Galáticos Game: Ronaldinho Gaúcho and stars play at Arena da Baixada | OneFootball

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·3 October 2026

Galáticos Game: Ronaldinho Gaúcho and stars play at Arena da Baixada

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Arena da Baixada, in Curitiba (PR), will host a constellation of stars on the night of this Saturday (3) for the Galáticos Game, a charity event that promises to energize the capital of Paraná. The schedule begins at 5:00 p.m. with the opening of the gates, musical attractions at 6:00 p.m., a children’s match at 7:00 p.m., and the main showdown scheduled for 8:00 p.m. (Brasília time).

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In addition to host Ronaldinho Gaúcho, the event will feature five other world champions with the Brazilian National Team in 2002, major international football stars, and a lineup of historic idols from Paraná’s main clubs. On the sidelines, the match will be managed by experienced coaches Levir Culpi and Tiago Nunes.


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With tickets completely sold out, every fan with guaranteed entry must bring 1 kg of non-perishable food at the stadium entrance, a donation that will be directed to charities and families in vulnerable situations.

Event Information and Schedule

Ronaldinho Gaúcho and Football Idols on the Field

The event’s main attraction is the former number 10 of the Brazilian National Team and two-time FIFA World Player of the Year, Ronaldinho Gaúcho. World champion in 2002 and UEFA Champions League winner with Barcelona, the star leads his team of special guests against the Paraná Stars selection.

The opposing team brings together standout former players who played for the main clubs in Paraná football (Athletico-PR, Coritiba, and Paraná Clube), in a festive reunion aimed at entertaining fans and collecting food donations.

Confirmed Stars: 2002 World Champions and Big Names in Football

The Arena da Baixada pitch will bring together a squad full of titles, history, and ties to football in Paraná and around the world:

2002 World Champions (Brazil’s fifth World Cup title)

  • Ronaldinho Gaúcho
  • Kléberson
  • Denílson
  • Marcos
  • Lúcio
  • Ricardinho

International and National Team Stars

  • Zé Roberto
  • Oscar

Paraná Football Idols

  • Rafinha (former Coritiba)
  • Tcheco (developed by Paraná Clube and also played for Coritiba)
  • Thiago Heleno (former Athletico)
  • Keirrison (developed by Coritiba)
  • Pedro Ken (developed by Coritiba)
  • Paulo Baier
  • Lúcio Flávio
  • Diego Tardelli

Coaches

  1. Levir Culpi
  2. Tiago Nunes

Full Schedule

  • 5:00 p.m.: Opening of the Arena da Baixada gates.
  • 6:00 p.m.: Start of entertainment attractions and musical performances.
  • 7:00 p.m.: Children’s preliminary match featuring players from local football schools and youth academies.
  • 8:00 p.m.: Kickoff of the main match: Team Ronaldinho vs. Paraná Stars.
  • 10:00 p.m.: Expected end of activities and final events on the pitch.

Recommendations and Charity Action

  • Food Collection: Each fan must bring 1 kg of non-perishable food along with their ticket. The donation will be handed in at the entrance turnstile and passed on to families in vulnerable situations.
  • Box Offices Closed: As tickets sold out in advance, there will be no sales at the stadium. The organizers ask fans without tickets to avoid traveling to the surrounding area to prevent crowds.
  • Access and Traffic: Due to the large flow expected around Arena da Baixada, fans are advised to check the section indicated on their ticket in advance and plan to arrive early.

Event Fact Sheet

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Galáticos Game

What time is Ronaldinho Gaúcho’s match at Arena da Baixada?

The main match between Team Ronaldinho and Paraná Stars is scheduled to start at 8:00 p.m. (Brasília time).

What time do the Arena da Baixada gates open?

The stadium gates open at 5:00 p.m., with musical attractions and entertainment starting at 6:00 p.m.

Are there still tickets available for the Galáticos Game?

No. All available tickets were sold out in advance, and there will be no ticket sales at the stadium box office.

What do you need to bring to enter the event?

In addition to the ticket (physical or digital), presenting 1 kg of non-perishable food at the entrance turnstile is mandatory.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.

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