Malappuram: World Cup winning Brazilian footballer Ronaldinho arrived to a grand reception at the Karipur International Airport on Sunday. Ronaldinho is in Kerala for the inaugural function of Nagjee International Club Tournament, which is making a revival in Indian football after a 21-year-long hiatus .
The football frenzy crowd gathered in large numbers at the airport to receive the midfielder who came by a chartered flight from Nedubassery airport on Sunday morning.
The legendary footballer, who came here as a brand ambassador of Nagjee International Club Football tournament, stepped out of the airport amidst tight security .
Though the tournament will kick off only on February 5, tournament organisers have decided to advance the inaugural ceremony according to Ronaldinho’s convenience.
“Football has the power to unite people. I am supporting the work carried by Football for Peace Global, and am proud today to be the guest of honour of Nagjee International Club Football Tournament 2016, and becoming a Footballer for Peace,” he had told reporters during a press conference in Dubai.