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WATCH: The Original Ronaldo Can Still Put Defenders To Shame At 40-Years-Old

WATCH: The Original Ronaldo Can Still Put Defenders To Shame At 40-Years-Old

It was incredible to see one of the greatest back playing again.

Jack Kenmare

Jack Kenmare

For those fortunate enough to have watched the original Ronaldo in his prime, congratulations. You've witnessed one of the greatest players to ever grace our beautiful game.

The Brazilian had it all. Pace, power, finishing and skill - he was a joy to watch during his time at Inter Milan, Barcelona and Real Madrid.

If you haven't watched R9 at his very best, then I insist you take 30 minutes out of your Monday evening to watch YouTube highlights of the great one. Trust me.

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Image: PA

Anyway, six years after retiring from the game after a brief stint at Corinthians, the once deadly 40-year-old produced yet more magic during a Real Madrid legends game vs Roma.

The likes of Figo, Roberto Carlos and Raul appeared in the game last night, but Ronaldo's return to Bernabeu - 10 years after leaving to join AC Milan - was the biggest talking point.

Ronaldo suffers from hypothyroidism - an illness that causes weight gain - so of course he wasn't in the shape of his life, but it's clear to see the striker hasn't lost his touch and skill.

He spent 33 minutes on the field of play, showing glimpses of the old Ronaldo.


Credit: Real Madrid

How good is it to see the original Ronaldo back on his old stomping ground.

Real Madrid legends eventually won the match 4-0, including a brace from Fernando Morientes and a quality free-kick from Luis FIgo.

If you want to see the three minute clip of Ronaldo in action, take a look at the clip below:

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Image: PA

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