Luiz Fábio ‘Favela’ unveiled by Maltese club | OneFootball

Forward Luiz Fábio “Favela” was officially announced as a player for Zabbar St. Patrick of Malta. The player joins the club on loan from Corinthians. In a statement, the club highlighted him as a “dynamic and powerful” forward.

"We are pleased to announce the arrival of Luiz Fabio Sampaio, on loan from Corinthians. The 19-year-old Brazilian is a dynamic and powerful forward; he brings pace, strength, and intensity to our attack, offering another exciting offensive option for the squad. Welcome and good luck, Luiz," wrote Zabbar.

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SeasonIn the current season, forward Luiz Fábio Favela played 30 matches for Corinthians U-20, scored three goals, and recorded one assist. Of the three goals scored, two came during the Copa São Paulo de Futebol Júnior.

The forward arrived at Timão in 2025, after spells at Taboão da Serra, Barra-SC, and Capivariano. Since then, he has become part of the club’s development system and will now have his first experience in professional football outside Brazil.

Favela’s link with Corinthians remains valid during the loan period. The player’s contract with Timão runs until February 2029.

The move to Malta therefore represents an opportunity for the center-forward to gain minutes and experience in professional football. At the end of the loan period, Favela will remain tied to Corinthians, the club that holds his contract.

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