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Ronaldinho Returns to Italy with Third-Tier Ravenna

Brazilian soccer legend Ronaldinho, 46, has officially joined Italian third-tier club Ravenna, marking his return to the sport over a decade after retirement.

Ronaldinho was celebrated in a special 'Ronaldinho day' ceremony as he joined Ravenna, arriving by private jet and accompanied by club president Ignazio Cipriani. The Brazilian legend, who won the World Cup with Brazil in 2002 and Ballon d'Or in 2005, previously played for AC Milan from 2008-11 and last professionally for Fluminense in 2015. wlop.pl

The 46-year-old will not feature in Ravenna's first Serie C match on Monday, with his playing role still uncertain. 'I feel fine,' Ronaldinho said when asked about his potential playing time, adding 'it depends on the president and coach.' Despite the uncertainty, Cipriani has expressed it is his dream for Ronaldinho to score his last career goal for the team.