PSG v Arsenal: Pacho opens up on Paris, the final and Luis Enrique | OneFootball

Willian Pacho, the 24-year-old Paris Saint-Germain defender, spoke in the mixed zone this Wednesday as part of Media Day to discuss the 2025-2026 Champions League final on Saturday, May 30 against Arsenal.

Pacho: “I would give my life for Paris.”

Happy in Paris?

Yes, I would give my life for Paris. Since my first day here, I have felt very welcome. The supporters too, incredible. I will always give my best for this club, because they trusted me from the very beginning.

Since the club gave me its trust, it gave me the chance to represent it. I am very happy to have the hope of playing in a second Champions League final.

Pacho: “It’s special.”

What does it mean to represent Paris in a Champions League final?

I think it represents much more than Paris, it’s French football. We are the representatives and we are here to bring the title home.

The supporters?

Here, the number of supporters we have at matches is incredible. In the semi-final away against Bayern, we could feel that joy. It’s special. When I arrived at PSG, I didn’t expect that, to see every time how they sing at every match. It motivates me to give the best of myself.

Pacho: “It will be an exciting final.”

A big final to play?

We have a great team, a great coach, a great club, with very clear ideas. That is what motivates us to want to play, along with the results. It will be an exciting final.

Do you feel you can be one of the best teams in history to win the Champions League?

Reaching a Champions League final is difficult, but having another chance to win a second one is even better. I am very happy about that. We are preparing for it, we are focused.

Pacho: “He says things clearly. He knows how to give confidence.”

Luis Enrique’s impact?

It’s enormous. He has very clear ideas, he says things clearly. He knows how to give confidence. We know what we have to do and we are always looking to improve. It’s a great opportunity for us. It gives us the motivation to win.

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