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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Alex Pattle

Football legend Ronaldinho announces shock return from retirement for Italian club

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  • Brazilian football legend Ronaldinho has reportedly ended his retirement at the age of 46 , signing with Italian third-tier club Ravenna FC.
  • The announcement on Wednesday comes 11 years after he last played professionally, though his exact role at the Serie C club remains unclear, with some scepticism about him taking to the pitch.
  • Ronaldinho expressed enthusiasm for his new venture, stating, 'New colours, same smile,' and hinting at a return to 'dancing on the ball' and bringing joy to Ravenna.
  • His last professional club was Fluminense in 2015, following a distinguished career that included stints at Barcelona, AC Milan, and Paris Saint-Germain.
  • Ronaldinho's major career achievements include winning the World Cup with Brazil in 2002, two La Liga titles and a Champions League with Barcelona, and a Serie A title with AC Milan.

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Ronaldinho, 46, emerges from retirement to join third-tier Italian club

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