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Ronaldinho Signs with Serie C Ravenna, Debut Pending

8/21/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Ronaldinho signed with Serie C club Ravenna as a player and shareholder.
He arrived in Ravenna on a private jet on Thursday.
President Ignazio Cipriani said his dream is for Ronaldinho to score his final career goal.
Ronaldinho will miss the season opener against Reggiana, with his debut date still undecided.
Around 6,000 fans gathered on Marina di Ravenna beach for the club’s presentation, boosting promotion hopes.

History

Historical Context

When Diego Maradona arrived at Napoli on 30 June 1984, his star power helped the southern club capture its first Serie A crown in the 1986-87 season, turning a modest team into a national phenomenon. The 2024 signing of Ronaldinho by Serie C side Ravenna echoes that pattern, as the Brazilian legend’s arrival has already attracted a strong crowd to the club’s coastal venue.

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Story summary

Ronaldinho signed with Serie C club Ravenna as a player and shareholder.
He arrived in Ravenna on a private jet on Thursday.
President Ignazio Cipriani said his dream is for Ronaldinho to score his final career goal.
Ronaldinho will miss the season opener against Reggiana, with his debut date still undecided.
Around 6,000 fans gathered on Marina di Ravenna beach for the club’s presentation, boosting promotion hopes.

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