John Kennedy cements super-sub role at Fluminense, 80% wins scoring | OneFootball

Fluminense’s 3-2 win over Santos at Vila Belmiro bore a signature the tricolor fans already know well: that of John Kennedy. Coming off the bench to score the winner in the 40th minute of the second half, the forward reinforced a trait that has been important for coach Luis Zubeldía: the ability to decide matches even without starting among the first eleven.

This “super-sub” side of him is nothing new. A survey by journalist Pedro Bernardo of Lance! shows that when John Kennedy scores after coming off the bench, Fluminense has an 80% success rate. There have been 15 matches in which the forward came on during the game and found the net, with 11 wins, three draws, and just one loss.

Another figure stands out: 10 of those goals secured the win for Fluminense, highlighting the forward’s ability to step up in decisive moments.

Among the matches in which John Kennedy scored after coming off the bench are:

The list includes memorable matches in the club’s recent history, such as the 2023 Copa Libertadores final against Boca Juniors, the semifinal of the 2023 FIFA Club World Cup against Al-Ahly and, now, the comeback win over Santos in the Brazilian Championship. 

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