Samuel Lino set for ‘debut’ in Flamengo v Vasco clash in the Brasileirão | OneFootball

Will Samuel Lino be a starter in the Flamengo vs Vasco match?

Flamengo is finalizing details to face Vasco this Sunday (21), for the 24th round of the Brasileirão. Besides Mengão trying to add three more points, the day could be special for Samuel Lino, the red-black striker.

This is because Samuel Lino joined Flamengo in the last transfer window. Thus, the red-black striker will play his first classic with the Sacred Mantle this Sunday (21), against Vasco.

Will Samuel Lino be a starter in Flamengo's match?

Despite Flamengo having a ‘decision’ in the Libertadores on Thursday (25), Filipe Luís does not intend to rest players against Vasco. Thus, Samuel Lino is expected to appear among the starters for Mengão, forming the attack alongside Pedro and Gonzalo Plata.

With only the absence of Erick Pulgar confirmed, Flamengo is expected to face Vasco with ‘full strength’. Thus, coach Filipe Luís outlined the probable lineup with the following names: Rossi; Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira and Ayrton Lucas; Saúl (Allan), De La Cruz and Arrascaeta; Plata, Samuel Lino and Pedro.

When did Samuel Lino join Flamengo?

Samuel Lino was the third reinforcement announced by Flamengo in the last transfer window. The striker was even the most expensive signing in the club's history. After all, the Most Beloved invested 22 million euros (R$ 139 million) plus bonuses for the player.

Thus, with almost two months wearing the Flamengo jersey, Samuel Lino has played 11 games, with two goals and four assists. Now, the striker is excited to experience his first ‘Clássico dos Milhões’ with the Sacred Mantle.

When do Flamengo and Vasco face each other?

With Samuel Lino available, Flamengo faces Vasco this Sunday (21), for the 24th round of the Brazilian Championship. The ‘Clássico dos Milhões’ takes place at 5:30 PM (Brasília time), at Maracanã.

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will provide the best internet coverage, through YouTube, the website, and social media. However, Globo (open channel), Premiere (pay-per-view), and GE TV (YouTube) will broadcast the Flamengo vs Vasco match.

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