Oscar Hospitalized After Cardiac Incident During Pre-Season Testing

Former Chelsea midfielder Oscar is currently in stable condition following a cardiac incident during pre-season fitness testing with his current club, Sao Paulo. The club reported that the 34-year-old athlete collapsed while undergoing tests on an exercise bicycle and was unconscious for approximately two minutes before receiving immediate medical attention.

According to a statement from Sao Paulo, the incident occurred on the morning of March 12, 2024, at SuperCT. The club’s medical professionals, along with the medical team from Einstein Hospital Israelita, were present at the scene and provided rapid assistance. Following the emergency response, Oscar was transported to the hospital, where he remains under observation for further evaluation of his condition.

The club confirmed that Oscar is “clinically stable” and is undergoing additional tests to determine the underlying cause of his cardiac changes. His contract with Sao Paulo extends until 2027, having returned to his boyhood club on a free transfer in December 2022 after a notable stint in China.

Oscar’s career highlights include winning one UEFA Europa League title and two Premier League titles with Chelsea, where he played from 2012 to the mid-2016 season. He transferred to Shanghai SIPG during the 2016-17 season for a reported fee of $73 million, where he went on to secure three Super League titles and garnered significant popularity among fans.

In addition to his club achievements, Oscar represented Brazil at the 2014 World Cup, where he scored the only goal in the team’s infamous 7-1 semifinal defeat to Germany, a match that saw Germany later crowned as the tournament champions.

As the football community expresses concern for his health, the focus remains on Oscar’s recovery and the forthcoming updates from Sao Paulo regarding his condition.