Patrícia Dewes Maldaner (born 8 February 2003), better known as Pati Maldaner, is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a defender for Palmeiras.
Early life and youth career Maldaner was born in Pinhalzinho, Santa Catarina. She began playing football in 2018 with Chapecoense's youth teams, where she developed technical skills through futsal. In 2019, at the age of 16, she caught the attention of scouts of Grêmio.
Club career
Grêmio Maldaner joined Grêmio in 2020 and played for four seasons in Brazil’s top-tier women's football competition. She was honored by the club after reaching 50 appearances.
In November 2022, she helped Grêmio secure the Campeonato Gaúcho Feminino title with a victory over Internacional.
She renewed her contract with Grêmio until the end of 2023.
In 2022, Maldaner was part of the Brazil U-20 squad that won the bronze medal at the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup.
Palmeiras In January 2024, Maldaner signed with Palmeiras, describing it as an important step in her career.
She participated in The Women's Cup in Louisville, United States, where she emphasized the value of playing against international teams.
Maldaner was part of the Palmeiras squad that won the 2024 Campeonato Paulista Feminino, breaking Corinthians' dominance in the competition. The title was decided on penalties after a 2–2 aggregate draw.
International career Maldaner represented Brazil at the 2022 South American U-20 Championship.
She was selected for the 2022 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup squad.
Personal life Maldaner is pursuing a degree in nutrition.
Honours Grêmio Campeonato Gaúcho Feminino: 2022
Palmeiras Campeonato Paulista de Futebol Feminino: 2024, 2025 Copa do Brasil de Futebol Feminino: 2025 Brasil Ladies Cup: 2025 Supercopa do Brasil de Futebol Feminino: 2026
Brazil South American U-20 Championship: 2022
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