The former Ballon d'Or winner, who invested in Ravenna in August, played the first half in a central role after completing only one training session on Saturday. He contributed directly to the opening goal sequence and came into the fixture designated as the penalty taker in pursuit of his 300th career goal. The sold-out contest drew worldwide streaming audiences and even featured an on-pitch appearance from his former teammate Dida. Following the 2-0 result, the veteran playmaker confirmed he is willing to make further appearances if requested by the club president.
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Ronaldinho returned to professional football for the first time since 2015 to represent t…: Ronaldinho returned to professional football for the first time since 2015 to represent the third-tier Italian team he invested in.
The Brazilian playmaker remains on 299 career goals after serving as the designated penal…: The Brazilian playmaker remains on 299 career goals after serving as the designated penalty taker during the fixture.
Ravenna's victory moved the squad into second place in their Serie C group as the veteran…: Ravenna's victory moved the squad into second place in their Serie C group as the veteran expressed openness to future appearances.
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Brazil legend Ronaldinho made his comeback aged 46 for Ravenna in their 2-0 win over Forli in an Italian third-tier derby.
The 46-year-old came out of retirement for the Serie C club he joined as an investor in August, having last played in 2015 for Fluminense.
He started Sunday's game and showed some bright touches, and he was involved in the opening goal.
The former Barcelona superstar held off a defender before playing the pass that came before the assist for Giulio Donati's drive from outside the box.
He had earlier set up a chance for Donati from a corner, with the defender having his header saved.
At half-time there was a media circus around Ronaldinho, with journalists surrounding him, and former Brazil and AC Milan team-mate Dida joined him on the pitch.
Ronaldinho was substituted at the break with the score at 1-0.
A temporary stand, named the R10 in reference to Ronaldinho and his familiar shirt number, was built for the sold-out fixture at the Stadio Bruno Benelli.
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