Filipe Luís on Lino’s call-up, voices concern: “In Bolivia…” | OneFootball

Flamengo, led by Filipe Luís, drew 1-1 with Grêmio at Maracanã, in the Brasileirão

Flamengo drew 1-1 with Grêmio this Sunday (31), but the main topic of the press conference with Filipe Luís was the call-up of Samuel Lino to the Brazilian National Team. The red-black coach expressed satisfaction for the player, but expressed concern about the possibility of the number 16 playing at high altitude.

— He is a unique player. When he has the ball, he is different, decisive. He has dribbling skills, that danger we always need, especially in the part of the field where we create so much advantage. He is a player who I am sure will evolve a lot and bring us joy. Awarded with a deserved call-up. I hope he goes, plays at Maracanã, not in Bolivia, and comes back here in full condition to help the team -, he stated.

Why did Flamengo draw?

Flamengo and Grêmio drew 1-1 at Maracanã, for the 22nd round of the Brasileirão. The goal of the Rubro-Negro was scored by Arrascaeta, after a pass from Pedro. However, the gremistas equalized with a penalty goal scored by goalkeeper Thiago Volpi.

Why was Samuel Lino called up?

The forward Matheus Cunha, from Manchester United (ENG), got injured, so coach Carlo Ancelotti called Samuel Lino to replace him. The opportunities for the Flamengo player are in the games against Chile and Bolivia, for the qualifiers of the 2026 World Cup.

When does Mengão play again?

Flamengo will take a break for the FIFA Date and will return to the fields only on September 14, when they will face Juventude, at Alfredo Jaconi. The team from Rio Grande do Sul is in 17th place, but they beat Ceará in the last round and are excited to reverse the negative situation in the Brazilian Championship.

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