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August 02 Ronaldinho, August 2nd 2006I am distressed at the massive circulation in various media of false statements about my private life and specifically about a supposed sentimental relationship with Ms Alexandra Paressant.
In some cases the reports go so far as to conclude that the alleged relationship has had a negative influence on my performance as a professional player. I therefore feel obliged firmly to deny the statements published by issuing this press release. It is entirely untrue that Ms. Paressant and I have had any relationship beyond a conversation between acquaintances and that I have neglected my obligations as a player in the Brazilian team, as the press has suggested.
The seriousness of this matter has given me no choice but to leave it in the hands of my lawyers, who have already begun the necessary steps to restore my reputation. July 14 Ronaldinho, July 14th 2006Dear fans, Internet surfers, friends, relatives and the media in general,
I know that many of you are curious or even anxious to know how I’m doing and how I’ve been feeling lately...
I’m always really happy to step on the field…since playing football is what I love and my sole profession.
Many people were expecting a brilliant performance by the Brazilian team and by me, in particular. But that wasn’t the case. I’m sorry that we left the World Cup without fulfilling our capabilities. I’m sad and upset.
There’s nothing I can say to change what happened, to change what’s already history…that’s why I want to apologise for not being able, along with my team mates, to win another cup for Brazil.
I’ve always had the same desire: to enjoy playing football and to work really hard to make the game exciting for Brazilians and everyone who loves football like me.
I’ll be on vacation for one month, and I’ll use this time to think things over, to get some rest, both physically and mentally, to be ready for the next season and to return to the Brazilian national team in great shape and feeling good. I’m honoured to be part of the Brazilian team, it’s a responsibility that makes me really happy.
Although we weren’t able to win the sixth world cup, with everyone’s support we’ll correct the mistakes we committed in the 2006 World Cup and return stronger than ever as contenders for the sixth cup in 2010. Thank you for the affection and respect that all of you have always shown toward me.
Cheers, Ronaldinho Gaúcho. July 04 Ronaldinho, July 4th 2006I just finished watching the match between Germany and Argentina.
A hard game.
I was sad to see my friend Messi get eliminated, but that’s the type of game where either side has a good chance of winning.
Yesterday, I talked a lot with my family through MSNs and by telephone. My mother, my sister Deisi and my nephew Diego already have flight tickets to Germany for Sunday. If we beat France, and I hope so, my whole family will be here for the final game. You bet it’s a great incentive. I really miss them.
My brother Roberto has been here since the cup started. He’s writing a column and a blog for Porto Alegre’s Zero Hora newspaper. He’s always calling me up for information. Yesterday, he told me everybody’s worried I haven’t scored yet. I swear that it doesn’t bother me the slightest bit. Of course I want to score, but what really matters is for the team to win, regardless of whether I score or not. I’m playing a different role, more in the midfield and I know this position is tactically important for the team.
And I’m not mad at Cafu when in the last game he could have passed the ball to me in the goal area. Hehehe... he did what he thought was best. Too bad he didn’t score.
Today we practiced in the Frankfurt stadium, where we’ll be playing on Saturday. It’s a great field. The atmosphere couldn’t be better. Everybody is relaxed. We’re happy, but we haven’t forgotten our mission.
We’ll give France everything we’ve got and, God willing, we’ll win and claim a spot in the semi-finals.
Cheers to everyone and don’t forget to root for us when the time comes. June 27 Ronaldinho, June 27th 2006I just arrived at the hotel in Dortmund, where we’ll be playing against Ghana.
It was a fast bus trip. It’s very close.
We trained this afternoon, and after dinner we met with coach Parreira before the trip. We’re all eager to start playing. I can’t wait to get on the field. I’m sure it’ll be a great show like the other games in the round of 16.
I try to watch the games in which my team-mates play, but it’s hard to cheer for one team when I have friends on both sides. Messi’s team, Argentina, won over Mexico, but the problem is that Rafa Marques plays for Mexico.
Like the way I was happy for Deco and his coach Felipão, but sad for Van Bommel and Gio. Hehehe...it ain’t easy.
And what about Larson missing the penalty shot on Saturday? Bah. I felt sorry for him.
But that’s football. There’s always the chance that your team-mates might play against you on their national team.
Well, I hope God protects us tomorrow against Ghana and that we play a great match and move on to the quarter finals.
Roaring fan support will be important.
Good luck to the whole world! June 23 Ronaldinho, June 23rd 2006Everyone is feeling amazingly good.
After qualifying early for the round of 16, we’re obviously feeling a bit more relieved.
The last game against Australia was tough. But we accomplished our mission. Once again, we did what coach Parreira asked us and, thank God, things have fallen into place. We’ll be feeling more relaxed against Japan, and we’re getting better as time goes by. Now we’ll wait and see who we’re playing against in the next stage. Whoever it is, it won’t be easy pickings.
Today, we got acquainted with the Dortmund stadium. It’s an awesome stadium, like all the others we’ve played at. I’m having fun during practice. After the workout with Moraci, that slave driver everyone likes.
There’s something I’ve gotta tell you in this Blog, Émerson is still p… off because he finally lost a videogame. Hehehehe.
Last night I played with Manchester United and won in the penalty shots with Gilberto after two games, then I beat Émerson 1 to 0 and wiped out his mythical invincibility! How could I not razz him about it.
Bah. I was sorry about what happened to Owen in the match against Sweden. When his leg bend inward, I could almost feel it. It looked like rubber. Today I found out that he’ll be sidelined for quite a while. Shoot, it could happen to anyone. Even to me. England will miss him badly. There’s only one thing to do, keep your chin up and keep going.
A good game for us al.l
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