In just his second match with the Guatemala National Team, William Jehú Fajardo Montenegro has already left his mark. In the 40th minute of the friendly against the Czech Republic, the 25-year-old forward appeared in the area after a defensive lack of attention from the rival and finished with power to send the ball into the back of the net. The goal meant a temporary 1-1 draw.
Although Guatemala finally fell 3-1, Fajardo’s score stood out in the match and confirmed the good moment that the player born in Sanarate, El Progreso, is going through.
His call for the FIFA Date in June was not coincidental. During the 2026 Clausura Tournament, Fajardo established himself as the top Guatemalan scorer in the championship by scoring 11 goals in 20 games with Atlético Mictlán, in addition to registering an assist.
In the entire 2025-2026 season, he accumulated 13 goals in 41 games, figures that earned him the call of Luis Fernando Tena and positioned him as one of the offensive alternatives of the National Team.
Career and present
Born on January 26, 2001 in Sanarate, El Progreso, William Jehú Fajardo Montenegro measures 1.78 meters and plays with a right profile.
Trained in the basic forces of Deportivo Sanarate, he has developed his career with teams such as Comunicaciones, Achuapa, Guastatoya and Atlético Mictlán.
In July 2025 he joined Atlético Mictlán, where he went through the best moment of his professional career. His performance in the Clausura 2026 opened the doors of the National Team and also allowed him to take a step forward in his career: in May 2026, Antigua GFC announced him as one of its reinforcements for the 2026-2027 season.
International career
- Debut with the National Team: 2024, against El Salvador, in a friendly match.
- First goal with the National Team: June 4, 2026, against the Czech Republic, at minute 40.
With two appearances and one goal with the Blue and White, Fajardo is part of the new generation of forwards that seeks to consolidate itself in the National Team process.
Playing style
He can play on the right wing, as a left winger or as a midfielder. He stands out for his mobility, ability to define and contribute to offensive tasks.
At 25 years old, he arrives at Antigua GFC at an important moment in his career, with the aim of maintaining his performance and remaining in the consideration of the National Team coaching staff.
