Ronaldinho paid tribute to Lionel Messi for his entire soccer career. The Brazilian star, who was a teammate of “Leo” at Barcelona, paid tribute to him for all he has achieved with his national team, whose jersey he wore for the last time in a friendly against Benin in Buenos Aires.
“What a joy and what a blessing it has been to be a part of your story from day one, brother! You made us smile and enjoy soccer so much!!! Your name is etched in the history of your country, of the whole world… Only we know the joy we felt when we made our childhood dream come true—to represent our entire nation and become world champions!!!! You gave it your all for your national team and for your country… I understand you completely, and I know that everything related to our family makes us reevaluate things… Enjoy life, brother. I wish you the very best, today and always,” read Ronaldinho’s message on social media.
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What a pleasure and what a joy it has been to be part of your story from day one, brother! You made us smile and enjoy soccer so much!!! Your name is etched in the history of your country and the whole world… Only we know the joy we felt in fulfilling our childhood dream: to represent our entire nation and become world champions!!!! You gave it your all for your national team and for your country… I understand you perfectly, and I know that everything related to family makes us rethink things… Enjoy life, brother. I wish you the best, today and always
— Ronaldinho (@10Ronaldinho) October 6, 2026
*photo source: AP
