Leco, a 44-year-old former player who played for Flamengo, Botafogo and Vasco, dies



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The Futsal Federation of Rio de Janeiro confirmed yesterday the death of the former futsal player Leco, 44 ​​years old. The cause of death was not reported.

Nicknamed Leco, Alex Barbosa Pereira played, among others, in Flamengo, Vasco and Botafogo during his career. In a message on Twitter, the red-black team mourned death.

“It is with deep sadness that we report the death of our former futsal player Alex Barbosa Pereira, Leco, adult champion of Rio with Manto Sagrado (1998 and 2008). Much strength for family and friends. Our feelings. Thank you for everything, Leco! “Says the note

Check the state federation statement

With great sadness we report the death of the hairdresser Leco.
Athlete of the 90s, he stood out playing for teams like Flamengo, Botafogo, Vasco and Macaé Futsal, where he played for several years in Rio de Janeiro soccer and with excellent performances for the National League.
Leco was hospitalized and this Saturday (02/05), at 44, he unfortunately left us. Rest in peace, may GOD receive you with open arms.
The Federation and the entire board and staff express their deepest feelings to family and friends, in this moment of pain.



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