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Ronaldinho pens emotional message on his retirement as Messi, Beckham and co pay tribute to him

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Soccer fans of the 21st century know him by many names. He is considered one of the football ‘gods’ to ever grace the pitch alongside the likes of Argentines Lionel Messi and Diego Maradon, or his compatriots Pelle and Ronaldo Nazario and Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo.

To some, he is just the most skillful, ethical and complete soccer player that gives satisfaction to both opposing fans whenever he would step into the pitch to give a stab to the game.

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