Samuel Lino can hit his most prolific season in Flamengo v Del Valle | OneFootball

Flamengo standout under Leonardo Jardim, Samuel Lino was called up to the Brazil National Team

Samuel Lino, one of Flamengo’s standout players in 2026, has a special reason to take the field this Thursday (10). That’s because the forward is close to matching the highest-scoring season of his career. Wearing the No. 16 shirt, he will face Independiente del Valle (ECU) in the first leg of the Libertadores quarterfinals.

What is Samuel Lino’s highest-scoring season?

The most prolific season of Samuel Lino’s career was in 2021/22, when the forward scored 14 goals for Gil Vicente (POR). In 2026, the No. 16 has already found the net 12 times for Flamengo. In other words, he needs two more goals to match his personal best.

However, Flamengo’s season is not over yet, which increases Samuel Lino’s chances of surpassing his own personal record. As a result, every match from now on carries extra meaning for the player. Besides the Libertadores, Flamengo are also still competing in the final rounds of the Brasileirão season.

What are Samuel Lino’s numbers in 2026?

This season, Samuel Lino has recorded 43 appearances, 12 goals, and 10 assists. These numbers make the forward Flamengo’s main player since Leonardo Jardim took charge in March this year.

Was Samuel Lino called up to the Brazil National Team?

Samuel Lino’s performances also earned him a call-up from Carlo Ancelotti for the next FIFA international window, between September 21 and October 6. On that occasion, the Brazil National Team will play two friendlies against Australia and one against India.

In addition, this is Samuel Lino’s second call-up to represent Brazil. His first call-up to the Seleção for the forward came in August 2025, when he replaced striker Matheus Cunha, who had suffered a muscle injury.

What is Flamengo’s next match?

With Samuel Lino available, Flamengo return to the pitch this Thursday (10) to face Independiente del Valle. Kickoff is at 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time) at Estádio Olímpico Atahualpa, in the first leg of the Libertadores quarterfinals.

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla brings you all the details of Flamengo’s 2026 season. So, stay tuned to the website, social media, and YouTube. In addition, ESPN (pay TV) and Disney+ (streaming) will broadcast the match against Independiente del Valle.

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