With Gonzalo Plata back in the mix, Flamengo prepares for their clash against Vitória in the Brazilian Serie A, as the Ecuadorian looks to maintain his undisputed lead in the 2026 season dribbling rankings.
Flamengo is finalizing preparations for their match against Vitória, valid for the 22nd round of the Brazilian Championship. The big news for the showdown at the Maracanã is the return of Gonzalo Plata, who had been sidelined due to knee tendinitis.
Beyond bolstering Leonardo Jardim‘s tactical setup, the forward returns with the goal of solidifying his position as the most prolific dribbler on the squad this season.
Currently, Plata leads the category with 35 successful dribbles, closely followed by Samuel Lino and Jorge Carrascal, both with 33 each. With all three available for Sunday’s match (09), the internal competition heats up, although the Ecuadorian holds an advantage in terms of average per game, establishing himself as one of the most dangerous weapons in the Mais Querido attack.
Dribbling stats at Flamengo
Data provided by Sofascore highlights the individual quality of the Rubro-Negro players in 2026. Here is the list of players who stand out the most in this category:
- Gonzalo Plata: 35
- Samuel Lino: 33
- Jorge Carrascal: 33
- Pedro: 28
- Cebolinha: 24
- Lucas Paquetá: 19
- Ayrton Lucas: 16
- Bruno Henrique: 15
- Luiz Araújo: 15
- Varela: 13
- Wallace Yan: 13
- Arrascaeta: 12
M360 Team Opinion
Regarding the player’s efficiency, the M360 Team highlights the tactical impact of these individual skills:
I was surprised during data collection to see that Plata surpasses the number of dribbles by Lino, who has played more matches. Beyond their dribbling, both guys share a commitment to defensive support, one on the left and the other on the right.
In addition to Plata, Rubro-Negro fans have another reason to celebrate: the return of Lucas Paquetá, who has recovered from a thigh muscle injury. On the other hand, the only confirmed absence remains Luiz Araújo, who continues treatment for a knee injury.
The match kicks off at the Maracanã at 7:30 PM (Brasília time), with live coverage on SporTV and Premiere.
