How Germany were handed a World Cup humbling and what it means to Paraguay
Summary
Paraguay caused a major upset at the 2026 World Cup by drawing 1-1 with Germany and then eliminating them in a penalty shootout. Paraguay's goalkeeper Orlando Gill saved key shots, helping his team advance to the round of 16.Key Facts
- Paraguay held Germany to a 1-1 draw after extra time in the group stage.
- Paraguay won the penalty shootout after Germany missed three attempts.
- It was the first time Germany lost a World Cup penalty shootout.
- Goalkeeper Orlando Gill saved penalties from Kai Havertz and Nick Woltemade.
- Paraguay’s coach Gustavo Alfaro trusted his defenders despite earlier criticism.
- Paraguay had lost their opening group game 4-1 to the United States.
- Paraguay previously had not defeated Germany in World Cup history.
- Paraguay will next face France or Sweden in the round of 16.
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