Football lovers will not forget the figure of Ronadinho Gaucho. The look is always remembered. Long curly hair, rabbit-toothed, and always wearing earrings. One more, he always smile when playing soccer. When the opponent dropped, he showed no anger. What was seen was a smile that decorated her face.
However, Ronaldinho's cheerful smile will no longer be seen on the green field. Yes, football lovers will no longer be able to see him in costume and cultivate the round skin. The former Brazil star has decided to retire on January 16 yesterday. The assurance was originally conveyed by his brother and his agent, Roberto Assis.
"He has decided to stop playing football, after the 2018 World Cup in Russia, there will be many events as a farewell to Ronaldinho from football, events will be held in Brazil, Europe and Asia," Roberto told The Guardian.
Ronaldinho who has full name Ronaldo de Assis Moreira achieved his best performance when strengthening Barcelona in 2003-2008. Together with Blaugrana - nicknamed Barcelona, Dinho, ordinary he addressed, dedicate two trophies Primera Division in 2004-2005 and 2005-2006. In addition, he also brought the Blaugrana won the Champions League trophy from 2005 to 2006. In Barcelona, Dinho wore a costume numbered 10 and when he left at the end of the 2007-2008 season, the sacred number was inherited to Lionel Messi.
Dinho performances during Barcelona costumes are remarkable. He also deserves to be nicknamed the green field maestro. His actions always invite click amazed and seemed to bewitch public in the stadium. One moment that will not be forgotten public is when appearing in the match El Clasico against Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabeu. The match took place on 19 November 2005.
Playing away at the Santiago Bernabeu, Barcelona went berserk and won with a score of 3-0. Ronaldinho was able to record two goals in the 58th and 77th minutes. One of his goals scored in a remarkable way that is to fool some Madrid players. He was to the point of getting a standing ovation from the public Madrid. Madrid supporters stood up and applauded the action of Dinho. This is certainly a remarkable moment considering Barcelona and Madrid are the arch rivals.
Before moving to Barcelona, Ronaldinho actually already showed a brilliant performance with Gremio. He then digaet Paris Saint-Germain in 2001-2002 and survive two seasons. Ronaldinho was already shiny with the Brazilian national team. Top performance he showed in the World Cup in 2002. He became one of the successful actor Samba Team won the World Cup championship held in South Korea-Japan.
One of his most beautiful moments is scoring a long-range free kick into England's keeper David Seaman. At that time Brazil beat England with a score of 2-1 in the quarterfinals. Ronaldinho's goal became a decisive victory for Brazil even though he had to get a red card on 57 minutes.
Together with the Brazilian national team, he presented the 1999 Copa America, World Cup 2002 and Confederations Cup 2005. Dinho is believed to wear Brazilian costume from 1999 to 2013. He appeared in 97 matches and packed 33 goals. His debut took place on 26 June 1999 in a game against Latvia. Brazil won by a score of 3-0.
Dinho felt the atmosphere in Serie A after leaving Camp Nou. Dinho dipinang AC Milan and had offered Scudetto in 2010-2011. However, over time, Dinho's performance began to decline. He also chose to return home and strengthen Brazilian clubs in succession Flamengo, Atletico Mineiro, and finally Fluminense until finally decided to retire. Dinho had a chance to work in Mexico with Queretaro.
Ronaldinho's retirement decision also received mixed responses from various parties. One of them former Barcelona coach, Josep Guardiola. He mentioned that no player has captivating capabilities like Ronaldinho before Messi appeared.
"When Joan Laporta became president of Barcelona, he made great strides with Ronaldinho, he was able to have a great influence on Barcelona, he had a fantastic season with Barcelona, he won league and Champions League titles He was a great player at different levels until Messi appears, I do not see any players who can match his ability, "said Guardiola as reported by Goal.
Guardiola then hope Ronaldinho still give his thoughts for football even though no longer active as a player. "May he succeed in his new profession later," concluded Guardiola.
Meanwhile, Brazilian national team legend, Tostao, called Ronaldinho is a unique player. It will be difficult to find a player. "Ronaldinho has the ability to be bought like Rivelino, his vision like Gerson, his passion and nature as Garrincha, shooting ability and looking for empty spaces like Jairzinho and Ronaldo, his techniques like Zico, and his creativity like Romario. But, he has one thing that will not be equaled by other players. He makes you always smile because he also always smile, "said Tostao.
Interesting remarks also conveyed former Barcelona captain and ex-partner, Xavi Hernandez. "He is not a footballer with a captivating face but he is able to show a captivating game on a green field and he makes the Madrid fans also unnerved," said Xavi.
Messi became the umpteenth player who gave testimonials to Ronaldinho's retirement decision. Through his personal Instagram account, Messi called Ronaldinho is a very pleasant partner and he claimed to learn a lot from him.
"I learned a lot from you I will always be grateful for the good you did for me in the dressing room I am very lucky to share many things with you I am very glad because in addition to the phenomenal players, you are a very great person and that is the most penting. When you decide to retire, football will never forget your smile, "writes Messi. Ronaldinho is one of the stars who left a deep impression when deciding to retire.Many things of him are well-known.Sure, the football public will lose his smile in over the green field.
Facts Ronaldinho
Full name: Ronaldo de Assis Moreira
Bahir: Porto Alegre (Brazil), 21 March 1980
Position: Attacking midfielder, striker
Carir Club : 1998-2001
Gremio :2002-2003 Barcelona2008-2011 Barcelona2008-2011 AC Milan2012-2012 Flamengo2012-2014 Atletico Mineiro2014-2015 Queretaro2015 Fluminense