For any soccer fan who loves a champion, Ronaldinho is their Brazilian God. He not only has become one of the best soccer players in the world, but he has proven to have enough talent to last a lifetime. This winner stunned critics, as he recently won the FIFA World Player of the Year award in 2004. Although he had a tough time growing up, the soccer player has pushed all boundaries and has finally been able to live his dream.
Born and raised in Brazil, Ronaldinho grew up in a poor community. Although this was a struggle, his family stayed strong and began playing soccer as a pastime. Surprisingly, Ronaldinho’s father and brother began playing on an amateur team, which may have driven his son to pursue the sport further. Even though his other siblings were amazing players, Ronaldinho had the same undying passion. Luckily, his father was able to see a potential that no one else took notice of. Ronaldinho not only had the talent, but he had the motivation to go the extra mile. As a result, Ronaldinho was on the path to fame and glory.
Unfortunately, the path to fame and glory began short. Ronaldinho’s father drowned in a swimming accident when Ronaldinho was just beginning his ambition. However, his memory would continue to live on, and push the future soccer player to achieve his accomplishments.
The first big accomplishment for Ronaldinho was in 1997, when he scored over 15 goals for Brazil’s Under 17 Championship. From then on, dozens of prominent teams were dying to sign him. Although hundreds of generous offers were given to Ronaldinho, he did not feel like it was his time to move on. Finally, in 20001, he signed with PSG.
During this time, he moved to PSG’s location to begin playing European football. However, his new chapter was only causing negative tidal waves. PSG’s manager, Luis Fernandez, claimed that Ronaldinho was too wrapped up in the club life. With drinking and other interruptions, PSG felt that he was not focusing on what was supposed to be important to him. Fortunately, in 2002, he was able to show them that he was far from oblivious. Ronaldinho impressed thousands as he did very well in the 2002 World Cup. Unfortunately, Ronaldinho wanted to move on, and start another chapter in his life.
After being offered 31 million dollars, Ronaldinho began playing with Barcelona. The champion impressed sports fans immediately, after he took Barcelona to the #2 spot in the Spanish league. Since then, Ronaldinho has been awarded the 2004 FIFA World Player of the Year award. Through dedication and hard work, Ronaldinho was able to break all barriers. With his father’s memory and words of wisdom in hand, the infamous soccer player was talented enough to become one of the greatest players in history. Although he is now a millionaire, Ronaldinho still doesn’t feel like he is the best player out there. He is simply the same boy he always was – ready to work hard and play even harder.
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