Leonardo Jardim decides Gonzalo Plata's future at Flamengo | OneFootball

Flamengo beat Cusco (PER) 2-0 in the Libertadores with Gonzalo Plata in the starting lineup

Flamengo’s 2-0 win over Cusco (PER) featured Gonzalo Plata in the starting lineup wearing the Sacred Jersey for the first time in four matches. As a result, Leonardo Jardim revealed that he will do everything possible to help the Ecuadorian regain his best form.

— Regarding Plata, my goal is to get him to a good level because he is an international player, a quality player, with strong physical ability, but as I said before, he went through a difficult period in which he was not in a condition to help the team — said the coach, who added:

— After the national team break, he came back stronger, more focused, and is showing his value, and that is what everyone wants: Plata at a good level to help his teammates and Flamengo — Jardim highlighted after the Libertadores match.

Did Plata play well against Cusco?

Jardim said that the Ecuadorian had been struggling to settle in at Mengão. As a result, other off-field controversies also came to light. Fla even considered negotiating the forward, but the winger returned improved from the Ecuador national team.

So, the number 19 was given an opportunity in the opening round of the Libertadores Group A. The player then played a crucial role in winning the ball back high up the pitch. However, he was fortunate to avoid a red card in the first half after stepping on an opponent’s shin.

What is Flamengo’s next match?

Back in Brazil, Flamengo have a derby this Saturday (11). Fla-Flu kicks off at 6:30 p.m. (Brasília time) at the Maracanã in the 11th round of the Brasileirão. Fluminense will be the home side.

As is tradition, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details of the match between Flamengo and Cusco through YouTube, the website, and social media. The live broadcast, however, is exclusive to Premiere (pay-per-view).

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