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'Let the magic begin': Ronaldinho signs for Serie C side Ravenna at age of 46

The Brazil great Ronaldinho has signed with the Italian Serie C club Ravenna at age 46, more than a decade after retiring.

'Let the magic begin': Ronaldinho signs for Serie C side Ravenna at age of 46

TL;DR

  • Ronaldinho, 46, has signed with Italian Serie C club Ravenna.
  • He retired from professional football over a decade ago.
  • Ronaldinho expressed excitement to bring joy and magic to Ravenna.
  • The club is run by Ignazio Cipriani, who considers Ronaldinho an idol.
  • This is Ronaldinho's second spell in Italy, after playing for Milan.
  • He previously won the World Cup with Brazil (2002) and the Ballon d'Or (2005).