Young prodigy Irune Dorado, a standout participant in the 2023 edition of the Madrid Football Cup Girls Edition, has achieved a historic milestone by making her debut with Real Madrid Femenino’s first team on January 31, 2025. At 16 years and 315 days old, Dorado has become the youngest player to debut with Real Madrid in Liga F.
Dorado’s debut took place during the match against Espanyol, which ended in a resounding 5-0 victory for Real Madrid. The young midfielder, who usually plays as a defensive midfielder, entered the field replacing Angeldahl, demonstrating the confidence that coach Alberto Toril has placed in her.

Irune Dorado is no stranger to elite women’s football. Her participation in the MFC Girls Edition in 2023 allowed her to face some of the best youth academies in the world, preparing her for this crucial moment in her career. The tournament, which brings together teams of the caliber of FC Barcelona, Atlético de Madrid and Madrid CFF, has been a perfect showcase for Dorado’s talent.
The young footballer has also stood out in the lower categories of the Spanish National Team, participating in the U-17 World Cup where Spain won the silver medal. Her performance was so outstanding that she received several MVP recognitions, even playing in a defensive position.
Irune Dorado’s debut is a testament to the high level of competition offered by the MFC Girls Edition. This tournament, which will be held again from April 18 to 20, 2025 in Alcobendas, Madrid, continues to be a crucial platform for the development of young talents in women’s football.
Dorado’s journey from the MFC Girls Edition to Real Madrid Femenino’s first team is an inspiring example for young female footballers who will participate in the next edition of the tournament. Her success reinforces the importance of these high-level events in the development of future stars in women’s football.