Former Flamengo star Ronaldinho returns at 46, eyes 300th goal | OneFootball

Ronaldinho Gaúcho is going to play in Italy’s third division

Ronaldinho Gaúcho is back in professional football. At 46, the former Flamengo player was unveiled by Ravenna, from Italy’s third division, and revealed his desire to find the net for the 300th time in his career.

The return comes 11 years after the star’s last professional match, played for Fluminense in 2015. Now, besides the possibility of taking the field, Ronaldinho will also be involved as a shareholder of the Italian club.

IS RONALDINHO REALLY GOING TO PLAY FOR RAVENNA?

There is still no confirmation on when Ronaldinho will take the field. During his presentation, the Brazilian left the decision in the hands of coach Andrea Mandorlini and indicated that his participation will depend on the coaching staff.

“Will you see me play? I don’t know, only the coach knows. I’m in shape, and I dream of scoring my 300th goal. If that happens, even better, right?” Ronaldinho said. The attacking midfielder has 299 career goals, meaning he is one away from the milestone. Of those, 28 came in a Flamengo shirt.

WHAT IS RONALDINHO’S GOAL IN THIS RETURN?

Despite the uncertainty over his debut, Ronaldinho made it clear that he intends to take advantage of the opportunity to reach a symbolic milestone. The former midfielder is chasing the 300th goal of his career and may wear the number 10 shirt again for Ravenna.

In addition, the return has special meaning for the player, who maintains a friendship with Ignazio Cipriani, an executive linked to the club’s project. The Brazilian’s arrival has also energized the fans and increased international attention on Ravenna.

WHEN COULD RONALDINHO MAKE HIS RETURN DEBUT?

The debut still has no set date, and the star is not expected to take part in the team’s first official match of the season against Reggiana (ITA). Therefore, expectations now shift to a later opportunity, when the coaching staff decide to use the Brazilian.

HOW DID RONALDINHO GAÚCHO DO AT FLAMENGO?

Signed in 2011, Ronaldinho won that year’s Campeonato Carioca, but left the club the following season because of delayed salary payments. Wearing the Sacred Jersey, R10 played 72 matches, scored 28 goals, and provided 17 assists in just under two years.

SO WHAT IS THE AUTHOR’S OPINION, AFTER ALL?

— It’s an excellent marketing move. Who could have imagined Ravenna would be talked about all over the world? All thanks to Ronaldinho. For him to get that 300th goal, it won’t take much. The team just needs to win a free kick or a penalty for him to score — commented Pedro Paulo Catonho, a journalist for Coluna do Fla.

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