Brazil Icon Ronaldinho Visits India, Sets Fans Talking With Heartfelt Tribute to Maradona

• Barcelona's midfield legend Ronaldinho Guacho is on a visit to India
• The Brazilian football icon was on the tour for several cultural reasons
• Ronaldinho's tribute to Diego Maradona has stirred reactions from fans

Brazil's legendary midfielder, Ronaldinho Gaucho continues to capture hearts wherever he ventures, even after his retirement.

The former Barcelona midfielder, who thrilled fans with his dazzling skills and abilities during his playing days, continues to set fans abuzz despite having called time from football years earlier.

Recently, the 43-year-old icon sparked excitement during his two-day visit to India, leaving an indelible mark.

The former Barcelona ambassador was scheduled to inaugurate a Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata, West Bengal, among a host of other ceremonial activities, as reported by IndiaToday.

Ronaldinho also celebrated the Indian culture in his distinctive attire, as he was seen conducting an aarti (puja) ceremony.

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However, amid the flurry of the ceremonial act the 2002 World Cup winner performed, it was his tribute to Argentine football great, Diego Armando Maradona that sparked the biggest reactions.

Ronaldinho's tribute to Maradona

The former Milan midfielder, as seen in the video shared by Marca, made time to lay flowers at the feet of the statue of Maradona in the city during his numerous activities.

The act from the Brazil football legend generated numerous reactions from fans on social media"

@1realformula posted:

"Game recognize game❤️"

@1FastLanez wrote

"That's great. Maradona would never be forgotten."

@connectwithkant commented:

"Emotional... Legend meets legend."

@czooba saluting Ronaldinho posted:

"Info from the street confirms he owns the street even in Asia."

While Ronaldinho may have polarised opinions off the pitch with his demeanour, one undeniable truth remains - the unwavering adoration fans have for him and his reciprocation of that love when he gets the opportunity to do so.

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Ronaldinho names players better than Messi

Sports Brief has also reported that Ronaldinho once made controversial comments when he was asked about Lionel Messi's place in football history.

The Argentine is often regarded as the best player ever, alongside Cristiano Ronaldo, with the two dominating every top competition for close to 15 years.

One would have thought that having seen and trained with Messi first-hand, Ronaldinho would jump at a chance to declare him the best footballer ever.