The Paraguay hero who sold his kit when his son was born
Summary
Orlando Gill, a 26-year-old goalkeeper, helped Paraguay win a World Cup knockout match against Germany by saving two penalty shots. Before becoming a key player, he faced serious family struggles, including selling his soccer gear to cover expenses when his son was born prematurely.Key Facts
- Orlando Gill is 6 feet 6 inches tall and plays as a goalkeeper for Paraguay.
- He saved two penalties to secure Paraguay’s second-ever World Cup knockout win.
- Gill had only played three senior club games before January 2025.
- His son was born prematurely with health complications, leading Gill to sell his soccer equipment to help his family.
- Gill started his career with Paraguayan youth clubs Club 13 de Junio and CS San Lorenzo.
- In 2024, he was loaned to the Argentine club San Lorenzo and became a first-team player in 2025.
- He made his senior debut for Paraguay in September 2025 and became the first-choice goalkeeper for the World Cup.
- Gill was named player of the match after the win over Germany and dedicated the award to his family, especially his nephew who is hospitalized.
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