Felipe Anderson
A Brazilian winger whose dazzling footwork and explosive pace lit up Serie A for years, becoming a fan favorite at Lazio.
Born 1993 (age 33)·Brazilian footballer·Birthday: April 15·Millennials
Biography
Felipe Anderson emerged from the same Santos production line that crafted Neymar, a winger blessed with blistering speed and technical flair that promised stardom. His move to Europe with Lazio in 2013 unlocked his potential in Italy's tactical crucible. In Rome, he evolved from a raw talent into a decisive attacker, his slaloming runs and precise finishing making him a cornerstone of the team's attack for over half a decade. A high-profile transfer to the English Premier League with West Ham United followed, though his spell in London was inconsistent, showcasing the challenge of adapting his game to a more physical league. After a nomadic period, his return to Brazil with Palmeiras marked a homecoming, where his experience and quality now serve one of South America's biggest clubs, his career a testament to both sublime skill and the global journey of a modern footballer.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Felipe was born in 1993, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Felipe Was Born
The biggest hits of 1993
#1 Movie
Jurassic Park
Best Picture
Schindler's List
#1 TV Show
60 Minutes
Felipe's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1993Born
European Union officially established
Gas: $1.11/galHome: $86,600Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"I Will Always Love You" — Whitney HoustonBest Picture: Schindler's List
1998Started school
Google founded; Clinton impeachment
Gas: $1.06/galHome: $107,300Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Too Close" — NextBest Picture: Shakespeare in Love
2006Became a teenager
Twitter launches; Pluto reclassified as dwarf planet
Gas: $2.59/galHome: $174,700Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Bad Day" — Daniel PowterBest Picture: The Departed
2009Could drive
Michael Jackson dies; Bitcoin created
Gas: $2.35/galHome: $148,500Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Boom Boom Pow" — The Black Eyed PeasBest Picture: The Hurt Locker
2011Could vote
Osama bin Laden killed; Arab Spring sweeps the Middle East
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $138,400Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Rolling in the Deep" — AdeleBest Picture: The Artist
2014Turned 21
Russia annexes Crimea; Ebola outbreak in West Africa
Gas: $3.37/galHome: $160,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Happy" — Pharrell WilliamsBest Picture: Birdman
2023Turned 30
ChatGPT goes mainstream; Israel-Hamas war begins
Gas: $3.52/galHome: $361,600Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Joe Biden"Flowers" — Miley CyrusBest Picture: Oppenheimer
2026Age 33 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Became a key player and creative force for S.S. Lazio in Serie A, scoring over 30 goals and providing numerous assists across multiple seasons.
- Won the Coppa Italia with Lazio in the 2018-2019 season.
- Earned a call-up and made his debut for the Brazilian national team in 2015.
Did You Know?
He was given the nickname 'The Mosquito' by Lazio fans for his speed and elusive dribbling.
He is a devout Christian and often points to the sky after scoring goals.
He played alongside Neymar at Santos before both made their moves to Europe.
“At Santos, you learn to play with joy, but in Italy you learn to win.”
