Ronaldinho is a former Brazilian footballer and current Barcelona ambassador. He is most known for being a member of the Brazilian World Cup-winning team in 2002. With FC Barcelona, he also won the Champions League. In 2004 and 2005, he was named FIFA Player of the Year. In 1998, he made his professional debut for Gremio. He is widely considered as one of the greatest playmakers of all time. He was named FIFA World Player of the Year twice and won the Ballon d’Or once. After being detained on 6 March and suspected of using fake passports, he and his brother spent time in jail. He was released from prison and currently resides in Paraguay. Scroll down for additional information on his biography, news, career statistics, contract, retirement, age, and other topics.

What is the Net Worth of Ronaldinho?

Ronaldinho, this well-known former footballer’s net worth is expected to be $90 million. His net worth is primarily derived from his football career earnings and endorsements. Ronaldinho was 38th ranked in Forbes Celebrity 100 in 2008, with an estimated annual income of $37 million to $13 million coming from Barcelona and the rest from sponsors such as Pepsi and Nike.In 2006, he reportedly made more than $19 million from endorsements.

He retired at the age of 37, having played his final professional match for Fluminense in 2015, earning $190,000 a year. Nike, Coca-Cola, Pepsi, Gatorade, EA Sports, and Danone were among the firms that endorsed him.

After endorsing Pepsi for much of his career and appearing in ads alongside Thierry Henry, David Beckham, and Lionel Messi, Ronaldinho inked a partnership with Coca-Cola in 2011. In July 2012, however, his contract was canceled after he was seen sipping Pepsi during a press conference. He bought a $9.7 million estate in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (BR) in 2011 for his home and cars.

Ronaldinho owns a home in Barcelona that is valued at roughly £1.66 million. He also has a property in Curitiba that includes a personal theater and a swimming pool. He is a vehicle fanatic, as seen by his $1,800,000 Bugatti Veyron. In addition, he owns a Hummer H2, an Audi Q7, and a Mercedes-Benz E-Class. His collection also includes a Ferrari 458 valued at $230,000 and a Lamborghini Aventador valued at $393,695.

Famous For:

• Ronaldinho is famous for his innovative passes and dribbling skills on the pitch.
• His most notable asset is his accuracy with set pieces (free kicks).
• He is an inspiration for the new generation of Brazilian footballers like Neymar Jr.
• He is famous for his highly successful stint with the Catalan giants Barcelona FC during which he managed to win La Liga as well as UEFA Champions League. On a personal level, he managed to win highly coveted Ballon d’Or as well as FIFA World Player of the Year.
• For being one of the most skillful and exciting attacking players in the world of soccer.
• Having played for some of the prestigious soccer clubs such as AC Milan, Gremio, and Paris Saint-Germain.

What Had Happened in Jail?

The 2005 Ballon d’Or winner spent time in jail with his brother after being arrested on March 6.

Previously granted bail, the pair must now stay in a four-star hotel in Asuncion while awaiting trial. Ronaldinho, 40, and Roberto Assis, 40, deny any wrongdoing. Their lawyers called their detention “arbitrary, harsh, and illegal.” With the money paid, Judge Gustavo Amarilla stated he would “guarantee they will not run” and let the couple out.

Ronaldinho went to Paraguay to promote a book and a kids’ charity. He was placed under house arrest in Paraguay for allegedly entering with false documents.

Where is Ronaldinho now?

Ronaldinho has been released from prison and he is currently in Paraguay.

What is Ronaldinho Doing Now?

Ronaldinho visited Paraguay to promote a book and a campaign for underprivileged children. Moreover, he is the Ambassador of FC Barcelona.

What is the birthplace of Ronaldinho?

Ronaldinho was born in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, on March 21, 1980. Ronaldo de Assis Moreira is his true name. Because of his Brazilian teammate Ronaldo Lima, he is known as Ronaldinho. At the age of thirteen, he made his first impression on the media when he scored all 23 goals in a 23-0 win over a local team.

He has represented numerous clubs in Europe and Brazil. His most famous clubs were FC Barcelona and AC Milan. In addition to PSG, he has also played for Athletico Minero, Gremio, and Flamengo.

In international matches, he has scored 33 goals for Brazil. Joao De Assis Moreira, his father, was a shipyard worker who also played football for a local team, and Dona Miguelina Elói Assis Dos Santos, his mother, was a saleswoman who later became a nurse. Deisi De Assis Moreira and Roberto De Assis Moreira are his two siblings (was also a professional soccer player).

He is of mixed (Brazilian-African) heritage and Brazilian-Spanish nationality. Aries is his zodiac sign. When it comes to Ronaldinho’s education, he went to Colegio Santa Teresa de Jesus. In the year 2020, he will turn 40 years old.

How Ronaldinho pursue his football career?

• Ronaldinho was selected for Brazil’s Under-17 national team.
• He also helped his squad win the FIFA Under-17 World Championship in Egypt. After that, he signed his first professional contract to play for Grêmio and made his senior side debut during the 1998 Copa Libertadores.
• He achieved considerable success playing for the team and helped them win the inaugural Copa Sul-Minas.
• He was a part of Brazil’s football team that won the FIFA World Cup in the year 2002.
• H then joined the FC Barcelona of the Spanish league in 2003 and won his first league title in 2004-2005.
• He scored his 50th career league goal against Villarreal in November 2006.
• He played his 200th career match for the team in a league match against Osasuna on 3rd February 2008.
• His stint with Milan was not very successful and he joined Flamengo in 2011.

In Mexican club

• In September 2014, he signed a two-year contract with the Mexican club Queretaro.
• On 11th July 2015, he announced his return to Brazil and signed an 18-month contract with Fluminense, but on 28 September, Ronaldinho reached a mutual agreement with the club to terminate the deal.
• From September to early October 2017, he joined the Delhi Dragons from Delhi in the Premier Futsal League.
• He scored 16 goals in eight games.

• On 16th January 2018, Ronaldinho confirmed his retirement from football through his brother/agent: “He has stopped, it is ended. Let’s do something pretty big and nice after the Russia World Cup, probably in August.”
• He appeared at the closing ceremony of the 2018 FIFA World Cup at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow on 15 July, performing a few bars of the Russian folk song “Kalinka” (sung by opera singer Aida Garifullina) on an African drum.
• At the international level, he played 97 matches for the Brazil national team, scoring 33 goals and representing his country in two FIFA World Cups.
• He was an integral part of the 2002 FIFA World Cup-winning team in Korea and Japan, starring alongside Ronaldo and Rivaldo in an attacking trio, scoring two goals, including a free-kick from 40 yards out against England, registering two assists and being named in the FIFA World Cup All-Star Team.
• As captain, he led Brazil to their second Confederations Cup title in 2005 and was named Man of the Match in the final.
• He scored three goals in the tournament, taking his total to nine, making him the competition’s joint all-time leading goalscorer.

When did Ronaldinho Retire?

Ronaldinho’s brother/agent announced his retirement from football: “He has come to a halt, and the situation has come to a conclusion. Let’s do something huge and wonderful following the Russia World Cup, which will most likely be in August “on January 16th, 2018. He was one of just seven players to win the FIFA World Cup, the UEFA Champions League, and the Ballon d’Or all in the same season.

He also performed a few bars of the Russian folk song “Kalinka” (sung by opera singer Aida Garifullina) on an African drum at the 2018 FIFA World Cup closing ceremony at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow on 15 July.

Awards of Ronaldinho:

As for awards, he was nominated for two FIFA World Player of the Year awards in 2004 and 2005, both times for the same player. In September 2005, he was named the first FIFPro World Player of the Year, which was a big honor. He was also on Pelé’s list of the best living players in the world.

He also got the Ballon d’Or. Uefa Club Footballer of the Year: Ronaldinho won that award in 2006. South American Player of the Year: He won that award in 2013. His teams were chosen for the UEFA Team of the Year three times and the FIFA World XI three more times.

Who is Ronaldinho Dating? Girlfriend or Wife of Ronaldinho

Ronaldinho is married. He used to date Russian beauty Irina Shayk. In July 2002, the Brazilian wizard was linked to English exotic dancer Lisa Collins. They supposedly met in a Parisian bar where she used to work. He also dated Argentine beauty Ximena Capristo.

They’d been dating for a long, and she admitted it in a newspaper interview, confirming their connection. In 2002, he started dating dancer Janaina Mendes..

He first met her in Brazil, in the town of Domingao do Faustao. They tied the knot in May of 2004. She gave birth to their baby, Joao, in February 2005, and named him after Ronaldinho’s late father. Their marriage, however, did not continue long because he eventually claimed that marriage was not for him. In 2010, the Italian press linked Ronaldinho to Sara Tommasi, an Italian actress and TV personality.

In December 2010, she confirmed that they had been dating for roughly two months in an interview. Their relationship, however, did not endure long. In 2013, after breaking up with Sara, he began dating Vanessa Tasquetto, a disc jockey. He has a straight sexual orientation.

What is the height of Ronaldinho?

Ronaldinho is a dashing hunk with a muscular physique. He stands 5 feet 11 inches tall and weighs 80 kilograms. Ronaldinho’s hair is dark brown, and his eyes are dark brown as well.

Ronaldinho’s Football Highlights

Here are some of the best highlights of Ronaldinho’s career:

• South American Team of the Year: 1999
• A.C. Milan Hall of Fame

Favorite Quotes from Ronaldinho

“We knew this would happen. When a team finishes as champion something similar always occurs. Opponents work out how you play, they mark you very closely and hardly let us move.” – Ronaldinho

“I have the chance to do for a living what I like the most in life, and that’s playing football. I can make people happy and enjoy myself at the same time.” – Ronaldinho

“He is the man that makes the difference between a team that plays well and another that is really memorable. He alone can decide one game.” – Ronaldinho

“My game is based on improvisation. Often, a forward does not have the time to think too much. You have a second, rarely more, to decide whether to dribble, shoot or pass to the right or left. It is an instinct that gives the orders.” – Ronaldinho

“A lot of the moves I make originate from futsal. It’s played in a very small space, and the ball control is different in futsal. And to this day my ball control is pretty similar to a futsal player’s control.” – Ronaldinho

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is Ronaldinho worth?

Ronaldinho’s net worth is estimated to be $90 Million.

How old is Ronaldinho?

Ronaldinho was born on March 21, 1980, and is currently 42 years old.

How tall is Ronaldinho?

Ronaldinho’s height is 1.81 m, which is equal to 5 ft 11 in.

Summary

Ronaldinho is a Brazilian footballer considered to be one of the best players of his generation. A player regarded for his technique, tricks, overhead kicks, and dribbling, he was a member of Brazil’s 2002 World Cup-winning team.

As of November 2022, Ronaldinho’s net worth is approximately $90 Million.

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