The big day awaited for months has arrived! Ronaldinho is taking the field.

The big day awaited for months has arrived! Ronaldinho is taking the field.

14.11.2026 18:00

Ronaldinho, 46, who signed a contract with Serie C team Ravenna, will start in the first eleven in Sunday's Forli match. The Brazilian star said he was happy to return to the pitch after 11 years, saying, ''I want to give the fans a great day. I can't wait for this magnificent adventure to begin. I hope we have a great time together.''

Ronaldinho, 46, one of the legendary names of Brazilian football, is officially returning to the pitch after 11 years.

WILL BE IN THE STARTING XI

Ronaldinho, who signed a contract with Italian Serie C side Ravenna in July, will be in the starting XI in Sunday's match against Forli.

"I AM VERY HAPPY TO BE BACK ON THE PITCH"

Speaking about his return to the pitch, Ronaldinho said, "I am happy to be back on the pitch after a very long break. The thought that I can bring joy and entertainment to my new fans gives me great pleasure. I came here to experience a unique, special and unrepeatable moment in my life. I think today can also be special for the other players, I hope so."

"I AM WAITING IMPATIENTLY"

Continuing his words, the legendary name said, "I started football many years ago, and when I retired and looked back, I realized this: I had won everything. Now I have the opportunity to play football again, and that makes me happy. I want to give the fans a great day. I am waiting impatiently for this magnificent adventure to begin. I hope we have a great time together."

THE MATCH IS ON SUNDAY

The Ravenna - Forli match, in which Ronaldinho will also be in the starting XI, will kick off at 19:30 on Sunday. 

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