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Peruvian footballer (born 1973)
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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.

Playing career

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

Managerial career

After retiring from professional football, Maldonado became a manager.

Style of play

Maldonado was known for utilizing his short height to take on opposing players.

Personal life

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

References

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