1. Support, assistance, or help provided after an expected or optimal time; delayed backing or aid
The government's late support came too little, too late to prevent the crisis.
O apoio tardio do governo chegou tarde demais para evitar a crise.
2. In sports or competitive contexts, assistance provided after the critical moment has passed
The late support from teammates couldn't change the outcome of the match.
O apoio tardio dos companheiros de equipe não pôde mudar o resultado da partida.