Despite the striking resemblance that set the internet on fire, Miche Minnies is not Ronaldinho’s daughter.
The confusion stems from their uncanny physical similarity and the fact that both are talented footballers. Here is the breakdown of why the rumors persist and the actual facts:
Miche Minnies, a South African forward for Mamelodi Sundowns, went viral in 2023 because her facial features and playing style reminded fans so much of the Brazilian legend, Ronaldinho Gaúcho.
Miche was born in South Africa (specifically the Western Cape) in 2001. Ronaldinho is Brazilian, and his only officially recognized child is his son, João Mendes, who has also pursued a professional football career (formerly with Barcelona’s youth team).
While Miche’s father, David Minnies, was a footballer himself and coached her during her youth, there is no biological link between her family and Ronaldinho.
David Minnies: Miche Minnies is My Daughter
