo game the day before the match. He reached out to his colleague via message to inquire about the reason for the absence and subsequently learned of the diagnosis.
It was a surprise when I received a message from our coordinator saying they were going to change the commentator for the Flamengo game the day before the match. Knowing Luís for over 20 years, I immediately understood that something serious had happened. I sent him a message asking what was going on. He found out after the Croatia game, when he spoke with his doctor. I learned when I contacted him on Tuesday. He told me about the diagnosis and that he was seeking the most appropriate treatment. Júnior, to Extra
