Filipe Luís backs player after Flamengo v Botafogo: "He'll win fans back" | OneFootball

Which player were Filipe Luís' words about?

Samuel Lino played as a starter for Flamengo against Botafogo this Sunday (15), in the quarterfinals of the Carioca. However, the forward did not perform well and received criticism from the fans. Thus, Filipe Luís sent a message to the fans.

— He had a good first half, always facing forward. We also have to consider the context. I have no doubt that with how hard he works, he will win back the fans -, he said.

Has Samuel Lino lost his place at Flamengo?

When he arrived at Flamengo in the middle of the 2025 season, Samuel Lino took the starting position on the left wing. However, the forward's performance declined, and he shared playing time with Everton Cebolinha, who improved his performance.

In the match against Botafogo, Samuel Lino started. However, the forward left the field halfway through the second half for Everton Cebolinha to come in. For the match against Lanús (ARG) in the Recopa Sudamericana, Filipe Luís still has three days of training to decide on the starting left winger.

What time is the first leg between Flamengo and Lanús?

The match between Flamengo and Lanús is scheduled for 9:30 PM (Brasília time) this Thursday (19), in Argentina. Thus, ESPN, on cable, and Disney+ on streaming, will broadcast the match. Additionally, Coluna do Fla will be ‘on-site’ at the match location to bring all the information about the Rubro-Negro.

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