Brazil 2002 World Cup winning squad: Where are they now?

#10 Rivaldo

Then

Regarded as one of the greatest Brazilian players of all time Rivaldo was at the peak of his powers in the 2002 FIFA World Cup. Forming a deadly front three known as the three ‘Rs’ along with Ronaldo and Ronaldinho, Rivaldo wowed the world with his stunning skills, dribbling, technical ability and the uncanny knack of scoring crucial goals.

Part of the FIFA World Cup All-Star Team and declared as the Player of the Tournament, Rivaldo along with Ronaldo were the two standout players of this Brazil squad. Rivaldo also finished as the second highest goalscorer in the tournament winning the Silver Boot award. The legendary Brazilian was playing for Barcelona in 2002 and last played an international match for Brazil in 2003.

Now

In his playing career, Rivaldo represented an astonishing 14 clubs retiring as late as 2014 in his childhood club Mogi Mirim. On his retirement, Rivaldo said:

"My history as a player has come to the end. With tears in my eyes today I would like to thank God, my family and all the support, the affection that I received during those 24 years as a player."

He is currently the President of Mogi Mirim where his son Rivaldinho also plays.

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#11 Ronaldinho

Then

Before Ronaldinho gained worldwide stardom at Barcelona, the buck-toothed magician first burst onto the scene with his mesmerising performances in the 2002 World Cup. Playing a starring role, the 2005 Ballon d’Or winner made 5 appearances in the tournament scoring 2 goals and contributing with several important assists.

His most memorable moment came in the quarterfinal against England when he curled in a stunning free-kick from over 40 yards out to hand Brazil the lead. A true magician on the pitch, Ronaldinho was playing for PSG in 2002. He famously made a move to Barcelona in 2003, where he established himself as one of the greatest players of all time.

Now

After his spell at Barcelona, Ronaldinho went on to play for European giants AC Milan followed by spells in Brazilian clubs, Flamengo and Atletico Mineiro. He then went on to Mexican club Queretaro before he last played professionally at Fluminense.

Ronaldinho also played in India as part of the Goa 5s team in the Premier Futsal League. Currently, the Brazilian superstar is officially back in Barcelona on a 10-year contract as the Catalan club’s ambassador.