Published 13:18 IST, March 27th 2020

Brazil legend Rivaldo expresses concern over Ronaldinho's imprisonment in Paraguay

Brazil legend Rivaldo has expressed his concern and sadness over the imprisonment of his former national teammate Ronaldinho over a fake passport case.

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Brazil legend Rivaldo has expressed his concern and sadness over imprisonment of his former national teammate Ronaldinho. Ronaldinho has been lodged in a Paraguayan prison for past three weeks after he was arrested over a fake passport case. He even celebrated his 40th birthday last week behind bars.

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Ronaldinho prison: Rivaldo speaks on Ronaldinho fake passport row

Rivaldo has claimed that this was a dark chapter in Ronaldinho’s beautiful story of life. He, however, confessed that he hasn’t spoken to him since Ronaldinho prison news broke out in Paraguay. However, Rivaldo was constantly informed of Ronaldinho prison updates through media. He also claimed that this case was t a good moment for Ronaldinho.

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Ronaldinho prison: Rivaldo describes Ronaldinho as a joyful person

Rivaldo described Ronaldinho as an excellent and joyful person. He also claimed that Ronaldinho is a very loving person and it was very difficult to comprehend what has happened recently with him. duo won FIFA World Cup toger in 2002 and is believed to have a great relationship off field.

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Ronaldinho prison: Rivaldo speaks on Ronaldinho's World Cup goal

Rivaldo also spoke on Ronaldinho’s incredible World Cup goal against England in 2002 World Cup. former Barcelona midfielder scored from a 35-yard distance in that game, much to surprise of England goalkeeper David Seaman as well his own teammates. Rivaldo claimed that y never thought that Ronaldinho could strike from distance, but he did surprise all of m.

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Ronaldinho prison: When will Ronaldinho get released? 

Ronaldinho has been lodged in a Paraguayan prison since March 5. However, a common question that has emerged is - when will Ronaldinho get released? Brazilian was arrested for entering South American country using a fake passport. However, Brazilian citizens do t require a passport to visit Paraguay. ex-midfielder is likely to be jailed for at least six months. 

13:18 IST, March 27th 2020