Paolo Maldonado Explained

Paolo Freddy Maldonado Farje (born 12 August 1973) is a Peruvian football manager and former player who manages Universitario (women).

Early life

As a child, Maldonado aspired to become an engineer, before becoming a professional footballer.^[1]

Playing career

Maldonado was nicknamed "Manzanita".^[2] During his career, he won five league titles and the 2003 Copa Sudamericana.^[3] During his career, he was known as a locker room prankster.^[4]

Managerial career

After retiring from professional football, Maldonado became a manager.^[5]

Style of play

Maldonado was known for utilizing his short height to take on opposing players.^[6]

Personal life

Maldonado grew up supporting Peruvian side Universitario, a club he would later play for.^[7]

Notes and References

1. Web site: Paolo Maldonado: "En el camarín de Universitario de Deportes también hacíamos el trencito". depor.com (Archived).
2. Web site: Paolo Maldonado: "Ahora hago el 'trencito' en mi casa". elpopular.pe (Archived).
3. Web site: golazo de Paolo Maldonado a Alianza Lima compite en las redes. golperu.pe (Archived).
4. Web site: Paolo Maldonado y sus mil y una en los vestuarios del fútbol: anécdotas inéditas. trome.com (Archived).
5. Web site: los 5 mejores jugadores que pasaron por ambos equipos y dejaron huella internacional. 7 March 2023 . infobae.com.
6. Web site: Paolo Maldonado: "En el equipo de Comizzo hay muchos con mis características". elbocon.pe (Archived).
7. Web site: Paolo Maldonado, recuerdos de un crack del mediocampo. once.pe (Archived).