Ronaldinho has been dealt a major blow to World Cup ambitions after he was left out of Brazil's squad for their final warm-up match against Republic of Ireland in London.

Ronaldinho's form has improved of late, with a string of encouraging performances for AC Milan, but he has not played for the Selecao since April 2009.

Brazil coach Dunga decided there was no place for him in his 22-man selection and said: "Every player has chances (of a place in the squad). At this moment ...

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