World Cup 2026: Paraguay goalkeeper Orlando Gill getting jersey back that he sold for son's medical expenses

World Cup 2026: Paraguay goalkeeper Orlando Gill’s story underscores how sport can intersect with personal sacrifice. Gill, 26, made two saves in the penalty shootout on Monday as Paraguay upset Germany in the Round of 32 and advanced to the Round of 16. The South American side had last reached the World Cup quarterfinals in 2010, and after opening with a loss to the United States, rebounded by beating Türkiye and drawing Australia to qualify. The week’s renewed focus follows revelations from his partner, Melissa Avalos, who said Gill sold personal items—including his U20 jersey—to cover costly medical care for their son Lautaro, born prematurely in December 2022. A friend, Pedro Suárez, bought the jersey for 200,000 guarani ($32.90). Paraguay next face France on Saturday.