Willian Pacho

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League: Ligue 1Team: Paris Saint-GermainNationality: Ecuador
Positions:CBAge: ~25

Estimated market value (beta)

€27.7m€101.0m
Confidence: 67%
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Overview

MobilityControlDistributionThreatDefenseDuelsPotential
Overall x̄(w) = 77 / 100·Confidence 67%

Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.

Attributes (grouped)

Mobility

Acceleration80

Quick recovery pace lets him cover in behind despite a lean frame. (conf 0.75)

Top speed82

Genuine speed to win footraces against fast forwards in transition. (conf 0.75)

Agility78

Comfortable turning and adjusting body shape under pressure in tight areas. (conf 0.7)

Stamina80

Holds intensity across PSG's demanding high-press system for full matches. (conf 0.65)

Control

First touch80

Cushions long balls cleanly and keeps possession moving under pressure. (conf 0.7)

Dribbling74

Carries the ball confidently out of the back to break opposition lines. (conf 0.65)

Ball shielding76

Uses frame effectively to protect the ball when pressed by strikers. (conf 0.65)

Ball striking68

Passable long-range technique but rarely called upon to strike at range. (conf 0.55)

Distribution

Short passing82

Reliable, progressive passer who builds from the back in PSG's possession scheme. (conf 0.75)

Long passing78

Capable of switching play and hitting line-breaking diagonals. (conf 0.65)

Crossing40

Not part of his game as a central defender who rarely reaches wide areas. (conf 0.4)

Vision76

Reads passing lanes well to initiate attacks from deep positions. (conf 0.6)

Chance threat

Finishing45

Minimal goal threat, mostly limited to set-piece situations. (conf 0.4)

Shot selection50

Rarely shoots, sensible when he does venture forward on set plays. (conf 0.4)

Off-ball movement62

Positions intelligently at set pieces but not a major attacking threat. (conf 0.5)

Set-piece shot45

Not a designated set-piece taker, occasional aerial presence in the box. (conf 0.4)

Duels

Aerial84

Strong, well-timed jumper who dominates crosses and defensive set pieces. (conf 0.75)

Ground duels83

Excellent timing in tackles, wins the ball cleanly rather than fouling. (conf 0.75)

Defense

Pressing intensity79

Engages proactively as part of PSG's aggressive high defensive line. (conf 0.65)

Defensive disruption82

Reads interceptions well, stepping into passing lanes to snuff out attacks. (conf 0.7)

Defensive positioning85

Excellent spatial awareness and line management as PSG's primary center-back. (conf 0.8)

Mental

Composure84

Calm under pressure, rarely rattled even in high-stakes Champions League nights. (conf 0.75)

Decision making80

Sound judgment on when to step, cover, or play out from the back. (conf 0.7)

Work rate80

Consistent defensive effort matching PSG's demanding tactical intensity. (conf 0.65)

Resilience

Injury reliability72

Generally available with no major long-term injury history so far. (conf 0.55)

Outlook

Potential82

Still in his mid-20s with room to grow into a top-tier world-class center-back. (conf 0.7)

Reputation72

Rising profile after a big-money move to PSG and Champions League success. (conf 0.65)

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Scouting Report & Player Insights

Willian Pacho is an Ecuadorian center-back who established himself as a starting centre-half for Paris Saint-Germain after joining from Eintracht Frankfurt. He combines strong recovery pace with composed ball-playing ability, reading the game well to intercept and break up opposition attacks. Physically imposing in the air and disciplined positionally, he has quickly become a key defensive pillar in PSG's high-line system under Luis Enrique.

Moved from Eintracht Frankfurt to Paris Saint-Germain in a big-money transfer.

Became a first-choice centre-back for PSG during their Champions League run.

Regular starter for the Ecuador national team.

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