Meet Miche Minnies, the U21 South African footballer who is the spitting image of Ronaldinho

Ronaldinho faces some awkward questions as a young South African footballer grows up to be his carbon copy.

Meet Miche Minnies, the U21 South African footballer who is the spitting image of Ronaldinho

Miche Minnies and Ronaldinho (Source: 433 Twitter/ FIFA)`

Miche Minnies, a rising star in South African football, is making waves for her talent and striking resemblance to Brazilian football legend Ronaldinho. The 21-year-old striker, who plays for the Mamelodi Sundowns’ women’s team has become a social media sensation due to her uncanny likeness to the former Barcelona superstar, right down to her hairstyle.

While her football skills are undoubtedly impressive, her physical resemblance to Ronaldinho has caught fans’ attention. Social media has been abuzz with photos comparing Minnies to the Brazilian icon, with some jokingly speculating if Ronaldinho had a secret child in South Africa. Beyond her appearance, Minnies has made a name for herself in South African football, particularly in the Sasol League, where she was the top scorer and helped secure a championship for her team in 2021.

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Minnies, who joined Sundowns from Vasco da Gama, had a remarkable debut season, scoring 23 goals across all competitions and helping her team retain the Hollywoodbets Super League title. She also played a crucial role in taking Sundowns to the finals of the COSAFA Cup qualifiers and the CAF Women’s Champions League.

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Her journey also included representing South Africa in the U17 Women’s World Cup, where she faced the Brazilian national team despite a challenging red card incident. Minnies’ unique blend of talent and her Ronaldinho-inspired style has made her a standout figure in football, garnering admiration and curiosity from fans worldwide.

Ronaldinho’s everlasting impact on modern football

In 2018, Brazilian football legend Ronaldinho officially bid farewell to the sport, marking the end of an illustrious career that saw him become one of the world’s most celebrated and skillful players. Known for his dazzling dribbling, infectious smile, and iconic long-range free-kick against England in the 2002 World Cup quarter-finals, Ronaldinho left an indelible mark on the sport.

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During his international career, the former Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona playmaker tallied an impressive 33 goals in 97 appearances. He played a pivotal role in Brazil’s success, helping them secure their last World Cup title in 2002 and later captaining the team to their second Confederations Cup triumph in 2005.

Ronaldinho’s creativity and flair on the field made him a beloved figure among football enthusiasts worldwide, earning him two FIFA World Player of the Year awards and the 2005 Ballon d’Or. As Ronaldinho took his final bow from professional football, fans, and admirers will fondly remember his contributions to the beautiful game and his lasting impact on the sport’s history.

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