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Paolo Daniel Cardozo (born June 9, 1989) is an Uruguayan footballer, who currently plays for L.A. Wolves FC in the Premier Development League.
Career
Argentina
Cardozo started his career with the youth ranks of Argentine power Club Atlético River Plate. After impressing while at River, Cardozo moved to the reserve side of Quilmes. While with Quilmes, Cardozo quickly established himself as one of the top scorers in the highly successful Quilmes reserve side. As a result, he was signed to a full professional contract by Quilmes in June 2010. On January 31, 2010 Cardozo debuted for the senior side in a match against Boca Unidos.
United States
During the 2010 season Cardozo went on trial with Colombus Crew. In January 2011, after receiving limited first team action with Quilmes, Cardozo signed with Major League Soccer with hopes of being selected in the 2011 MLS SuperDraft. On January 13, he was selected by the Los Angeles Galaxy with the #16 pick of the first round of the MLS SuperDraft.
He made his debut for Galaxy on March 20, 2011, in a game against New England Revolution.
On April 10, 2012 Cardozo was traded to Chivas USA in exchange for David Lopes. Chivas USA released Cardozo on February 14, 2013.
Honours
Los Angeles Galaxy
- MLS Cup (1): 2011
- Major League Soccer Supporters' Shield (1): 2011
- Major League Soccer Western Conference Championship (1): 2011