Romário: The Soccer Legend Reviving América RJ

Romário, the World Cup-winning striker, has come out of retirement at the age of 58 to help revive América RJ, a once-great soccer club in northern Rio de Janeiro. As the club's president, he brought sponsors, revamped the stadium, and energized the local fan base, aiming to restore the club to its former glory.


PTI | Mesquite | Updated: 18-06-2024 14:21 IST | Created: 18-06-2024 14:21 IST
Romário: The Soccer Legend Reviving América RJ
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In a remarkable turn of events, World Cup-winning striker Romário has come out of retirement to rescue his boyhood club, América RJ, from the brink of collapse. At 58, Romário brought in sponsors, renovated part of the stadium, and spearheaded initiatives to put the club back on the map.

The soccer legend, now also a senator, took over as the club's president earlier this year. Joining forces with top managers, Romário aims to lead América RJ back to its glory days. The club, founded in 1904, experienced a decline but now shows signs of revival, climbing the ranks in Rio's second division.

Local fans are rejuvenated, filling the stands with renewed energy and cheers for Romário. His impact is undeniably evident, as América RJ's social media following surged to over 200,000. Although some skeptics remain, officials affirm that without Romário, the club would have ceased to exist.

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