Ronaldinho seeks 300th goal with comeback aged 46
Brazil great Ronaldinho says he hopes he can score his 300th career goal after announcing a comeback at the age of 46 at Italian third-tier side Ravenna.
Ronaldinho, the Brazilian football legend, expressed his desire to score his 300th career goal as he announced his comeback at the age of 46 with Italian third-tier side Ravenna. Fans gathered at a city beach to celebrate "Ronaldinho Day," enduring rain to witness the unveiling of the former playmaker who had previously shone for Paris St-Germain, Barcelona, and AC Milan.
The 46-year-old announced his retirement from playing in 2015 but is now set to join the Serie C side as a shareholder. During his press conference, Ronaldinho mentioned that he might play again, leaving the decision to the coach. He expressed his enthusiasm for returning to Italy and helping his teammates win. The forward's comeback was first announced in June by Ignazio Cipriani, the Italian-American businessman and owner of the club, who emphasized that Ronaldinho's involvement is genuine and not a marketing ploy.
Cipriani also clarified that Ronaldinho won't be playing against Reggiana in the Serie C season opener. Ravenna, who finished third in the previous third-tier season, now aims to return to Serie B after a seven-year hiatus.
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