The Brazilian soccer icons are set to bring their charity match back for it’s third edition with an impressive list of celebrities set to take part
Previous editions attracted over 17,500 fans in Miami (2022) and 14,500 in Orlando (2023)Lineup features soccer legends Terry, Makélélé, and Valderrama alongside NBA star NashEvent returns to Miami's Chase Stadium on June 7Get the MLS Season Pass today!Stream games nowAFPWHAT HAPPENED
Ronaldinho Gaúcho and Roberto Carlos have announced the third installment of their popular exhibition match, The Beautiful Game, returning to Miami's Chase Stadium on June 7, 2025. The event, officially branded as "The Beautiful Game by R10 & RC3," continues to build on the success of its previous editions, which launched in Miami in 2022 with over 17,500 attendees before moving to Orlando in 2023 where it attracted more than 14,500 passionate fans.
This year's celebration will feature an impressive roster of former football superstars, including former Chelsea captain John Terry, ex-Chelsea and Real Madrid midfielder Claude Makélélé, Uruguayan defender Diego Lugano, Colombian legend Carlos Valderrama, and iconic goalkeeper René Higuita. Other confirmed participants include Brazilian World Cup winners Gilberto Silva and Juliano Belletti, former Chelsea star Willian, Colombian defender Mario Yepes, and Portuguese winger Ricardo Quaresma.
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“Bringing together so many friends and legends of the game is always a gift,” Ronaldinho said as per the press release. “I hope the fans feel that joy too—each of these players has their own incredible story, and we’re excited to relive those memories together."
He added with a laugh, "Let’s see who falls victim to one of my dribbles this time!”
Carlos agreed with his compatriot.
“With everything we achieved with the Brazilian national team and in Europe, moments like these are priceless,” Carlos said. “Playing again alongside these legends, in a soccer-loving city like Miami, will be unforgettable. It’s going to be a night to remember.”
THE BIGGER PICTURE
"The Beautiful Game" represents part of a growing trend of exhibition matches and charity events hosted by retired soccer stars, creating new platforms for fan engagement while extending the global reach of soccer personalities beyond their playing careers. For fans, the event offers a rare opportunity to see legends from different eras share the field in a festive, high-energy environment that emphasizes skill and entertainment over competitive intensity.
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"The Beautiful Game" event kicks off on June 7, 2025, at 7:00 PM ET at the iconic Chase Stadium, home of Inter Miami CF. There will be an official launch ceremony where the kit will be unveiled, and that will take place a few days prior, on June 4.
