Ronaldinho returns to professional football with Ravenna FC

Brazilian football legend Ronaldinho returned to professional football 11 years after his last match. The 46-year-old legendary football player signed a contract with Ravenna FC, one of the Italian 3rd League (Serie C) teams, and also acquired shares in the team.

It was announced that Ronaldinho, who was introduced to thousands of fans at Ravenna's team introduction ceremony held at Marina di Ravenna beach last night, will have his license issued in a short time and can play in Serie C.

GOAL: TO REACH THE 300TH GOAL

Ronaldinho, who has a total of 299 goals in his club and national team career, stated that he hopes to reach the 300th goal in his career and said, "If this happens, it would be even better. It depends on the president and the coach. I came here because of the friendship between us. We will expect the team to perform well. I am here to help, too." he said.

Ravenna President Ignazio Cipriani also said that his dream is for Ronaldinho to score the last goal of his career for their club.

HE PLAYED HIS LAST MATCH 11 YEARS AGO

The Brazilian football legend, winner of the 2005 Ballon d'Or, last played professionally on the green field against Goias with the Fluminense jersey on September 27, 2015, and announced his retirement in 2018.