Paraguay knock Germany out of World Cup 2026 on penalties
Summary
Paraguay defeated Germany in the 2026 World Cup round of 32 by winning a penalty shootout 4-3 after a 1-1 draw. This was Germany’s first ever loss in a World Cup penalty shootout, eliminating them from the tournament.Key Facts
- The match ended 1-1 after extra time, with Julio Enciso scoring for Paraguay and Kai Havertz scoring for Germany.
- Paraguay won the penalty shootout 4-3, with goalkeeper Orlando Gill saving two German attempts.
- Germany had never lost a World Cup penalty shootout before this match.
- Jonathan Tah’s goal was disallowed after a video review in extra time.
- Paraguay reached the last 16 for the first time with this win.
- Germany was playing their first knockout stage since winning the World Cup in 2014.
- Paraguay’s Miguel Almiron returned after a one-match ban due to a new rule about covering the mouth during conflicts.
- Paraguay faces a potential next opponent, France, if France beats Sweden.
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