Ronaldinho’s Football Reality Show Surpasses 300,000 Applicants

Ronaldinho Gaúcho's ambitious football talent program, Manual do Bruxo, has already drawn over 300,000 registrations from aspiring players worldwide. On January 26, the Brazilian icon will host a live presentation unveiling the program's structure and the opportunities it offers to young athletes.

A Global Initiative to Discover Football Stars

The project, designed to identify and nurture football talent in Brazil and beyond, has attracted an overwhelming number of applicants. Over 300,000 individuals have registered through nearly 260 WhatsApp groups across Brazil, with participation open to young players from around the globe via the program's website.

Sérgio Estevam Jr, CEO of Growth Venture, the company managing the initiative, explained its purpose: “This project aims to find and develop football talents from different cultures and backgrounds, making global expansion a crucial step for our methodology and vision.”

An Unprecedented Opportunity

According to Fabiano Veronezi, CEO of Fame Licensing, the Manual do Bruxo represents a groundbreaking milestone in global sports branding. “With Ronaldinho's genius and charisma, this project brings the magic of football to young talents worldwide, offering unique opportunities,” Veronezi noted.

The program includes lessons inspired by Ronaldinho’s iconic skills, such as his legendary dribbles and technical prowess. Participants will attend in-person talent trials across Brazil, where the football legend himself will evaluate their abilities and share his insights.

Expanding Beyond Brazil

The talent selection process will also extend beyond Brazil, with the initial locations determined by the volume of global registrations. “We’re looking for stars from all over the world,” Estevam said, emphasizing the international scope of the initiative.

Ronaldinho expressed his excitement about the project: “I’ve received so much love and admiration from fans throughout my career. Now, it’s time to give back. Together with the Manual do Bruxo team, I’ve created a program to teach everything I know to young people who dream of becoming footballers. I hope they enjoy it; we just want to help.”

Key Highlights of Manual do Bruxo:

• Purpose: To discover and develop football talents globally, starting with Brazil.
• Participation: Over 300,000 registered candidates; open to players worldwide via the official website.
• Live Event: January 26 presentation by Ronaldinho to reveal program details.
• Activities: Technical lessons, in-person trials, and mentorship by Ronaldinho.
• Global Reach: Talent selections will expand internationally based on registration numbers.
• Vision: Empower young players through Ronaldinho’s expertise and innovative training methods.