Willian Pacho celebrates 25th birthday amid Champions League success

Ecuadorian defender Willian Pacho celebrates his 25th birthday on October 16, 2026, marking a period of significant professional achievement. Currently playing for Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), Pacho has established himself as a key figure in European football and a leader for the Ecuador national team.

In the UEFA Champions League, Pacho has reached 36 appearances, placing him second among Ecuadorian players in the tournament's history, trailing only Antonio Valencia. He holds a notable disciplinary record, having played 36 Champions League matches without receiving a single yellow or red card. During the 2025-2026 season, he led the competition in ball recoveries with 105.

Pacho’s career trajectory includes formative years at Independiente del Valle, where he won the 2020 Copa Libertadores Sub-20, followed by stints at Royal Antwerp in Belgium and Eintracht Frankfurt in Germany. Since joining PSG in August 2024, he has secured multiple titles, including Ligue 1, the Coupe de France, and two Champions League trophies.