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Samuel Lino, Saúl, and Emerson Royal made their debut for Flamengo this Thursday (31)

The Flamengo was defeated by Atlético-MG by 1 to 0, this Thursday (31), for the first leg of the round of 16 of the Copa do Brasil. Despite the negative result, the rubro-negra fans were excited about the debut of the new reinforcements: Samuel Lino, Saúl Ñíguez and Emerson Royal. The striker, in fact, was praised by the Spanish newspaper ‘Diario AS‘.

“At 55 minutes, facing the stumble of the home team, Filipe did not hesitate to make a triple substitution, including the debut of Lino. The former Atlético de Madrid (ESP) player was positioned as a left winger, but with freedom to appear in other areas of the attack. He showed intensity, eagerness to participate and boldness in the final moments. He would have scored a goal if it wasn't for Everson's save at 85 minutes“, he said, before concluding:

“To complete, Saúl entered the field at 78 minutes to try to tie the game. Atlético-MG defended with great confidence, and the score of 0 to 1 remained unchanged. This despite the suspense at 95 minutes, when Lino scored, but the goal was disallowed for offside“, concluded the Spanish newspaper.

HOW WAS SAMUEL LINO'S DEBUT?

Filipe Luís called on Samuel Lino 13 minutes into the second half. Thus, the new reinforcement of Mengão had positive numbers, such as four shots, three successful dribbles, two chances created and three crosses. In addition, the striker also helped Flamengo in defense, winning six out of nine duels and adding two dispossessions. The information is from ‘SofaScore‘.

HOW MUCH DID SAMUEL LINO COST FLAMENGO?

The Flamengo announced the signing of Samuel Lino as the third reinforcement of the transfer window, and the player made his first match this Thursday (31). In addition, the Rubro-Negro paid 22 million euros (R$ 142 million at the current rate) to Atlético de Madrid (ESP). Thus, the athlete became the most expensive signing in the history of Mais Querido.

WHEN DOES FLAMENGO RETURN TO THE FIELD?

With Samuel Lino available, Flamengo 'turns the key' after the defeat and focuses on the next commitment of the Brasileirão. This Sunday (03), Filipe Luís's team faces Ceará, at 6:30 pm (Brasília time), at Castelão, for the 18th round of the championship. Thus, as tradition dictates, the Coluna do Fla will bring all the details about the match.

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