Brazilian midfielder unexpectedly leaves V.League champions

Hanoi Police FC officially said goodbye to Brazilian midfielder Vitao following nearly two years of association, right before the 2026/27 campaign.

Hanoi Police FC (CAHN) continues to make notable adjustments to its squad ahead of the 2026/27 season, officially releasing Brazilian midfielder Rosa Nascimento Vitor Hugo, commonly known as Vitao. After nearly two years with the club, the 1994-born player closes his chapter at the police team, opening a new phase in his career following a period that left a strong impression in V.League.

The departure was confirmed by CAHN on its official media channels. For his part, Vitao also posted an emotional message on his personal page to express gratitude to the board, coaching staff, teammates, and fans. The Brazilian midfielder thanked them for the trust and companionship during his time with CAHN, and affirmed that he will always cherish the beautiful memories at the capital club.

Joining CAHN in August 2024, Vitao quickly earned high praise due to his powerful playing style and effective ball-winning ability. Standing at 1.88 m with impressive physicality, the 31-year-old was regarded as a midfield sweeper for the team. Besides his primary defensive midfielder role, Vitao could also play as a center-back, central midfielder, or winger, offering multiple tactical options for the coaching staff.

Though not always a regular starter, Vitao still made his mark whenever given the chance. His professional attitude, tenacity in challenges, and defensive support earned him much affection from CAHN fans. In the 2025/26 season, the Brazilian midfielder contributed 2 goals and 2 assists, helping the team's overall performance across competitions.

During nearly two years with CAHN, Vitao and the team won several notable titles, including 1 V.League championship, 1 National Cup, and 1 National Super Cup. These achievements will remain memorable milestones in the Brazilian midfielder's career, even though his journey at CAHN has officially ended. The departure of Vitao is also part of the team's squad restructuring plan to prepare for the new season with many major objectives.

Following Vitao's exit, CAHN is likely to continue adding new faces to increase squad depth ahead of the 2026/27 V.League. Meanwhile, with his experience playing in Brazil and Vietnam, along with his proven versatility, Vitao is expected to soon find a new club to continue his career. Leaving the police team closes a successful chapter but also opens opportunities for the Brazilian midfielder to seek new challenges in the future.