Ronaldinho

Ronaldinho is a Brazilian professional footballer, born on March 21, 1980, in Porto Alegre, Brazil. He is widely regarded as one of the most skillful and creative footballers of all time. Ronaldinho began his professional career with Grêmio before moving to Paris Saint-Germain in 2001, and later to FC Barcelona in 2003, where he won multiple titles, including two La Liga titles and the UEFA Champions League.

Ronaldinho is known for his exceptional dribbling ability, vision, and creativity. He has won numerous individual awards, including the FIFA World Player of the Year title twice, and holds multiple records, such as being one of the few players to have won the UEFA Champions League, Copa Libertadores, and the FIFA World Cup.

Off the field, Ronaldinho is also recognized for his philanthropy and influence, making significant charitable contributions and inspiring millions worldwide.

Grêmio

• Youth and Early Career: Ronaldinho was born and raised in Porto Alegre and started his football journey with Grêmio's youth academy. He made his first-team debut for Grêmio in 1998.

Paris Saint-Germain

• European Debut: Ronaldinho signed with Paris Saint-Germain in 2001, where his skill and flair caught the attention of top clubs in Europe.

FC Barcelona

• Peak Years: In 2003, Ronaldinho transferred to FC Barcelona. Over the next five years, he won numerous titles, including two La Liga titles and the UEFA Champions League in 2006. 
  Individual Awards: At Barcelona, Ronaldinho won the Ballon d'Or in 2005.

AC Milan

• Later Success: Ronaldinho joined AC Milan in 2008 and won the Serie A title in 2011.

Later Career

• Return to Brazil and Beyond: Ronaldinho returned to Brazil in 2011, playing for Flamengo, Atlético Mineiro, and Fluminense. He also had a brief stint with Querétaro in Mexico. His performances at Atlético Mineiro earned him the South American Footballer of the Year award in 2013.

Brazil National Team

• Debut: Made his debut for Brazil in 1999.

Achievements:

• FIFA World Cup: Winner in 2002.
• Copa América: Winner in 1999.
• Confederations Cup: Winner in 2005.
• Ronaldinho has scored 33 goals in 97 appearances for the national team.

• Position: Primarily an attacking midfielder, but also excelled as a forward.
• Skills: Known for his exceptional dribbling, creativity, vision, and free-kick ability. Ronaldinho is celebrated for his technical skills, showmanship, and flair on the pitch.

• Family: Ronaldinho has one son. He keeps his personal life away from the public eye.
• Philanthropy: Ronaldinho is involved in various charitable activities and has donated to causes such as children's hospitals and disaster relief efforts.

• Ronaldinho is celebrated not only for his extraordinary talent and creativity but also for his influence on the sport, popularizing a playful and skillful style of football. His impact extends beyond the pitch, inspiring millions of fans around the world.

FIFA World Player of the Year:

• Winner in 2004 and 2005

UEFA Champions League Winner:

• Winner in 2006 with FC Barcelona

Copa Libertadores Winner:

• Winner in 2013 with Atlético Mineiro

FIFA World Cup Winner:

• Winner in 2002 with Brazil

Books

• Ribeiro, N. (2013) Ronaldinho: Football's Flamboyant Maestro. London: Carlton Publishing Group.
• Ronaldinho: The Happiest Man in the World. (2017) New York: Skyhorse Publishing.

Websites

• FIFA: Information about Ronaldinho’s international career and achievements. Available at: https://www.fifa.com
• FC Barcelona: Details about Ronaldinho’s career at FC Barcelona. Available at: https://www.fcbarcelona.com
• AC Milan: Official site with updates on Ronaldinho’s performance and records at AC Milan. Available at: https://www.acmilan.com
• UEFA: Updates and records of Ronaldinho in UEFA competitions. Available at: https://www.uefa.com

Articles

• The Guardian: Ronaldinho’s career highlights and records. Available at: https://www.theguardian.com/football/ronaldinho

Interviews and Documentaries

• Ronaldinho Gaucho's Last Game (2018): Directed by Jayme Monjardim. This documentary provides a detailed look at Ronaldinho’s life and career, featuring interviews with his family, friends, and colleagues.
• ESPN Interviews: Various interviews and features on Ronaldinho, covering different aspects of his career. Available at: https://www.espn.com