Gonzalo Plata takes swipe and reveals mood at Flamengo

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·27 April 2026

Gonzalo Plata takes swipe and reveals mood at Flamengo

Gonzalo Plata scored his second goal of the 2026 season

Flamengo crushed Atlético-MG this Sunday (26) at Arena MRV, winning 4-0 in a match valid for the Brazilian Championship. Gonzalo Plata, scorer of the Rubro-Negro side’s second goal, highlighted the squad’s strength and praised the atmosphere on and off the pitch.

— What we’re doing is important, keeping a good atmosphere on and off the pitch. We’re helping each other in every match, and it’s important to get closer and closer to the top of the table. We need to keep going like this and, who knows, score more — said Gonzalo Plata.

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WHAT IS THE CONTEXT OF THE SITUATION?

Gonzalo Plata has been the target of criticism from Flamengo fans after recent controversies. That is because the Ecuadorian forward was seen at a nightclub at the end of last year. Soon after, he got into a disagreement with coach Leonardo Jardim and was even left out of a match.

In fact, Gonzalo Plata was even considered by the Flamengo board to be transferred in the next transfer window. However, despite the controversies, the player remains part of the plans for the season.

WHAT IS GONZALO PLATA’S CURRENT SITUATION?

Gonzalo Plata has now scored his second goal for Flamengo in the 2026 season. The forward has played 18 matches and also provided one assist during that span. The last time he found the net was against São Paulo on January 28.

WHEN DO FLAMENGO PLAY?

With Gonzalo Plata available, Flamengo now turn their focus to the Copa Libertadores. The Rubro-Negro team will face Estudiantes (ARG) away from home next Wednesday (29) at 9:30 PM (Brasília time), in the third round of the continental tournament.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.