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·22 September 2026
Ecuador ‘drop’ Gonzalo Plata from squad after new Flamengo injury
Ecuador ‘drop’ Gonzalo Plata from squad after new Flamengo injury | OneFootball
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Plata felt pain in the back of his right thigh during a Flamengo match
The Ecuador national team confirmed this Tuesday (22) that Gonzalo Plata has been withdrawn from the squad for the upcoming FIFA international window, which begins on Thursday (24). The Flamengo forward, who left the 2-1 win over Red Bull Bragantino with pain in his right thigh, was diagnosed with an injury in the area.
According to an official statement released by the Ecuadorian national team, the report sent by Flamengo’s Medical Department confirmed that Gonzalo Plata has a functional muscle injury in his right thigh. Therefore, the player will remain in Rio de Janeiro to begin treatment.
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See Ecuador’s official statement:
The Ecuadorian Football Federation informs that players Kevin Rodríguez and Gonzalo Plata have been removed from the squad for the current FIFA international window. After medical exams carried out by his club, Kevin Rodríguez was found to have a muscle injury in the back of the thigh (hamstring), classified as BAMIC 2B. Meanwhile, according to the report sent by Flamengo’s medical department, Gonzalo Plata has a functional muscle injury. After evaluating the available medical information and communication between the medical departments of the club and the Ecuadorian Football Federation, it was determined that the player will not join the national team during this FIFA international window. Both players will remain with their respective clubs to continue the physiotherapy treatment established by their medical departments. The Ecuadorian Football Federation wishes the players a speedy recovery,” it said.
What are Ecuador’s fixtures during this FIFA international window?
Ecuador has friendlies confirmed against Japan and South Korea, both in Asia. In addition, a third match against either Panama or New Zealand is still being considered by the national team delegation.
Anthony Valencia available for Ecuador
Despite Gonzalo Plata’s withdrawal, another Flamengo player has been called up by coach Marcelo Gallardo. It is Anthony Valencia, Fla’s first signing in the last transfer window. As a result, the youngster is preparing to join the national team.
Does Flamengo have another injury concern?
Plata is not Flamengo’s only concern after the match against Bragantino. That is because Ayrton Lucas also suffered a muscle injury in the back of his right thigh last Sunday (22).
As a result, Flamengo’s Medical Department has two cases to monitor over the coming weeks. However, the FIFA international window break should provide enough recovery time for both players before the schedule resumes.
How did Plata perform in Flamengo vs. Bragantino?
In the starting lineup for the match, Plata left the field in the final minutes to make way for Joaquín Freitas. In total, the Ecuadorian had one shot on target, completed 32 passes out of 38 attempts, and registered 58 touches. Therefore, the forward made a relevant contribution before feeling discomfort in his thigh.
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