Paige Almendariz

Paige Noel Almendariz (born October 19, 1997) is an American professional soccer player who plays as a defender for USL Super League club DC Power. She was part of Benfica's historic season, where the club won all four domestic competitions. the Campeonato Nacional (Portuguese League, fourth in the club's history), the Taça de Portugal (Portuguese Cup, second in the club's history), the Taça da Liga (Portuguese League Cup, fourth in the club's history), and the Supertaça de Portugal (Portuguese Supercup, third in the club's history). She also help the club reach the quarter-finals of the UEFA Women's Champions League for the first time in the club's history. Almendariz played 18 games and scored 2 goals in all competitions.

Almendariz joined Tampa Bay Sun on August 23, 2024. She helped the club win the inaugural USL Super League. Her jersey just has her first name on the back instead of her surname.

Almendariz joined DC Power on July 11, 2025.

Personal life She previously dated former Arsenal defender, Rob Holding.

As of 2025 and 2026, Almendariz is in a relationship with professional baseball star Christian Yelich of the Milwaukee Brewers.

Honors Benfica Campeonato Nacional Feminino: 2023–24 Taça de Portugal: 2023–24 Taça da Liga: 2023–24 Supertaça de Portugal: 2023

Tampa Bay Sun USL Super League: 2024–25