Before the FIFA Intercontinental Cup final, Ronaldinho gave an interview to FIFA's official website, discussing the match between the two teams he plays for.
“When you have a history with both teams, it’s hard to choose just one. The most important thing is to appreciate what this final means. Flamengo is in excellent form right now, and it’s fantastic for us to see a Brazilian club reach such an important final. Paris Saint-Germain is also in a good phase; they are a confident and highly competitive team.”
“My time at Paris Saint-Germain was a special period of growth and transformation for the club, a time when PSG began to establish itself on the world stage. Being a part of that, helping them shape their identity and leave their mark, still makes me incredibly proud.”
“Those (Flamengo) represent two very important phases in my career. What impressed me most about Flamengo was the size of the club and the support of the fans. Wearing that jersey meant a huge responsibility, and experiencing the daily passion and pressure of Brazilian football was a very intense experience.”
“I hope this will be a fantastic, high-intensity match, full of skill and emotion. Let’s look forward to a spectacular clash that will shine brightly for football.”