Willian Pacho
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Secures six clearances
Pacho recorded one tackle (one won), six clearances and four interceptions in Thursday's 2-1 victory versus Germany.
Analysis: Pacho was heavily involved defensively against Germany on Thursday, finishing the 2-1 win with six clearances, a tackle, and two blocks. The two‑time UCL winner has been a stabilizing force for Ecuador throughout the group stage, with the team conceding only two goals across three matches while he contributed four tackles, seven interceptions, 18 recoveries, and 16 clearances, underscoring how essential the defender has been to the back line.
Active match in loss
Willian Pacho recorded one tackle (zero won), five clearances and two interceptions in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Cote D'ivoire.
Analysis: Pacho had a busy match as the left-sided center back against an athletic Cote d'Ivoire attack that pressured the Ecuador defense throughout. He came close to contributing to a clean sheet before Cote d'Ivoire found a 90th-minute winner. Pacho led all players with 92 touches on the ball in a match that was nearly even in possession, reflecting the fast-paced nature of the attack he faced. He will likely have hoped to make a more direct impact on the attacking side off set pieces but was unable to do so. His next match against Curacao, who lost 7-1 to Germany in their opener and are the smallest country to ever qualify for the World Cup, presents a more favorable opportunity for him and the rest of the Ecuador defense to secure a clean sheet.
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