PSG v Tottenham: Pacho praises goals, character and Marquinhos

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·27 November 2025

PSG v Tottenham: Pacho praises goals, character and Marquinhos

Willian Pacho, a 24-year-old defender from Paris Saint-Germain, stopped in the mixed zone after the 5-3 victory against Tottenham (PSG/Tottenham video summary) this Wednesday at the Parc des Princes as part of the 5th matchday of the 2025-2026 Champions League. He reflected on this victory with positives to highlight, but also points to improve. The Ecuadorian also talked about his second goal this season and Marquinhos' 500th match (31-year-old defender and captain).

Pacho "it's our identity."

A great evening? Many things happened in this match, both good and not so good... But the most important thing is to always have the same intensity, it's our identity. It's a very important victory for us to stay at the top of the standings. Vitinha? He is incredible. His level is impressive. He helped us a lot in this tough match. He is an exceptional player who always helps the team, both defensively and offensively.

Pacho "We must not lose this desire to improve every day, every minute."

More variety in attack? We always try to improve, to create opportunities. We've had many injuries, but those who come in are always there, they adapt to our game, and it shows that we are a very complete team. Already a second goal this season? It's thanks to the team as well. I believe they have helped me a lot to have this confidence, to keep improving. We all want to score, to win every match, it's important. We must not lose this desire to improve every day, every minute. Conceding three goals? As a defender, I don't like that. We need to correct it, continue to improve personally and collectively.

Pacho "I couldn't have had a better captain than him."

Marquinhos? I am very happy. 500 matches, I imagine he has had good and bad moments, but it's important to see the quality of the person he is. I couldn't have had a better captain than him. I try to learn from him, every minute, every match, because he is an exceptional person. The contract extension? It's not the time. We'll see later," comments relayed by Le Figaro.

It's good to see the high standards of Pacho and PSG. Victory is always important to savor. The Parisians achieved great things and can be proud of their ability to respond to more difficult moments. However, there were indeed mistakes and too many goals conceded. It's possible to do better, and there must be a willingness to work to improve further.

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We can rely on the mentality of coach Luis Enrique, who is not one to rest on his laurels. He has been repeating since this summer that the goal is to progress and win again. Pacho has clearly received the message well. This also aligns with his usual determination. It is evident when discussing the goals conceded, which are hard for the defender to digest.

However, we should not overlook the positives. Pacho and his team won, with a new goal from the defender who hadn't scored last season. This is interesting for him, but also for a group that knows it can count on everyone, including their captain, praised by all his teammates and staff despite outside criticism.

Finally, it's noted that Pacho didn't want to talk about his contract after a Champions League victory. It's commendable; it's not the right time.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇫🇷 here.