JON PACHECO NEWS

Signs contract extension until 2030 Pacheco has signed a contract extension, keeping him at the team until 2030, as announced by the club.

Impact Pacheco has seen reduced playing time this season due to injury and competition from newcomer Nayef Aguerd. However, with his recent contract renewal, the club has expressed confidence in his abilities for the future. This season, he has contributed 29 clearances, 14 tackles, nine interceptions, and two clean sheets in 11 appearances.

DECEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available vs. Celta Pacheco (groin) is in the squad for Saturday's game against Celta Vigo.

Impact Pacheco missed the match vs. Las Palmas due to a groin problem, but it seems he's healthy enough to be an option for this game. That said, he hasn't started a Liga match since October, so he's not likely to have a big role in his return to the squad.

DECEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers groin injury Pacheco is out for Sunday's match against Las Palmas, according to manager Imanol Alguacil. "Well, you know that Jon came with an overload in the adductor. [Saturday] he was able t...

Impact Pacheco is out after a groin injury but appears to only be facing a minor absence. He will miss out Sunday but is expected to be fit by their next match when facing Celta Vigo on Jan. 21. He has not started since late October, so this is a minor absence.

DECEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Plays full game against Getafe Pacheco recorded two tackles (one won), 12 clearances and one interception in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Getafe.

Impact Pacheco had a dominant defensive performance and also made two blocks. Having started all four games this season, he has accumulated 19 clearances, three tackles, and three interceptions. Pacheco has retained his strong form from the Olympics, where he won a gold medal with Spain.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winner against Alaves Pacheco scored a goal off three shots (two on target), made two tackles (both won) and five clearances, helped his side to keep a clean sheet and was shown a yellow card during Sun...

Impact Pacheco had a rock-solid defensive performance and was even better on the attacking end as he headed home a corner kick from the right to score the game-winning goal for Sociedad just before the hour mark. This was the first career La Liga goal for the center-back, who's quietly becoming an important piece of the squad, as he was part of the starting XI in seven of the last 12 matches.

APRIL 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible after suspension Pacheco has completed his one-game ban and is eligible to face Cadiz on Friday.

Impact Pacheco came off the bench in the UCL match against PSG last Tuesday, and given the team is almost at full strength defensively, don't be surprised if Pacheco moves back to a bench role on a permanent basis with Robin Le Normand and Igor Zubeldia being fit and available.

MARCH 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Earns yellow-card suspension Pacheco picked up his fifth yellow card of the season in Saturday's 3-2 loss to Sevilla while also racking up two tackles and two clearances. As a result, he'll be suspended to fac...

Impact Pacheco has been starting regularly in recent weeks for Real Sociedad, featuring in the XI in six of the team's last seven league outings, but that streak will come to an end due to his yellow-card accumulation. Pacheco's next chance to play in LaLiga will come against Cadiz on March 15, but the defender will also be an option to face PSG in the UEFA Champions League this Tuesday.

MARCH 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists late winner Sunday Pacheco assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 2-1 win over Mallorca. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 77th minute.

Impact Pacheco recorded his first goal contribution of the season Sunday as his cross in the 93rd minute was finished by Mikel Merino to take the 2-1 lead. It was one of the three chances he created in the match, his first three of the season. He also picked up a yellow card for a bad foul, his fourth of the season which puts him one away from a suspension.

FEBRUARY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Rigid in defense Jon Pacheco recorded four tackles (three won), three clearances and one interception in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Rayo Vallecano. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 9...

Impact Pacheco is making the most of his opportunity after missing time earlier this season due to injury. Now considered fully healthy, he has started and played 90 minutes in two successive matches. Sociedad did not allow a goal in either match, and Pacheco's performance was key in each instance. Over his last two matches, Pacheco has recorded six tackles (four won), one interception, and eight clearances.

JANUARY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Making trip for Saturday Pacheco (hamstring) is ready to go for Saturday's trip to Almeria, according to manager Imanol Alguacil per Marca.

Impact Pacheco had missed the last two matches with a hamstring injury and looks to be good to go for Saturday. He will likely start on the bench at minimum, with Aritz Elustondo and Robin Le Normand the pair to start at center back Saturday.

NOVEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets minutes Wednesday Jon Pacheco had one clearance in Wednesday's 1-1 draw against Inter Milan.

Impact Pacheco has not been getting much playing time, coming off the bench just twice in five matches while playing just 17 minutes of play. He totaled 12 starts in 17 appearances during the 2022/23 campaign, recording an assist in that span.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in season finale Pacheco made seven clearances and two interceptions in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Sevilla.

Impact Pacheco kept four clean sheets in 17 La Liga appearances (12 starts) this campaign as his club finished in the top-four and clinched Champions League football for next season, and he also grabbed his first ever assist in league play against Almeria in May. The 22-year-old might have surpassed Aritz Elustondo in Sociedad's center-back depth chart, but he's still definitively a backup to Robin Le Normand and Igor Zubeldia in the position.

JUNE 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records crucial assist Pacheco assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Tuesday's win over Almeria.

Impact Pacheco logged the assist to Real Sociedad's only goal, scored by Takefusa Kubo. Along with Sociedad maintaining a clean sheet Tuesday, Pacheco helped maximize the team's chances of logging Champions League action next season, as Villarreal can no longer slip to earn a top-four spot.

MAY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Started Saturday Jon Pacheco recorded four clearances in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Getafe.

Impact Jon Pacheco made his first start since March 12, totaling just four clearances Saturday. He has mostly been an unused sub, not appearing in 19 matches this year, making just nine starts in 11 appearances in the league.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available as expected Pacheco was an unused substitute during Saturday's 1-0 loss to Valencia.

Impact Pacheco went unused during the loss Saturday, remaining on the bench throughout. The defender has been out for over a month but is now looking for a full return to the first team. Even when fully fit Pacheco is a depth option at best.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Should be available for weekend Pacheco (undisclosed) was called up by Real Sociedad for Saturday's clash against Valencia.

Impact Pacheco has been out for more than a month due to injury, but he's been called up to the squad to take on Valencia on Saturday. Even if fit, he's likely the backup to Robin Le Normand and Igor Zubeldia in central defense.

FEBRUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful Sunday Pacheco (undisclosed) is a doubt for Sunday's trip to Real Madrid, Marca reports.

Impact Pacheco is a doubt for Sunday's clash and has yet to feature since returning from the World Cup break. The defender will likely be sidelined once more, giving Robin Le Normand another likely start.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Becomes important defender Pacheco conceded a yellow card during Sunday's 2-0 loss to Real Betis.

Impact Pacheco has been in the lineup for two straight losses but more importantly has started in 10 of the last 13 games. This season has represented his first chance to regularly contribute to the first team and he hasn't wasted the chance granted to him by a host of early-season injuries. Going forward, it wouldn't be surprising to see Pacheco continue to play and push Igor Zubeldia or Robin Le Normand out of the lineup in a club that gives more chances to its best young players.

NOVEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Extends contract with Sociedad Pacheco has signed a five-year contract extension with Real Sociedad, the club announced Friday.

Impact Pacheco has made 17 appearances for Sociedad's senior team throughout his career, including 10 La Liga games (four starts) last season in central defense. The 21-year-old has now signed on with the club through the 2026/27 campaign.

JULY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench in season finale Pacheco was an unused substitute in last weekend's defeat against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Pacheco made 10 La Liga appearances (four starts) in his first full campaign with Sociedad's senior team, and the 21-year-old will want to continue getting opportunities in central defense next season.

MAY 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in loss Pacheco made five clearances during the first half of Saturday's 4-1 loss to Real Madrid.

Impact Pacheco has started three straight league matches even with most of the available center-backs fit enough to play. As he was pulled at halftime of Saturday's loss, he may not be ready to face the top sides, but he could stick around against Deportivo Alaves, which have now scored the fewest goals in La Liga.

MARCH 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE