Ronaldinho to play in prison futsal tournament but can't score to ensure 'fairness'

Former Brazil midfielder Ronaldinho is all set to participate in futsal tournament that will be hosted in Paraguay prison. He has been under arrest in Paraguay since past week along with his bror-business manr Roberto Assis over allegations of carrying a fake passport in South American country.

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Ronaldinho prison futsal: Former star cant score in competition

According to a report from ABC News, prison inmates have been striving to get Ronaldinho to play for ir respective teams. However, inmates have agreed to a common idea that former Barcelona man would t be allowed to score in competition. This decision has been taken to ensure fairness for or participants.

Why is Ronaldinho in prison? Ronaldinho fake passport case escalates

Ronaldinho was arrested last week for possession of a fake passport to enter Paraguay. However, Brazilian citizens are t required to produce a passport while entering South American country. former star is likely to stay behind bars for next six months or until enquiry is completed, claims judge who heard his petition for a house arrest.

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Ronaldinho fake passport row: Legend's house arrest plea declined

Paraguayan judge had denied Ronaldinho’s request to lodge him in house arrest. He fears that keeping him away from prison would lead to complications in case, while re would be proper enquiry into matter. He also cited fear of authorities that former Barcelona man would escape from country. judge claimed that his presence in country was necessary to ensure fair trial into matter.

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Why is Ronaldinho in prison? Ronaldinho fake passport investigation to continue 

Ronaldinho and his bror reportedly offered $770,000 property as a guarantee for ir request. However, this request too was turned down by judge. According to ar official, investigation was just in its initial phase. authorities are also looking into or conducts that may be related to matter, claimed official.

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