Orlando Gill receives jersey offer after Paraguay's World Cup win
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 5:04 AM
Last updated Jul 3, 2026
Orlando Gill, the Paraguayan goalkeeper, sold his jersey years ago to cover medical expenses for his premature son. Following Paraguay's victory over Germany in the World Cup Round of 16, the jersey's buyer, Pedro Suarez, has offered to return it to Gill for free, contingent on Paraguay defeating France in the next match. Gill, making his World Cup debut, expressed pride in his team after the penalty shootout win against Germany. Paraguay is set to play France on July 4.
- •Gill sold his jersey to pay for his son's medical bills.
- •Paraguay won against Germany 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw.
- •Suarez offered to return the jersey if Paraguay beats France.
- •Paraguay's next match is against France on July 4.
- 5:04 AMYahoo Sports — Orlando Gill Sold His Jersey to Pay for His Premature Newborn's Medical Bills. Now, the Buyer Is Offering It Back After Paraguay's World Cup Win
"The Paraguayan goalkeeper made his FIFA World Cup debut years after selling his possessions to help his newborn son
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