Gonzalo Plata, Flamengo’s striker, guaranteed that Equador is capable of reaching the Copa’s decision over Mundo in 2026. The player spoke to fans and the press upon the Ecuadorian team’s arrival at the camp. Ele joked about the need to bring a lot of clothes for the long stay at the tournament.
The statement took place last Saturday, May 30, at the hotel where the team is preparing for Mundial. Plata is one of the highlights of the selection led by Sebastián Beccacece. The coach announced the definitive squad list this Monday, June 1st.
Plata jokes with fans about long campaign
O atacante rubro-negro conversou de forma descontraída com os presentes. Ele asked fans to prepare enough luggage because the Ecuadorian team intends to stay until the end. The phrase “We will” summed up the group’s optimism. Plata has been active in Flamengo since 2024 and has established itself as an important option in the attack.
The Equador selection seeks to repeat or surpass its best performances in Mundiais. The South American country has been in recent editions and is now aiming for a place in the top four. Plata appears as a key player up front.
Flamengo leads Brasileirão’s number of call-ups
Rubro-Negro is the Brazilian club with the most representatives in Copa of Mundo 2026. Nove players from the squad were called up by their national teams. The number reflects the club’s recent investment and the group’s technical level.
- Alex Sandro (Brasil)
- Danilo (Brasil)
- Léo Pereira (Brasil)
- Lucas Paquetá (Brasil)
- Giorgian of Arrascaeta (Uruguai)
- Guillermo Varela (Uruguai)
- Nicolás from Cruz (Uruguai)
- Jorge Carrascal (Colômbia)
- Gonzalo Plata (Equador)
Outros Brasileirão teams also contribute athletes. The total number of players from Série A and B who will compete in the tournament in Estados Unidos, México and Canadá breaks an all-time record.
Convocados Ecuadorians in Brazilian football
Além of Gonzalo Plata, three other players who play for Brasil will defend Equador. Alan Minda, Alan Franco and Ángelo Preciado, from Atlético-MG, and Félix Torres, from Internacional, complete the list. Their presence reinforces the quality of the national championship.
Sebastián Beccacece defined the group after an observation period. The Ecuadorian team has been training for days and is now focusing on final preparation before the trip to Mundial.
Histórico recent from Equador on Copas
Equador participated in the 2022 Copa on Qatar. On that occasion, they advanced from the group stage but stopped in the round of 16. The 2026 campaign takes on overcoming challenges with the mix of experience and young talents.
Gonzalo Plata is having a good time at Flamengo. Ele contributes goals and assists to Brasileirão and Libertadores. The red and black fans eagerly follow the player’s performance in the tournament.
Preparação of the Ecuadorian national team advances
Concentration continues at an intense pace. Beccacece works on tactical and physical aspects with the full squad. Amistosos and closed training are part of the agenda until the debut at Copa.
Brasil, as the host of part of the games, hosts several selections. Equipes from South America takes advantage of the proximity for final adjustments. Plata and his teammates seek to surprise higher-rated opponents.
Flamengo releases the selected athletes according to the calendar. The club respects the Fifa dates and plans a gradual return after Mundial. The 2026/27 season is already on the board’s radar.
Expectativa around Flamengo players
The nine called up represent different teams. The Brazilian quartet (Alex Sandro, Danilo, Léo Pereira and Lucas Paquetá) is experiencing a recovery or consolidation phase. The Uruguayans and Colombians also accumulate important minutes.
The Flamengo fans follow the teams with pride. Muitos hope that the performance at Copa will further raise the level of the red and black squad when they return to Brasil.