Quick Info
| Profession | Goalkeeper |
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| Nationality | Paraguay |
| Date of Birth | 11/06/2000 |
| Age | 26 years |
| Birthplace | San Lorenzo, Central, Paraguay |
Latest News about Orlando Gill
01/07/2026
Following his World Cup heroics, Orlando Gill said he was working to retrieve the jersey he had sold to cover his son’s medical expenses. His personal sacrifice and standout performance drew widespread attention, and supporters offered help after his story circulated widely.
29/06/2026
Orlando Gill made six saves in total, including two crucial stops in the penalty shootout, to help Paraguay defeat Germany 4-3 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32. The result sent Paraguay into the Round of 16 and marked a major upset against a four-time world champion.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Orlando Daniel Gill NoldÃn |
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| Alias | Orlando Gill |
| Current Club | San Lorenzo de Almagro (Argentine Primera División) |
| National Team | Paraguay Men's National Team |
| Jersey Number | 12 |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 1.98 m |
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| Weight | 81 kg |
Personal Life
| Son | Yes (medical expenses mentioned in news) |
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| Spouse | Melissa Avalos |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Orlando Gill is the first goalkeeper in FIFA World Cup history to help his team win a match via penalty shootout against Germany. | |
| 2. He was born in San Lorenzo, a city in the Central Department of Paraguay. | |
| 3. At 26 years old, he became a key figure in Paraguay's historic upset against four-time champions Germany in the 2026 World Cup. | |
| 4. He joined San Lorenzo de Almagro in January 2019 and has been their primary goalkeeper since 2024. | |
| 5. Orlando Gill sold his jersey and sneakers to pay for his son's medical expenses before becoming a World Cup hero. |