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Vasco da Gama defender Robert Renan has returned to full group training at CT Moacyr Barbosa after escaping a car accident in Rio de Janeiro on Monday morning without any injuries.
The 21-year-old center-back, on loan from Real Madrid since January 2024, was involved in a road collision on Monday morning, according to Globo.com. The Brazilian outlet reported that the athlete was not hurt and that his participation in the day’s practice was never in question. The player is expected to be listed as fully available for upcoming matches as Vasco continue their schedule in Brazil’s top flight.
This is the second traffic incident involving a Vasco player in less than two weeks. On the 11th of this month, teammate Cauan Barros suffered a cut to his left foot after a car crash. Barros received medical treatment and was kept out of part of the training week. Renan’s case, by contrast, concluded with no physical complications.
Renan is one of the more intriguing defensive prospects in Brazilian football. Born in 2003, he rose through Corinthians’ youth ranks and made his professional debut with the São Paulo club. Real Madrid signed him in January 2023, initially assigning him to their reserve setup before loaning him to Vasco for regular playing time in Brazil’s top division. A left-footed defender with good positional sense and clean passing, he has also represented Brazil at Under-23 level.
The speed of his recovery from Monday’s scare removes a potential headache for Vasco’s coaching staff. The club are in a demanding stretch of the season, juggling league fixtures and cup commitments while trying to build consistency. Given Renan’s recent history of muscular issues, having him available without a new injury is a positive development for the medical department.
The club did not immediately release an official statement about the crash, but the outcome itself is reassuring. Rio de Janeiro’s heavy traffic is part of the everyday routine for athletes commuting to practice, and such episodes can easily end differently. For Vasco, attention now shifts back to the pitch, where preparations will continue at CT Moacyr Barbosa.
Based on reporting by Globo.com.
