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Ronaldinho

Ronaldinho is the professional name of Ronaldo de Assis Moreira, a Brazilian former footballer born on 21 March 1980 in Porto Alegre, Brazil.

Updated September 12, 20261 min readCited sources

Ronaldinho is the professional name of Ronaldo de Assis Moreira, a Brazilian former footballer widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time. He is best known for his achievements with Brazil and clubs including Paris Saint-Germain, Barcelona, and Milan.

Early life and club career

Ronaldinho was born on 21 March 1980 in Porto Alegre, Brazil. He played for Paris Saint-Germain, Barcelona, and Milan, among others, and became a global star at Barcelona due to his dribbling, creativity, and attacking style.

International career and honours

He was a key member of Brazil's 2002 World Cup-winning squad. He also won the Copa América and Confederations Cup, and earned two FIFA World Player of the Year awards and a Ballon d'Or.

In March 2020, Ronaldinho and his brother were detained in Paraguay for entering with false passports. They were held in custody before being released on bail while the investigation continued.

In short

  • Won the 2002 FIFA World Cup with Brazil
  • Two FIFA World Player of the Year awards and a Ballon d'Or
  • Known for his dribbling, creativity, and attacking style
  • Detained in Paraguay in 2020 over false passports
Canadian angle

Ronaldinho is widely known to Canadian soccer fans as one of the sport's most influential players and a major figure from the modern era of international football.

Quick questions

Who is Ronaldinho?
Ronaldinho is the professional name of Ronaldo de Assis Moreira, a Brazilian former footballer known for his attacking skill and success with Brazil and major European clubs.
What is Ronaldinho famous for?
He is famous for being one of football's greatest players, winning the 2002 World Cup, two FIFA World Player of the Year awards, and a Ballon d'Or.
Where did Ronaldinho play?
He played for clubs in Brazil, France, Spain, and Italy, with major spells at Paris Saint-Germain, Barcelona, and Milan.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ronaldinho
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, nationality, positions, awards, and broad career overview.
  2. Biography.com — https://www.biography.com/athlete/ronaldinho
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, and summary of his soccer career and accolades.
  3. FC Barcelona — https://www.fcbarcelona.com/en/football/barca-legends/players/1493844/ronaldinho
    Supports: Birth place and club association.
  4. BBC Sport — https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/53677655
    Supports: 2020 Paraguay detention, bail, and legal context.
  5. Sky Sports — https://www.skysports.com/football/news/2373098/ronaldinho-profile
    Supports: Birth date and profile information.