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São Paulo Confirms Oscar Has Vasovagal Syncope After Training-Ground Collapse

The club says he is stable in a cardiology unit with an electrophysiological study planned.

Overview

  • Oscar remains clinically well and stable in the cardiology unit at Einstein Hospital Israelita, according to a club statement.
  • The 34-year-old collapsed during interval testing on an exercise bike at the training facility, with Brazilian reports saying he was unconscious for about two minutes.
  • An electrophysiological study is scheduled for Friday as doctors continue comprehensive cardiac evaluations.
  • Tests in August reportedly flagged a cardiac abnormality, though he was cleared to play and kept under medical monitoring.
  • Brazilian media have reported he could consider retirement depending on medical advice, a scenario not confirmed by São Paulo.