Socrates Oliveira (the former Corinthians star) used to say Ronaldinho fed off the fans' adoration of him. And everytime Ronaldinho slips up we are all disappointed. You would figure someone who thrives off being appreciated would step his game up especially when everyone voices their desire to see him recapture just some of his old form.
I'm sure the opinions of the press reach his ears, so if he gets another chance for a competitive NT game I hope he can come good, otherwise he's just damaging his own legacy.