SAMUEL LINO NEWS

Effective off bench Lino scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and two chances created in Sunday's 4-3 win against Sevilla.

Impact Lino had a rare day off the bench, scoring and assisting in just 15 minutes of play. He had only recorded one assist prior to Sunday, starting just three of the last seven and five of the last 13 contests after starting the season as the starting left back for Atletico.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Assists in win Lino recorded one assist, one shot (zero on target), one cross, and one created chance off the bench in Tuesday's 6-0 victory over Sparta Prague.

Impact Lino started on the bench once again Tuesday, with Diego Simeone favoring Javi Galan in the starting lineup this season. As a result, Lino's playing time has decreased compared to last year. However, he responded with an assist, his first of the season in the UCL, setting up Angel Correa's goal just six minutes after getting on the pitch.

NOVEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Lino assisted once to go with three shots (zero on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 3-0 victory versus Valencia.

Impact One of Lino's attempts at a shot turned out to be a pass to an open Antoine Griezmann, who scored off the former's header. After five games, Lino has an assist in the 2024-25 La Liga, during which he has also logged four shots on goal and four chances crated.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Another goal contribution Lino scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Real Sociedad.

Impact Lino buried his first goal in 17 league appearances and his fourth of the season. It also marked his fourth goal contribution in the last three games, while he fired at least two shots in a match for the seventh consecutive league game. He ended the campaign with fewer goals but more goal contributions compared to last season.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Assists against Osasuna Lino assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 4-1 defeat versus Osasuna.

Impact Lino set up a goal for Alvaro Morata in the 55th minute. Lino also completed a dribble and made a block. He has completed 40 dribbles this season and has one of the most touches in the opposition box.

MAY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Provides two assists in win Lino assisted twice to go with two shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Wednesday's 3-0 win versus Getafe. He was injured and subbed out in th...

Impact Lino had a productive game, as he provided Antoine Griezmann with two assists in the match. He made a rare appearance as a left-back, after primarily playing in the midfield this season. He is now up to seven assists in all competitions this season.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots, two on goal Lino had four shots (two on goal) and three crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 2-0 loss against Deportivo Alaves.

Impact After Atletico Madrid's UCL-exiting loss to Borussia Dortmund, a game for which he was suspended, Lino tried his best to get the Spanish team back on track. For only the second time since January, he logged multiple shots on goal. Coincidentally, that was the last time Lino has scored in La Liga action, going nearly three months without a goal to his name.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up ban Lino scored and was handed a one-match ban during Wednesday's 2-1 win over Dortmund.

Impact Lino scored a crucial goal and was shown a yellow card, the yellow will see him suspended for the reverse fixture. With Lino left on the sideline Marcos Llorente could be pushed further up the pitch and into a starting role in central midfield. Lino has started 10 matches in a row, and will be tough to replace either on the left flank or in midfield.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Wasteful in Inter clash Lino had three shots (zero on goal), one interception, one tackle (one won) and four successful duels in Tuesday's 1-0 defeat versus Inter Milan.

Impact Linon led his team in attempts but couldn't take advantage of a pair of juicy ones after wiggling free inside the box. He hasn't contributed to a goal in five fixtures, where he has posted nine shots (two on target), two key passes and three crosses (one accurate). Atletico Madrid will visit Almeria on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts four shots Lino attempted four shots (one on target) and two crosses (both inaccurate) in Sunday's 1-0 defeat to Sevilla.

Impact Lino ranked joint first for efforts at goal and came closest with a shot from outside the area that went narrowly wide. The wing-back has been a threat down the left-hand side, with 11 attacking returns (six goals and five assists) in all competitions this season.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in victory Lino scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 2-0 win against Valencia.

Impact Lino scored his third goal in La Liga and fifth in all competitions Sunday. Lino was relegated to substitute duty last match after starting six in a row. The statement performance in his return to the Starting XI is a welcome sight, following five successive appearances without a goal or assist.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Crosses three times from bench Lino had one shot (one on goal) and three crosses (zero accurate) in Monday's 1-0 victory over Granada.

Impact Lino entered this match as a halftime substitute and made a clearance and an interception to go along with his attacking production. This was his first time being excluded from the starting XI in seven games and he seems to be Diego Simeone's first choice on the left flank despite coming off the bench in this one.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Logs goal and assist Lino scored one goal and assisted once from four shots and two chances created in Wednesday's 2-0 win versus Lazio.

Impact Lino was Atletico Madrid's best player Wednesday. He logged the assist to a goal by Antoine Griezmann and scored one himself later. Lino finished the Champions League group stage with two goals and three assists, an output promising enough that it will be much more difficult for Atletico Madrid to bench him in future UCL and La Liga games.

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Continues to impress Lino generated two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and five chances created in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Mallorca.

Impact Lino wasn't able to score or assist a goal for the first time since returning from injury but he made his first start since then and also took two shots while winning two of his four tackles. The starting berth on Atletico's left flank will remain his to lose as long as he maintains this run of form.

NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores off bench Lino scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 3-1 victory against Villarreal.

Impact Lino has scored twice with two assists in the last two matches, both coming off the bench. He is also just coming back from injury, having starting his previous seven games while recording a goal and two assists in that span.

NOVEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

One goals and two assists Lino came off the bench to score once from three shots (one on target) and assist to goals in Tuesday's 6-0 win against Celtic.

Impact Lino marked his return from a knee injury with a wonder goal and two assists. His three goal involvements came despite him only playing the final 25 minutes. He had started six of the seven games prior to his injury, scoring one goal and registering two assists, and it would be no surprise to see him retake his place in the starting XI in the coming weeks.

NOVEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Included in squad list Lino (knee) was called up to the squad ahead of Tuesday's clash with Celtic.

Impact Lino looks set to rejoin the squad following a three-match absence due to his lingering knee problem. Prior to getting hurt, the midfielder had featured in six of his last seven contests in which he recorded one goal on nine shots (five on target), two assists and six crosses (one accurate). Rodrigo Riquelme could be dropped from the starting XI if Lino is ready for regular minutes.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not an option against Las Palmas Lino (knee) is unavailable for Friday's match against Las Palmas after not making the squad list.

Impact Lino will be on the sidelines for his third straight match, as he has once again missed the preliminary squad. The attacker had served as a starter this season, getting the nod in six of his last seven matches played, and should return to that role once he is healthy. Nahuel Molina will most likely replace Lino in the starting lineup against Las Palmas, as he has served as the starter since his absence.

NOVEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers knee sprain Lino sustained a "moderate knee sprain" versus Celta on Saturday.

Impact Even a Grade 1 strain figures to keep Lino out for about two weeks, which means he should be expected to miss at least Wednesday's UCL matchup with Celtic as well as Sunday's domestic meeting with Deportivo Alaves if not longer. Nahuel Molina took Lino's spot on the pitch Saturday but it's perhaps more likely that Rodrigo Riquelme will step into the starting XI in the left-midfield role.

OCTOBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off at halftime Lino was subbed off in the 46th minute due to discomfort, reported by the Atletico Universe.

Impact Lino made an early exit from Saturday's match after feeling discomfort. It is hard to tell the seriousness of the injury at the moment, but it looked to be more of a cautious move, seeing he has been a regular starter this season. He was replaced by Nahuel Molina, who is also a normal starter, so if Lino's injury ends up being long-term, expect Molina and Marcos Llorente to be the preferred starters on the wing while he is absent.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first goal of season Lino scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 win against Real Sociedad.

Impact Lino scored his first goal of the season for Atletico Madrid after transferring from Valencia this summer. He has made at least one tackle in every game this year except his first one and has made a strong impact on both ends to start the season.

OCTOBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records another assist Lino assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Thursday's 2-0 victory over Osasuna. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 82nd minute.

Impact Lino got his second assist in a row after starting at left back again for the third match in a row. He could continue to get the start there, especially after a successful campaign with Valencia last season.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists Sunday Lino assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-1 victory over Real Madrid.

Impact Lino provided his first assist of the season Sunday during the derby win against Real Madrid. He's started just twice in in four appearances in all competitions for the team, recording an assist with three won tackles thus far.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Productive during loan season Lino scored six goals and recorded one assist on 96 shots and 27 chances created in 38 appearances (33 starts) this past season.

Impact Lino appeared in every match during his loan stint at Valencia, and ended up with six goals and one assist. He especially came alive towards the end of the season with his side facing possible relegation, as he bagged four goals in the final nine matches of the season. His loan from Atletico Madrid ends June 30, so even if Valencia want to keep him, his time at the club may come to an end soon.

JUNE 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE