"Too good for Brazil": Samuel Lino dazzles Flamengo fans on debut | OneFootball

Samuel Lino played for 33 minutes in Flamengo's defeat to Atlético-MG

The Flamengo disappointed the more than 64,000 fans present at Maracanã this Thursday (31) by being defeated by Atlético-MG 1-0, in the Copa do Brasil. The positive side of the match was the debut of forward Samuel Lino, the biggest signing in Mengão's history.

Samuel Lino was brought in by coach Filipe Luís at 13 minutes into the second half, replacing Matheus Gonçalves. Thus, the new Mengão recruit had positive numbers, such as four shots, three successful dribbles, two chances created, and three crosses.

Additionally, Samuel Lino also helped Flamengo defensively. The number 16 won six out of nine duels and made two tackles for Mengão. However, in 33 minutes, the player couldn't help the Most Beloved to overturn the score. The information comes from the statistics site SofaScore.

HIGHLIGHT AMONG FANS

Thus, Samuel Lino quickly caught the attention of fans. In a post on X, formerly Twitter, a profile commented: “Well, friends… Apparently, Samuel Lino is going to stand out here in Brazil. The man is too slick!”

WHO IS SAMUEL LINO?

Samuel Lino is the newest addition to Flamengo for the 2025 season and played his first match this Thursday (31). The red-black team spent 22 million euros (R$ 142 million at the current exchange rate) with Atlético de Madrid (ESP). Thus, the athlete became the most expensive signing in the history of the Most Beloved.

AND THE GAME?

Flamengo lost to Atlético-MG 1-0, with a goal by Cuello in the second half. Therefore, the team led by Filipe Luís will need to overturn the score in the return match in Belo Horizonte. To advance, the Most Beloved will have to win by two goals to qualify directly. In case of a one-goal victory, the decision will go to penalties.

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