Plata returns to defend Flamengo 2026 dribble lead against Vitória | OneFootball

Plata returns for Flamengo against Vitória in the 22nd round of the Brasileirão, aiming to defend his status as the club’s leading dribbler in 2026. According to Coluna Do Fla, the Ecuadorian has 35 successful dribbles, two more than Samuel Lino and Jorge Carrascal.

The winger missed the last two matches with knee tendinitis. He can now protect that narrow lead over Lino and Carrascal, who both stand on 33.

Despite the slim margin, Plata holds the best dribble average because he has played fewer games this year. Lino has 35 appearances, Carrascal 29, and Plata, the No 19, has 24. That works out at 1.45 dribbles per game for Flamengo in 2026.

In attack, he has two goals and three assists this year. Leonardo Jardim also has Lucas Paquetá back from a thigh muscle injury, while Luiz Araújo remains a doubt with a knee trauma. The report also notes both wingers contribute defensively, one on the left and the other on the right.

Flamengo host Vitória at the Maracanã on Sunday 9, with kick-off at 19:30 Brasília time. The match is on SporTV and Premiere pay-per-view.

Source: Coluna Do Fla

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