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Ronaldo shows off new svelte figure in Brazil

Ronaldo has kicked those pounds away, replacing his beer belly with defined abs.The now-retired Brazilian soccer great shed more than 37 pounds in a televised weight-loss program. He weighed 223 on Sunday, down from 260 when he began the three-month fitness program in September. The "Fantastico" variety show chronicled the former striker's intense exercise routines, which included weightlifting, swimming, dance and yoga classes and forays onto the soccer field.Ronaldo, a three-time FIFA player of the year, retired early last year but is a member of the local organizing committee for the 2014 World Cup. He has also done commercials, some of them poking at his dramatic weight gain....

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    The annual United Nations charity match featuring former World Cup winners Ronaldo and Zinedine Zidane will be played in Brazil.The 2013 "Match Against Poverty" will...

  2. Injured Nadal draws inspiration from Ronaldo

    Rafael Nadal is drawing inspiration from the Brazilian soccer great Ronaldo as he returns from an injury.With Ronaldo watching, Nadal won the Brazil Open on Sunday f...

  3. Maracana set to reopen after delays, controversies

    After a series of delays, criticisms and protests, the iconic Maracana stadium is finally ready to reopen in Rio de Janeiro.The venue for the 2014 World Cup final an...

  4. Copacabana beach selected to host Fan Fest during 2014 World Cup in Brazil

    Fans hanging out at Copacabana beach will get to enjoy the World Cup experience in 2014.FIFA and local organizers said Friday that Copacabana has been selected as on...

  5. Former Brazil soccer captain Socrates, elegant playmaker who starred in '82 WCup, dies at 57

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  6. We'll be ready for World Cup , Brazil tells FIFA

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  7. Brazil's masterful play and colorful fans out on the best show at the World Cup

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  8. Brazil , FIFA presidents meet to ease tensions, discuss preparations for 2014 World Cup

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  9. After spat, Brazil and FIFA try to get to work to prepare country for 2014 World Cup

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  10. FIFA delays inspection trip to Brazil in aftermath of 2014 World Cup preparations dispute

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  11. FIFA criticizes Brazil over stadium delays; demands alcohol sales during World Cup

    FIFA's secretary general rebuked Brazil again for being behind schedule in stadium preparations for the 2014 World Cup.Jerome Valcke said Thursday "there is not a si...

  12. Armadillo unveiled as 2014 World Cup mascot

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  1. Ronaldo Announces Retirement From Soccer

    Ronaldo retired from soccer Monday because his body can no longer meet the demands of the game, ending a magnificent career in which he won two World Cups with Brazi...

  2. His body unable to meet soccer's demands, Brazilian great Ronaldo retires after mighty career

    A tearful Ronaldo said goodbye to soccer, having finally met an opponent he couldn't overcome.His body no longer able to meet the demands of the game, the 34-year-ol...

  3. Report: Brazil's Ronaldo , wife separate

    Brazilian media says the marriage of former soccer great Ronaldo and Bia Anthony has come to an end.The O Globo newspaper says the couple announced the end of their ...

  4. Former player Bebeto joins Ronaldo on 2014 World Cup organizing committee

    Former Brazil striker Bebeto is joining ex-teammate Ronaldo on the 2014 World Cup organizing committee.Bebeto, who helped Brazil win the 1994 World Cup, is the final...

  5. Ronaldo farewells Brazil national team

    Ronaldo's career with Brazil's national team came to an emotional end as he was given a send-off during Tuesday's friendly game against Romania.The striker made a ca...

  6. Brazil's Ronaldo poised to quit: report

    By Pedro FonsecaRIO DE JANEIRO (Reuters) - Former Brazil striker Ronaldo will announce his retirement from soccer on Monday, he told a Brazilian newspaper on Sunday....

  7. Ronaldo staying with WCup despite move to London

    Brazilian World Cup organizers say Ronaldo will remain in his role with the organizing committee despite moving to London to study advertising.Organizers say Ronaldo...

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