Off the PitchGiveMeSportUnverified source· 20 Aug 2026
Ronaldinho, 46, Coming Out of Retirement to Play for Ravenna
Brazilian icon Ronaldinho is making a shock return to the pitch with Italian outfit Ravenna FC.
Who
Ronaldinho
What
Coming out of retirement to play for Ravenna
Where
Italy
What happened. Ronaldinho, the 46-year-old former Ballon d'Or winner, is set to come out of retirement to play for Italian club Ravenna FC, aiming to score the final goal of his career.
- He initially retired in 2018.
- The move is described as a shock comeback.
- Ravenna FC is an Italian outfit.
Ronaldinho's return adds star power to Ravenna as he seeks a farewell goal.
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