Ronaldo de Assis Moreira, better known as Ronaldinho, played football like it was a game, because to him it was. The flip-flap, the no-look pass, the elastico, the grin: for a few glorious years in the mid-2000s, nobody on earth was more fun to watch.
Below you'll find Ronaldinho's fact file, career history and honours, plus our Ronaldinho collection of hoodies and T-shirts.
Ronaldinho Fact File
| Full name | Ronaldo de Assis Moreira |
|---|---|
| Date of birth | 21 March 1980 (age 46) |
| Place of birth | Porto Alegre, Brazil |
| Height | 1.82 m (6 ft 0 in) |
| Position | Attacking midfielder / left winger |
| Nationality | Brazilian |
| Status | Retired from top-level football |
| Shirt number | 10 (Barcelona, Brazil), 80 (AC Milan) |
| Nickname | Ronaldinho Gaúcho |
Career History
| Years | Team | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998-2001 | Grêmio | 89 | 47 |
| 2001-2003 | Paris Saint-Germain | 55 | 17 |
| 2003-2008 | Barcelona | 145 | 70 |
| 2008-2011 | AC Milan | 76 | 20 |
| 2011-2012 | Flamengo | 56 | 23 |
| 2012-2014 | Atlético Mineiro | 58 | 20 |
| 2014-2015 | Querétaro | 25 | 8 |
| 2015 | Fluminense | 7 | 0 |
| 1999-2013 | Brazil | 97 | 33 |
League appearances and goals; international figures are caps and goals.
Grêmio to Paris
Born in Porto Alegre in 1980, Ronaldinho came through at Grêmio before moving to Paris Saint-Germain in 2001. In France he showed flashes of genius, and the world was about to see much more. Celebrate this chapter with our Ronaldinho Brazil Icon Frame Men's Hoodie.
World Champion in 2002
At the 2002 World Cup, Ronaldinho formed a magical front three with Ronaldo and Rivaldo. His audacious long-range free kick that looped over David Seaman in the quarter-final against England is still talked about today, and Brazil went on to win their fifth world title. Relive it with our Ronaldinho World Cup Sticker Men's Hoodie.
Barcelona's Reinvention
When Ronaldinho joined Barcelona in 2003, the club was in a slump. Within two years he had transformed it. Barça won La Liga in 2005 and 2006, plus the 2006 Champions League. He was named FIFA World Player of the Year in 2004 and 2005, and won the Ballon d'Or in 2005.
His defining night came in November 2005, when he scored twice in a 3-0 win at the Santiago Bernabéu and Real Madrid's own fans stood to applaud him. It's one of the rarest tributes in football. Wear the legend with our Ronaldinho AC Milan Icon Frame Men's T-Shirt.
Milan and Beyond
Ronaldinho went on to win Serie A with AC Milan in 2011, then the Copa Libertadores with Atlético Mineiro in 2013. He also played a big part in Barcelona's future: he was the one who set up a teenage Lionel Messi's first senior goal.
Why We Still Love Him
Ronaldinho reminded everyone why they fell in love with football in the first place. His joy was infectious, and that's exactly why his name looks so good on a hoodie.
Honours
Brazil
- FIFA World Cup: 2002
- Copa América: 1999
- FIFA Confederations Cup: 2005
Barcelona
- UEFA Champions League: 2006
- La Liga: 2005, 2006
AC Milan
- Serie A: 2011
Atlético Mineiro
- Copa Libertadores: 2013
Individual
- Ballon d'Or: 2005
- FIFA World Player of the Year: 2004, 2005
Off the Pitch
Ronaldinho grew up in a footballing family: his older brother Roberto Assis was also a professional and later became his agent. Since stepping away from the top level he has toured the world playing exhibition matches and remains one of football's most popular ambassadors.
FAQs
How old is Ronaldinho?
Ronaldinho was born on 21 March 1980, so he is 46 years old.
Where was Ronaldinho born?
In Porto Alegre, Brazil.
How tall is Ronaldinho?
Ronaldinho is 1.82 m (6 ft 0 in).
What teams has Ronaldinho played for?
Grêmio, Paris Saint-Germain, Barcelona, AC Milan, Flamengo, Atlético Mineiro, Querétaro and Fluminense, plus Brazil.
When did Ronaldinho win the Ballon d'Or?
In 2005, during his peak years at Barcelona.
Why did Real Madrid fans applaud Ronaldinho?
In November 2005 he scored twice in a 3-0 win for Barcelona at the Bernabéu, and the Madrid crowd gave him a standing ovation.
Did Ronaldinho win the World Cup?
Yes, with Brazil in 2002, playing alongside Ronaldo and Rivaldo.
Shop the Ronaldinho Collection
Celebrate Ronaldinho with our made-to-order hoodies and T-shirts, printed in England in men's and kids' sizes.
See every design in the full Ronaldinho collection, or browse more football legends. Want your own name on the back? Try our custom name hoodie.
Part of our Player Profiles series. Read next: Lionel Messi and Ronaldo Nazário.
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