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Ignacio "Nacho" Gil de Pareja Vicent (born 9 September 1995) is a Spanish professional footballer who plays for Primera Federación club Tenerife. Primarily an attacking midfielder, he can also play as a left winger.

Key Information

Formed at Valencia, he made 22 La Liga appearances for them and for Las Palmas, while playing over 100 Segunda División games for three clubs.

Career

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Valencia

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Born in Valencia, Gil joined hometown club Valencia CF's youth setup in 2002 at the age of seven.[2] He made his senior debut with the reserves on 5 January 2014, starting in a 1–0 Segunda División B away loss against CE L'Hospitalet.[3]

Gil was promoted to the B team ahead of the 2014–15 season, and scored his first senior goal on 7 December 2014 in a 1–0 away win over CF Reus Deportiu.[4] He featured regularly for the side the following years, whilst being utilised as a forward during the 2016–17 campaign.[2]

Gil had a loan move to Deportivo Alavés cancelled. He rejected an offer from Villarreal CF in August 2016,[5] but submitted a transfer request to his parent club in January 2017, which was refused.[6] Shortly after, he was called up to train with the main squad by manager Voro.[2]

Gil made his first-team and La Liga debut on 25 February 2017, coming on as a late substitute for Mario Suárez in a 2–1 away defeat to Alavés.[7] On 4 May, he renewed his contract until 2020.[8]

On 25 January 2018, Gil was loaned to UD Las Palmas of the same league for six months.[9] On 10 September, he moved to Segunda División's Elche CF also in a temporary deal.[10]

Ponferradina

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Gil terminated his contract with Valencia on 19 July 2019,[11] and signed for second division team SD Ponferradina just hours later.[12]

He played 35 matches in all competitions during his spell,[13] scoring his only goal on 22 December 2019 in the 3–2 away victory against UD Almería.[14]

Cartagena

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On 18 August 2020, agreed to a two-year deal at FC Cartagena, newly promoted to the second tier.[15] He scored once – in a 4–1 loss at Sporting de Gijón on 26 March 2022[16]– also being sent off as a late substitute in a 1–0 away win over league leaders UD Almería on 2 January that year.[17]

Gil was released at the end of his contract in June 2022, as the club declined an extension.[18]

New England Revolution

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On 18 August 2022, Gil joined New England Revolution of Major League Soccer.[19] He made his debut on 10 September as a late substitute in a 2–1 loss at the New York Red Bulls.[20]

Gil signed a new two-year deal on 5 January 2023, with a one-year option for 2025.[21] He missed the first five months of the 2023 season due to a knee injury, returning to action on 26 July in the 5–1 away win over Atlético San Luis in the group stage of the Leagues Cup, replacing Noel Buck after 63 minutes.[22]

Gil scored his first goal for the club on 1 March 2024, in a 3–0 victory against Club Atlético Independiente in the round of 32 of the CONCACAF Champions Cup.[23] His only in the MLS came 22 days later, in the 1–1 home draw with Chicago Fire FC.[24]

Gil was not offered a new contract at the end of the 2024 campaign.[25]

Later career

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Following a brief spell with Volos F.C. in the Super League Greece, Gil returned to Spain on 16 July 2025, signing a two-year deal with Primera Federación side CD Tenerife.[26]

Personal life

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Gil's elder brother, Carles, was also a footballer and an attacking midfielder. He also came through at Valencia, and the pair were teammates at New England.[27]

Career statistics

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As of match played 22 May 2025[28][29]
Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
Club Season League National cup Continental Other Total
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
Valencia B 2013–14 Segunda División B 1 0 1 0
2014–15 Segunda División B 32 5 32 5
2015–16 Segunda División B 26 3 26 3
2016–17 Segunda División B 30 7 5[a] 1 35 8
2017–18 Segunda División B 1 0 1 0
Total 90 15 0 0 0 0 5 1 95 16
Valencia 2015–16 La Liga 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
2016–17 La Liga 2 0 0 0 2 0
2017–18 La Liga 6 0 4 0 10 0
Total 8 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 12 0
Las Palmas (loan) 2017–18 La Liga 14 0 0 0 14 0
Elche (loan) 2018–19 Segunda División 11 2 0 0 11 2
Ponferradina 2019–20 Segunda División 34 1 1 0 35 1
Cartagena 2020–21 Segunda División 35 0 1 0 36 0
2021–22 Segunda División 21 1 3 0 24 1
Total 56 1 4 0 0 0 0 0 60 1
New England Revolution 2022 Major League Soccer 4 0 0 0 0 0 4 0
2023 Major League Soccer 9 0 0 0 4[b] 0 13 0
2024 Major League Soccer 17 1 5[c] 1 0 0 22 2
Total 30 1 0 0 5 1 4 0 39 2
Volos 2024–25 Super League Greece 17 2 17 2
Career total 226 22 9 0 5 1 9 1 283 24
  1. ^ Appearances in Segunda División B play-offs
  2. ^ Three appearances in Leagues Cup, one appearance in MLS Cup playoffs
  3. ^ Appearances in CONCACAF Champions Cup

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from Grokipedia
Ignacio "Nacho" Gil de Pareja Vicent (born 9 September 1995) is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a left winger for in Spain's . Standing at 1.70 meters tall and right-footed, Gil is known for his versatility, capable of playing on either wing or as an attacking . He is the younger brother of , a fellow professional footballer and captain of the in . Gil began his career in Valencia CF's youth academy, progressing to the reserve team Valencia B in 2014, where he made 95 appearances and scored 16 goals over three seasons in the Tercera División. He debuted for Valencia's first team in La Liga on 25 February 2017 against Deportivo Alavés, going on to make 8 appearances in La Liga for the club, primarily as a substitute, and recording one assist. In the 2017–18 season, he was loaned to UD Las Palmas in La Liga, featuring in 14 matches with eight starts but no goals. He was then loaned to Elche CF in the 2018–19 Segunda División, scoring two goals in 11 appearances. Following his time at Valencia, Gil's career took him through several clubs in Spain's . He signed permanently with in 2019–20, where he played 35 matches and contributed one goal and one assist. From 2020 to 2022, he spent two seasons with , accumulating 60 appearances, one goal, and two assists in the second tier. In August 2022, Gil moved abroad to join the in MLS, where he made 24 league appearances over parts of three seasons (2022–2024), scoring one goal and providing three assists while starting 15 matches. After a stint with Volos NFC in the Greek Super League from January to May 2025, he returned to on a free transfer to , signing a two-year contract until June 2027; as of November 2025, in the 2025–26 season, he has made 13 appearances across all competitions, scoring 4 goals and adding 2 assists.

Early life and youth career

Family and background

Ignacio Gil de Pareja Vicent, commonly known as Nacho Gil, was born on 9 September 1995 in , . Gil comes from a football-focused family, notably as the younger brother of , a professional attacking midfielder who captains in . This familial connection provided early exposure to the sport, with the brothers sharing a passion for football amid Valencia's vibrant club scene, particularly influenced by . Physically, Gil stands at 1.70 meters tall and is right-footed, attributes that shaped his development as a versatile left winger during his youth.

Valencia youth system

Nacho Gil joined Valencia CF's youth academy in 2002 at the age of seven, beginning a formative period in his development as a footballer. Over the subsequent 12 years, he progressed through the club's renowned youth system, primarily playing as a winger or attacking midfielder while cultivating technical proficiency, speed, and positional versatility. His older brother had also emerged from the same academy. In 2014, Gil earned promotion to Valencia's reserve side, Valencia B, ahead of the 2014–15 season in the , marking his transition toward senior-level play. He made his debut for Valencia B on , 2014, accumulating essential competitive experience in Spain's lower divisions during his initial appearances.

Club career

Valencia CF

Nacho Gil signed his first professional contract with in 2014, transitioning from the club's youth academy to the B team in the . Building on his development in the Valencia youth system, Gil earned promotion to the senior squad and made his first-team debut on 25 February 2017, entering as a late substitute in a 2–1 away defeat to . Over the 2017–2019 seasons, he accumulated 8 appearances for Valencia's first team in La Liga, recording 1 assist but no goals. To gain more playing time amid intense competition in Valencia's star-studded midfield, Gil was loaned to UD Las Palmas in January 2018 for the remainder of the 2017–18 La Liga campaign, where he featured in 14 matches without scoring; the team was ultimately relegated to the Segunda División. Gil's loan spell continued in August 2018 with in the , during which he made 11 appearances and scored 2 goals, aiding the side's competitive push for promotion before they finished 11th in the table. These loans were part of Valencia's strategy to develop Gil further in competitive environments, given the depth of talent in their first-team roster that limited his opportunities.

SD Ponferradina

On 19 July 2019, Nacho Gil terminated his contract with and signed a two-year deal with side on a free transfer. He primarily played as a left winger during the 2019–20 season, making 34 league appearances with 31 starts, while recording 1 goal and 3 assists across 2,291 minutes. Gil made his debut for Ponferradina on 17 August 2019, starting in a 3–1 away loss to in the season opener. His sole goal came on 22 December 2019, during a 3–2 defeat at , while his assists contributed to several draws, including a 1–1 result against on 1 November 2019 and a 0–0 stalemate with on 8 March 2020. His prior loan spell at in 2018–19 had prepared him for the consistent starting role he earned at Ponferradina. Under manager Jon Pérez 'Bolo', Ponferradina achieved a mid-table finish, ending the interrupted campaign in 18th place with 47 points from 42 matches, safely avoiding relegation amid the pandemic's impact on the league. Gil also featured briefly in the , playing 31 minutes in a first-round extra-time loss to Peña Deportiva on 19 December 2019. Gil departed Ponferradina in August 2020, joining on a free transfer after one season with the club.

FC Cartagena

On 18 August 2020, following 's promotion to the , Nacho Gil signed a two-year contract with the club as a . In the 2020–21 season, Gil made 35 league appearances, starting 21 matches and logging 1,864 minutes, while recording 1 assist but no goals; his contributions helped Cartagena finish 19th and secure survival in the second tier. During the 2021–22 campaign, he featured in 21 league games, starting 13 and accumulating 971 minutes, scoring his only goal for the club on 26 March 2022 in a 4–1 loss to . Over the two seasons, Gil totaled 60 appearances across all competitions, with 1 goal and 2 assists, including one in the . Gil's versatility as a left winger and attacking enabled rotation in the forward line amid a demanding schedule, supporting Cartagena's efforts to avoid relegation each year, including a 17th-place finish in 2021–22. Drawing briefly on his prior experience at in sustaining second-tier status, Gil adapted effectively to the newly promoted environment at Cartagena. Gil left the club as a upon his contract's expiration on 1 July 2022, pursuing international opportunities.

New England Revolution

Nacho Gil joined the on August 23, 2022, signing as a to a one-year contract through the end of the 2022 MLS season. The transfer reunited him with his older brother, , the team's captain and Designated Player, fostering immediate family support and enhanced on-field coordination between the siblings. On January 5, 2023, Gil re-signed with the club to a two-year deal through the 2024 season, including a club option for 2025. Across his tenure, Gil appeared in 30 MLS regular season matches for the Revolution, recording 1 goal and 3 assists while helping the team qualify for the playoffs in both 2022 and 2023. He made his MLS debut on September 10, 2022, in a home win over Toronto FC, starting in two of his four appearances that year. In 2023, Gil featured in 9 regular season games with 2 assists and added 1 playoff appearance as the Revolution advanced to the wild card round. His lone MLS goal arrived on March 23, 2024, equalizing against the Chicago Fire in a 1-1 draw at Gillette Stadium by converting a rebound in stoppage time of the first half. The 2024 season brought challenges for Gil, who sustained a meniscus injury in late April during a match against Inter Miami CF, causing him to miss four months of action. Upon returning in August, he made 17 regular season appearances (6 starts), contributing 1 goal and 1 assist amid the team's struggles that prevented a playoff berth. In the 2024 Concacaf Champions Cup, Gil started all 5 matches, scoring his first goal for the club on February 29 against CA Independiente in a 3-0 second-leg win that advanced New England to the round of 16, along with 1 assist. Head coach commended Gil as a "talented wide attacking player" whose technical skills and teamwork bolstered the squad's depth. Gil's diligent work rate and precise crossing were highlighted as valuable assets in supporting the Revolution's attacking transitions. Following the 2024 season, the club declined the option on his contract, leading to his release on November 25, 2024.

Volos FC

In January 2025, Nacho Gil joined Volos NFC on a free transfer from New England Revolution, signing a contract until July 2025. His prior experience in Major League Soccer facilitated a relatively quick integration into the Greek Super League environment. During the second half of the 2024–25 season, Gil made 17 appearances across the regular season and play-out phase, scoring 2 goals and recording 1 assist while accumulating over 1,300 minutes on the pitch. As a left winger, he contributed width and creativity on the flank, particularly in the relegation play-out group where Volos NFC competed to secure their top-flight status. Gil's goals came late in the campaign, with strikes against PAS Lamia on April 23, 2025, and Panserraikos on April 28, 2025, during the play-out matches that helped stabilize Volos in mid-table of the group. Volos NFC ultimately avoided relegation, finishing 11th overall in the Super League standings. Gil departed Volos NFC as a free agent in July 2025, returning to Spain in search of opportunities closer to home.

CD Tenerife

In July 2025, Nacho Gil returned to Spanish football by signing a two-year contract with , a club competing in the , Spain's third tier. The free transfer from was announced on 16 July, marking him as the team's eleventh addition for the 2025–26 season and positioning him primarily as a left winger to bolster the attack. His signing was praised for bringing versatility, technical skill, and pedigree from his youth academy days, with club officials highlighting his ability to provide creative solutions, quick changes of pace, and disruption to defenses. Gil's integration into the squad has emphasized his experience and creativity, adding maturity to a side aiming for promotion back to the after a challenging previous campaign. At age 30, he offers potential leadership in the forward line, drawing on tactical acumen developed through prior stints in . As of 2025, he has made 12 appearances in the Group 1, scoring 3 goals and providing 2 assists while accumulating 1,033 minutes, including key strikes in early wins against and . He also contributed a penalty goal in a 4–0 victory over RSD Alcalá in October. The move represented a personal homecoming for Gil, who cited the historic stature of and its ambitious project as primary motivations, noting the club's inevitable return to higher divisions. Having previously played in the with , he expressed enthusiasm for reconnecting with Spanish football closer to his roots and family. Gil's contract runs until June 2027, with opportunities for extension contingent on his form and the team's promotion push.

Career statistics and honors

Career statistics

Nacho Gil has amassed approximately 200 senior appearances across various leagues and competitions throughout his professional career, with totals reflecting his contributions in , , MLS, Greek Super League, and lower divisions as of November 20, 2025. His statistics include limited goal-scoring output but consistent involvement as a winger and , with assists tracked where available from official aggregates. Note that a meniscus injury in 2024 caused him to miss approximately four months during his time with the , impacting his seasonal totals.

Valencia B (2014–2017)

Nacho Gil began his senior-level play with Valencia's reserve team in Spain's Segunda División B.
SeasonCompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssists
TotalSegunda División B95166
Totals for Valencia B across all competitions: 95 appearances, 16 goals, 6 assists.

Valencia CF (2017–2019)

Gil made his La Liga debut with Valencia's first team, appearing sparingly in league play while also featuring in domestic cups.
SeasonCompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssists
2016–17La Liga200
2017–18La Liga601
2017–18400
League totals: 8 appearances, 0 goals, 1 assist. Overall club totals: 12 appearances, 0 goals, 1 assist.

UD Las Palmas (2017–2018)

Gil was loaned to in the second half of the season.
SeasonCompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssists
2017–18La Liga1400
Overall club totals across all competitions: 14 appearances, 0 goals, 0 assists.

Elche CF (2018–2019)

Gil joined on loan in the season.
SeasonCompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssists
2018–19Segunda División1121
Overall club totals across all competitions: 11 appearances, 2 goals, 1 assist.

SD Ponferradina (2019–2020)

On loan then permanent, Gil played a full season in the , contributing regularly.
SeasonCompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssists
2019–203411
Overall club totals across all competitions: 35 appearances, 1 goal, 1 assist.

FC Cartagena (2020–2022)

Gil joined Cartagena in the Segunda División, providing depth over two seasons.
SeasonCompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssists
2020–21Segunda División3501
2021–22Segunda División2110
League totals: 56 appearances, 1 goal, 1 assist. Overall club totals: 60 appearances, 1 goal, 2 assists.

New England Revolution (2022–2024)

Gil transitioned to , appearing in league matches, , , and other competitions despite the 2024 injury.
SeasonCompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssists
2022MLS400
2023MLS902
2024MLS1711
VariousCups/Playoffs (2022–2024)911
League totals: 30 appearances, 1 goal, 3 assists. Overall club totals: 39 appearances, 2 goals, 4 assists.

Volos FC (2024–2025)

Gil moved to the Greek Super League for the 2024–25 season, featuring prominently before departing.
SeasonCompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssists
2024–25Super League Greece1721
Overall club totals: 17 appearances, 2 goals, 1 assist.

CD Tenerife (2025–present)

As of November 20, 2025, Gil has started the 2025–26 season in Spain's Primera Federación.
SeasonCompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssists
2025–26 - Gr. I1232
2025–26110
Overall club totals: 13 appearances, 4 goals, 2 assists.

Overall Senior Career Totals

Across all senior clubs and competitions (excluding B): Approximately 205 appearances, 12 goals, 12 assists as of November 20, 2025. Including play, totals exceed 290 appearances and 27 goals.

Honors

Throughout his professional career, Nacho Gil has been part of teams with limited major accolades, focusing primarily on consistent performances in Spain's second tier and without securing promotions, league titles, or cup victories at the senior level. One notable team participation came during the 2023–24 season with the , where Gil made five starts in the and contributed one goal and one assist as the team advanced to the round of 16 before elimination on penalties against Pumas UNAM. Earlier, on loan to in the second half of the season, Gil appeared in 14 matches as the club suffered relegation to the , finishing 18th with 34 points. Gil has not received any major individual awards, though his development in CF's from 2002 to 2015 highlighted his early promise as a winger without documented regional titles at the non-professional level. As of November 2025, his stints with in the 2024–25 Greek Super League (relegation group avoidance) and in the 2025–26 have yielded no additional team honors or personal recognitions.

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