Scott-RFC 308 Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 Brazil star Ronaldinho doubtful for World Cup squad Ronaldinho Brazilian Ronaldinho has played 87 times for his country Ronaldinho could miss the World Cup after being omitted from Brazil's final warm-up friendly ahead of the summer tournament in South Africa. He will not face Ireland at Arsenal's Emirates Stadium in London on 2 March. The AC Milan star, 29, has not played for Brazil since the start of 2009, but his improved recent form has encouraged supporters to call for his return. But coach Dunga has resisted pressure from the fans and local media in Brazil to recall the ex-Barcelona forward. The 1994 World Cup winning captain has kept faith with Michel Bastos (Lyon), Juan and Doni (both Roma), Kleberson (Flamengo) and Gilberto (Cruzeiro). Former Manchester City forward Robinho, who is now on-loan at Santos, has been included in the squad as has Liverpool midfielder Lucas. But there is no place for Manchester United midfielder Anderson. Ronaldinho won the World Cup in 2002 and famously knocked out England at that tournament after lobbing keeper David Seaman with a second-half free-kick. Brazil legend Pele was another who called for Ronaldinho to return to the fold. Ronaldinho has appeared 87 times for his country, scoring 32 times. He was also twice named World player of the year in 2004 and 2005 and has won the prestigious Ballon d'Or (european player of the year) once. :( Surely hes playing well enough to make the squad? At the last World Cup it would have been unthinkable that a fit Ronaldinho could miss the WC2010 squad Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allzo 91 Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 Even if he's playing shite, I'd still take him to the world cup Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SandyIniesta-Nordahl Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 Even if he's playing shite, I'd still take him to the world cup I wouldn't, apparently he has a negative effect on the rest of the squad. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allzo 91 Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 Wouldn't have thought he would have. He always looks like the happiest of guys, wether he's doing well or not. :o And a footballer of his stature surely would help out some of the younger lads? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SandyIniesta-Nordahl Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 Wouldn't have thought he would have. He always looks like the happiest of guys, wether he's doing well or not. :o And a footballer of his stature surely would help out some of the younger lads? His antics off the field I am talking about Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muff 245 Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 I think it would be a ridiculous decision not to take Ronaldinho to South Africa, should he be fully fit, and on form! He has shown this season, that he is still a class act! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orangeclement 582 Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 Even if he's playing shite, I'd still take him to the world cup I wouldn't, apparently he has a negative effect on the rest of the squad. this was at Barcelona and i'm sure it will be the same when he is away with the national squad , too much time spent in and around bars etc when he should be tucked up in bed in preparation for weekend games etc , the very reason he was sold by Barcelona it wasnt a footballing decision but based on his general attitude towards other players at the club ( Bojan , Dos Santos etc) was leading them down the worng path and Pep had enough Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
papaguy51 912 Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 How Dunga can justify taking Felipe Melo, Robinho and Lucas instead of Ronaldinho is utterly beyond my comprehension. It's a personal thing between the two, but you'd think Dunga would be man enough to put Brazil's chances at the World Cup over a petty squabble. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baratheon 16 Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 The thought of Lucas making the brazil world cup squad and not Ronnie Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
skateollie84 0 Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 Lucas?! Fucking Lucas!?!?!?! He gets in and Anderson doesnt? Dunga you clueless cnut Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcpherson888 0 Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 Kleberson? Ronaldinho is finished. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcpherson888 0 Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 I think it would be a ridiculous decision not to take Ronaldinho to South Africa, should he be fully fit, and on form! He has shown this season, that he is still a class act! Has he ever performed in a Brazil shirt? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulRFC1 115 Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 How Dunga can justify taking Felipe Melo, Robinho and Lucas instead of Ronaldinho is utterly beyond my comprehension. It's a personal thing between the two, but you'd think Dunga would be man enough to put Brazil's chances at the World Cup over a petty squabble. Lucas over Ronaldinho Thats just insane. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
EastEnclosureBear 2,972 Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 Lucas ahead of the one and only Ronaldinho, fuck sake Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasGers 96 Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 I'm sure Brazil will be fine without him, but a World Cup without Ronaldinho doesn't seem right! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
papaguy51 912 Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 How Dunga can justify taking Felipe Melo, Robinho and Lucas instead of Ronaldinho is utterly beyond my comprehension. It's a personal thing between the two, but you'd think Dunga would be man enough to put Brazil's chances at the World Cup over a petty squabble. Lucas over Ronaldinho Thats just insane. The worrying thing is that, all things considered, Lucas has probably out performed Robinho and the absolute disaster that is Felipe Melo this season. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
disgruntled_bear 157 Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 If they are any justice Ronaldinho will be included for the World Cup Did anybody else see Robinho goal for Santos, here's a link. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fade2Black 1 Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 lucas over ronaldinho Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
papaguy51 912 Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 If they are any justice Ronaldinho will be included for the World Cup Did anybody else see Robinho goal for Santos, here's a link. That's one good thing he's done in the last 14 months...... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
disgruntled_bear 157 Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 If they are any justice Ronaldinho will be included for the World Cup Did anybody else see Robinho goal for Santos, here's a link. That's one good thing he's done in the last 14 months...... Just a case of being at the wrong club, he should never have went to Man City. Said this before but if he ends up at Barcelona in the summer, then we'll see the real Robinho. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott-RFC 308 Posted February 9, 2010 Author Share Posted February 9, 2010 I never thought he was that good even at Real Madrid. A couple of times for Brazil maybe. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
papaguy51 912 Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 He's a sand dancer and his attitude is pathetic. I dislike the guy tremendously. Robinho, that is. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
disgruntled_bear 157 Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 TBH most of the Brazilian players attitudes are shocking, far too many agents etc putting silly idea's in there heads. Talent wise though you can't knock them, Robinho still has time on his side if he wants it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamieD 19,326 Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 How Dunga can justify taking Felipe Melo, Robinho and Lucas instead of Ronaldinho is utterly beyond my comprehension. It's a personal thing between the two, but you'd think Dunga would be man enough to put Brazil's chances at the World Cup over a petty squabble. I don't like Dunga particularly, and find the football he has his team playing to be rather bland by Brazil's standards, but as far as I'm concerned his determination to cut out the star culture in the national squad is commendable. A player should be on form and professional on and off the field before being considered for selection. Ronaldinho is a shadow of his former self as a player and seems more interested in partying than football by all accounts. Why SHOULD he go to the world cup is a more valid question. I'd like to see him there if he earns his place. As far as it being weird if he's not there, I'm more bothered by the fact Ronaldo won't be going. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
scotty657 1 Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 Ronaldinho must go! He has showed glimpses of his epic performances he used to perform in a Barcelona shirt over the past few months. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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