Ronaldinho has recorded a special message – his famous smile – for the family of his prison football team-mate.
The 40-year-old has grown a beard since he was thrown behind bars for allegedly trying to enter Paraguay with a fake passport.
Former Paraguay striker Nelson Cuevas raised serious concerns as he claimed Ronaldinho was “sad” in jail.
But the Brazilian showed off his trademark toothy grin as he filmed a clip from inside of the prison.
The 2002 World Cup winner sent a message intended for the family of his new prison pal and football team-mate, identified as jailed police officer Pablo Cesar Morales.
Speaking in Spanish, Ronaldinho said: “Hi everyone, hello to the Morales family.
“I'm here with my companion, my attacker, Pablo.
“He plays very well. We're together and we're going to play again very soon.”
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The former Barcelona star showed off his new look as he wore a black vest and beanie hat – even though temperatures in Asuncion are reaching around 29 degrees.
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