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Gonzalo Plata has been questioned by Flamengo fans

Flamengo faces Corinthians this Sunday (22), at Neo Química Arena, for the eighth round of the Brazilian Championship. As such, Mengão will not have forward Gonzalo Plata, who did not travel with the team to São Paulo.

According to a report by Coluna do Fla, Gonzalo Plata was left out of the squad for the match by decision of the coaching staff. Thus, the Ecuadorian player remains in Rio de Janeiro to continue training until the other athletes return.

WHAT IS PLATA'S SITUATION?

Gonzalo Plata has been the target of criticism from Flamengo fans due to his poor performance on the field this season. In addition, the player was questioned for conduct off the pitch in 2026.

Thus, Gonzalo Plata has only one goal this season for Flamengo. Furthermore, the Ecuadorian player has not provided any assists to his teammates. Finally, the 25-year-old forward has played in 11 matches wearing the red-and-black shirt.

WHEN IS FLAMENGO VS CORINTHIANS?

Therefore, Flamengo faces Corinthians this Sunday (22), at 8:30 p.m. (Brasília time), at Neo Química Arena. Coluna do Fla brings all the information about the match, which is worth three points in the Brasileirão.

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