Samuel Lino — season analysis
Chances tend to pass through Samuel Dias Lino (Brazil) — the Flamengo (Brasileirão Serie A) midfielder shapes much of his side's attacking play in 2026/27.
Over 26 appearances he has been directly involved in 16 goals: 9 scored, 7 set up. That comes across 1,719 minutes on the pitch, or 0.47 goals per 90 minutes and 0.84 goal involvements per 90. He has started 21 of those matches. Those 9 goals place him #4 in the Brasileirão Serie A scoring charts on this site.
On the creative side he has produced 44 key passes while completing 86% of his passes. From 39 shots, 49% on target, his shot conversion is 23%. In one-on-ones he completes 31% of his dribbles.
He wins 48% of his duels. Disciplinary record this season: 2 yellow. All of it condenses into an IIG (Striker Impact Index) of 15.2 this season — our league-weighted composite of goals, rating and assists.