Retired in 2018. Was briefly jailed in Paraguay in 2020 for using a fake passport. Now lives in Brazil, does charity work, and appears at legends events. Still has the biggest smile in football.
The Emperor. Scored rockets from 30 yards. Depression and alcoholism derailed his career. Returned to Brazil, played for Flamengo briefly. Now lives in the favelas of Rio by choice — says he's happiest there.
Won the Ballon d'Or at 22. Injuries destroyed his pace. Controversial moves to Real Madrid, Newcastle, and Man United. Now a TV pundit known for stating the obvious. "If they score, they'll win."
Called "the next Pelé" at 14. Signed with Nike. Appeared on talk shows. Never developed. Played for 15 clubs across 10 countries. Last played professionally in 2021 in Sweden's lower leagues. The cautionary tale of hype.
"Why always me?" Set off fireworks in his bathroom. Scored in the Euro 2012 semi-final and ripped his shirt off. Bounced around 10+ clubs. Now playing in Turkey. Still only 35. Still chaotic.