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

Early life

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

Playing career

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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

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

Style of play

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

Personal life

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

References

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  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).