Paolo Maldonado

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

[2] During his career, he won five league titles and the 2003 Copa Sudamericana.

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

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

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