Former 2002 World Cup winner Kaka has criticized the treatment of the Brazil national team and particularly Neymar in his country during the World Cup, as well as the way idols such as Ronaldo Nazario are perceived.

Ronaldo, just a fat man walking down the street

“It’s strange that I say this, but many Brazilians do not support Brazil. If you see Ronaldo anywhere in the world, you will say “wow”. In Brazil, it’s just a fat man walking down the street.

Now many people in Brazil are talking about Neymar, but in a negative way. Maybe because of politics, but Brazilians sometimes don’t value talent anymore,” Kaka said, according to As.

When asked if Ronaldo is not appreciated as much by Brazilians as in the rest of the world, Kaka answered.

“Of course, many Brazilians love Ronaldo, as I do. But the way to show respect in Brazil is different from the rest of the world. He is more respected outside the country.”

Kaka and Ronaldo were part of the Brazil squad that won the last 2022 World Cup in Korea and Japan.