Samuel Lino is enjoying a spectacular run at Flamengo in 2026, surpassing individual and team milestones.
The 2026 season is shaping up as the most productive in Samuel Lino‘s career. The Flamengo forward has been a pivotal player in the club’s campaign, leading the squad in assists and ranking among the top goal-scorers. His impressive performance has stood out, raising the overall level of the *Rubro-Negra* team’s play.
With 15 assists and eight goals in 39 matches played so far, Samuel Lino already shows significant improvement compared to his first half-season in Rio de Janeiro. His 2026 numbers exceed his accumulated performance in the second half of 2025, demonstrating growing adaptation and maturity at the club.
Numbers That Speak for Themselves
In comparison to his two-season stint at Atlético de Madrid, Samuel Lino has achieved impressive milestones for Flamengo in a considerably shorter period. While in Spain he recorded 12 goals and 16 assists in 93 games, with the *Carioca* club, in just 70 matches, he already boasts 13 goals and 20 assists, showcasing remarkable efficiency.
The forward, who joined Flamengo in July 2025, expressed his satisfaction with his current form:
This year at Flamengo, I’m feeling very happy and I’m growing a lot here. It’s been a very intense year, and today I’m happy to be helping, to be going through a good phase, and I hope to continue this momentum and stay here for a long time.
Contribution to Titles and Recognition
Samuel Lino‘s presence has been crucial for Flamengo‘s triumphs, including the CONMEBOL Libertadores, the Brazilian Serie A, the Carioca Championship, and other tournaments. His direct involvement in 52 of the team’s goals, alongside Pedro, is a clear indicator of his tactical and technical importance.
Beyond his club brilliance, Samuel Lino‘s talent has also led him to the senior Brazil national team. His call-up in September 2025 for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers reflects his ascent and the recognition of his potential at the national level.
Path to Success
A native of Santo André, Samuel Lino built his career through European football before returning to Brazil to wear the *Rubro-Negra* jersey. His stint in Flamengo‘s youth academy in 2018, where he won the Copa São Paulo de Futebol Júnior, foreshadowed his current success. His professional debut in 2025 and first goal shortly thereafter marked the beginning of a promising journey that is now reaching its peak in 2026.
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