Da Mata

Da Mata wears the number 4 shirt for Flamengo, anchoring the defence with a composed, ball-playing style that suits the club’s demanding system. A centre-back by trade, Da Mata is distinctive for his reading of the game and ability to step out of the defensive line to break up attacks before they develop. His calmness in possession allows Flamengo to build from the back, a trait that has made him a reliable figure in the squad. While his exact age and nationality are not recorded in the ...