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Paula Comendador

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Pau Comendador
Comendador Real Madrid in 2024
Personal information
Full name Paula Comendador Prado
Date of birth (2007-01-12) 12 January 2007 (age 17)[1]
Place of birth Madrid, Spain[[1]]
Height 1.66 m (5 ft 6 in)[[2]]
Position(s) Forward[[3]]
Team information
Current team
Real Madrid B
Number 20
Youth career
2015-2021 Madrid CFF[[4]]
2021-2022 Real Madrid Cadete
2022-2023 Real Madrid Juvenil
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
2023- Real Madrid B 32 (7)
2023- Real Madrid 3 (1)
International career
2022-2024 Spain U17 29 (13)
2024 Spain U19 7 (2)
2024- Spain U23 0 (0)
Medal record
Women's football
Representing  Spain
FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup
Runner-up 2024 Dominican Republic
UEFA Women's Under-19 Championship
Winner 2024 Lithuania
UEFA Women's Under-17 Championship
Runner-up 2023 Estonia
*Club domestic league appearances and goals

Paula Comendador Prado (born 12 January 2007) is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a left winger for Primera Federaćion club Real Madrid 'B'[2], The reserve team for Real Madrid Femenino and the Spain Under-23 national team[3]

Pau began her club career in the youth sections of Madrid CFF in 2015[4], where she stood out as one of the best young female prospects in Spain.She later moved to Real Madrid in 2021, in 2023 She made her debut in Liga F at age 16, becoming the second youngest-ever player in Spain's top women's division behind Vicky Lopez, Where she broke multiple club records due to her age, being the youngest player to debut for Real Madrid's women's team Until Irune Dorado in 2024, she was a runner up in the 23-24 Liga F season with the first team and won the 23/24 Segunda Federacion title with Real Madrid's reserve team.

As part of Spain's youth national teams since 2022, Pau has found success with Spain's under-17 team, finishing runner-up in the Under-17 Euro in 2023, and the 2024 FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup. In this competition, she was awarded the Golden boot trophy as the top scorer of the tournament with 5 Goals and the Silver boot as the second best player in the tournament. And winning the 2024 Under-19 Euro With the Under-19 team

Early Life

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Paula Comendador Prado was born on 12 January 2007 in Madrid

Club Career

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Pau Comendador is a promising talent in Spanish football, currently playing as a left winger for Real Madrid Femenino B in the Primera Federación. Her career began within the youth setup of Real Madrid, where her technical skill and creativity on the pitch quickly stood out.

Progression at Real Madrid

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Comendador joined Real Madrid's academy at a young age, refining her skills and adapting to the high standards expected at one of the world’s most prestigious clubs. She made her debut for Real Madrid Femenino B on September 10, 2023. As of late 2024, she has become a crucial player for the team, consistently contributing to their attacking efforts.

Despite her youth, Comendador has demonstrated an impressive maturity in her game. Her ability to read matches, combine with teammates, and deliver in critical moments has made her a key figure in the squad. In the 2023–24 season, she registered 7 goals and 1 assist in 27 league appearances.

Playing Style and Strengths

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Known for her pace, dribbling ability, and sharp tactical awareness, Comendador primarily operates as a left winger. Her ability to cut inside or deliver precise crosses from the flank makes her a versatile asset for Real Madrid. Additionally, her experience with Spain’s youth national teams has given her the ability to perform under pressure and adapt to different playing styles.

International Career

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Youth

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Comendador began her journey with Spain’s U-17 team, making an immediate impact. Over 29 appearances, she scored an impressive 13 goals, showcasing her skill and consistency at the international level. Her most notable performance came during the 2024 U-17 Women’s World Cup, where she scored a hat-trick in Spain’s quarter-final victory against Ecuador. This exceptional display of talent contributed to Spain’s strong campaign in the tournament.

She was also instrumental in Spain’s runner-up finish at the UEFA Women’s U-17 Championship. Her performances in this competition solidified her reputation as a game-changer, earning her recognition among the brightest young talents in European football.

Following her success at the U-17 level, Comendador transitioned to Spain’s U-19 team. While still early in her tenure, she has continued to make an impact with two goals in seven appearances as of late 2024. Her adaptability and attacking instincts have been valuable assets for the squad in the UEFA U-19 Women’s Championship and other friendly matches.

Personal Life

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As of 2024, Pau is completing her Bachillerato científico.[5]

Career statistics

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International

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As of match played 3 November 2024
Appearances and goals by national team and year
Year National team Apps Goals
2023 Spain U17 3 1
2024 Spain U17 11 6
2024 Spain U19 7 2
Total 21 9

Honours

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Real Madrid B

Real Madrid

Spain U17

Spain U19

Individual

References

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  1. ^ https://int.soccerway.com/players/paula-comendador-prado/871919/. Retrieved 20 November 2024. {{cite web}}: Missing or empty |title= (help)
  2. ^ "REAL MADRID C.F. - ERROR". www.realmadrid.com. Retrieved 2024-11-19.
  3. ^ "Sonia Bermúdez gives the last call-up of the year for the U-23". rfef. 19 November 2024. {{cite web}}: |first= missing |last= (help)
  4. ^ Gil, Aimara G. (2024-10-29). "Pau Comendador, un talento que se salta las generaciones". Diario AS (in Spanish). Retrieved 2024-11-19.
  5. ^ Jiménez, Mayca (18 February 2023). "La Vicky López más personal: la hípica, sus apodos 'olvidados' y el fútbol como refugio". Relevo (in Spanish). Retrieved 25 March 2024.
  6. ^ "Spain 2-3 France: First French title after Women's U17 EURO final thriller". UEFA.com. 26 May 2023. Retrieved 26 December 2023.