Jonathan Yael Padilla Sandoval (born 19 December 2005) is a Mexican professional footballer who plays as a winger for Liga MX club Guadalajara.
[3] On 3 July 2023, Padilla made his professional debut in a match against León, coming as a substitute for Isaác Brizuela.
In the 38th minute, a looped cross from Fernando Beltrán was headed back across the penalty area by Cristian Calderón, with Padilla drilling a half-volley past San Luis goalkeeper Andrés Sánchez for his second goal in two games.
[5] Following the game, manager Veljko Paunović said of Padilla: "We have a diamond in the rough that we have to polish", also stating that the midfielder showed "tremendous potential".
[6] Padilla featured in two friendly matches against the Republic of Ireland national under-17 football team in September 2021.