Filipe Alvim

Filipe Alvim (born 13 November 1979), is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as a defender.

Career
A versatile defender, he began his career at Vasco, being part of the Brazilian champion squads in 1997 and the 1998 Copa Libertadores. He played for Brazil's youth teams and EC Juventude, until he was negotiated with AA Académica de Portugal.

Filipe, who felt constant discomfort and shortness of breath, ended his career prematurely at the age of 26 after being diagnosed with cardiac arrhythmia.

Personal life
He is currently a preacher at a church in the city of Juiz de Fora.

Honours

 * Vasco da Gama


 * Campeonato Brasileiro: 1997
 * Copa Libertadores: 1998
 * Torneio Rio-São Paulo: 1999