Cebolinha set for Flamengo v Botafogo, tops surprise stat | OneFootball

Flamengo and Botafogo Duel for a Spot in the Semifinals of the Campeonato Carioca

Everton Cebolinha went from being a discarded piece to a starter at the beginning of this season. After all, the forward is the leader in goal involvements for Flamengo in 2026. Thus, the winger could be the main offensive weapon in the classic against Botafogo this Sunday (15).

The number 11 from Gávea has three goals and one assist in seven matches, four of which he started in the starting eleven. Thus, Bruno Henrique and Pedro are tied with two goals each in second place in this statistic.

What are Cebolinha’s complete stats in 2026?

Cebolinha finished 2025 with improved performance and kept up the pace this year. So, Filipe Luís had no choice but to bench Samuel Lino for the forward to take over the starting spot on the left wing.

Was Cebolinha ever close to leaving Flamengo?

Teams like Grêmio, Fluminense, and Cruzeiro showed interest in the player, who did not perform well between 2024 and 2025. In the case of the team from Minas Gerais, Mengão tried to include the player in negotiations in an attempt to buy Kaio Jorge, but no agreement was reached.

What time is Flamengo’s next game?

With Cebolinha available, Flamengo faces Botafogo in the quarterfinals of the Carioca on Sunday (15). Thus, the match kicks off at 5:30 p.m. (Brasília time) at Estádio Nilton Santos.

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