Four years on, the Brazilian ace finds himself once again in a position of lifting a world title in the Yokohama stadium, the same scene which saw him win the world cup in Korea and Japan in 2002. Ronaldihno said "This is the perfect moment to enter into the history books".
In the main entrance to the Yokohama stadium, there is a commemorative monument of the final between Brazil and Germany in 2002. on it, are the names of the five times champions Brazil; among them the names of Ronaldinho, Belletti and Edmilson. 'Ronnie', who would be awarded the accolade of best player in the world four years later, wants the triple crown for Barça and make 2006 a historical year. Ronaldinho speaks about his feelings before Sunday's final to
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You're going to play in a world final, this time for clubs, in Yokohama. What are your memories?
"I have very fond memories. I won the world cup here and everytime I go into the stadium, thoughts of that win come back to me. It's going to be great if I can walk out of here with another title".
What does the World cup of Japan and Korea mean to you?
"Achieving my biggest dream, I always used dream of moments like these. We won and we won well, I have good memories of this".
On a club level, is this tournament one of the most important titles for you.
"Having won the League and the Champions League, this is the only one left. We now have the possibility of entering into the history books. We also go into the game not as favorites, therefore we don't have to play under pressure".
The world Club Championships hold much prestige in South America, maybe more so than in Europe.
"It's as if is were the Champions League for us. But it doesn't mean it's going to be less complicated. They have a very strong team, therefore it's going to be very difficult to win the game. However, if we use our heads and go out and enjoy ourselves, it could go well for us".
What do you know about Internacional de Porto Alegre?
"I know everything; the players are from my city. I have friends who are supporters of the club and who tell me things about them. The team is very physically strong, they have quick players; we have to be focused if we are to beat them".
In Japan, do you feel at home? They adore you here.
"A little, I feel a little at home here. Whenever I come here, they've always treated me well. But Camp Nou is Camp Nou, my home is there. But it's true, I like it here".
Ronaldinho adored in Japan
He is the image of Barça in the world and Japan adores the blaugran number '10'. A few weeks ago, Ronaldinho released his own line of sports clothing (R10) and it is in this asian country where it has sold the most. Yet another sign of how much they adore the Brazilian ace.