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Willian Pacho returns to PSG training after World Cup 2026

From El Comercio · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Ecuadorian defender Willian Pacho has returned to Paris Saint-Germain training on July 31 after participating in the 2026 World Cup and taking a vacation.
  • Pacho rejoined his teammates under coach Luis Enrique, participating in physical, ball, and tactical drills as the team prepares for the new season.
  • The article highlights Pacho's importance to PSG, his stats with the club, and his contributions to their recent successes, including multiple Champions League and Ligue 1 titles.

Willian Pacho is back at Paris Saint-Germain, rejoining training on July 31 after representing Ecuador in the 2026 World Cup and enjoying a vacation in his home country. The Ecuadorian defender, a key player for the French champions, was welcomed back with enthusiasm by the club.

PSG shared photos and videos of Pacho's return on social media, with their Spanish account posting a warm message: "Pachito is back and we missed you, ñaño." Pacho himself described his first training session back as "sensational" and expressed feeling very well.

During training, Pacho engaged in physical exercises, ball work, and tactical sessions under coach Luis Enrique. He was also publicly praised by teammate Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, who called Pacho "the best person in football." The club's shared images showed the positive atmosphere within the team.

Pacho arrives at PSG after playing a significant role in Ecuador's World Cup campaign, featuring in all their matches. Following the tournament, he took time off in Ecuador, where he was seen attending an Independiente del Valle match. This marks Pacho's third season with PSG, where he has established himself as a crucial defender, contributing to numerous titles including two Champions Leagues and two Ligue 1 championships.

Sensacional

— Willian PachoPacho described his first training session back.
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Originally published by El Comercio in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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