Plata vows full focus on Flamengo before World Cup: "Do our best" | OneFootball

Ecuadorian Team Secured Spot in the 2026 World Cup

The Qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup ended last Tuesday (09). The Flamengo striker, Gonzalo Plata was called up to represent the Ecuadorian Team and, with the results, secured a spot in the 2026 World Cup. Now, the player ensures maximum focus on Mengão before the world tournament.

— Now all that's left is to enjoy that we are going to the World Cup. Focus on our clubs before we think about the World Cup and do things in the best way -, said Gonzalo Plata, in an interview in the mixed zone after the 1-0 victory over Argentina.

Did Gonzalo Plata play in the FIFA Date?

It is worth mentioning that Gonzalo Plata is a regular in Ecuador's call-ups. Thus, the striker played in both games on the last FIFA Date. In the 0-0 draw with Paraguay, the player came on in the second half and played for 20 minutes. In the victory over Argentina, the athlete started and left the field at 25'.

What are Gonzalo Plata's numbers in 2025?

A key piece in Filipe Luís's scheme, Gonzalo Plata has played 32 times in the 2025 season. In the meantime, the striker has four goals and eight assists. In addition, the player seeks to establish himself as a starter in Flamengo's attack, while competing with Luiz Araújo for the left wing position in the Most Beloved.

What is Flamengo's next game?

With Plata available, Flamengo returns to the field for the Brazilian Championship this Sunday (14). Thus, Filipe Luís's team faces Juventude, at 4 pm (Brasília time), at Alfredo Jaconi, for the 23rd round of the tournament. As usual, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details of the match, through YouTube, the website and social networks.

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