Overview
- Felipe lost consciousness at Ukhta airport while preparing to fly to Moscow with Norilsk Nickel following a Russian Cup match against MFK Ukhta.
- Medical personnel attempted to resuscitate him at the airport, with local reports noting a defibrillator was used, but he was pronounced dead at the scene.
- The Russian Futsal Federation, Corinthians, and the player's management confirmed his death, as Sporting issued condolences highlighting his impact in Lisbon.
- A former Brazil international, Felipe won the UEFA Futsal Champions League with Sporting and previously played for Corinthians, Joinville, Cascavel, and Inter Movistar.
- He had represented Norilsk Nickel since 2020, and tributes from former teammates and clubs have poured in as authorities investigate the circumstances.