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Brazilian and Barcelona legend Ronaldinho turns 37; facts you probably didn't know



Today, Brazilian football legend Ronaldinho clocks 37.

He was born March 21, 1980 in the city of Porto Alegre, the state capital of Rio Grande do Sul in Brazil.

Here are some facts you probably didn't know about the legendary 10.



  • He scored 23 goals when he was 13 years of age





  • His Nike Commercial was the first YouTube video to hit 1 million views


Ronaldinho Nike Crossbar Challenge


  • He loves cars...as in seriously





  • His real name is not Ronaldinho but "Ronaldo de Assis Moreira"



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