Quick Info
| Profession | Professional Football Player (Defender) |
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| Nationality | Ecuador |
| Date of Birth | 16/10/2001 |
| Age | 25 years |
| Birthplace | Quinindé, Esmeraldas, Ecuador |
| Full Name | Willian Joel Pacho Tenorio |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra |
Latest News about Willian Pacho
04/09/2026
Paris Saint-Germain extended Willian Pacho's contract until June 2031, two seasons beyond his previous deal. The renewal was announced alongside other squad extensions and confirmed his long-term future at the club under coach Luis Enrique.
30/05/2026
Willian Pacho helped Paris Saint-Germain win the Champions League again by beating Arsenal in the final, back-to-back European titles for the club. He had earlier been named Player of the Match in the semi-final second leg against Bayern Munich, which PSG drew 1-1 to reach the final.
01/06/2025
Willian Pacho became the first Ecuadorian player to win the Champions League after Paris Saint-Germain defeated Chelsea in the final on 31 May 2025. He also became the first Ecuadorian to score in a European final during that match, cementing his legacy as a pioneer for Ecuadorian football in Europe.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Ecuadorian centre-back who rose to prominence through Independiente del Valle's youth system before moving to Royal Antwerp, Eintracht Frankfurt, and Paris Saint-Germain. He became PSG's first Ecuadorian player upon signing in August 2024 and has since won multiple titles with the club, including the Champions League in 2024-25 and 2025-26. |
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| Position | Centre-back |
| Height | 6'2" (188 cm) |
| Weight | 178-179 lbs |
| Preferred Foot | Left |
| Contract Expires | 30/06/2031 |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6'2" |
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| Weight | 178 lbs |
| Shirt Number | 51 |
| Foot | Left |
Personal Life
| Shirt number 51 is a tribute to his late mother |
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Career
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| International | Ecuador (Sep 2021-present, 33 caps, 2 goals); debuted 28 March 2023 vs Australia (2-1 win, first international goal); included in 2022 FIFA World Cup squad; named in Ecuador's 2026 FIFA World Cup squad |
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Style Quotient
| Playing Style | Adaptable defender with strong passing game and out-of-possession abilities; known for speed allowing higher defensive line positioning; can play left or right centre-back; excels in duels, interceptions, tackles, recoveries, and progressive passing |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. First Ecuadorian player to join Paris Saint-Germain | |
| 2. Transferred for 2.5 times the fee Frankfurt paid after just one season | |
| 3. Known for letting his football do the talking rather than seeking attention | |
| 4. From Quinindé in northern Ecuador | |
| 5. First Ecuadorian to win the Champions League | |
| 6. First Ecuadorian to score in a European final | |
| 7. Was named Player of the Match in the 2026 Champions League semi-final second leg against Bayern Munich |
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