Bruno Duarte loses consciousness during Vasco da Gama vs Botafogo match

Vasco da Gama forward Bruno Duarte lost consciousness during a Brazilian derby against Botafogo after receiving a blow to the chest. The incident occurred during a duel with Nahuel Ferraresi toward the end of the first half.

Medical staff responded immediately to the scene as Duarte experienced difficulty breathing. After regaining consciousness, he was able to leave the pitch but remained on the substitutes' bench for the remainder of the match. Reports indicate that he did not require hospitalization and felt well enough following the incident.

Duarte later expressed his gratitude for the overwhelming support received via social media. Despite the medical scare, he contributed to his team's performance, providing an assist for Vasco da Gama's first goal in their 2-1 victory.