CONTACT

U.Sholarship Advisers
Cra 14 # 117-25
Phone: (+57) 320 240 4593 - (+1) 305 705 7514
jdaniel@becasamericanas.com

Supported By: Becas Americanas
Name: Daniel Carvajal

ABOUT

LW-RW-ST-RB-LB


OVERALL ABILITY ON THE FIELD:
I am a highly versatile player with exceptional physical endurance, allowing me to impact the game in both attacking and defensive transitions. My primary position is winger, but my tactical intelligence will enable me to perform at a high level as a full-back or forward. Thanks to being two-footed, I am a game-changer in 1v1 situations, using my pace and technical skills to unsettle the defense. Having played in nearly all positions except center-back, I have a deep understanding of the game’s dynamics, which helps me identify and exploit the opponent's weaknesses to benefit my team. I am a perfectionist regarding my technical execution—whether passing, shooting, or dribbling—and I constantly push myself to maintain the highest standards of quality every day.

STRENGTHS ON THE FIELD:
• Elite Physical Conditioning: High endurance and work rate, allowing me to maintain peak performance throughout the full 90 minutes.
• Clutch Performer: I excel in high-pressure situations and decisive moments of the game, consistently delivering results when the team needs it most.
• Strong Leadership & Team Spirit: I am a supportive teammate who motivates others during challenging moments. I focus on maintaining high team morale and helping teammates recover from mistakes.
• Self-Disciplined & Growth-Oriented: I am highly analytical of my own performance. I constantly identify my weaknesses and work rigorously until they become new strengths.
• 1v1 Specialist (Offense & Defense): I am highly effective in one-on-one situations, both as a winger taking on defenders and as a disciplined marker winning individual duels.
• Tactical Intelligence & Game Reading: Exceptional ability to read the game and make wise decisions. My positioning and timing allow me to anticipate plays, especially during high-pressure situations.
• Elite Pressing Ability: I have a great sense of timing when pressing as a forward, frequently recovering the ball in the final third due to my tactical anticipation.
• Technical Precision & Accuracy: I pride myself on the quality of my delivery, maintaining high accuracy in both long and short passing. I am a clinical finisher with great shooting precision, consistently making the right decision in the final third.

RESUME:
"My competitive career began at Eslavigol Academy (2013-2017), where I built my technical foundation and won my first titles in the Gold and Silver Maracaná Cups. Based on my early success, I was recruited by Independiente Santa Fe (2018-2021), one of Colombia’s most historic professional clubs. During my four years there, I competed in elite regional tournaments, including the Medellín Soccer Cup, where I finished as Top Scorer, proving my ability to perform in high-stakes environments.

From 2022 to 2025, I played for Talentos de Oro (TDO) across all tiers of the Bogotá League (B, A, and Premier). I led the team to three consecutive championships and promotions, consistently finishing as the league's leading goal scorer. During this period, I also competed in the U15 and U17 National Tournaments, facing the best academies in Colombia and finishing 4th nationally.

Currently, I am competing at the highest level of amateur and semi-professional football. At Newell’s Old Boys (2025-Present), I play in the Copa Metropolitana, facing professional reserve teams and players with first-division experience. Simultaneously, I represent Nacional de Eléctricos in the Torneo del Olaya (Open Category), the most prestigious senior amateur tournament in Bogotá. Competing in this 'Unica' category against grown men and former professionals has refined my physical strength, tactical intelligence, and my reputation as a clinical finisher who has been the top scorer at every club I have ever represented."

AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS:
• MVP U19 Match (TDO)
• Top scorer of the team (Santa Fe) Medellin soccer cup

HOBBIES AND PERSONAL INTERESTS:
Besides soccer, music is one of the things I enjoy most; furthermore, traveling and getting to know the world are very exciting. But my principal interest is to be the best version of me I can. I think about what I can do every day to be more productive and improve in all aspects of my life. I’m too perfectionistic; I always try to have all under my control.

DESCRIBE YOURSELF AS A PERSON:
I am a deeply disciplined individual, driven by a constant desire for self-improvement. My greatest motivation is to honor the sacrifices my parents have made for me, working hard to make them proud and to serve as a role model for my younger brother. My goal is to move forward and provide them with the best, giving back for all the support they have consistently shown me.  

 I am a firm believer that once I set a goal or an idea takes hold in my mind, I do not abandon it; I follow through until the very end to make it a reality. A solid faith guides my life; I strongly believe in God's plans, but I understand that faith must be accompanied by action. It is not just about asking, but about acting with determination and working hard. Thanks to these values, I have developed a strong sense of perseverance, which enables me to remain firm in the face of any challenge. 

Furthermore, I consider myself a highly supportive and empathetic person. I always try to put myself in others' shoes to understand their behavior and needs. For me, this opportunity is not just a professional step, but a blessing that I embrace with responsibility and the maturity needed to give my best. I am convinced that my discipline, tenacity, and human qualities will enable me to deliver real value to this project.

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PROFILE DETAIL

Status: Searching

Earliest Enrollment: Fall 2026

Sport: Soccer

Country: Colombia

Date of Birth: 29 March, 2008

Years Old: 18

GPA: 3.4

SAT: Pending on Score

TOEFL: Pending on score

Graduation Date: 05 December, 2025

Major: Business / Engineering

Height: 5'9''

Weight: 132 pounds

Shirt Size: S

Pant Size: S

Shoes Size: 7

Dominant Side: Right

ATHLETICS

Name of The Soccer Team:                   Newell´s Old Boys

Club Division or Play Division:             U17-U19-Open Division

Dominant Foot:                                         Right Foot

Bench Press (LB):                                    70

Squat(LB):                                                 120

Season Games:                                         41 games

Career Games:                                          540 games

Goals in The Season and Career:          19/214

Game as Started:                                      37 

Games Assists:                                         15

Team Wins:                                                26

Team Losses:                                            9

TOP PERFORMANCES IN THE PAST 3 YEARS

Fecha: Wednesday 25 de February, 2026

1.    Tournament:                                 National Tournament of DIFUTBOL U15

Team:                                              Talentos de Oro

Best Match Day:                            25-09-2023

Position Reached:                         3rd Round        

Opposing Team:                            Talentos Santa Rosa

Performance:                                 Goals: 1 Assists:0

Tournament Link:                          https://difutbol.org/

Result:                                             1-10

 

2.    Tournament:                                 Torneo Creativo FC

Team:                                              Talentos de Oro

Best Match Day:                            11-04-2024

Position Reached:                         Champions

Opposing Team:                           Creativo fc

Performance:                                Goals:2 Assist:0

Tournament Link:                          http://creativofc.com/torneos/torneos/cdf

Result:                                             5-0

 

3.    Tournament:                                National Tournament of DIFUTBOL U17

Team:                                              Talentos de Oro

Best Match Day:                            17-08-2024

Position Reached:                         2nd Round

Opposing Team:                           Club Deportivo Ivan Rene Valenciano

Performance:                                Goals:2 Assist: 0

Tournament Link:                          https://difutbol.org/

Result:                                               4-1

 

4.    Tournament:                                 Bogota Soccer League Premier

Team:                                              Talentos de Oro

Best Match Day:                            28-09-2024

Position Reached:                        champions

Opposing Team:                           Racing Big Stars

Performance:                                Goals: 1

Tournament Link:                         https://www.futbolbogotano.com/  

Result:                                            2-1

 

5.    Tournament:                                 Bogota Soccer League Premier

Team:                                              Talentos de Oro

Best Match Day:                            5-10-2024

Position Reached:                         Champions

Opposing Team:                            Renovadores

Performance:                                 Goals:1

Tournament Link:                         https://www.futbolbogotano.com/

Result: 1-2

 

6.    Tournament:                             Bogota Soccer League

Team:                                          Talentos de Oro   

Best Match Day:                        16-11-2024   

Position Reached:                       Champions

Opposing Team:                            Llaneros FC

Performance:                                 Goals:1 Assist:1 generated penalty:1

Tournament Link:                    https://www.futbolbogotano.com/

Result:                                              3-0

   

         

7.    Tournament:                                 Futuras Estrellas del Olaya

Team:                                              Talentos de Oro

Best Match Day:                            3-01-2025

Position Reached:                         2nd place

Opposing Team:                            Jaguares FC

Performance:                                 goals:2

Tournament Link:              https://sites.google.com/view/hexagonalolaya/futuras-estrellas

Result:                                             2-3

 

8.    Tournament:                                 National Tournament of DIFUTBOL U17

Team:                                             Talentos de Oro

Best Match Day:                            13-04-2025

Position Reached:                         5th round

Opposing Team:                            Internacional de Palmira

Performance:                                 Goals:1

Tournament Link:                          https://difutbol.org/

Result:                                              2-1

 

9.    Tournament:                                 Bogota Soccer League

Team:                                             Talentos de Oro

Best Match Day:                           14-08-2025

Position Reached:                         3rd position

Opposing Team:                            Gladiadores

Performance:                                 Goals: 0 Assist:1

Tournament Link:                       https://www.futbolbogotano.com/  

Result:                                          2-1

 

10. Tournament:                                 Capital Cup

Team:                                            Nacional de Eléctricos

Best Match Day:                            23-08-2025

Position Reached:        Group Stage                

Opposing Team:            Legends FC               

Performance:                    Goals:1            

Tournament Link:      https://www.sofascore.com/es-la/torneo/futbol/colombia-amateur/capital-cup-bogota-tradicional/26001#id:76333  

Result:                            4-2

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